Beat Soup – Review June 1, 1997 Quite often, their catchy riffs and smart songwriting win over those who don’t even realize the great music they are dancing to is, in fact, ska.
Beatnik Filmstars – Phase 3 – Review June 1, 1997 Beatnik Filmstars have all the elements to make them indie rock’s new faves – except for that light-hearted stuff.
Bad Religion – Tested – Review June 1, 1997 Bad Religion has painstakingly recorded for us a 27 cut live album from their 1996 tour, venues spanning around the globe. It’s on fire.
Anti-Flag – Die for the Government – Review June 1, 1997 Anti-Flag is the kind of punk that goes after the economy, society, mob behavior, every branch of the government, patriotism, jocks, schools, rich people…
Brutality – In Mourning – Review May 1, 1997 Brutality release a straight-for-the-throat U.S. death metal album with just enough melodic guitar soloing to save it from being completely flat.
Son of Slam Chops – Review May 1, 1997 Listening to this, you see where a lot of punk bands got the idea, and how far they’ve strayed.
Skankin in the Pit – Review May 1, 1997 Half American ska-punk and half Japanese ska-punk, the sonic equivalent of a few quadruple cappuccinos in rapid succession.
Ruff Cut – Review May 1, 1997 The Original and Authentic Sound of… is a collection of singles, dub plates, alternate versions, and unreleased material from Jah Works.