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Wow. Talk about a course correction. If you wanted a new White Stripes album, this is probably the closest you’re going to get. Sure, the iconic duo may never reunite, but No Name provides a damn good alternative with everything that you know and love about legendary rock outfit Jack White. Catchy hooks, cheeky lyrics, simple but powerful riffs, and a whole lot of personality. It’s simple, straight to the point, barebones, pure hard rock. There’s literally not much else to ... read more

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This is one of the most impressive death metal records I’ve heard in a while. The sheer versatility and grandiosity that Blood Incantation injects into this record is absolutely addictive and truly awe-inspiring. They somehow fused 70s progressive rock with 90s death metal to create a timeless space opera that can sound equal parts King Crimson and Pink Floyd as it can Opeth and Cannibal Corpse. Hell, the majority of “The Message [Tablet II]” sounds almost one-for-one like ... read more

While a very pleasant and welcome surprise for The Smile to release two albums in one year, I have to unfortunately say that this latter output is somewhat lacking in comparison. Cutouts feels like exactly what the title implies, a bunch of cutouts. Or rather, unfinished songs that don’t live up to the polish and cohesion of The Smile’s past projects – like leftovers from Wall of Eyes or A Light for Attracting Attention. What I can say is that it really feels like the band had ... read more