Category: Features

Posted on: October 6, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 2

Ajay Mathur Interview

What brought you into creating music? I grew up in a family of artists and musicians. I was always surrounded by music and art. I remember picking up a dusty, pink, acoustic guitar in my uncle’s attic and someone teaching me “Sloop John B”. I think that’s what got me started. It was a great era and I listened to bands like The Beatles, The Doors, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix,…

Posted on: October 5, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

M1D Black (Mass / Strength)

There is much that proper supplementation with vitamins, protein, and pre/intra/post-workout blends can do. However, for an individual to blast past their ruts and move into the new echelon, a little help- is needed. M1D Black is the supplement that will do just that. The tagline for M1D Black is “Size | Strength | Mass”, and I feel as if what the company touts is what individuals will receive. This…

Posted on: October 4, 2012 Posted by: John B. Moore Comments: 0

Roxy Music – The Complete Studio Recordings 1972 – 1983 [CD Box Set]

The British band Roxy Music never really achieved mass success in the U.S., but like The Velvet Underground and Captain Beefheart, they have become one of those bands indie art rockers need to name check in ticking off influences lest they be shamed as musical poseurs. But listening back on their catalogue, you can’t help but be impressed by the bands creativity. Fronted by Bryan Ferry and at one time…

Posted on: October 4, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Rawhide: The Complete Fifth Season (DVD Set)

  Rawhide was a show that focused on the unique circumstances encountered by cow ranchers during the 1860s. This black and white show contained a more realistic tenor than other shows of its period, as it took suggestions and even employed hands from local ranches. Paramount has released the first four seasons of the show already. Rawhide: The Complete Fifth Season is a dish that is served two ways. One…

Posted on: October 4, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Cardio Igniter (Pre-workout)

  Cardio Igniter is a new product from Top Secret Nutrition. It is a pre-workout, and it currently comes in a fruit punch formulation. The carbohydrates (5) and calories (15) are low, while the sheer amount of energy and drive one will be given is simply astounding. This pre-workout contains a number of compounds (Vitamins B6, B12, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, and potassium) that highlight and further facilitate the company’s…

Posted on: October 3, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Puzzler 3D World 2012 (Nintendo 3DS)

Puzzler 3D World 2012 (Nintendo 3DS) / 2012 Ubisoft / http://www.ubi.com This game is the perfect bridge between generations, in that it provides players of all ages and skill levels ample opportunity to tease their brains. Puzzler 3D World 2012 is a title that has a tremendous amount of replay value. I believe that twists and turns that Ubisoft has provided through the slider puzzles, crosswords, and Sudoku (amongst other…

Posted on: October 1, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Heidi Breyer – Beyond the Turning (CD)

Moondancing is a tremendously emotive track that is able to weave a narrative that is richer than those created by even the most vocal-heavy acts. Beyond the Turning possesses a more cohesive sound due to this; listeners will easily be able to find common elements to My Peace Piece to The Long Way Home, Passage 1 and Adungu Inspiration. The sheer amount of tools available to Breyer is astounding. Listeners…

Posted on: October 1, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

DNPX – Ultra Thermogenic Review

The sheer fact is that a great deal of the energy-promoting supplements that we receive for review in NeuFutur are bunk. The different elements that many have are simply not present in a large enough amount to matter. We have finally received a product that provides a purchaser with long-lasting and substantial energy. That product is DNPX, an “ultra thermogenic” released by ProSupps. There is a solid amount of caffeine…

Posted on: September 29, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Beacon Stream Full EP And New Track

Beacon have released “Safety’s Off,” the glittering, beat-driven second single off their forthcoming For Now EP, out Tuesday, October 2nd, on Ghostly International. FADER describes the track as “massagingly minimal R&B” and have made it available for download here. The Brooklyn-based duo are also excited to take their hypnotic, electronic-laced beats to select markets this fall, joined by El Ten Eleven and Ghostly labelmate Michna. New Yorkers can also catch Beacon this Saturday when they…

Posted on: September 28, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

The Iconic K-Way Opens First Store in U.S.

nown as the world’s signature anorak, the iconic K-Way has officially hit the U.S. with the launch of its first state-side store in the heart of Soho, New York City. The brand’s stand alone store opened its doors last week at 424 West Broadway (between Spring Street and Prince) with 1,300 square feet and a clean, simple aesthetic to resemble its flagship store in Torino, Italy.  Three pronged stripes line the…

