Dustin Kensrue - Carry the Fire
Check out this review and I will tip my metaphorical hat to you.
Reviews
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May 19, 2015
May 18, 2015
Manafest - The Moment
Manafest returned in August of last year with "The Moment." Better late than never, we check out this album and how it compares to his past work.
Foreverlin - Still After
Being one of several former Red Cord artists that have now migrated over to Pando Records, Foreverlin brings us their third recording project, "Still After." Read the full review here.
May 12, 2015
Alex Faith & Dre Murray - Southern Lights: Overexposed (Album / Visual Album)
Alex Faith + Dre Murray have teamed up for 'Southern Lights: Overexposed' which was released in both audio & visual formats. Read my thoughts on the album
May 8, 2015
They Will Fall - On the Depths of Depravity
Creating a unique metalcore album this day and age can't be an easy task. How can a band separate itself from the mass of bands out there that all sound like each other? Well, that’s the task set before They Will Fall with their newest full release, 'On the Depths of Depravity.' Check out the full review here.
May 7, 2015
Abandon Kansas - Alligator
Abandon Kansas are back with their second full length album, 'Alligator' on Bad Christian Music. 'Alligator' offers a sundry cornucopia of lush musicianship and emotions. I think there’s truly something for everyone and every mood on this record.
April 28, 2015
Pacific Gold - Sing My Welcome Home
Pacific Gold manages to not only re-energize lyrics from old, but also fosters a style that reawakens musical genres from bygone eras. Check out the review here.
Come and Rest - Blacklist
Come and Rest have crafted a great hardcore record. “Blacklist” has something for nearly everyone, be it in the form of diverse vocal delivery or hellish riffs, this album will be sure to emanate from metalheads speakers for some time to come.
April 25, 2015
Fireflight - INNOVA
Female-fronted fan favorite rock band Fireflight are back with a new album that explores new musical and lyrical territory. With this bold new sound, is it time to check out this well-loved band?
April 23, 2015
Rachel Taylor - Magnetic
When there is a handful of solo artists who share the name Rachel Taylor, its hard to not bring a comparison to their music. Let me introduce you to the one who isn't from He Is We...
Sufjan Stevens - Carrie & Lowell
There's no shade being thrown at Sufjan Steven's latest album. Charlie Brown got it right when he said "good grief".
Exiting The Fall - Bloodline
Indeed, it’s always sad to see a talented band call it quits, but at least they're going out with a bang. Check out my review of Exiting the Fall's latest and last release, 'Bloodline.'
April 20, 2015
We Are The City- Violent
This is an excerpt of my review of We Are The City's latest album. You should read the full review instead of the excerpt. It's much better.
April 10, 2015
Naturalist - Friends
Oklahoma band Naturalist is all set to release their new EP, "Friends." Check out the full review here.
April 5, 2015
New Waters - Venture
Despite a late coming review, don't miss out on this fiendishly good album from Finnish heavy hitters.
March 31, 2015
The Dwelling - Strive
Full of uplifting themes laced with heavy grooves, we take a look at Oklahoma City metalcore band The Dwelling, and their soon to be released EP, "Strive." Click here for the full review.
Sarah Brusco - The Woven Whisper
Sarah Brusco is an amazing female artist who demonstrates to us what raw, genuine and heartfelt worship truly is.
March 24, 2015
Ravenhill - Soul
How about some good ol’ blues rock ’n roll? Ravenhill manages to meld music from a by-gone era into something surprisingly new and fresh with their new release "Soul" Check out the review here.
March 20, 2015
Copperlily - Copperlily
My review of Copperlily's first full-length album #PutABirdOnIt
March 11, 2015
The Brilliance - Brother
I like vanilla ice cream. I really do. It's simple, sweet, and to the point. No quirks, nuts, or slime to get in the way of what really matters. On the other hand, vanilla ice cream can get old really fast. Who would want to eat the same-ol same-ol "normal" vanilla ice cream 24/7? Nobody, that's who. CCM worship music is exactly like ice cream (in fact, I sometimes confuse them and put sonicflood albums in my freezer). Vanilla ice cream/CCM is great for pleasing large amounts of people in gatherings such as churches or ice cream socials (or ice cream socials at church). However, in my own time, I like to have a little bit of cookie dough in my ice cream to chew on. David Gungor and John Arndt are my cookie dough ice cream.
Rapture - Trials
Frenzied grooves and uplifting messages are the calling card for this new hardcore band, Rapture. Check out this review of their debut EP, "Trials."
March 4, 2015
Mat Kearney - Just Kids
Read my review of Mat Kearney's latest (but not greatest) album yet.
March 2, 2015
Tracings - Bloodlines & Anchors
From Fargo, ND post-hardcore band Tracings brings their newest EP, Bloodlines & Anchors. Read on for the full review.
February 27, 2015
kids - Rich Coast
A review of Kids' debut LP, Rich Coast.
February 26, 2015
My Ransomed Soul - Trilateral
This album shows immense growth from the group, along with an unharnessed potential for continued growth. In short, this is the album that won’t let me forget about My Ransomed Soul anytime soon.
February 22, 2015
Red - Of Beauty and Rage
Following a middling album in "Release the Panic," veteran rockers RED seek to redeem themselves with "Of Beauty and Rage." Does this new album prove to be a return to form? Find out here.
February 20, 2015
Atrocities - Demo
Atrocities brings an energetic, robust hardcore sound into this short, but power packed three song demo. Read on for the review.
February 17, 2015
6'10" - The Humble Beginnings Of A Rovin' Soul
Tobin Bawinkel and his new project 6’10,” dropped the thrashing guitars and bagpipes of in his usual gig, Celtic Punk band Flatfoot 56, and has gone unplugged. Read on for the full review.
February 16, 2015
Drew Holcomb And The Neighbors - Medicine
Continuing their union of melancholy and redemption, the album is consistent from start to finish. Blending the traditional singer-songwriter template with contemporary sensibilities, it may be a modern classic. So if you’re sick of today's mainstream music, Medicine is the perfect remedy.
February 13, 2015
Aaron Strumpel - Bright Star
Aaron Strumpel continues to push against the limits of Christian music, and although Bright Star may not be his most experimental, it's a fine showcase for the care, creativity, and simple beauty of his music.