Poor Rich Ones ““Happy Happy Happy”” (Rec 90/Five One Inc.) I pop the CD in the tray, press play and…..Radiohead? Na, it’s a pop/alternative band from Norway called “Poor Rich Ones”. This happy quartet (now trio) produces rich tones that…
William Hut “Road Star Doolittle” (Five One Inc.) Seriously, Uncle Tupelo and Whiskeytown (among others) were right on the money when they jumped on the alt. country bandwagon. I distinctly remember going to Mark’s Guitar in San Diego to buy…
Eastern Youth “Where Can You See from Your Place” (Five One Inc.) Have ya ever been to Japan? If you’re reading this magazine you probably have. Because being the hip, globe-trotting, “mocha-latte” ordering trendsetter you are, you know that small…
All State Champion “Is It Nothing To You” (Five One Inc.) These four are the postest of the post-hardcore genre. They have embraced the DIY ethic that post-hardcore bands are known for. They have had every door possible slammed in…