Million Dead – Living The Dream
Million Dead have at it for awhile now and I think we can easily call them the British kinds of emo. “Living The Dream” shows off our heroes sounding very deep and even soulful. About a minute and a half in, it kicks it up and it starts to get fierce. It’s a solid mix of sounds, in the vein of, say Sonic Youth and some hardcore to produce a nice tight sound. The track is certainly one that shows Million Dead pushing forward.
By John Siwicki
Morrissey – Live At Earls Court
Mozza has had an impressive past year. Hit singles, massive sold out gigs… he has come back in impressive style. I didn’t think we would get a Live LP out of him though, but maybe this is a sign, who knows. But this 18 track set is full of Smiths, and old Solo hits. Plus he even dabbles in a few B-Sides. We get treat to rousing versions of “How Soon Is Now?” “Bigmouth Strikes Again.” Also, there is a lovely cover of a Patti Smith song ” Redondo Beach ” Also, the B-Side “Don’t Make Fun Of Daddys Voice” has a huge chorus that sounds perfect in this environment.
If you recently saw Mozza live this is a great little memorial to that. It sounds great for a live recording. Mozza himself sounds incredible live. It’s a really enjoyable time that shouldn’t be missed.
By John Siwicki
The Bravery – Unconditional
New York , what a place; New York is home to such great talent and there is always a developing scene there that will undoubtedly cause a stir. The Bravery are the latest to come from NYC (Yes, they are better than Radio 4) “Unconditional” is a ballsy full-on dance-rock effort. Here you get a boisterous chorus and that charming beat. This song will make you dance away. The B-Sides are rather alluring as well. This band can make some noise.
By John Siwicki
New Order – Waiting For The Sirens Call
New Order are one of those bands that never really do anything wrong. After all these years they still sound so young and fresh and most importantly they are as important as ever now. The whole current crop of new bands can all list New Order as an influence. I’ll stop now but as you can see they are a great band. Waiting For The Sirens Call” is the third single of the album of the same name. It’s more of a straight up rock song, reminds of something that could be from the “Republic” days. Bernard’s summery voice and with Hooky’s bass is a combination that will seemly never get old. As the summer winds down and they days go back to getting cold. I think we have great song to remember those wonderful summer days.
By John Siwicki