Tim Den – Page 114 – Lollipop Magazine

Paris, Texas – So, You think it’s Hot Here? – Review

April 1, 2000

The rawness of Dischord-core, but with a dose of poppy vocals, making the mix very danceable but not atonal. Mods and emo geeks, unite!

Outcast/ Zao split – Review

April 1, 2000

Outcast never survived beyond this outing. Both bands sound very young on this under-produced disc, with high-end everywhere and no warm lows to be found.

Pinehurst Kids – Viewmaster – Review

April 1, 2000

Up tempo, poppy indie rock that sound “garage-y.” Signs of Superchunk here and there. The production leaves much to be desired, as do some of the arrangements.

Nocturnus – Etheral Tomb – Review

April 1, 2000

Razor-sharp, atmospheric venture into the realm of prog-death left by Cynic and Atheist. Clean guitars, multiple vocal stylings, and mood-setting keyboards.

M.I.J. – The Radio Goodnight – Review

April 1, 2000

Well-produced, powerful melodic post-punk with a female-sounding frontman. The songs have an aggressive feel, but don’t lose the sunny/upbeat feel.

Lock Up – Pleasures Pave Sewers – Review

April 1, 2000

I loved Lock Up the moment I heard rumors about their existence. I didn’t even need to hear the band to know what was in store: heart-warming grindcore.

Koufax – Review

April 1, 2000

Play this for Elvis Costello and Rufus Wainwright fans (where the real pop’s at) and they’ll die laughing.

King for a Day – Before I Go – Review

April 1, 2000

Elliott-meets-Quicksand, post-hardcore-meets-emo. Another band trying to balance heaviness with melody, and with mostly decent results.

Kid Brother Collective – Never Trust Yourself – Review

April 1, 2000

Drawing on bands who are capable of such impact, Jimmy Eat World and Joshua in particular, Kid Brother Collective is a downward spiral that you love to ride.

Jersey – The Battles Just Begun – Review

April 1, 2000

If you have a girl vocalist who doesn’t play any instruments, at least let her sing once in a while! If you’re going to copy Rancid, don’t get Tilt involved.