album reviews
Reviews of albums old and new from iconic artists and up and coming musicians alike.
90s Hidden Gems: Weezer's Side Project, The Rentals
ALBUM OF THE DAY: The Return of the Rentals (1995) The Rentals was a small side project band formed by Matt Sharp and Patrick Wilson of Weezer. The band also consisted of Tom Grimley (keyboards), Rod Cervera (guitar), and Petra Haden on violin and vocals. Petra’s sister Rachel also joined the band for vocals. Most Weezer fans will recognize Rachel Haden’s voice because she also sang vocals with Weezer later on the 1996 album Pinkerton (“I Just Threw Out The Love of My Dreams”).
By Slgtlyscatt3red7 months ago in Beat
Sarah Arthur Project Fuses Folk Music and Social Justice in Transformative New Album, Dropping July 4th
In an era where music continues to amplify calls for change, the Sarah Arthur Project emerges as a powerful voice for social consciousness wrapped in the soothing textures of folk storytelling. Slated for release this Independence Day, Sarah Arthur, the Spiritual Journey of an American Jewish Woman is more than an album—it’s a timely exploration of identity, justice, and the pursuit of peace.
By Dena Falken Esq7 months ago in Beat
Take Me Back to Eden: The Album That Taught Me Music Has No Borders. AI-Generated.
Title: Take Me Back to Eden: The Album That Taught Me Music Has No Borders I used to think I had a solid understanding of music. I work as a music store manager, I fix guitars, I’ve tried tons of pedals and amps, and I’ve spent years listening to every genre under the sun. But it wasn’t until I listened to Sleep Token’s Take Me Back to Eden that I truly felt what it means when people say, “Music is for everyone.”
By Vincent Theofilus7 months ago in Beat
Early 00s Albums: Details- Frou Frou
ALBUM OF THE DAY Details- Frou Frou (2002) Frou Frou was an electronic pop duo consisting of Guy Sigsworth and Imogen Heap. In 2002, they released their only studio album, Details. The unique sound and energy to this album is different stylistically than Imogen’s other work, reflecting more deep and dark raw emotion with powerful lyrics that make you sad, but also inspire.
By Slgtlyscatt3red7 months ago in Beat
90s Hidden Gems: Through Being Cool by Saves the Day
I'm starting a new article series here on Vocal! I decided I wanted to write some articles about some of my favorite albums growing up. Today is day one of this writing journey, and I'm hoping I'll be able to keep this up for a while, because I have so many great albums I could talk about! This week, I'm looking at the classic pop punk album "Through Being Cool" by Saves the Day.
By Slgtlyscatt3red7 months ago in Beat
Michael Jackson’s HIStory 30th Anniversary
Michael Jackson’s 1995 double album HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I, is one of the most impressive album. As a double album, the first disc is known as HIStory Begins, consist of the King of Pop’s fifteen greatest hits. This includes Billie Jeans, The Way You Make Me Feel, Rock With You, Bad, Remember The Time, etc. The second disc is known as HIStory Continues, is the ninth studio album of the singer’s career. Tracks like Scream, They Don’t Care About Us, Stangers in Moscow, You Are Not Alone, Earth Song, and much more makes this album unique at the time. With a multiple genres blending greatly, as well as the features added to the albums identity. This reflects issues like environmental awareness, isolation, greed, and injustice. Several of the album's new songs pertain to the child sexual abuse allegations made against Jackson in 1993 and Jackson's perceived mistreatment by the media. Overall, it’s the most impressive album to be created.
By Bass Man Eddie7 months ago in Beat
Rod Stewart's "Absolutely Live' : A Raw Snapshot of a Rock Icon in Motion
By the early 1980s, Rod Stewart had already conquered multiple genres and continents. From his blues-rock roots with Faces to disco flirtations like “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?”, he was more than a rock star—he was a musical shapeshifter.
By Richard Mulholland7 months ago in Beat
Introducing Raymnd: A Psychedelic Dream from Minneapolis
A new voice has emerged from Minneapolis—one that blends the past and the future in a haze of color, emotion, and sound. Meet Raymnd, a genre-defying artist whose debut album, RAYMND!, introduces him with remarkable clarity and ambition.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
'Troubled Paradise' - New Music from Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts
Tuk Smith isn’t one to sit still. After reclaiming his place in rock with 2024’s Rogue to Redemption, the Georgia-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter is back with Troubled Paradise—a tightly wound four-song EP set to drop October 16, 2025, on his independent label, Gypsy Rose Records.
By Richard Mulholland7 months ago in Beat
