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Sanctuary – Inception (Album Review)

Sometimes trends/movements in music can make or break a band, depending on whether or not they jump on the popular train or run off alone. Forming in 1985, Seattle-based band Sanctuary came on the scene at the peak of Heavy Metal’s glory, but rather than breakaway ... Read More

MUNA – About U (Album Review)

Forming out of the University of Southern California in 2013, Katie Gavin (vocals), Josette Maskin (guitar), and Naomi McPherson (guitar) would join forces to create the band known as MUNA. Meshing their influences ranging from Ska to Progressive Rock and Pop together, they self-released their debut ... Read More

Child Eater (Movie Review)

Based on the popular short film with the same name, Child Eater rolls into the North American market on DVD/VOD as of March 28th via MVD Entertainment Group. Produced by Wheelhouse Creative, the film is directed by Erlingur Óttar Thoroddsen (Patient Seven 2016, Rift 2017), a man whose ... Read More