Cari Clara ““Miniature American Model Society”” (Tiberius Records) Something about this band makes me want to take a nap. The first two tracks don’t do anything for me-with soft, melodic background accompanied by whiny, Britpop-esque vocalizations. “Pulse” is a bit…
El Gigante “The Official Guide To Loss” (Tiberius Records) I have to admit that I made a slight pre-judgement on this CD. I wasn’t into the cover so I threw it in thinking It might suck. Well, I should just…
Thistle “Oxygen Ep” (Tiberius Records) This record is a bit confusing to me. I don’t hate it, but don’t really love it either. Thistle have an indy rock feel to them, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing but then again…
Ampline “The Choir” (Tiberius Records) It took me five minutes of waiting for some vocals to appear until I realized this is an instrumental album. I’m embarrassed. Apparently Ampline couldn’t find anyone they liked enough to take the vocal reigns…
The Light Wires “Self Titled” (Tiberius Records) Listening to The Light Wires is like stepping into 1993 when Counting Crows put out their best album, “August and Everything After.” I can still feel the effect that “Omaha” had on me…