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Chiodos
Perhaps no one can explain the sheer ferocity and timid quietness it is better than when vocalist Craig Owens says “we don’t want to let the kids down” when discussing the group’s intense vocals live at shows. Well they never let a single kid down with their vicious assault on the ears and grip on the jugular...
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Alex Arrowsmith — Applewine Buy it at Amazon
So first things first, wouldn’t an alcoholic beverage made from apples be considered cider? Well that’s not important and probably not true, so let’s continue onwards! Alex Arrowsmith playfully tickles your pop-rock funny bone with catchy tunes chock full of gnarly melodies and radical pop hooks. As catchy as the common cold, Alex Arrowsmith reminds you of They Might Be Giants especially on songs like “Coldplay Got Eaten By Piranhas”, which would be wonderful especially if you have to listen to any modern rock radio for more than six hours. Coming at us via Portland, Oregon, Alex Arrowsmith is a singer/songwriter that is infatuated with setting a new standard in the relatively stagnant alternative pop scene where too many artists take themselves far too seriously to have any fun.
- J-Sin
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