Tag: rock
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The Start of Something Special: In Conversation with Lefty Lucy
From left to right: Lila Elm, Parc Murdock, and Lyla Carpenter. Photograph by Maya Eiben. Every band’s gotta start somewhere, and in the case of Charleston-based riot grrrl-fusion rockers Lefty Lucy, that somewhere is here and now. Consisting of bassist/vocalist Lyla Carpenter, keyboardist Claire Duane, guitarist Lila Elm, and drummer Parc Murdock, Lefty Lucy is…
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Dad Rock from the Source: Mike Kennedy Essentials
Behind every kid with a love for rock and roll is a parent that lived through it all. In my case, that’s my dad, Mike Kennedy, who grew up in blue collar Hoboken, New Jersey and lived out his teen years in the sensational 70s. We covered his two core bands, with essential albums and…
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Starbenders: 21st Century Glam Rock at its Finest
Weeks ago, rock quartet Starbenders created an explosive genre-fusion of what I can only refer to as “new wave glam” with their newest album, Take Back the Night. The 13-track record is a lovechild of early Motley Crue, The Runaways, and Pat Benatar, intertwined with ethereal synth and catchy pop hooks. It’s a fresh…
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Neil Peart’s Way With Words
You gotta love Rush. The Holy Triumvirate of progressive rock consists of bassist, vocalist, and keyboardist (what can’t he do?) Geddy Lee, guitarist Alex Lifeson, and the late great Neil Peart, your drummer’s favorite drummer. There’s no way to describe the band, their chemistry, and consistently impressive discography other than special. A special blend of…
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Staff Picks Week 3
Theme of the Week: “Your Villian Arch Song” General Manager – Dylan Guiterrez : “Tearing Me Up (RAC Remix)” by Bob Moses, RAC Content Director – Vinay Ranganathan : “Dies Irae feat. Black Prez” by Apashe, Black Prez Events Director – David Levy : “The Four Seasons – Winter in F Minor, RV. 297: I.…
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Soccer Mommy & Turnover: Figuring Out How Much to Consider Content & Stage Wise
Last month in December 2022, I had the pleasurable opportunity to photograph and experience the concerts of Soccer Mommy and Turnover respectively. As a habitual pop and electronica listener, this winter break I go to dust off and revisit my indie rock streak I listen to from time to time with these two acts. My…