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

Second Annual BEER CONN Comes to Bridgeport December 12th

“I remember the time before I knew what craft beer was. I remember when the first friends of mine got into it and I didn’t get it. I remember the day I got over Sam Adams. Eventually the craft beer wave got big enough and it swept me in too. Craft beer is delicious, and… Continue reading Second Annual BEER CONN Comes to Bridgeport December 12th

Whatchu Know ‘Bout Piss-Yellow Cassette Tapes? An Interview with Jeff McCarthy of Against All Odds Productions

Jeff McCarthy of Against All Odds Productions has been writing a bit for us over the past year.  This week, he and I “sat down” via email to talk about some of the bands he’s working with and their releases.  Here is what he had to say about Know Nothing, Fistula, and Meth Drinker among… Continue reading Whatchu Know ‘Bout Piss-Yellow Cassette Tapes? An Interview with Jeff McCarthy of Against All Odds Productions

#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

Coming Soon: Jesse’s Birthday/Halloween Bash — 10/23 at Cherry Street Station, Wallingford, CT

If there’s one thing that gets people out to a show, it’s someone’s birthday — and if there’s another thing, it’s Halloween.  Local vocalist and Posidemic ‘Ntertainment founder Jesse James will have the best of both worlds on 10/23 at Cherry Street Station in Wallingford.  Says Jesse, “I have no clue what’s in store for me,… Continue reading Coming Soon: Jesse’s Birthday/Halloween Bash — 10/23 at Cherry Street Station, Wallingford, CT

When All You’ve Got is a Hammer: A Review of Bedroom Rehab Corporation’s Fortunate Some

Bedroom Rehab Corporation -- photo by Sheree Sirpenski Photography.

This eastern Connecticut band knows a thing or two about using your tools in every way possible.  The doom rock duo, comprised of Adam Wujtewicz on bass and vocals and Meghan Killimade on drums, will put out their EP Fortunate Some on October 3, 2015.  Their second official studio release, these four songs represent Bedroom… Continue reading When All You’ve Got is a Hammer: A Review of Bedroom Rehab Corporation’s Fortunate Some