Journal of Sorrows: A Review of Saor’s Forgotten Paths

Saor is the folk/black metal one-man band of Scottish musician Andy Marshall. It seems to be quite the labor of love considering the quantity and quality of his work since 2013. Forgotten Paths is the fourth full-length documentation of his Scottish heritage, featuring long suites of poetry and extremity with an emphasis on nature and… Continue reading Journal of Sorrows: A Review of Saor’s Forgotten Paths

VOLUME DOOM Track Premiere: “Plague, Take Me” by LOW MOMENTS

Low Moments band meeting -- photo by Matty Thrash Photography.

How many bands is that guy Charlie really in??  Alternative Control talks with this fixture of the eastern Connecticut metal scene to get to the bottom of many pressing questions…  But first, have a listen to “Plague, Take Me,” the debut single from one of Charlie’s many bands Low Moments. This is in fact a high point on our… Continue reading VOLUME DOOM Track Premiere: “Plague, Take Me” by LOW MOMENTS

NERD TALK with MOTHS

Following a run of performances in the mainland US earlier this month, Puerto Rican metallers Moths are back to work writing and recording their next release — but they still found time for a little nerd talkin’ with Alternative Control.  From Tarantino to Rowling, the editor suspects readers will find some tastes in common with this… Continue reading NERD TALK with MOTHS

NERD TALK with DUST PROPHET

Hailing from Manchester, New Hampshire, apocalyptic stoner rockers Dust Prophet came together in 2018 as the project of longtime friends and musical collaborators Sarah Wappler and Otto Kinzel.  Soon joined by fellow scene veterans Heather Lynn and Marc Brennan, the band shifted into high gear writing music — and some of that music will be featured on Alternative Control’s upcoming compilation, Volume Doom… Continue reading NERD TALK with DUST PROPHET

Proof of Ownership – A Review of Gramma Vedetta’s Proof of Concept

Engaging and successful music comes in two forms for me. A few artists have the drive to try new things and experiment with new sounds. The new Xiu Xiu album I just reviewed is something I’ve never heard before. It was delightful to listen to because it was a surprising and unconventional adventure. Then there’s… Continue reading Proof of Ownership – A Review of Gramma Vedetta’s Proof of Concept

Explicit Content: A Review of Xiu Xiu’s Girl with Basket of Fruit

It’s a rare thing to come across something completely unfamiliar in modern music. Some would claim that the golden age of musical exploration is behind us — the 60s through the 90s. Every kind of music possible has already been found and done, and now groups are doomed to constantly recycle old styles. Some critics… Continue reading Explicit Content: A Review of Xiu Xiu’s Girl with Basket of Fruit

Aneurysm Brings Their Noisy Punk Attack To Waterbury

Boston noise punks Aneurysm lay down a chaotic yet melodic racket on their recently released debut album, Awareness. While it draws on the greats like Nirvana and the Jesus Lizard, they add a dash of punk urgency and gritty rock n roll to the proceedings to create a sound all their own. This is self evident… Continue reading Aneurysm Brings Their Noisy Punk Attack To Waterbury