In Retrospect
Fall Out Boy and the Lyrical Callbacks Throughout their Discography: An Analysis
Consisting of a quartet proudly from Chicago, Fall Out Boy rose from the punk and hardcore scene in 2001. For the first half of the band’s career, bassist Pete Wentz wrote the song’s lyrics. Even today, after learning to share significantly more creative control as a lyricist, primarily with lead singer Patrick Stump, Fall Out Boy’s discography has a distinctly ‘Pete’ sound.
Celebrating 7 Years of Andy Shauf’s ‘The Party’
An ode to Andy Shauf’s concept album “The Party.” A timeless album on the very genuine human experience of attending a party and unrequited love interests.
Senses Fail Celebrate the Anniversary of ‘Life Is Not a Waiting Room’ at White Oak Music Hall
“We cannot wait for the things in our life to happen the way we want them to in order to do the things we want,” yelled Senses Fail frontman Buddy Nielson into the crowd. “Do not wait for the perfect conditions, because they don't exist. There's no perfect time to have a kid, to change your job, to move, to say 'I love you to someone. There's no perfect time, it's never going to be a time because life is not a waiting room.”
20 Years Later: ‘Sleeping With Ghosts’ by Placebo
Released in 2003, "Sleeping with Ghosts" is the fourth studio album by the English alternative rock band Placebo. The album features a variety of themes in its songs, often dealing with personal emotions, relationships, and struggles.
Artist Highlight: Pop-Rock Band Wild Party Has Always Been Here to Stay
San Antonio based band Wild Party formed in 2009 and remain one of the most underrated bands in the indie-pop/rock scene.
A Year Later: Japanese Breakfast’s Video Game Soundtrack “Sable”
The one year anniversary of Japanese Breakfast’s ambient soundtrack produced for Shredwork’s exploration and adventure video game “Sable”.
Best Coast Celebrates Two Album Anniversaries at the Ford in Los Angeles
Alternative duo Best Coast, celebrated the anniversaries of their first two albums Crazy for You and The Only Place with two sold-out shows at the Ford in their hometown of Los Angeles, California.
One Year Down – Off Record Blog Celebrates One Year Anniversary
I know – we also can't fathom the fact that Off Record Blog is a year-old already. In order to celebrate our publication's first birthday, here is a quick glimpse of some of our best accomplishments thus far.
Kimbra’s SNAPPY Debut ALBUM “Vows” turns 10
The New Zealand singer Kimbra brings her own unique touch to the pop-genre with her ubiquitous musical range and daring vocals in her debut album Vows.