On Second Listen

On Second Listen: Underworld vs. the Misterons – Athens

By on March 14th, 2010

Truly, Underworld has created something far more unique and exciting than just another dance record.

On Second Listen: High on Fire – Snakes for the Divine

By on March 10th, 2010

Old fans may find more to like than new listeners, but if you have the ear for metal, this is one 2010 release that should be given at least a few spins from beginning to end.

On Second Listen: The Twilight Hours – Stereo Night

By on March 7th, 2010

It’s Stereo Night‘s sense of sadness that is both its greatest strength and greatest weakness.

On Second Listen: Editors – In This Light And On This Evening

By on March 1st, 2010

In This Light And On This Evening represents a change in direction of sorts, but whether it’s warranted, we’re not that sure.

On Second Listen: Sleep Whale – Houseboat

By on February 25th, 2010

Houseboat is one of those achievements best enjoyed alone.

On Second Listen: Hurricane Bells- Tonight Is The Ghost

By on February 18th, 2010

A perfect escape for the less-than-sunny winter weather.

On Second Listen: Still Life Still – Girls Come Too

By on February 15th, 2010

Girls Come Too is a wonderful mess of shoegaze, indie rock that sounds traditional yet puts the band’s personality on display.

On Second Listen: Raekwon – Only Built for Cuban Linx II

By on February 6th, 2010

Only Built for Cuban Linx II may not be as groundbreaking as the Wu’s first period of collective work, but it’s still a stellar hip-hop album, if that’s what you’re into.

On Second Listen: Kurt Vile – Childish Prodigy

By on February 3rd, 2010

…a beautiful listen from start to finish.

On Second Listen: Orenda Fink – Ask the Night

By on January 26th, 2010

With her new folk awakening, Orenda Fink has found a sound that not only ties her in with fellow Saddle Creek folkster Conor Oberst, but also could put her on the front edge of new stardom.