Author: James McQuiston

Posted on: February 10, 2008 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Introducing to NeuFutur Magazine: The Holographic Universe

Laptronica/World/Pop – A synergy of eclectic sounds from a creative landscape of spiritual philosophy as wide as the Universe itself. Deep and inspired lyrics meld with magnetic beats and layer upon layer of vocal, piano and guitar harmonies. The Holographic Universe derives it’s name from the theory by the same title, introduced by Michael Talbot. “We are of a universe in which individual brains are actually indivisible portions of the…

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Alabama Thunderpussy – Open Fire

Alabama Thunderpussy – Open Fire / 2007 Relapse / 11 Tracks/ www.atprva.com Alabama Thunderpussy is a band that I have heard about for several years. I had heard them on several occasions prior to listening to this record but have never given them the time to honestly give their material a listen. Upon popping this record in I was pleasantly surprised at what I heard. This record shows the band…

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Aiden & Farewell To Freeway Take The World By Storm

      The incredible AIDEN kick off their first tour of 2008 this week in their hometown of Seattle! The band wrapped up 2007 by dazzling audiences worldwide on the International Taste Of Chaos tour, and now return to slay the States by headlining The World By Storm Tour. Promoting their latest album, Conviction, including latest hit single Moment, AIDEN promises to deliver their renowned heart-stopping live show, ensuring…

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Ephel Duath – Ephel Duath

Ephel Duath – Ephel Duath / 2007 Earache / 9 tracks / http://www.myspace.com/ephelduath Having not listened Ephel Duath previously and realizing right away that this is a remixes record I decided to check out this band before listening to Pain Remixes the Known. Upon giving them a listen it becomes clear quickly that this band draws its sound from very influential American bands such as Converge, Botch and Coalesce. So…

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Introducing to NeuFutur Magazine: Johnny Guitar

Johnny Guitar sounds like: Bon Jovi Meets Sugaland, Rascal Flatts and Toby Kieth with that big male and female power hook and chorus everybody loves. The melodic guitar sound reminds you of all your favorite songs… Johnny Guitar Biography It was January 29, 1972, John was nine years old. His Dad brought him to Brian’s Guitar in New Haven, Connecticut. That day, in the back seat of the 1950 Green…

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Freedom #2

This is another zine that I was given as a trade for some issues of my magazine at a distro. This zine is very short, only being a total of 4 A5 pages. However, small texts and a definite focus to the magazine really eliminates the problems encountered by zines this short. However, the editor of the magazine, who does not give a name, even says that this issue is…

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Posted on: February 9, 2008 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Superdrag News and Tour Dates

The rumors are true… Superdrag are heading into the studio this month to begin work on their first new recording project together since 1998’s Head Trip In Every Key. Fans have had a sense that something might be going on when the band posted demos on their myspace page later last year (www.myspace.com/superdragofficial), but now that John Davis has officially posted on the bands website that sessions are beginning this…

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Loans

There are a number of individuals that are a little short before payday. For many, that just means tightening their belt for a few days and then making it to Friday (or whenever their pay may be). However, there is a way that individuals can go forth and not have to deal with a lack of funds. This is through getting a payday loan, which will front individuals money a…

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Fiona Joy Hawkins – Ice: Piano Slightly Chilled

Fiona Joy Hawkins – Ice: Piano Slightly Chilled / 2007 Self / 10 Tracks / http://www.fionajoyhawkins.com / Fiona Joy Hawkins is rapidly becoming a household name. One just needs to look at the hit count for her music video or “Penguin Whisperer”, which has exceeded 11,000 plays on popular video service Youtube. “Iced Rain” starts off the disc, and it shows Hawkins as immediately bringing listeners into the fold. The…

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