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The Walking Dead “Too Far Gone” Episode 8 Mid-season Finale (Review)

Ryan McEvoyRyan McEvoyDecember 6, 2013

There is no shortage of things to talk about after this Sunday’s exhilarating episode of The Walking Dead titled “Too Far Gone”. Picking up shortly after we saw The Governor holding his pistol at Michonne the viewers witness the capturing of Michonne and Hershel, and ... Read More

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Northlane – Singularity (Album review)

Emma GuidoEmma GuidoDecember 6, 2013

When the genre of “metalcore” is brought up, the bands involved usually are pigeonholed into one specific sound. Northlane’s sophomore album, Singularity, has broken from this generic idea and created a record with a refreshing take on their music. The Australian band was formed back ... Read More

Dance Gavin Dance – Acceptance Speech (Album review)

Emma GuidoEmma GuidoDecember 6, 2013

Dance Gavin Dance has been showcasing their unique sound in the post-hardcore music genre since 2005. The band’s members currently include Jon Mess (unclean vocals), Matt Mingus (drums), Will Swan (guitar), Tim Feerick (bass), Josh Benton (guitar), and Tillian Pearson (clean vocals). Many would think ... Read More

Tad Morose – Revenant (album review)

Zenae ZukowskiZenae ZukowskiDecember 5, 2013

After a 10 year hiatus and a significant lineup change, the Swedish Progressive/Power Metal band, Tad Morose is back…with a vengeance! They have hit a lot of turning points since their original formation in the early 90’s. With seven prior albums under their belt, they ... Read More

Oldboy (movie review)

Mindy GanzMindy GanzDecember 5, 2013

Although most movie remakes are nowhere near as fantastic as the original, we all still want to give them a chance to prove us wrong. Whether it is to see if the storyline was kept the same or if the remake was a fresh interpretation. ... Read More

Crossfaith – Apocalyze (Album Review)

Emma GuidoEmma GuidoDecember 5, 2013

Being Crossfaith’s third full-length album, the release of Apocalyze is an important moment in their careers. Crossfaith is a metalcore/electronicore band from Osaka, Japan and have been livening the rock scene with their hardcore sound and party vibe since 2006. The members: Ikegawa Hiroki (bass), ... Read More

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