How the 10 songs that comprise Desolë are generally catchy is what makes this record a true marvel; it’s like watching a knuckleball thrown by a baseball pitcher circle about as if it’s lost its target, only to land smack-dab in the catcher’s glove. It takes mastery to make order out of chaos, and with Desolë, Umlaut earns that distinction. Read my Treble review.
Melbourne-based rock-meets-electronic group Umlaut are diving headfirst into a new chapter—one forged in chemistry, intuition, and a shared love of unpredictability. Along for the ride this time around is Danny Heifetz, formerly of Mr. Bungle. Read my interview with Umlaut on New Noise.
1. Mors Principium Est – Seven (AFM)
2. Eternal Champion – Ravening Iron (No Remorse) Continue reading
In light of the 1999 Duane Denison interview and Jesus Lizard trivia labyrinth that have recently been posted in these parts, here’s another vintage conversation with the guitarist, along with Tomahawk bandmate Mike Patton. Continue reading
The Bad Penny (beta) 