Author: Sargeant

Posted on: March 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Chords of Truth — Reflections of Reality (Remixed 2LP) Review

The sheer variety of different styles that are captured on these two discs is astonishing. Tune Your Mind (Momentum Folkhouse Remix) has an absolutely haunting feel created by the additional echo. As the synth fills some of space left open, the vocals begin to separate themselves from the instrumentation. Approaching the six-minute mark, the Momentum Folkhouse remix of Chords of Truth will make believers out of individuals lucky enough to…

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Posted on: March 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Grown Up Avenger Stuff – Sparkleton CD Review

  Some of Us opens up Sparkleton, introducing Grown Up Avenger Stuff as an act that paces itself nicely. At a few seconds shy of a minute, the band immediately kicks into high gear. The distinct sides of Some of Us ensure that fans will be firmly affixed to their seats through the first half of Sparkleton. Sparkleton is the album’s titular track and provides listeners with a distinctly different…

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Posted on: March 11, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Ebel’s Weiss Beer Review

  Ebel’s Weiss Beer is our introduction to Two Brothers Brewing Company, and represents an entry in the Hefeweizen style. The initial sip of the beer is bold and provides imbibers with hints of cloves, spice, and lemon. Ebel’s Weiss pours nicely, with a very thick head and lacing remaining after each sip. The mouthfeel of the beer gradually fades to allow the beer to become eminently drinkable, while the…

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Posted on: March 11, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

King Niko Releases First Full Length Record, “Oh, Hey!”

King Niko has shared stages with 30 Seconds To Mars, Neon Trees, and many of the biggest acts in America.  They’ve toured the Western US, played on dozens of radio and television broadcasts and have been in rotation on radio stations across the country.  What they haven’t done is release a full length album, until now. First assembled in 2009, King Niko have produced two EPs and four singles, but…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Kitten Hits SXSW Again This Year

Los Angeles-based Kitten, led by the magnetic 18-year old Chloe Chaidez, is bringing their “surprisingly ageless,” “rich and atmospheric rock,” as LA Times puts it, back to SXSW again this year – and you’ll have many chances to catch their unique blend of synth-pop and post-punk rock live! FREE DOWNLOAD: “SUGAR” (BANDAYDE REMIX): https://soundcloud.com/kittentheband/sugar-remix/s-stysu http://youtu.be/wHV7bDQA8Xo 3/11 – Funny or Die/Team Coco SXSW Show @ The North Door 3/13 – 1:00 PM…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

BATILLUS: Concrete Sustain Streaming In Full

Co-produced by audio sage Sanford Parker at Sound Generation in Manhattan and Hypercube in Chicago and mastered by Collin Jordan at the Boiler Room, Concrete Sustain encapsulates auditory devastation. Details MetalSucks: “These NYC doom-bringers… have been pedaling their thunderous industrio-sludge since 2009, but Concrete Sustain is their most cohesive release yet. It’s also their most unique; the band has finally found a seamless way to blend their doom foundation with…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

STRATOVARIUS Releases Video For “Halcyon Days”

Melodic metal legends STRATOVARIUS are pleased to unleash their “Halcyon Days” video from the band’s latest full-length, Nemesis. Hailed by the media as, “the best STRATOVARIUS album since many, many years,” by Metal Hammer Germany, “a collection of the band’s greatest hits that you never heard until now,” be Metal Underground (US) and, “the strongest STRATOVARIUS album since the beginning of the century,” by KaaosZine in Finland, STRATOVARIUS lives up…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Six Young Singers Win 2013 Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions

Following this afternoon’s finals concert on the Metropolitan Opera stage—the culmination of a months-long process of competitions at the district, regional, and national level—a panel of judges has named six winners in the 2013 National Council Auditions, the prestigious competition’s 60th anniversary. Each winner will receive a $15,000 cash prize for their victory, but even more importantly, winning represents important exposure that can launch a career. This year’s winners are:…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

RETROGRADING PURLING HISS VIDEO AND TOUR!

We warned you a coupla weeks ago, “Mercury Retrograde” is now upon us. When Purling Hiss first premiered their burning lead single, the astrological retrograde hadn’t yet begun; but now—- well, shit– it’s in FULL JACK SWING! Lucky for everyone, the mercurial madness of the retrograde – the lack of continuity, the fruitless quality of communications, the endless breakdowns on mechanical, emotional and logistical fronts – will be over soon,…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Undersea Edens DVD Review

  Undersea Edens is a look into one of the ill-explored parts of the Earth, providing viewers with what occurs at levels below that where most swim. Taking full advantage of spots off of Australia, New Zealand, and South Georgia Island, the Smithsonian Channel showcases the incredible biodiversity that is present in one biome. I feel that the Smithsonian Channel has provided additional worth in this release as it is…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Abita Fall Fest Beer Review