Posted on: September 27, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

THE FUSION SYNDICATE BRINGS THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY ROCK AND JAZZ MUSICIANS

On October 16, Purple Pyramid (an imprint of Cleopatra Records) will release THE FUSION SYNDICATE, a collection of original rock-jazz fusion explorations performed by an eclectic group of the finest musicians working today.   THE FUSION SYNDICATE features performances by members of the biggest names in fusion including Billy Cobham, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Yellowjackets, and Spyro Gyra plus rock/prog players from Yes, Dream Theater, King Crimson, Tool, Porcupine Tree, Hawkwind and…

Posted on: September 24, 2012 Posted by: John B. Moore Comments: 0

Firewater – International Orange (CD)

It’s taken a few years, but I am finally able to accept that “World Punk” is a legitimate genre. Thanks to bands like World Inferno/Friendship Society, Gogol Bordello, and most importantly Firewater, I realize this is far more than a novelty, but a full on movement, building on what punk bands like The Clash were evolving to  in the late 70’s and early 80’s. Firewater’s latest, International Orange, is a…

Posted on: September 24, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

TRACER’S SPACES IN BETWEEN OUT ON OCTOBER 9, 2012

The Mascot Label Group will release Spaces In Between from Australia’s Tracer on October 9, 2012.  A sonic sledgehammer of epic guitars, clever hooks, and raw, uncompromising vocals combine to deliver the band’s unique blend of 90’s stoner and 70’s classic rock that has yielded a worldwide following for the act.  After significant success in Europe and additional territories, Tracer finally sets their sights on the U.S., with the release…

Posted on: September 23, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Rockapalooza 2012 Ohio Review (September 8th, 2012)

  Rockapalooza 2012 was a tremendously interesting concert. The fairgrounds themselves were large and spacious, while the different stages were all placed in very close quarters. This means that there was a more cohesive flow to the concert, but that there was some serious sound pollution if individuals were not standing straight-on to the stage. There were a set of different scenes that were present here, culminating in a rock…

Posted on: September 22, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

MocSock Booties

 Janska / http://www.janska.com / http://www.janska.com/productDetail_warmers_mocSocks.html In the last few weeks, the temperature has dropped. It will only continue to get colder as the year continues to wane. No matter whether a house has heat, the floor will be considerably colder than the ambient air. There are slippers that work to keep feet warm, but they suffer because they are designed for a wide range of sizes. Janska uses fleece for…

Posted on: September 22, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Nutrabolics SuperFats (Weight Loss)

SuperFats is a product that can provide individuals with the weight loss that they need. The unique formulation of SuperFats is the key reason why it is so effectual. The supplement includes CLA, Sesamin, and Pinolenic Acid. CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) and Sesamin (Sesame Oil) have been shown in the past to drastically increase the amount of fat burnt on a daily basis, but Pinolenic Acid is an interesting addition.…

Posted on: September 18, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Keith Williams – New Beginnings (CD)

Keith Williams is an artist that provides an expansive addition to jazz with each track on New Beginnings. The context in which each of these tracks exist is considerably more dense and detailed than much of the fare that is currently popular. I believe that the instrumental arrangements that are encountered during the opening of New Beginnings (in particular, the ending of Fever and the start of Cry Me a…

Posted on: September 18, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

A Basic History of the 1985 MOVE Bombing: Rogue Police and Weak Leadership

Some of the largest public outrages against the police came through the tragic mishandling of events. These events, which include the fatal shooting of Black Panther leader Fred Hampton in Chicago and the later bombing of MOVE headquarters in Philadelphia disproportionately involve African-Americans. This is not merely coincidence but rather shows a sad fact of policing, one that is described by “Black (1980)…[who] found that encounters between police and African…

Posted on: September 18, 2012 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

BANGER FILMS’ CALL TO ARMS TO THE METAL COMMUNITY

Due to an overwhelming demand from metal fans worldwide, Grammy-nominated and Juno award-winning Banger Films is setting out to raise funds to make what has become known as “The Lost Episode” a reality. Metal Evolution: Extreme Metal “The Lost Episode” covers co-director Sam Dunn’s favorite genres: Death Metal, Black Metal and Grindcore, and he is reaching out to metal fans to help make it happen: https://vimeo.com/49472617 “Hundreds of fans have…

Posted on: September 17, 2012 Posted by: John B. Moore Comments: 0

Mortality by Christopher Hitchens (Book)

In his heartbreaking final book Mortality, published after he died of cancer, writer Christopher Hitchens – best known for his books and columns about religion and God (self-described as an antitheist) – documents his final months of life. The book begins with Hitchens on tour promoting his best-selling Hitch 22 getting sick in New York and rushed to an ER where he is shortly diagnosed with cancer. Equal parts frustrating…