Lollipop Magazine

Tricky – Pre-Millennium Tension – Review

May 1, 1997

The piece of paper that came with this called this “trip-hop.” That reminds me of the time I played the Easter Bunny at my school.

Sometimes I Wonder – Fiction

May 1, 1997

I woke up early to get a head start on the day, but it had already started. Time passed. In the fast lane, no less, and I was left choking on its dust.

Trick Babys – A Fool and His Money Will Soon Be Partying – Review

May 1, 1997

Trick Babys are the screech of a robust alley cat backed up by the rumble of delivery trucks in low gear. Hard-drinkin’, sharp-tongued, balls-out rock ‘n’ roll.

Sick of it All – Built To Last – Interview

May 1, 1997

An interview with vocalist Lou Koller

Trial of the Bow – Rite of Passage – Review

May 1, 1997

Trial of the Bow uses middle eastern instruments and percussion, lots of reverb, and a minimalistic style of playing that allows for lots of space.

The Turbo A.C.’s – Damnation Overdrive – Review

May 1, 1997

Damnation Overdrive jumps right in with tough, simplistic plugging chords lacking grace and touch but making up for it with sheer brutality.

Shonen Knife – Brand New Knife – Interview

May 1, 1997

An interview with bassist Michie Nakatani

Therion – Theli – Review

May 1, 1997

For those who revel in a “heavy metal”-ish sounding guitar used alongside choirs, a lonely piano, and a full-on orchestra, here’s a real treat for you.

The Newlydeads – Review

May 1, 1997

As industrial, it’s perfectly catchy, perfectly dark, perfectly gaudy and glammy. The Newlydeads prove that Goth and industrial are the new cock-rock genres.

The Good Life – Music For Losers – Review

May 1, 1997

The melodies are pretty, they yell “fuck” a lot, and it sounds like these guys could play a great show.