From rap's origins to its future. Run-D.M.C, "Hollis Crew (Krush-Groove 2)" It sounds downright primitive today, but this album (Run-D.M.C., their debut) was a massive milestone in the development of rap as a cultural force. Somewhat forgotten...
Another good one, as Five Songs continues its roll. matt pond PA, "It Becomes Night" A charming little pop song from matt pond PA. Presidents of the United States of America, "Volcano" Here's a delightful song off that second...
Rockin'! Wiccans, "Witches" A hint for anybody trying to sell records to Five Songs International: get somebody to drop "noise rock" somewhere in your review, and I'm all over it. Wiccans fit that category. And yeah, they basically...
Hell yes. Black Star, "Definition" We've had Mos Def, we've had Talib Kweli, but now it's time for their collaboration. Black Star loomed large over the later careers of both men, and for good reason: this is...
Good stuff today. Foo Fighters, "New Way Home" Every now and again, we get a huge band around here, and I'm never really sure what to say about them. I mean, sure some random-ass Canadian punk band, I can give a...