Like Water for Chocolate – Review

September 1, 1993

Tita’s mother is chopping onions in the kitchen when Tita, still in the womb, begins crying so violently she is born right there amid the spices.

Bone Dry System – Review

September 1, 1993

The production is professional without sounding like Ratt; the vocals go beyond the settle-for-Seattlesque sound, with bright, almost Bo Deanish harmonies.

Grind Ring – Review

September 1, 1993

I was instantly kicked in the teeth by the powerful vocals. At 4:30 in the morning, that’s quite an accomplishment.

Heretix – Review

September 1, 1993

They recently signed on the bassist to Left Nut (and old school punk rock fave), and, drum roll please, get signed to CherryDisc.

Lobby Magnets – Review

September 1, 1993

These guys have that toss-your-head-from-side-to-side energy. What they lack in flash, they more than compensate for with catchy hooks and overall fun.

The Dots – “The Model” – Review

September 1, 1993

I like it, I’m not sure why. The promo pack had cut and paste reviews that informed me that nobody gets these guys. I don’t feel better, just equally stupid.