Over the past few years or so, most music fans have recognized one consistency that remains nearly indisputable: France is currently the core of
Cheerleader chants, infectious hip-hop, and irresistible dance-pop? Sounds like something that The Go! Team can handle with ease. As it turns out, their second
By this stage in her interminable music career, Bettye LaVette has no reason to change her style. In fact, the first few moments of
It must be a convenient experience to be in a band with a bunch of trustworthy individuals, particularly ones that you grew up being
Do they have April Fool’s Day in Sweden? I would hope so, as I am sympathetic for any country without such a glowing “holiday”,
Some bands just love talking about themselves. I occasionally receive one-sheets that contradict both their namesake and purpose in providing an accessible introduction to
We all hear that “sensitive singer/songwriter” babble all the time. Often employed as a propaganda tactic by corporate minds who hold a fraudulent regard
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When it comes to quality music, an originative country simply does not matter. While it is always enjoyable to see native artists revel in
