April 3, 2011 by Karyn & Ric Albano NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESofPA.com on April 3, 2010. On March 27, we were treated to a fantastic night of local, original music at Appalachian Brewing Company in Harrisburg. The event was in honor of the 18th birthday of 97.3 The River and featured … Read more
March 3, 2011 by Ric Albano How unseemly for one to tell his own story. Is it propaganda or just frustration that no one other has come come forth to say it before, in this expanding swath of time since I unleashed on the world my own heart and soul. Let’s look first, at what … Read more
February 28, 2011 by Karyn Albano NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESofPA.com on February 28, 2010. I was struck by something someone said to me in passing a few weeks ago. We were hanging out in a local bar listening to some bands who played mostly original songs but also threw a few … Read more
January 14, 2011 by Sigourney Soul NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESofPA.com on January 14, 2010. Some of Pennsylvania’s finest artists have come together to donate their talents in support of Diane Kovaleski, a young woman from Wilkes-Barre, who suffered a major stroke during a routine surgery in 2007. All songs included on … Read more
January 9, 2011 by Carrie Rock NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESofPA.com on March 9, 2009. 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 … 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
Classic Rock Review will commence as a sub-division of Modern Rock Review on January 1, 2011. Every two months, this site will focus on a particular year between 1966 and 1995 and focus on the best rock music of that particular year, with an emphasis on the albums released that year. An “album of the … 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
Recent News & Features November 5, 2015 The November 2015 Choice 5 features albums and EPs of rich and diverse rock acts such as Sandy Bell, The Great Depression, The Left Ready, Jillian Speer, and Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats. Choice 5 for November 2015 October 27, 2015 Mother or Illusion is the fourth LP … Read more