NOTE: This review was originally Published on Big Blue Bullfrog, March 9, 200 At first, the sight of them brings an almost nerve-wracking sense of unease. As they methodically go through the motions of setting the stage, their appearance is that of flannel-clad stoners that had just rolled out of bed, 8pm bed-head and all. … Read more
Mycenea Worley is a singer/songwriter who regularly plays clubs, festivals, and benefits throughout central Pennsylvania. Her performances usually feature a nice blend of original songs, popular covers, and covers done with her unique arrangement, and always feature her enthusiastic smile, friendly demeanor, and outgoing personality. “A sense of humor and a big smile go a … Read more
Review of Love Is Rain by The Badlees If you are looking for a fluffy, happy review of the new CD by The Badlees stop reading now. The band’s new release, Love Is Rain, is flawed. The first of these flaws are right up front and immediate. Now, we realize that the art of song … Read more
NOTE: This review by Phil Brosius was originally published at DAMESOfPA.com on March 31, 2010. 112 Beats Per Minute is a 5-song EP by father and son duo Craig and Alex Bannon. It contains four original compositions along with an original interpretation of Nirvana’s classic tune “All Apologies”. The album is a loose tribute to … Read more
Buy Loneliness Anonymous Darcie Miner is an extraordinarily talented musician and her work in the past has certainly been good. But with her latest album, Loneliness Anonymous, she has taken that next step and delivered something that is truly great as this latest album ventures into sounds and themes previously unexplored and she pairs her … Read more
NOTE: This review by Phil Brosius was originally published at DAMESOfPA.com on February 7, 2010. The trio Ron Fleeger & the Stranger from Williamsport have put together a collection of acoustic-driven songs with melodic hooks and precision technique on their EP called Lucky 7. Although, the central theme of post-breakup blues persists throughout, the album … Read more
Buy Imaginary Lines 33 NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESOfPA.com on December 10, 2009. While Disc One starts with the most recent work and then suddenly jumps back to the earliest, Disc Two provided the glue in-between those two extremes that holds the album all together. There are less dramatic highs and lows … Read more
Buy Imaginary Lines 33 NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESOfPA.com. Sometimes you have to admit when something is just too darn big to tackle all at once. Such is the case with reviewing the goliath album Imaginary Lines 33. So this month I begin with disc one of the two disc set, while … Read more
NOTE: This review by Phil Brosius was originally published at DAMESOfPA.com on October 12, 2009. It’s very cool how some things go together. Good food, good wine, a good cigar and good music. The music is the focus here, specifically the new Pan.a.ce.a release, We the Broken. This is a very strong CD. Melody, hooks … Read more