ROCK

Harpoon by Faint On Call: Review The sound of Faint On Call is a fusion of alternative shoegaze post-grunge music from the 1990s and melody-driven rock from the late 1980s. The band was formed in lockdown. During the first year of the band’s existence, Tobias Hawkins, Cristian Hernandez, and Arthur…

Deep Deep Love by Tony Volker: Review Tony Volker’s “Deep Deep Love” is his most recent single written right after Tony’s father passed away and it is a reflection of his own grief. Tony Volker is a vocalist, guitarist, songwriter, mixer, and producer, and also on the programming. He is…

Societal Plague by Pagan Lust: Album Review Alternative rockers Pagan Lust brings to the music scene eleven gritty tracks in their album “Societal Plague.” There’s a powerful dose of heavy metal, alternative rock, and overall groovy basslines in the album that is sure to rock your core! The album opens…

Is It All Melting? by Indoor Friends: EP Review Indoor Friends, a Boston based band bring forth their epic rock persona in a fresh EP. Commanding this musical army are band members, Amanda Bysheim singing lead vocals, Kat Delitto with lead guitar, Krista Marie Setera specializing ukulele and singing, Ben…

Birdsong by John Hubcap: Review John Hubcap released their newest single, “Birdsong,” after a few tough years. They are a Montreal-based band, and the composition came from one of their jamming sessions. It is a funky progressive rock song that grabbed my attention immediately. The song was inspired by the…

Change Your Ways by Matt DeAngelis: Review The increasing division of opinions over the past few years served as inspiration for “Change Your Ways” by Matt DeAngelis. The musician usually draws inspiration for his songs from his surroundings, and he tries to find the good in every situation. “Change Your…

Revive by Glass Bridges: Review Glass Bridges, a London-based four-piece, is one of those remarkable new bands you should hear if you’re craving some flavorful, strong alternative rock music. These innovative musicians have what it takes to become well-known names in the present arena, and their single ‘Revive’ is proof…

Drown by Inkakai: Review The band Inkakai consists of professional musicians from Finland, Japan, and the United States. Inkakai’s influences are Linkin Park, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Deftones, and other such bands. “Drown” was recorded and produced in their own studio, mixed by Tim Palmer, and mastered by Svante…

Understanding your value and standing up for yourself is not always simple. The latest single from Tatum Quinn, “Short Supply,” is shamelessly raucous, with lyrics that will have you shutting the door on anyone who attempts to take you for granted. People who don’t recognize your value and believe you…

Mad Painter is a new Boston-area band with strong ties to the melodic rock tradition of the 1970s. They play largely original songs, ranging from Woodstock-era psychedelic rock to glam-tinged rock’n’roll à la Mott the Hoople and the Faces to Uriah Heep-style epic heavy anthems. It comprises of four persons…