Natalie Merchant's return to the road after a seven-year holiday finds her in better form that ever, as Jen Cray can attest.
Chris Shiflett & the Dead Peasants (RCA Records). Review by Tim Wardyn.
Miniature Tigers' bold blending of indie pop with grandiose compositions makes them accessible enough for the casual listener, yet eclectic enough for seasoned critic, Jen Cray.
An Iranian refugee becomes the biggest band slut in England and North America.
Interpol have lost their enigmatic bass player, but not their ability to bring the cool to even the hottest summer night. Jen Cray lets loose with the coolest cats in Orlando.
One of the eighties' biggest icons is back — Billy Idol is on tour, and Ink 19 was there to witness the U.S. leg's first show. Steve Stav attempts to bridge his Idol-worshipping teenage years with the 21st century in his riff-by-riff review.
The lineup isn't as important as the experience when it comes to the Van's Warped Tour. Jen Cray smeared on some sunblock and took in the annual summertime tradition when the traveling circus hit Orlando.
Lords of Acid allows the return to Orlando's classic '90s rave club, and all we can muster is two lousy glow sticks?
Sand & Lines (One Percent Press). Review by Matthew Moyer.
Pumice's Stefan Neville talks with Aaron Shaul about his unique fusion of catchy pop and guttural noise, the pains of self-releasing music, and his exponentially growing discography.
The Horse Power EP (Quite Scientific Records). Review by Carl F Gauze.