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Rick Astley – Are We There Yet? (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 22, 2023

Attaining massive international fame during the ‘80s golden era of Pop Rock radio, Rick Astley’s music is easily recognized. With such success found with 1987’s hit parade of “Never Gonna Give You Up,” “Together Forever,” “Whenever You Need Somebody,” and “It Would Take a Strong ... Read More

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Twin Temple – God Is Dead (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 15, 2023

Let’s face it, most of the mainstream is looking for trendy, shiny music. A grim reality, the saddest part is many of the new artists promoted by major record labels seem generic and lifeless. Kind of deflating to true music lovers who appreciate the art ... Read More

Smokey Robinson – Gasms (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 15, 2023

The founder and frontman of the pioneering Motown vocal group the Miracles, Smokey Robinson is a R&B legend. A prolific songwriter, producer, overall massive creative force, his career has been chalked full of highlights. Really a national treasure within American music history, Robinson’s influence has ... Read More

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Kool & the Gang – People Just Wanna Have Fun (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 15, 2023

Out of New Jersey, Kool & The Gang are one of the most successful R&B bands of all-time. Winners of numerous awards, attaining countless hits, and transcending several decades, their story runs far and deep. Combining R&B, Funk, Soul, Jazz, and Rock all together, the ... Read More

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Bishop Briggs – When Everything Went Dark (EP Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 6, 2023

Of the many artists to emerge onto the Pop mainstream stage over the last ten years, Bishop Briggs has to be one of the most distinctive. A well-travelled, multicultural individual, Briggs does not rely on modern studio tricks like many of her contemporaries, and dare ... Read More

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Black Pumas – Chronicles of a Diamond (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockOctober 31, 2023

Initially introduced back in 2017, Singer-Songwriter Eric Burton and Guitarist/Producer Adrian Quesada would form the duo that is Black Pumas. Rather unique to everything else going on within music today, their 2019 self-titled debut took listeners by storm. A mix of Blues, Rock, Pop, Funk, ... Read More