March Horses

 "It’s the sound of my silence, of this evening’s darkness where not even the mosquitoes keep me company."

 "A handful of folk songs recorded on a budget, at first take, and piled up with minimal details that you struggle to recognize in the acknowledgments."

Howe Gelb's Hisser is a quietly intimate album blending folk, blues, and Tex-Mex influences with minimal production. The music's rustic, out-of-tune tones reflect solitude and subtle emotions. This work invites quiet reflection and hesitant understanding rather than easy enjoyment. Although modest and raw, it deeply resonates as a sound of silence. Listen to Howe Gelb's Hisser for a quietly profound folk experience that embraces solitude and subtle emotion.

 Mulatu is in love with his land, in love with the warm sometimes, other times languid rhythms of its traditional music.

 It’s jazz that has nothing to do with smoky metropolitan clubs or noir film prostitutes. It is ethnic music that falls in love with bebop and flirts with Latin vibes.

Sketches Of Ethiopia by Mulatu Astatke offers a unique fusion of Ethiopian traditional rhythms and jazz. The album steers clear of typical jazz clichés, combining bebop with Latin influences in a warm and colorful sonic palette. Mulatu's music honors his roots and distinguishes itself from jazz greats through its cultural intimacy and relaxed flow. The album is a celebration of Addis Ababa's heritage and a collaboration with talented international musicians. Explore Mulatu Astatke's Sketches Of Ethiopia for a vibrant fusion of jazz and Ethiopian traditions.

 Howlin Mercy is one of the darkest albums ever, without violating the limits of listenability: and it is a miracle, no matter how diabolic it may appear.

 John Campbell and his slide can make even the most seasoned listener bleed, and that voice that vividly recalls the Master Howlin' Wolf seems to come from a hole in the depths.

Howlin Mercy by John Campbell is a dark and powerful Delta blues album. It honors legends like Howlin' Wolf and Robert Johnson through intense slide guitar and raw vocals. The album blends tradition with a modern sound, avoiding clichés. Personal struggles of the artist add emotional depth. Notable covers and original compositions create a compelling blues journey. Dive into Howlin Mercy and experience the dark soul of pure Delta blues today.

 Swerve: deviation.

 The sound waves that accompany the ship framed in the splendid cover deviate it from the path of musical convention, towards shores touched by few.

‘Swerve’ by Giant Sand is a daring 1990 album by Howe Gelb that defies musical conventions by mixing country, noise, free jazz, and rock. Gelb’s eclectic style and improvisational approach create an intriguing, sometimes uncertain, but ultimately rewarding listening experience. The album’s restless creativity paved the way for his later works blending art rock and roots music. Dive into Giant Sand’s 'Swerve' and experience a groundbreaking blend of country, rock, and avant-garde sounds today!

 These (ex)young musicians distinguished themselves with a dark, introspective, anxious attitude.

 "In The Spanish Cave" is a midway work, a musical crossroads between punk-new wave beginnings and rediscovery of personal 'author' rock.

Thin White Rope's In The Spanish Cave captures a unique crossroads in their musical evolution, blending existential punk-new wave roots with personal, folk-infused rock. Frontman Guy Kyser delivers a distinctive voice reflecting suburban angst and marginal life. The album offers a variety of styles from country and folk to spectral rock, with notable tracks like Red Sun and Mr. Limpet. Though it misses some intimacy found in prior works, it's an essential part of their legacy rooted in the underground US rock scene. Explore Thin White Rope's In The Spanish Cave for a haunting blend of folk, rock, and dark introspection. Listen now and dive into their legacy!

 Described in my dear encyclopedia as "the lost great psychedelic band," I finally found them in their only LP, "A Young Man's Song."

 Unjustly forgotten, this album deserves to be placed among the most impactful works of a musical era that continues to offer extraordinary rarities.

Frumious Bandersnatch's only album, 'A Young Man's Song,' stands out as a powerful and compact acid rock work from the West Coast psychedelic scene. Featuring intricate guitar solos and strong vocals, the album is a hidden gem that blends influences like Quicksilver and the Grateful Dead. The reviewer praises its instrumental strength and standout tracks such as 'Rosemary’s Baby' and 'Can-A-Bliss,' calling it an unjustly forgotten classic worthy of rediscovery. Explore 'A Young Man's Song' today and rediscover a forgotten psychedelic rock masterpiece.

 "'Crazy,' originally a minor hit by Gnarls Barkley, here dazzles like a refined party, the kind where you sip a gin and tonic and try to woo the blonde in a low-cut dress."

 "Support music that doesn’t want to retire if it still makes your head bob."

Booker T. Jones’ album The Road From Memphis blends classic funk, soul, and R&B with original compositions and a dynamic cover of Gnarls Barkley’s "Crazy." The record channels vintage vibes reminiscent of the MG's, enhanced by guest artists like Lou Reed. Its vinyl edition provides a stylish package for fans, supporting music that remains fresh and engaging decades later. Listen to Booker T. Jones’ funky groove on The Road From Memphis and savor vintage soul with a modern twist!

 The 'Live At The Astoria' is the sum of what had been expressed in the previous thirty years: a sincere, passionate, raw and delightfully "old" music.

 McPhee’s guitar style reflects a sincere dedication to Music itself, with his abrasive riffs sometimes strictly classic, other times noisy and acidic.

This review highlights The Groundhogs' 1998 live album 'Live at the Astoria' as a passionate and raw blues rock performance. It places the band within the context of British blues history and praises Tony McPhee's authentic guitar style. Despite their limited commercial success, the album is described as a sincere expression of blues music, appealing especially to long-time enthusiasts. The music features solid, repetitive rhythms with powerful riffs and occasional psychedelic influences. Discover The Groundhogs' raw blues rock power—listen to Live at the Astoria now!

 In 1932, 'White Zombie' left its hidden yet fundamental mark on horror cinema to come.

 What gives force to this film is the splendid atmosphere recreated, and the concise narration that leaves room for disturbing and memorable moments.

White Zombie (1932) by Victor Halperin is a landmark horror film predating modern zombies. It draws on hoodoo magic distinct from voodoo and creates a haunting atmosphere with striking black-and-white visuals. Bela Lugosi stars as a sorcerer controlling the undead, and while the film shows its early sound-era limitations, it remains memorable and influential in horror history. Discover the roots of zombie horror by watching Victor Halperin's White Zombie today!

 It’s immediately a strong contender for the worst screenplay of this newborn 2013.

 Everything slips into an ending that’s copy-pasted from solitary superhero films, a happy ending that’s ridiculously unintentional.

This review criticizes Jack Reacher for its weak and clichéd screenplay, overly flashy Tom Cruise performance, and predictable plot. The action scenes are moderately good but not enough to elevate the film. Pervasive irony is the only saving grace, while the ending comes off as a tired superhero cliché. Overall, the film fails to inspire interest in the original novel. Discover why Jack Reacher’s flashy action can’t save its weak script—read the full review now!