Live Review – Page 47 – Lollipop Magazine

John Monopoly – with Chucklehead, Rippopotamus at Local 186 – Review

October 1, 1994

Possessing one of the tightest drummer/bass combinations I’ve yet seen in a local band, John Monopoly completely blew my mind.

Inhale Mary – at The Middle East Cafe – Review

October 1, 1994

There is a potent sincerity to the angst-ridden music. They are able to breathe new life into the overworked power-grunge format.

Greg Ginn – at The Middle East Cafe – Review

October 1, 1994

He even did a few Black Flag tunes. “Depression,” for one, a song I never thought I’d hear live. Damn, that made my year.

Foundations Forum 1994 – at the Burbank Hilton – Review

October 1, 1994

It was a three day party and fest of metal that was fun in every aspect, including the schmoozing from all directions.

Evelyn Swoons – with Mercy Rule, Zuzu’s Pedals at T.T. the Bear’s – Review

October 1, 1994

The quirky, half-naked singer with funky hair writhed and either sang weird, dissonant melodies, or he missed a lotta notes. A good groove.

Chucklehead – with John Monopoly, Rippopotamus at Local 186 – Review

October 1, 1994

This band has no leash on their horn section. They rip. The drum/bass connection was earthy and solid. The gorilla costumes they came out in were a nice touch.

Big Red Crush – with 6L6 at Local 186 – Review

October 1, 1994

A relatively new act started by drummer E.K., they are a chronic throb of energy on stage and fully command their audience.

6L6 – with Big Red Crush at Local 186 – Review

October 1, 1994

Condo still writes all the lyrics, but on at least three of the CD’s new songs, the music was written by his bandmates.

Jennifer Trynin – with Tracy Bonham, Velveteen, Grind, Sextiles at The Middle East Cafe – Review

September 1, 1994

Jennifer Trynin played tight and fast. Jennifer broke into some funky riffs and strange chords with lots of distortion tricks. She’s got a low, strong voice.

Incus – with Supahead at Rockpile North – Review

September 1, 1994

Incus was a thundering of bass until the last few songs when I could detect other instruments. They seemed to rock hard and heavy, but it was hard to tell.