  Abita Fall Fest is the latest seasonal from perhaps the best brewery in Louisiana; this is a lager that has a considerably larger and more bold flavor than similar efforts on the market. This is due to the inclusion of Hallertau and German Perle hops, which pushes the IBUs up to 20. The bold malt and hop attitude of the Fall Fest distinguishes it from the rest of Oktoberfest…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Nintendo Gives Fans a Backstage Pass to Fun at SXSW With Top 2013 Games

Visitors to this year’s SXSW Gaming Expo will be able to go behind the scenes to experience an exciting lineup of unreleased games and experiences from Nintendo for both the new Wii U home console and the Nintendo 3DS hand-held system, from the latest installments of classic franchises to new software that lets players interact with one another in fresh and exciting ways. The three-day event will feature the public…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Swedish hardcore band NO OMEGA offers their new LP for free download, pre-orders up now

Stockholm, Sweden-based dark hardcore outfit NO OMEGA have put their upcoming record Shame up for pre-orders via Throatruiner Records. This second full-length is due out April 10th on LP and CD, and is up for free download on Throatruiner Records’ website. Check it out here : http://store.throatruinerrecords.com/bands/no-omega Artwork : http://f0.bcbits.com/z/27/52/2752285124-1.jpg Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/noomega http://throatruinerrecords.com/ Embed code : <iframe width=”400″ height=”100″ style=”position: relative; display: block; width: 400px; height: 100px;” src=”http://bandcamp.com/EmbeddedPlayer/v=2/album=381564201/size=venti/bgcol=FFFFFF/linkcol=000000/” allowtransparency=”true”…

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Posted on: March 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

THE SHARP THINGS CELEBRATE ‘THE ALBUM’ WITH 4-RECORD SERIES, DOGS OF BUSHWICK TO BE RELEASED OVER THE NEXT YEAR

Indie pop mob, The Sharp Things, who after 15 years of toil should need no introduction, (but still do), released the first of their 4-album Dogs Of Bushwick series, Green Is Good on Tuesday, February 26th (Dive Records) to kind reception from the press folk. MAGNET says, “[Green Is Good is] an obvious logical successor to the band’s four previous LPs, all strong candidates, in their time, for best record…

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Posted on: March 9, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

MuscleMeds Carnivor Protein Review

Carnivor is a product that looks to change what protein supplements can be. Whether it is through the inclusion of additional compounds (a full set of vitamins and minerals) or through unique and delectable flavorings (Cherry Vanilla, Blue Raspberry, and Fruit Punch are but a sample), MuscleMeds has created something considerably different from the norm. Carnivor protein contains 23 grams of protein on a 35 gram scoop; the hydrolyzed beef…

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Posted on: March 8, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

How to Workout At Home: Beginners Guide

Starting with a workout routine can be a tough decision, especially if you are unsure about going to the gym. Many people are apprehensive regarding this and want to workout in the confines of their own home. There are many benefits of working out and you shouldn’t let your shyness stop you from doing it. There are home workout plans to help you create a perfect workout routine at home,…

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Posted on: March 8, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Wreck-It Ralph Ultimate Collector’s Edition Review

  Wreck-It Ralph is a title that the widest possible swath of viewers could appreciate. This all-in aspect of the film and heart-warming tenor of the title makes this a must have for any family or fan of the movie. The fact that the inspiration for the film had been bouncing around the Disney vault for decades is absolutely astonishing, while the quality of the finished film is similarly so.…

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Posted on: March 8, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Meet NeuFutur at the House of Blues tonight!

We’re going to be at the Figure concert tonight (3/8) at the House of Blues in Cleveland, Ohio. Tickets are still available for $20, but it may not be for long. If you come up with a good enough reason, Figure is giving out guest-list invites to those that go above and beyond. Check information out about the show at http://www.facebook.com/events/149915361826410/?ref=22 , or Figure’s Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/IMFIGURE.

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Posted on: March 8, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Dungeons and Dragons: Dungeon Command: Blood of Gruumsch Review

  Blood of Gruumsch is a new faction pack for Dungeon and Dragons’ Dungeon Command game, allowing players to champion the orc race. This time around, Strength, Wisdom, and Constitution attributes are focused on. Players can created pitched battles or move around the map finding the treasures in the world; there is a wide-open aspect to the game that significantly increases the replay value of the title. The strongest part…

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Posted on: March 7, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

GIRL ON FIRE Releases New Song “The Takedown” from Upcoming Album

Seattle’s rock act GIRL ON FIRE has stayed busy this past year writing and recording for their debut full-length album.  Now, it is with much excitement that the band has posted their first newly finished track, “The Takedown.”  Offering fans a taste of new material from the forthcoming effort, the album is set for release this June via Century Media Records. “The Takedown” can be heard here: https://soundcloud.com/centurymedia/girl-on-fire-the-takedown Starting tomorrow, GIRL…

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