Detox, Paternity, and PTSD
When someone writes about their life, or what they see as important pieces of it, I’m either drawn in or wonder what compelled them to write about themselves in the first place. Was it ego-driven, was it to relate to others, was it to help people going through something similar? Or was it because they just needed to get those thoughts–something haunting them–out of their … Continue reading Detox, Paternity, and PTSD
Faidra and Thy Dying Light
Formed in 2019, Faidra is an orthodox black metal project based in Sweden. The creator behind this beautifully atmospheric endeavor wishes to remain anonymous–not an unexpected move from any one-person outfit within the black metal scene. And before you ask, no, black metal isn’t the usual genre I review, and yes, this album inspired me to take that leap. Any music on the outside of … Continue reading Faidra and Thy Dying Light
Feral Light and VAZUM
Released in May 2020, Feral Light’s Life Vapor is a seriously intense journey. This album begins with a dark, swelling intro, as if reaching out for you, giving you only moments to prepare for what is to come … then it begins. The first track, “Blood in Sand,” truly delivers. Right away you are sucked into the desolation, spellbound by the sound. You are entranced by … Continue reading Feral Light and VAZUM
In Letter Form, Stridulum (reviews)
In Letter Form Not every band has a tragic, poetic story. And most certainly don’t set out to create one as they begin that journey to construct their art. Unfortunately, In Letter Form has had some serious setbacks along the way, but that cannot, and should not, be used to detract us from really diving into their accomplishments. This post-punk project deserves our attention, and … Continue reading In Letter Form, Stridulum (reviews)
NILBOG
I wholeheartedly enjoy interviewing the talented alternative acts from my adopted home town of San Antonio, Texas. And today, I am happy to bring focus to the enigmatic mystery that is NILBOG, a one-man project existing someplace within the realms of old-school industrial, dark-electro, and something hauntingly experimental. This project was formed in 2017 by a very humble man named Jude. The sound can be … Continue reading NILBOG
The Black Capes, Bathead, Jesucrisis
The Black Capes (Athens, Greece – in featured photo above) The Black Capes album I have chosen to review is entitled All These Monsters. And I really love it. It was released in 2017 and produced by Peter Rutcho. I discovered it while in quarantine, because who isn’t finding new music while stuck at home? I mean, I’ve been baking a lot of cupcakes too … Continue reading The Black Capes, Bathead, Jesucrisis
Jihad
James Mendez is the man behind a project known simply as Jihad. The project was conceived in 1988 and has a very interesting history. I have taken the time to write this article as not only a reflection upon important influences in my life, but to tell you about his amazing new album, Retrospekt, which is now available on Bandcamp. Now I’m about to take … Continue reading Jihad
When Depression Kills Art
Quarantine sucks. I’m not quite sure who we are anymore. By “we,” I mean artists, society, the world … all of it. I know some of what I see through my own eyes, but like each of us, I am limited to what I can experience and know. And what I am experiencing personally isn’t as awful as it could be. And for me, it’s … Continue reading When Depression Kills Art
40 Years of Bauhaus
A reflective review by Veronica Campbell This really was a glorious night for me. Having seen Bauhaus perform with original members in my early college years (and meeting Peter Murphy and Daniel Ash briefly afterward), this time felt a bit more full circle emotionally. It felt like visiting a fond memory and brought forth a rush of emotions with each song. The show was at … Continue reading 40 Years of Bauhaus
Tiny Gods Who Walk Beside Us
When I set out to complete this review, I had intended for it to be just that–a review. But after learning more about the efforts behind the subject matter, a compilation entitled Tiny Gods Who Walk Beside Us, I had a few questions for the man behind the scenes. Well, actually, it’s a feline behind the scenes. Allow me to explain. Ken, the front man … Continue reading Tiny Gods Who Walk Beside Us
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