September 2006 – Page 9 – Lollipop Magazine

Molotov Solution – War From A Harlot’s Mouth – Review

September 1, 2006

This stuff cracks me up. I think it’s supposed to. Goregrind monster-swallowing-the-mic death with buckshot blast drumming and off-kilter staggering guitar.

Low Frequency In Stereo – The Last Temptation Of – Review

September 1, 2006

Space rock, surf rock, and yippy/jerky trendy new wave-damaged indie rock. I like the instrumental parts. Hipster yapping reminds me of an annoying Chihuahua.

Last Conservative – Pretty New Things – Review

September 1, 2006

They’re from Buffalo, NY, same as The Goo Goo Dolls, they’re on the Goo’s label, Good Charamel, and Pretty New Things was produced by Dolls bassist Robby Takac.

IWR – Ground Zero – Review

September 1, 2006

Cold industrial with dark whispers and pounding beats.

Iscariot – Lifeless Design – Review

September 1, 2006

Midwest metal based on Lamb of God, Unearth, and Darkest Hour. I’ve yet to isolate the traits that make this debut stand apart, but shit, these boys can play!

The Loved Ones – Keep Your Heart – Review

September 1, 2006

East Coast punk rock, pure of spirit like Bouncing Souls, but with more consistent songs. A little gruff, but not all gargled glass or hard-living street punk.

The Delgados – The Complete BBC Peel Sessions – Review

September 1, 2006

Compiles the Scottish quartet’s appearances on the famed British program, from their infancy (a bit rough around the edges) through their refined later years.

Sick Of It All – Death to Tyrants – Review

September 1, 2006

When a bullet train like Sick Of It All go all out, there’s no room for disappointment. Death to Tyrants is angry, urgent, and beaming with revitalized spirit.

Hooray For Earth – Review

September 1, 2006

The tunes are here, the production is impressive, and the band gets off their asses and plays SXSW and tours, albeit still at the Middle East upstairs level.

Hands Down Eugene – Madison – Review

September 1, 2006

A lot lighter than my usual fare, but I know quality songwriting when I hear it. Classy Kansas indie rock featuring members of Ben Folds and My Morning Jacket.