Lollipop Magazine

The Projekt Almost Free CD – Review

November 3, 2006

This unbalanced document is not a fair representation of this great label. Buy the albums, because this sampler is not a bargain at any cost.

Traindodge – Wolves – Review

November 3, 2006

Zeppelin-meets-Crimson titans have been at the game for quite a while. No surprise that Wolves is the band’s most streamlined, cohesive, and addictive record.

This Day and Age – The Bell and the Hammer – Review

November 3, 2006

They know when to shout to the sky, when to hold back and build pressure, and when to go for the throat. Even when going full-out, there’s never any melodrama.

The Draft – In a Million Pieces – Review

November 3, 2006

Comparing The Draft to Hot Water Music is a cowardly way to approach the album. Chris Wollard didn’t alter his songwriting just cuz he’s flying a new banner.

The Domes of Silence – Mescaline – Review

November 3, 2006

Spooky, ‘verbed-out production over psychedelic surf rock. A Munsters-at-the-beach feel. A bit of House of The Rising Sun, a little Doors, a lotta bong hits…

Roma 79 – The Great Dying – Review

November 3, 2006

Shoegazey, mathy, intelligent rock that’s unstained by these modern times’ dirty emo/pseudo-R&B hands, which means “totally fucking rulin’.”

Regenerator – Disease – Review

November 3, 2006

The songs range between 120-140 BPM, the music is grittier than the previous releases, and a more vibrant blend of electronica, trance, and melody is offered.

KMFDM – Ruck Zuck – Review

November 3, 2006

These songs have been dismantled and rebuilt by various members of KMFDM, and even the Dwarves partake in the track demolishing.

KMFDM – Hau Ruck – Review

November 3, 2006

It’s mostly a rapid, guitar-drenched onslaught until “Real Thing,” which gives you the seductive and sultry side of Lucia, as opposed to the barks and growls.

Kampfar – Kvass – Review

November 3, 2006

Nordic metal roots with a heavy dose of hard rockin’ sludge, comparable to Entombed. A hip-shaking swagger balances the dark melodies and screeched vocals.