Lollipop Magazine

Paul Oakenfold – Bunkka – Review

June 20, 2003

Paul Oakenfold has released his own original compositions on an album under his own name. Bunkka is probably the best dance/trance/club release of 2002.

Panic In Detroit – Panic In Detroit – Review

June 20, 2003

With only five songs, Panic In Detroit kicks open the swinging doors of Saloon Rock and takes on all of the underaged emo wusses in the joint… and wins.

Bombshell Rocks – From Here and On – Review

June 20, 2003

Bombshell Rocks shed the Rancid-clone pigeonhole (but keep the great-sounding bass), and explore both Bad Religion-style Calipunk and their Swedish rock roots.

Beyond The Sixth Seal – Earth and Sphere – Review

June 20, 2003

An album that truly radiates an aura of power, adrenaline, and talent, thanks in large part to the work of producer Kurt Ballou (In Pieces, Converge).

Avail – Front Porch Stories – Review

June 20, 2003

There’s a certain something in this sixth full-length. Call it a maturation of their deep fried Southern country punk rawk or more singalongs than usual…

Ani DiFranco – So Much Shouting/So Much Laughter – Review

June 20, 2003

The Ani who learned to sneer and growl has finally joined fists with the much calmer, experimental jazz and funk self she’s presented over the past few albums.

Longwave – Day Sleeper EP – Review

June 20, 2003

Though only a teaser EP, Day Sleeper EP nonetheless demonstrates the grace of one of the most exciting up-and-coming bands in indie rock.

Ironboss – Roll Out the Rock: Singles 1995-2001 – Review

June 20, 2003

As the title implies, a collection of tracks from singles and compilation appearances, plus alternate/demo versions and otherwise unreleased tracks.

Ironboss – Hung Like Horses – Review

June 20, 2003

It’s the bitch-slapping heavies like the talk-box-crazed “Pussy on the Corner” and the infectiously poppy “Hi-Ridin’ Babe” that keep bringing me back.

Hopesfall – The Satellite Years – Review

June 20, 2003

The secret to Hopesfall’s success is their intricate styling and the creative melodic passages woven throughout each song.