Lollipop Magazine

Grey Goose – Til The Medicine Takes – Review

June 26, 2005

Punk rock in the vein of Hot Water Music (who produced, sung back-up vox, and played some guitar, so I ain’t reaching here): Gritty and honest.

The Konks – Review

June 15, 2005

Three guys. Two guitars, two drums. Singing drummer. And a harmonica. Don’t forget that, it matters. Like a bubblegum version of The Cheater Slicks (no insult).

The Hostage Heart – Where There Is Despair, Hope – Review

June 15, 2005

I took the hit, my body bloody and bruised, crashing to the ground under the weight of this diverse hardcore/thrash/death metal act’s walloping aggression.

The Bellrays – The Red, White and Black – Review

June 15, 2005

The fuzzed-out guitar blast and rowdy rhythm stomp are in full effect, and Lisa Kekaula’s mighty voice is the rock and roll truth.

Ted Leo/Pharmacists – Shake the Sheets – Review

June 15, 2005

For an ex-hardcore semi-icon, Ted Leo sure has an airy ’70s voice and a funky pop jones that makes any attempt at typecast more than a bit difficult.

Super Heavy Goat Ass – 60,000 Years – Review

June 15, 2005

Smooth, righteous “heavy rock.” 60,000 Years locks between classicist hard-edged Southern fare, stoner-hump, and hard rock dynamics.

Entombed – Unreal Estate – Review

June 13, 2005

In 2002, much respected-metal veterans Entombed played as the pit orchestra for some kinda fuckin’ ballet. This is the CD document of that live extravaganza.

Big Teaze Toys – Review

June 13, 2005

Under the guise of waterproof vibrating massagers comes the Tickle-Popzzz (which makes it oh so much fun to say I’m a Lollipop Girl), and the S&M Bondage duck.

Dirty Book Art – Review

June 13, 2005

Say it with me: “dirty… book… art.” That’s what it is. A site devoted to the pre-Fabio supermarket pulp, and not stuff like Lady Chatterly’s Lover.

I’m NOT with Stupid Tee Shirt – Review

June 13, 2005

I make Fuck Subtlety shirts, Todd makes I’m NOT with Stupid shirts. Simple, white on black, big letters.

Lit Up Lighters – Review

June 13, 2005

Hotrod/pin-up, anime/movie, and custom lighters for $9. Can’t beat it.

Mark Reusch Pendants – Review

June 13, 2005

Former Lollipop artist Mark Reusch (that’s Mister Reusch to you) hooks up a licensing deal with Salem-based Arcane Nonesuch to produce his paintings on jewelry.

Sesame Street – Review

June 13, 2005

We were stoked to get Sesame Street’s “Def Le Bird” tee shirt, Cookie Monster sox, and especially the Oscar the Grouch furry CD wallet.

AntiSeen – Badwill Ambassadors – Review

June 13, 2005

Surprisingly, a lot of the tunes here are mid-tempo, and kinda more dirt rock than punk, but the hard-chargers will get the fists flying in the slampit.

Ani DiFranco – Knuckle Down – Review

June 13, 2005

My favorite Ani DiFranco record. No, I’m not a diehard fan, but I have heard enough. The most melodically delicious songs that Ani has ever written.

Angra – Temple of Shadows – Review

June 13, 2005

Temple of Shadows might be sensory overload, but power metal fans everywhere will still find enough in it to love. Angra are one of the best in the genre.

Angela Foxx And The Speed Queens – Shake the Devil’s Tale – Review

June 13, 2005

Four-songer of jabbering 1-2 Fuck You! hardcore classique crossed into scum-fuck rocker action in line with grimy punks rasied on melted AC/DC wax.

American Dog – Scars n Bars – Review

June 13, 2005

Forged from the ashes of the boogie scum-glam unit Salty Dog many a year ago by one Michael Hannon, American Dog has persevered.

A Change Of Pace – An Offer You Can’t Refuse – Review

June 13, 2005

A Change Of Pace are ready to prove themselves with their debut album, An Offer You Can’t Refuse. Their talent is obvious from the first few seconds.

7 Seconds – Take it Back, Take it On, Take it Over! – Review

June 13, 2005

Like labelmates Kill Your Idols, 7 Seconds are on a crusade to rid hardcore of the commercialized bullshit that’s piled on the genre these past few years.

Backyard Babies – Tinnitus – Interview

June 13, 2005

An interview with guitarist Dreagan

Anthrax – Anthrology: No Hit Wonders – Interview

June 13, 2005

An interview with drummer Charlie Benante

Angry Little Girls – Interview

June 13, 2005

An interview with Lela Lee

Culture Shock – Column

June 13, 2005

It’s easy to slip into arrogant mockery when surrounded by the unfamiliar, particularly when as wide-eyed and bushy-tailed as Japanese Culture.

Cruciform Injection – Epilogue – Review

June 13, 2005

Chicago based Cruciform Injection’s fourth album was to be a step beyond the industrial dance mold. Nothing is truly a departure from their earlier work.