On the latest album by Anika, the British chanteuse laments the fixation on social media and overstimulation that appeared trendy—and friendly—at first but now seems like an inescapable albatross. Read my quick review of the record for Treble.
Archive for the Album Reviews Category
Anika’s ‘Abyss’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Anika on 04/04/2025 by Kurt OrzeckSpellling’s ‘Portrait of My Heart’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Chrystia Cabral, Spellling on 03/29/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
Yes, you’re reading that right: Spellling with three Ls. Smile at it or not, there’s no mistaking the greatness of Bay Area singer/songwriter Chrystia Cabral’s first work in four years. Read my quickie review via Treble.
Perfume Genius’ ‘Glory’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Perfume Genius on 03/29/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
My Treble synopsis is right there in the title of the newest album by singer Mike Hadreas: It’s Perfume Genius in all its glory.
Sam Akpro’s ‘Evenfall’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Sam Akpro on 03/28/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
Nary a dull moment is to be found on the first foray into full-length-dom by London’s Sam Akpro, whose attempt to make sense of an overstimulated world is entrancing, rich and mysterious from start to finish. Read my full review courtesy of Treble.
Young Widows’ ‘Power Sucker’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Young Widows on 03/22/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
Louisville noise-rock trio Young Widows sound catchier than ever on their latest LP, Power Sucker. Read my brief review on Treble.
Spiritworld’s ‘Helldorado’: Two Cent Album Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Spiritworld on 03/22/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
“Reverend Horton Heat one moment, the next second Slayer.” Read my short-and-sweet review of Helldorado, the new album by Las Vegas outlaws Spiritworld, via Treble.
Venamoris’ ‘To Cross or to Burn’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Dave Lombardo, Slayer, Venamoris on 03/21/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
Venamoris–anchored by revered ex-Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo and his wife–formed in 2021 and have released a handful of releases since then. But none hold a candle to their latest, gripping foray, To Cross or to Burn, which drops today on Ipecac. Read my full review on Treble.
Two Cent Review: Tim Hecker’s ‘Shards’
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews on 03/16/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
Tim Hecker’s ephemeral EP feels like a placid segue from 2023’s No Highs, even if it largely just serves to chronicle the ambient composer’s recent film and TV work. Go here to read my review for FLOOD.
Sanhedrin’s ‘Heat Lightning’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Sanhedrin on 03/15/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
Don’t miss my Treble take on Sanhedrin’s latest LP, Heat Lightning, which captures the band in all its trad-metal splendor.
Courting’s ‘Lust for Life’: Two Cent Review
Posted in Album Reviews, Reviews with tags Courting on 03/15/2025 by Kurt Orzeck
Check out my review of the third record by electro-fied Liverpool trio courtesy of Treble.
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