The Secret Society of the Sonic Six was one of Los Angeles’ greatest bands. They were something like a jitter-funk version of Tuxedomoon and early Yello with the foundation of a hip B-movie soundtrack vibe. They were stunning onstage, and I really do hope that they start playing again.
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JOHN 3:16 & EISENLAGER – De Lumière et d’Obscurité
This will be a tough one to review, I’m afraid. Mind you, it’s not about the music, which is stellar as our dear friend JOHN 3:16’s hellscapes never disappoint, nor the elegantly rhythmic grooves of EISENLAGER, who pairs magnificently well with Philippe Gerber’s lush compositions. This EP is more to Continue Reading
JOHN 3:16 – Because I could Not Stop for Death...
Because I could Not Stop for Death... is a quote from poet Emily Dickinson, and listening to JOHN 3:16 interpret it is a pleasant experience, as the music on this one-track single is sweeping and cinematic, a touch different from his other work.