Yes Virginia, There is Metal in Connecticut: One Virginia Dude’s Ode to Nightbitch and the CT Metal Scene

Editor’s Note: Virginia-by-way-of-Connecticut metalhead Mike Wilcox, a.k.a. “Vest Bro” to Alternative Control readers, recently began writing for a well-respected music blog.  Imagine his surprise and delight to see a band from his ol’ home state on the the review list: Nightbitch.  Mike’s editor decided not to run the short piece he wrote because there was… Continue reading Yes Virginia, There is Metal in Connecticut: One Virginia Dude’s Ode to Nightbitch and the CT Metal Scene

BernFest Epic Debate Party, Saturday December 19th at Seaside Tavern

By Nina Sherwood Saturday December 19th, get your buns down to Seaside Tavern in Stamford to watch the Democratic Primary Debate!  It’s no secret who we’re rooting for… From live music to voter registration and even a Bernie photo booth, this event truly has something for everyone! The main event, the democratic debate, will be… Continue reading BernFest Epic Debate Party, Saturday December 19th at Seaside Tavern

Band Interview: Chris Bull of Tides of Sulfur

By Jeff McCarthy I had a chance to catch up with bassist and vocalist Chris Bull from Welsh sludge band Tides of Sulfur about the progression of the band and their upcoming releases.  Here is what he had to say: Spewed from the emptiness of a black hole in late 2011, Tides Of Sulfur began writing songs… Continue reading Band Interview: Chris Bull of Tides of Sulfur

#UnoccupyTheMall with Mad Hatter & Company of Southbury

By Jillian Lyons In June of 2015, Mad Hatter & Company opened its doors to their Southbury location in Bennett Square. This three-room co­operative boutique is home to nine women-run small businesses and several independent brands. It boasts everything from handmade to vintage, home decor, and children’s items as well as indie fashion and accessories.… Continue reading #UnoccupyTheMall with Mad Hatter & Company of Southbury

#UnoccupyTheMall, 2015 Edition

By Jessie May, Cie Grant Cahn, and The Headbanging Hostess The holidays bring both joy and stress to many of us — but Alternative Control can at least take some stress out of your seasonal shopping!  Here are a few suggestions for funky, tasty, and memorable gifts that will have your friends and relatives smiling… Continue reading #UnoccupyTheMall, 2015 Edition

Journey to the End… Of the Show?

By Jessie May, Matt Mullarkey, and Christopher Baldwin If you’re friends with local musicians on Facebook, your news feed is probably filled with posts about “coming early and staying late” and “supporting all the bands.” But how many bands actually live by what they post? Alternative Control writers are often in the audience at local… Continue reading Journey to the End… Of the Show?

Don’t Sell Yourself Short: An Interview with One-Eyed Doll, 10/4/15

by Jim Clegg Austin metal/punk duo One-Eyed Doll is in the middle of a tour supporting their new release Witches, a concept album based on the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials.  Singer and guitarist Kimberly Freeman (who’s been featured as Revolver Magazine’s Hottest Chick in Hard Rock in 2011 and 2012) and drummer/producer Jason “Junior”… Continue reading Don’t Sell Yourself Short: An Interview with One-Eyed Doll, 10/4/15