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You know what they say about the family that plays together. But what about the family that sings doo-wop together? It seems they not only stay together; they also...

Too many psychedelic bands spend too much time noodling — as if their chosen genre gives them an excuse to be undisciplined. Not these Germans. At least, not on...

Burnt Tapes send their regrets, Yves Jarvis introduces himself, Cass McCombs sings Juan's praises, Flight of the Conchords finally land and more in today's Roundup. Put on your business...

John Mellencamp does things his own way. Including cover tunes. And cover-tune compilations. The tellingly titled Other People's Stuff collects 10 covers from the past 25 years and a...

With Van Morrison, you take what you get. And you can like it or lump it; he doesn't give a good goddamn either way. That disregard (if not outright...

For my money, there are two sides to the dad-rock coin. First, there's the music your father listens to and loves. That might include everything from The White Album...

Here are the major album releases, TV appearances, anniversaries and other events coming up in the next seven days. Mark your calendars and pre-order your favourites — but don’t...

Most of the music I hear is sent to me by labels and publicists. But there's nothing like getting it straight from the source. Welcome to the latest instalment...

Pig wham it up, Children of Bodom cut the grass, Carnifex blaspheme, Grace Lachance sounds it out and more in today's Roundup. Is there still cake in the break...

These days, when the Grammy nominations are announced, I sigh with relief and think: Thank Ozzy I don't have to write about THAT anymore. Don't get me wrong: I didn't...

It's the same every year: The music business gradually shuts down for the year after U.S. Thanksgiving. And the late-night shows follow suit. If this week is any sign,...

Pop-punk icon and Buzzcocks singer-guitarist Pete Shelley has reportedly passed away from a suspected heart attack in Estonia at the age of 63. I won't bore you by regurgitating...

Coilguns unload, Living Hours hit the lake and Old Man Canyon gets set in today's Roundup. You're soaking in it! 1 Don't say Coilguns never gave you anything. And plenty...

Do you hear what I hear? That's right, it's time for the annual Christmas music onslaught. Which means it's also time for people to clutch their pearls and get...

Micah P. Hinson clearly knows the value of a good title. And how to write one. The southern gothic singer-songwriter's latest album comes with a real corker: When I...