Music Reviews

In-depth, thoughtful, well-written reviews of a broad spectrum of music. Everything from Rock-n-Roll, Heavy Metal, and Pop to Hip Hop and Blues is covered on Cryptic Rock Magazine.

Black Stone Cherry – Black to Blues (EP Review)

Paying homage to their Blues roots, Hard Rockers Black Stone Cherry are set to release their new 6 track EP, entitled Black to Blues. Coming September 29, 2017, via Mascot Records, Black to Blues comes a year following their 2016 full-length album Kentucky. Both recorded at David Barrick’s Barrick Recording, and produced by Black ... Read More

Tetrarch – Freak (Album Review)

Do you get behind a band that celebrates individuality, intelligence, all while embracing the Do-it-yourself spirit? If so, Tetrarch just might be for you and their upcoming full-length debut, self-released album, entitled Freak, attacks an eardrum near on Friday, September 29, 2017. Self-proclaimed “Nu Metalcore,” Tetrarch’s influences ... Read More

The Script – Freedom Child (Album Review)

With roots that date back to childhood, The Script’s Danny O’Donoghue (lead vocals/piano) and Mark Sheehan (guitar/vocals) have a rich musical history together. Joining up with Drummer Glen Power, working hard and finding their identity, the band hit number one in their homeland of Ireland ... Read More