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Public Image Ltd. – End of World (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 13, 2023

In the modern world it seems as if you get more of the same everywhere you turn. A time where groupthink has dominated every aspect of culture, thankfully there are still some free thinkers daring to challenge the narrative. Among those would have to be ... Read More

The Damned – Darkadelic (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 13, 2023

With a history that dates back to 1976, The Damned are one of England’s most influential bands. Initially a Punk Rock act, songs like 77’s “Neat Neat Neat” are forever engraved in the fabric of the scene, but it really was just the beginning of ... Read More

Zebrahead – II (EP Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockOctober 8, 2023

Back in the late ‘90s Pop Punk was a prime commodity. Bands like Blink-182, Sum 41, New Found Glory, and Green Day were dominating the mainstream music world. Then came something a bit different, and their name was Zebrahead. Formed in 1996, Zebrahead was unique ... Read More

Interview – Teri Gender Bender

CrypticRockCrypticRockJune 15, 2023

Teri Gender Bender is a name many probably recognize as the founding member, lead singer, and guitarist of Le Butcherettes. Formed over fifteen years ago, Teri has not only stood out with Le Butcherettes, but also with her wide array of other projects. In fact, ... Read More

Violent Femmes – Violent Femmes (40th Anniversary Picture LP Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockMay 18, 2023

There is no question that the 1980s was a magical time for music. It was a time where you Marvin Gaye and Quiet Riot could sit next to one another on the Billboard charts, yet no one would bat an eye. It was a time ... Read More

Interview – Glen Matlock

CrypticRockCrypticRockApril 27, 2023

Life is clearly unpredictable. No one knows what tomorrow will bring, and even the best laid plans never seem to pan out exactly as expected. Beginning while only a teenager, Glen Matlock would find himself joining up with a unique bunch of fellows who would ... Read More

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