July 27, 2020
Bandcamp vs. Spotify: Which is Better?
This one is a no-brainer for underground bands: bandcamp offers the best opportunity to create revenue by selling music and merch directly to your fans. …
July 22, 2020
Listening Lately: Brimstone Coven, Khemmis, and Slow Draw
I belong to a dying breed of music listeners that still burns CDs and plays them in the car. Here’s what’s been in rotation this…
July 20, 2020
Alternative Control is on Patreon — But Why?
That’s right, the blog — or rather, “Jessie May on the Web” — launched a Patreon last week! This subscription crowdfunding platform is becoming more…
July 17, 2020
AltCtrlToob Video Premiere: BONE CHURCH Sits Down with Charlie Platteborze
Connecticut doom rockers Bone Church sat down at Altones last month with Charlie Platteborze to chat about how the band got started, their relationship with…
July 16, 2020
Track Premiere: “Stone” by The Hawkins
Another group of Swedish retro rockers on The Sign Records, The Hawkins turn it up to Eleven with vocal harmonies, guitar acrobatics, and a fun-loving…
July 15, 2020
Album Review: Fear by Valkyrie (July 24th, Relapse)
My propensity for writing introductions has declined in old age, so let’s just launch right into it… Virginia rockers Valkyrie are releasing their fourth album…
July 14, 2020
Fetch vs. Ibotta: Which Grocery Cash Back App is Better?
They say there’s no such thing as a free lunch — but with grocery cash back apps like Fetch and Ibotta, you can at least…