by Jason's Jukebox | May 7, 2017 | Adventures in Record Reviews
Black Needle Noise is one of John Fryer’s many projects, with a focus on collaborating with different vocalists and embracing an “anything goes” philosophy. Fryer, of course, was 1/2 of This Mortal Coil – a band who employed a similar approach...
by Jason's Jukebox | May 2, 2017 | Adventures in Record Reviews
Atlas Park hail from Northern California and offer up an intoxicating brew of modern rock inspired gems. Formed by Daniel Gatling in 2014, the band has quickly developed a following. Emotive vocals and hummable melodies, what I love about the band is how they tap into...
by Jason's Jukebox | Apr 24, 2017 | Adventures in Record Reviews
The return of England’s Curry Quiche comes in the wake of Brexit and the aftermath of the US presidential election. The world has seemingly shifted to the political right and the band takes its cue from the shifting nature of the world. 2013’s full length...
by Jason's Jukebox | Mar 26, 2017 | Adventures in Record Reviews
Spring is in the air – finally. One of the rainiest winters on record in the Seattle area is finally showing signs of taking it’s leave. Not coincidentally, I’ve had the latest EP from Sunstack Jones on repeat for a while now, summery tunes that have...
by Jason's Jukebox | Feb 12, 2017 | Adventures in Record Reviews
The Flaming Lips have never failed to baffle, confound, delight, frustrate, and inspire me. I initially wrote them off as “alternative light” in the early 90’s in the wake of their hit single She Don’t Use Jelly (snobby hipster alert). As it...
by Jason's Jukebox | Feb 5, 2017 | Adventures in Record Reviews
The DeRellas hail from London, England and are reminiscent of the class of ’77 sound of punk. Instantly memorable – the songs are fast, furious, and instant classics. The band returns with a mini album recorded in the wake of some lineup changes, and is...