Silversun Pickups: Neck of the Woods

May 19th, 2012 by Locke

SSP have evolved. And in a good way.

Eight and a Half: Eight and a Half

April 14th, 2012 by Locke

Eight and a Half are the new Toronto-based group built from the remnants of one of my favorite bands, The Stills.

Friendly Fires: Pala

March 30th, 2012 by Locke

Released almost a year ago, I just now discovered this gem of an album.

Miike Snow: Happy to You

March 20th, 2012 by Locke

The second album by indie pop dance maestros Miike Snow is a worthy follow-up. And in case anyone was wondering, it is indeed pronounced “Mike Snow.”

Bear in Heaven: I Love You, It’s Cool

March 4th, 2012 by Locke — 1 comment

This album is spectacular. I hope it blows these guys up.

Sleigh Bells: Reign of Terror

February 14th, 2012 by Locke

No sophomore slump for Sleigh Bells.

Grouplove: Never Trust a Happy Song

February 8th, 2012 by Locke

I said “addicting” three times quickly into a mirror while spinning around and out popped these guys and gal.

Nada Surf: The Stars Are Indifferent to Astronomy

January 16th, 2012 by Locke

The “popular” (sorry...) New York alternative indie rock trio return with a 7th LP. Hard to believe how long I’ve been listening to them.