Reviews

Well-written, informative, and thoughtful reviews of all areas of entertainment. From new albums to new films and beyond, Cryptic Rock Magazine has music and film covered.

Blackberry Smoke – Find A Light (Album Review)

Avatar for Vito TanziVito TanziVito Tanzi

Guided by the light of grassroots Southern Rock, the good ole boys of Blackberry Smoke – Guitarist/Vocalist Charlie Starr, Guitarist Paul Jackson, Bassist Richard Turner, Drummer Britt Turner, and Keyboardist Brandon Still – are back by route of their sixth overall studio album, Find A Light, set ... Read More

4/20 Massacre (Movie Review)

Avatar for Tobias HildenbrandTobias HildenbrandTobias Hildenbrand

Slasher villains kill for many reasons. Some include they want to avenge the death of their mothers, extinguish their bloodline, or seek revenge for being burnt. Set for release on VOD and DVD Tuesday, April 3, 2018, through Film Chest, in 4/20 Massacre, the antagonist only tries ... Read More

Sweet Virginia (Movie Review)

Avatar for Connor WarrinerConnor WarrinerConnor Warriner

When tragedy strikes small towns, everyone is involved. Those kind of communities are closely knit by nature, but when there is calamity, the binding strings are drawn that much tighter. The small population holds each other up while heartache and confusion abound, but eventually the ... Read More

En Vogue – Electric Café (Album Review)

Avatar for Jeannie BlueJeannie BlueJeannie Blue

When it comes to all-female R&B/Pop vocal groups, En Vogue carry the trophy for superbly lush harmonies, deliciously crisp talents, and a fashion-forward, high-heeled kick to the eardrums. There is no messing with these funky divas, and after fourteen long years, the ladies return on ... Read More