Album Review: 'This Is Your Brain On Love' by Rare Futures

>> When I first encountered Rare Futures (formerly known as Happy Body Slow Brain), their on-the-rise status combined with the upcoming release of a new album set off a red flag in my mind. As an indie and alternative music listener myself, I’ve seen too many “cool” bands come out with simplified, “accessible” albums. Because of this, new...

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Motion City Soundtrack Announce Final Tour

>> Last Friday (3/11), Motion City Soundtrack said goodbye to fans with the promise of a final send-off: "We have no idea what the future holds, but for now we are done. Needless to say, we’re feeling all the feels - you may be as well. If so, or if you’ve ever been touched by our music, we ask you to come out and sing along...

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Nick Thompson Talks Thief Club, Hit The Lights, and Supporting The Arts

>> Pop punk played a vital role in shaping how I view musicians and the art of touring. The "anyone can do this" attitude reinforced the fact that these incredibly talented people that I looked up to were, in fact, just people. Musicians aren't superheroes although their music can be powerful - they're people who need the same basic things to...

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