Unchained is the fourth album by Tara O’Brien. The release begins with Holiday Love, a tremendously dense and detailed composition that has O’Brien weave a narrative as alluring as that created by any vocal-heavy artist. The tender piano compositions that comprise the effort will immediately pique listeners’ interests, keeping them on the edges of their seats. On Cloud 9 is a track that stands up to repeat listening.
We do not nearly make it to Korean restaurants often enough, but I always make it a point to pick up a bowl of bibimbap when we do visit. A new chain – BiBiBop Asian Grill – came to our attention a few months back that seeks to make the dish (and Korean cuisine) more known to the dining public of the Columbus, Ohio area. We were invited to evaluate their Henderson (1836…
Many times, individuals are locked into a specific beer for four or six bottles. It was surprising to us that Summit Brewing offered two distinct threads of beers in their Unchained 21. This means that one is given a shot at a unique session IPA and an India Pale Ale.
Rosenblum creates a compelling narrative during her latest title, Good Neighbors : The Democracy of Everyday Life.The importance of those individuals that live near us has been decreased in importance over the course of the last thirty years. There have been a number of titles that have dealt with the ramifications that this lack of community has had (most prominently, Robert Putnam’s Bowling Alone), but this Rosenblum text showcases the importance of…
Leave It All Behind is the initial track from Miles East’s Ghosts of Hope. The track is tender, touching, and succeeds based on the dynamic that is created between the Spartan instrumentation and soft-spoken vocals. A yin to Leave It All Behind’s yang is The Hard Part. The track comes together to provide listeners with an alternative rock approach that touches upon The Wallflowers and Fuel.
Fly is an energetic rock track that shines through nods to the B-52s and powerful, angular rock like Franz Ferdinand and The Stranglers. The taut arrangements present during this single will tattoo themselves deeply into the minds of listeners.
Ramonda Hammer begin their latest album Whatever That Means with a stellar introduction to the band. The alternative rock presented here refreshes the sound of acts like Bif Naked and The Anniversary. Sizzling guitar works perfectly with supersonic vocals to ensure that listeners are on the edges of their seats as they move into If, Then. The slower and more contemplative tack taken by Ramonda Hammer here allows listeners to see…
Yes, that’s the band name and no, I have no idea about the meaning or origin of the quirky moniker. But 2/3 Goat does play an impressive mix of folk and Americana on Let it Rise (the New York-based band has dubbed their sound metrobilly).
Beth Macari’s Voodoo is a rich, funky track that is able to reach a high plateau with Beth’s vocals. The sultry, slightly smoky sound of Macari during this track is reminiscent of Sheryl Crow, Pink, and even an earlier sixties tradition (Shirley Bassey) of singing.
Purplehed’s Burn Like the Sun is a distinct pop track that touches upon a wide variety of styles to make something catchy as all get out. There are hints of U2, Maroon 5, OneRepublic along with enough of an electronic tinge to keep EDM fans happy.
