Various ArtistsWhat’s Shakin’Elektra/Collector’s Music Various ArtistsGreat Lost Elektra Singles, Vol. 1Elektra/Collector’s MusicBy David Chiu For those who love rock and … Continue reading CD Review: What’s Shakin’/Great Lost Elektra Singles

The FilmsEPFilter U.S. Recordings MagnetThe TourniquetFilter U.S. RecordingsBy David Chiu Two promising bands are emerging onto the scene, albeit their … Continue reading CD Review: The Films and Magnet

The StrokesFirst Impression of EarthRCABy David Chiu Having gotten the anticipated second album out of their way, the Strokes return … Continue reading CD Review: The Strokes

Various ArtistsOriginal Irish Tenors: The Legendary Voices of Celtic SongColumbia/LegacyBy David Chiu There was several great Irish tenors way before … Continue reading CD Review: Original Irish Tenors

MorningwoodMorningwoodCapitol By David Chiu The name is a dead giveaway of what the band is about. While the music is … Continue reading CD Review: Morningwood

Crosby, Stills & NashCrosby, Stills & NashAtlantic/RhinoBy David Chiu This 1969 debut by three guys who previously came from successful … Continue reading CD Review: Crosby, Stills & Nash

Half-Handed CloudHalos and LassosAsthmatic KittyBy David Chiu It is no surprise upon hearing Half-Handed Cloud’s album that there is a … Continue reading CD Review: Half-Handed Cloud

Richard ButlerRichard ButlerKochBy David Chiu For those expecting Richard Butler’s solo album to sound anything like his work in the … Continue reading CD Review: Richard Butler

Isobel Campbell and Mark LaneganBallad of the Broken SeasV2 If you had to put a visual representation to this unlikely … Continue reading CD Review: Isobel Campbell