JA Rivera, Author at Cryptic Rock

Reflecting on Joe Cocker – The voice of a lifetime

JA RiveraJA RiveraFebruary 24, 2015

Considered one of the UK’s greatest voices, John Robert Cocker, known as “Joe” to his friends and family, passed away on December 22nd, 2014, leaving behind a huge legacy mostly unknown to many. Known for his cover of The Beatles’ “With a Little Help From My Friends,” Leon ... Read More

Reflecting on H.R. Giger – The Fantasy artist of a lifetime

JA RiveraJA RiveraDecember 31, 2014

Born Hans Rudolf Giger (pronounced GEE-gur) in February of 1940, H.R. Giger’s influence was felt throughout every aspect of the art world. With his recent passing, Giger’s legacy is strong in the minds of all who have been affected by it – from the baby ... Read More

Wu-Tang Clan – A Better Tomorrow (Album Review)

JA RiveraJA RiveraDecember 29, 2014

The music scene was rocked off its heels in November of 1993 with the release of Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers, the now-classic debut album from the legendary Wu-Tang Clan. In a world dominated by Gangsta Rap, Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers was a refreshing change ... Read More

Skinny Puppy, Frontline Assembly, Haujobb, & Youth Code sell out Ogden Theater Denver, CO 12-12-14

JA RiveraJA RiveraDecember 16, 2014

In July of this year, Skinny Puppy, Industrial legends on both wax and stage, surprised many by announcing the most head-scratching tour line-up in recent memory. Ogre and CEvin Key would be bringing their brand of audio and visual chaos to us once more this ... Read More

Public Enemy – Muse Sick-N-Hour Mess Age, A Retrospective 20 years later

JA RiveraJA RiveraDecember 15, 2014

In 1987, Public Enemy took the hip-hop world by storm and heralded a new era in rap music with the release of their first album, Yo! Bum Rush the Show. Everything about Public Enemy was heavy – from their lyrical content to their pounding style ... Read More

Johnny Marr – Playland (Album Review)

JA RiveraJA RiveraDecember 10, 2014

Johnny Marr, 1980s Rock guitarist god who, along with Morrissey, helped define the sound of a decade with his seminal band The Smiths, has been content since his split with The Moz to continue in the background as a member of other bands such as ... Read More

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Reflecting on Joe Cocker – The voice of a lifetime

Reflecting on H.R. Giger – The Fantasy artist of a lifetime

Wu-Tang Clan – A Better Tomorrow (Album Review)

Skinny Puppy, Frontline Assembly, Haujobb, & Youth Code sell out Ogden Theater Denver, CO 12-12-14

Public Enemy – Muse Sick-N-Hour Mess Age, A Retrospective 20 years later

Johnny Marr – Playland (Album Review)

Reflecting on Joe Cocker – The voice of a lifetime

Reflecting on H.R. Giger – The Fantasy artist of a lifetime

Wu-Tang Clan – A Better Tomorrow (Album Review)

Skinny Puppy, Frontline Assembly, Haujobb, & Youth Code sell out Ogden Theater Denver, CO 12-12-14

Public Enemy – Muse Sick-N-Hour Mess Age, A Retrospective 20 years later

Johnny Marr – Playland (Album Review)

This Week In Horror Movie History – Stigmata (1999)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Flash Gordon (1980)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Visiting Hours (1982)

Developing Artist Showcase – Vipërwitch

Developing Artist Showcase – Vermilia

Developing Artist Showcase – Black Smoke Trigger

Interview – Clayne Crawford & Summer Shelton

Interview – Bishop Briggs

Interview – Henry Thomas & Sarah Lind

The Native Howl – Sons of Destruction (Album Review)

The The – Ensoulment (Album Review)

Blood Star (Movie Review)