April, 2005 | Lollipop Magazine

The Bones – Straight Flush Ghetto – Review

April 25, 2005

Songs are insanely catchy, while also retaining enough rock ‘n’ roll velocity to satisfy the folks with pompadours and Bettie Page t-shirts.

The Acacia Strain – Thirtysevenfifty – Review

April 25, 2005

Much like metalcore leaders Lamb Of God. Production is massive, as are the vocals, with the guitars and bass smeared together by perpetually slammed cymbals.

Straylight Run – Review

April 25, 2005

In 2002, John Nolan and Shaun Cooper left Taking Back Sunday and formed Straylight Run with Nolan’s sister, keyboardist Michelle, and drummer Will Noon.

Sasquatch – Review

April 25, 2005

There’s a shit-ton more R&B pulsing through Sasquatch’s veins than those of the school of Sab/Vitus/Sleep worship. Two of three members are Detroit transplants.

Zao – The Funeral of God – Review

April 18, 2005

Just when we thought Zao was dead and buried, the band returns with a potent debut for Ferret. Zao showcases a much heavier and fiery stride.

YOB – The Illusion of Motion – Interview

April 18, 2005

An interview with singer/guitarist Mike Scheidt

Ryan Obermeyer – Interview

April 18, 2005

An interview with Ryan Obermeyer

Rise Against – Siren Song Of The Counter Culture – Review

April 18, 2005

Vigorous up-tempo stuff without dumb gimmicks, just strong chord progressions and climactic choruses and thoughtful lyrics over a hearty rhythm section.

Radio 4 – Stealing of a Nation – Review

April 18, 2005

More polished than many of their peers, Radio 4 offers up a blend of electro-infused post-punk that goes beyond the ubiquitous raw energy and low-fi aesthetic.

Nine Pound Hammer – Kentucky Breakdown – Review

April 18, 2005

The first real song, “Rub Yer Daddy’s Lucky Belly,” rocked my ass and made me laugh, and the good times don’t let up for the album’s 33 minute running time.