Tag: 2018 Albums

  • Stephy’s Best of 2018

    Stephy’s Best of 2018

    2018 May not have provided a whole lot of stuff as far as rock n roll is concerned, but what it did churn out was absolutely fantastic. It’s hard to narrow down a best of, which is part of the reason why I did not do one for 2017, but I figured why not? Best […]

  • Vegas Locals Pillars of Creation Release “Control”

    Vegas Locals Pillars of Creation Release “Control”

    Comprised of Mathew Whaley (vocals/bass), Tom Madera (guitar), and Bryan Walker (vocals/drums), Pillars of Creation give one a reason why they should be paying attention to the metal scene in Las Vegas. Their new album Control, released earlier this month, is heavy. I mean, really heavy. I, having played on the same stage with some of […]

  • The Return of Smashing Pumpkins: Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol. 1/LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun.

    The Return of Smashing Pumpkins: Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol. 1/LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun.

    It may only be 8 tracks, but Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol. 1/LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun., the new album from Smashing Pumpkins, has drawn quite a bit of attention (some good; some bad) since its November 16th release. Kicking off the album is “Knights of Malta”. Aside from Corgan’s vocals, the main focus […]

  • Wicked Garden Post Dystopian Leisure Music Teaser: Already Gone EP

    Wicked Garden Post Dystopian Leisure Music Teaser: Already Gone EP

    Las Vegas’ very own Wicked Garden are preparing for their album release, Post Dystopian Leisure Music, in February 2019. I had the pleasure of listening to a sample of what’s to come. Dominick Muzio (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Shawn Trojahn (lead guitars), Troy Spriggs (Bass/Vocals), and Jason Dardano (Drums/Percussion) have formulated Wicked Garden. This band is completely their […]

  • Hanson’s String Theory Album Review

    Hanson’s String Theory Album Review

    One year after celebrating twenty-five years since the release of Middle of Nowhere, Hanson is back with their newest album String Theory. I want to preface this by saying that I think Hanson is one of the most under rated bands ever. I, myself, became a fan when they rolled through Las Vegas. I wanted […]