Brooklyn-based rock outfit Lord Sonny the Unifier has recently released a video for lead single “The Starman” off the upcoming album FINAL NOTICE! (The all-caps and exclamation point are part of the album title.) The protagonist of the video, represented by Lord Sonny guitarist and frontman Greg Jiritano, arrives on Earth from parts unknown, finds a white… Continue reading AltCtrlToob Video Review: “The Starman” by Lord Sonny the Unifier
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AltCtrlToob Video Premiere: Auditory Armory Covers Type O Negative’s “Love You To Death”
Florida alternative metal band Auditory Armory pays homage to their influences with a thoughtfully produced interpretation of Type O Negative’s “Love You To Death.” Their black and white version takes cues from the imagery in original song’s video, but notably replaces the heavy metal love scenes with shots of vocalist April Rose singing at the door… Continue reading AltCtrlToob Video Premiere: Auditory Armory Covers Type O Negative’s “Love You To Death”
AltCtrlToob: Getting in the Season with Arden & the Wolves’ Take on “Mary, Did You Know?”
The modern Christmas classic “Mary, Did You Know?” was originally recorded by Christian singer Michael English in 1991. Since then, the song has been covered many times — notably by Clay Aiken, Pentatonix, and Wynonna Judd and Kenny Rogers performing a duet version. The latest band to put their own spin on it is LA… Continue reading AltCtrlToob: Getting in the Season with Arden & the Wolves’ Take on “Mary, Did You Know?”
AltCtrlToob Video Feature: Paul Maged’s “The Resistance”
New York rocker Paul Maged released his single “The Resistance” on November 5th, 2018 — fittingly the day before Election Day. The song will be part of an upcoming 2019 EP, but was released in advance due to its timely nature. However, “The Resistance” may not turn out to be the anthem that Maged intends.… Continue reading AltCtrlToob Video Feature: Paul Maged’s “The Resistance”
AltCtrlToob Video Feature: The Velvoids “Absolutely Nothing”
Athens rock duo The Velvoids have made a video for their serene 70s-inspired tune “Absolutely Nothing.” It features lone skiers and snowboarders in the mountains, finally coming home to a crackling fire. The song’s strengths are in its vocal harmonies and delicate piano lines, but at first glance it was unclear how the skiers or… Continue reading AltCtrlToob Video Feature: The Velvoids “Absolutely Nothing”
AltCtrlToob Video Feature: Post Death Soundtrack’s “Chosen Sons”
Described as “sardonic trudge-hop,” Post Death Soundtrack offers up a video for the lead single “Chosen Sons” from their upcoming album of the same title. This Bowie-meets-Manson track is a commentary on extremist groups; composer Steve Moore “temporarily place(s) himself in the shoes of one of these misguided soldiers (and) investigates with biting sarcasm the… Continue reading AltCtrlToob Video Feature: Post Death Soundtrack’s “Chosen Sons”
AltCtrlToob Video Review: “On Fire” by EverIgnite
If you’re looking for pop rock, EverIgnite is your new favorite band. This Denver quartet just released their debut album Shift on September 28, 2018, and are ready to tour the country in a blaze of glory. The featured single “On Fire” (ignite, on fire, get it???) is a hooky melange of harmonized vocals and… Continue reading AltCtrlToob Video Review: “On Fire” by EverIgnite