“Indie Rock” Reviews

Monkey Hearts is better produced than Pony Express’s previous work.

If you’ve heard all of the hype about this group, and are wondering where to start, this isn’t the place.

Did I mention Farquar Muckenfuss is a psychotic surf band from the depths of some hidden, secret laboratory?

My less-informed-than-some view is that Yo La Tengo are steadily getting more subtle, more heady, and better with age.

Honest, relaxed indie-pop that might be a little innocuous at times but still comes off as solid and heartfelt.

Ho-hum, flat, and even downright dull at times

If you come to this album looking for another quick new wave fix, you might be a little disappointed.

Royal captures the beautiful sound found in well-done emo and leaves you with elegant melodies.

Each track blends into the other, providing constant music for dancing.

The Elevator Division’s music is rife with atmosphere, but it’s tempered by the edge the band brings to their songwriting.

There are some hints of Tortoise’s more relaxed jams, but without the art-school edge.