Shirock – Everything Burns – Review

Release Date: February 3rd, 2009
Record Label: None
Genre: Indie Rock

The shiny sleeve that Shirock‘s new record comes in alludes to the bands need for a stylish effort. And with a name like “Shirock,” the first thing that may come your mind (and certainly did for me) was the word Shemale. I am curious where they got the name from, but I’m more curious about their new album, “Everything Burns.” At first I was just making sure that everyone in the band included someone with an afghan scarf, thin hoodies, and dark blue jeans. Sadly they all did. Then I had to make sure that Shirock‘s brand of alternative rock would be perfect for the backgrounds of TV shows such as MTV’s The Hills, The City, and hell any teenage daydream shows that MTV poops out instead of music videos. read more

Burn In Hell, Or Don’t

As Cities Burn is set to release their new album “Hell Or High Water” on April 21st through Solid State Records.

The Extended Play Fred

The Color Fred has just finished recording their new EP which will come out in April through Equal Vision Records. The band said that their would be “new songs on it as well as some unusual versions of Bend to Break songs.”

New Found Glory – Not Without A Fight – 2nd Review

Release Date: March 9th, 2009
Record Label: Epitaph Records
Genre: Pop Punk

It’s hard for a lot of bands to continue making great music, this is not a case for New Found Glory. Would I call “Not Without A Fight” mind blowing? Maybe. Life changing? Depends. Ground breaking? Quite possibly. One thing is for sure New Found Glory have been pioneers for the punk/rock scene for years, they have revived our favorite genres time and time again. With “Not Without A Fight” the case is the same, just when you think you’ve heard everything and nothing new is being generated from the millions upon millions of bands that flood Myspace daily, New Found Glory lets their Epitaph debut sweep you up and never lets go. read more

And Then There Were None – Who Speaks For Planet Earth? – Review

Release Date: February 24th, 2009
Record Label: Tooth & Nail Records
Genre: Electronica Pop Rock

And Then There Were None doesn’t want to be another typical, generic band in todays watered down scene. After listening to their Tooth & Nail full length debut, “Who Speaks For Planet Earth?” is nothing short than incredible, the CD title lets you know exactly what the album is. They show exactly who speaks for planet earth their music does on this amazing blend of pop/punk/rock, they definately appear to be heading in the right direction with their sound. Combining elements of punk, rock, and progressive, this record offers us twelve diverse songs that are full of aggression and melody. read more

D Is For Darkness

P is for Panda Records has signed the Canadian singer/songwriter Andy Shauf, whose debut album Darker Days will be in stores on May 19th, 2009. read more

Jaguars And T-Rexs, Oh My

Dinosaur Jr. has signed with Jagjaguwar. The band will be hitting the road in April to road test new material in a town near you. For the fortunate fans who score tickets to these select shows, they will also receive either a limited edition, tour-only 7″ or a digital download code with the purchase of a ticket. read more

School Boy Humor – School Boy Humor – Review

Release Date: February 24th, 2009
Record Label: Vagrant Records
Genre: Pop Punk

The music of School Boy Humor, as well as various other bands of the burgeoning pop-rock scene, has been on my radar for the past few months. Naturally, I was thrilled upon hearing about the band’s dealings with Vagrant Records and the speedy release date of their self-titled debut. School Boy Humor‘s smart, compelling pop/rock music couldn’t come at a better time as it’s starting to warm up outside and kids are anxiously awaiting summer. read more

New Found Glory – Not Without A Fight – Review

Release Date: March 9th, 2009
Record Label: Epitaph Records
Genre: Pop Punk

In the decade+ time that New Found Glory has filled with music scene with delectable pop rock goodies, they have always managed to capture the thoughts and hearts of their listeners. You know what I’m talking about. You remember when you first started dating that girl/boy? The good times, the bad times, the “god I’m bored” time? Well NFG was always relevant back then, through breakups and parties, through high school and into college, with their latest effort “Not Without A Fight” they have returned with a proper effort. read more

iToxic Pop

Punk Goes Pop 2 is now available for pre-order at iTunes, including A Static Lullaby‘s upcoming music video for “Toxic.”