Prelude to a Lick – The Editor’s Rant – Column February 1, 1996 One of the criticisms is that magazine doesn’t really represent anything. We certainly resent just about everything, but evidently, that’s not the same thing.
Trigger Happy – Killatron 2000 – Review February 1, 1996 With ex-members of Deep End, King Pin, Monster Voodoo Machine, and SNFU, Trigger Happy has the hooks of neo-punk and the aggression of ’80s hardcore.
Journey Into Darkness – The Mourning After/Voyage – Review February 1, 1996 Formerly, Near Death Experience, Journey Into Darkness is a non-vocal electronic trip through space, terror, and death.
Infestation – Conceived – Review February 1, 1996 Infestation doesn’t fuck around. They recorded a real demo in a real studio and paid real money. It shows. The mix is clear and fair to each musician.
Everready – Fairplay – Review February 1, 1996 Catchy, up-beat punk pop with snarly vocals, smells like Screeching Weasel. The ska sounds like Rancid. The harmonies sound like Fat Wreck Chords.
The Upper Crust – Let Them Eat Rock – Interview February 1, 1996 A interview with Lord Rockingham (guitar/vocals) & Lord Bendover (guitar/vocals)