Weezer Release New Single “Feels Like Summer”

  We may only be in March, but that doesn’t mean summer can’t come a little early. Weezer surprised fans on Wednesday night by premiering “Feels Like Summer,” the first single from their upcoming 11th studio album. The still-untitled album…

It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood and we have been blessed. This past Friday The Neighbourhood dropped their album, Wiped Out!, and have received quite a response.  The alternative rock band began back in 2011 and signed under Columbia Records.  Jesse…

From the Record Crate: Jane’s Addiction – “Ritual de lo Habitual” (1990)

There are many bands that could be credited to kick-starting the alternative rock revolution of the 1990s. But one band that must be thrown into conversation at all times is Jane’s Addiction, the L.A. quartet that mixed glam rock and…

Foxtrax on the Fast Track

Two brothers, a pal, faded Chucks, and tree climbing sessions. Sounds like a sequel to The Outsiders right? The story of these fellows begins in Oceanside, NY.  Jared Stenz (26), Jon Stenz (23), and Ben Schneid (23) became close friends…

Album Review: Blur – “The Magic Whip”

When Blur reunited in 2009, there was much speculation on whether the group would release a new album. There were a couple stand-alone singles, rumors the band was recording with William Orbit, and a news report that a recording session…

From the Record Crate: They Might Be Giants – “Flood” (1990)

  They Might Be Giants were the subject of significant buzz and notoriety before the January 1990 release of their third album, Flood. Their 1985 demo cassette was reviewed in People magazine, the video for “Don’t Let’s Start” was one of…

From the Record Crate: Blur – “Parklife” (1994)

A cultural touchstone of the mid ’90s Britpop movement, Blur’s third album Parklife defined their career and is considered to be their magnum opus. The band became superstars with the album, and maintained a level of critical acclaim with their…