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Spun: The Starting Line

By Logan Niehaus

Casting a shadow over the latest disc from Pennsylvanian pop-punkers The Starting Line is their much-publicized departure from Geffen and defection to Virgin Records. After Geffen outright refused to promote 2005’s Based On A True Story, the group managed to opt out of their contract and found a new home that was willing to support… Continue reading Spun: The Starting Line

Music Interview: The Horrorpops

By Logan Niehaus

Energy, emotion and musical talent don’t go as far as they should these days. Bands are given images to live by, catering to the current trends of recluse followers and slackers. These transients and whores of popular culture watch, waiting for the next flamboyant, mascara wearing, clash of ideals and monopolistic regiment. Thankfully, there are… Continue reading Music Interview: The Horrorpops

Music Interview: Death Cab For Cutie

By Logan Niehaus

Eloquence, vanity, precision and proficiency are just four words to sum up Atlantic Records’ newest powerhouse, Death Cab for Cutie. Like several other indie-pop bands of late, Death Cab, who are currently co-headlining a tour with Franz Ferdinand, have broken into mainstream acceptance. Dastardly imposing their brash personification of musical talent upon thousands around the… Continue reading Music Interview: Death Cab For Cutie

Spun: POD

By Logan Niehaus

Music can create three perceptions: overwhelming joy, undeniable hate or a middle ground where the sounds can be appreciated with time. POD’s new album Testify sort of falls in the latter.Widely known for their reggae-rock sound, with Testify POD take a different approach while trying to maintain some consistency. For three quarters of the album… Continue reading Spun: POD

Music Interview: As I Lay Dying would lay dying for fans

By Logan Niehaus

Modesty and humility from popular acts in the entertainment business are a rarity, and music is no exception. Whether it’s the fame, money or power associated with popularity, there are a number of groups who take not only their lifestyle, but their fans for granted. Often too good to shake the hands of the same… Continue reading Music Interview: As I Lay Dying would lay dying for fans

Spun: Anti-Flag

By Logan Niehaus

Fuck authority! Fuck government! Fuck your roots! Oh wait, what was that last one? After a few years of touring and relaxation, rebel punk rockers Anti-Flag have returned with power, enthusiasm and a new record label. That’s right, the fist pumping boys of summer signed with a major label. Sell-outs you say? Maybe, but it… Continue reading Spun: Anti-Flag

The tables have turned, you critic bastards

By Logan Niehaus

“Oh it’s spectacular!” “What a triumph!” “Truly a masterpiece!” la di freakin’ da! You heard me, it’s complete and utter bullshit. These are just a few critic’s comments on some films over the past few years. These individuals tell us, recommend and completely discard different forms of media as they see fit. With literature and… Continue reading The tables have turned, you critic bastards

Spun: The Notorious B.I.G.

By Logan Niehaus

The music of Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur has influenced a generation and paved the way for a booming rap industry. Unfortunately, those around them have found it essential to make money off their tragic deaths through endless remix, unreleased and tribute albums only focused on cashing in. Duets: The Final Chapter bucks this trend.… Continue reading Spun: The Notorious B.I.G.