Lollipop Magazine

Falling Sickness – Because The World Has Failed Us Both – Review

September 1, 1998

The traditional fast and plunky riffs are meshed with scratchy, yet coherent vocals, creating a question mark as to whether this is a ’98 or an ’88 release.

Against All Authority – All Fall Down – Review

September 1, 1998

Energetic, socially-conscious, bouncy punk. They got the skank down, they know how to spit, they support good causes, they’re mediocre.

Cinema Beer Nuts – Review

December 1, 1997

As with any mixed bag of nuts, some are savory, some are bitter, some are almost candy sweet, and a handful can be swallowed without really noticing any taste.

Heckle – The Complicated Futility of Ignorance – Review

November 1, 1997

Fast, hard, angry in that positive way the kids seem to like so much, and with painstakingly deciphered lyrics so we can all shout along.

Nobodys – Welcome to the Springs – Fuck You! – Review

October 1, 1997

Sloppy perv/punk rockers cover six songs by their favorite Colorado Springs punk bands. Members of the Nobodys were in all the bands covered at one point.

Mustard Plug – Evildoers Beware – Review

October 1, 1997

One of the definitive 3rd wave bands, Mustard Plug returns with swift guitar licks, strong but not overpowering horns, zesty bass lines, and solid drumming.

88 Fingers Louie – 88 Fingers Up Your Ass – Review

September 1, 1997

What a great album title! This is an album to get, even if you’re not a collector of anything and everything melodic hardcore punks 88 Fingers Louie released.

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.

Funeral Oration – Believer – Review

April 1, 1997

The sound is sparse, no-frills, and straightforward, the lyrics down-to-earth and to the point.

Digger – Powerbait – Interview

December 1, 1996

An interview with Chris Benner, Phil Nelson, Matt Gregorec, and Mike Fisher