Kendall McCabe

By Betsey Richard In daring to make another record after the heart-wrenching album, Hospice (released August 2009), it is an understatement to say that the Brooklyn band, The Antlers, had a challenging task ahead of them. It is safe to say, however, that their newest album, Burst Apart (released May 10, 2011) will meet most fans’ desires. Though lead singer Peter Silberman has stated in interviews that he does not want his band to be pigeonholed under the label “sad,” there can be no denying that this album’s beginning is quite cynical, anxious, and overtly negative. In fact, most of … Continued

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By Kendall McCabe The Baltimore, Maryland-based duo Wye Oak has learned a lot in their five years as a band. The most important lesson: when to rein in their explosive talent, and when to let it all loose. Jenn Wasner is a truly impressive guitarist with an embellished technique all her own. Her vocals are equally extraordinary— she confidently navigates her expansive range on each track with a likable drawl. Meanwhile, her counterpart Andy Stack plays keys with the left hand while he drums with his right hand and his feet. For Wasner and Stack, Civilian has a newfound smartness … Continued

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