more by Christopher John Treacy
[COMEDY] Weird Al Yankovic’s career is much more than a few amusing singles 30 years ago. He’s sold a shit-ton of records, won four out of 15 Grammy nominations, and—during the latter half of his career—diversified.
[INDIE] Lush and dreamy with pockets of rhythmic complexity, Mr. Twin Sister (formerly just Twin Sister) uses modern technology to create a soundscape that recalls the mellow, sax-infused feel of Cocteau Twins’ Victorialand.
[ROCK] Got too much time on your hands? 97 Rock is sponsoring the Western New York stop for this package tour as their annual Weenie Roast party, featuring headliners Def Leppard along with Styx and Tesla.
[COUNTRY] Big Dog Daddy’s fans have complained about the Dog’s thirst for booze and how that’s gotten in the way of his ability to sing his notorious good-time anthems during recent tours.
[INDIE] Touring in support of their latest EP, Colorize, out in April, New York City’s Gillian has never sounded more assured with its punchy blend of smart power pop and something just slightly sloppier, featuring an alternating co-ed vocal lead.