Deafheaven: New Bermuda [Album Review]

Deafheaven New Bermuda ANTI- Records [2015] Fire Note Says: Deafheaven refuse to buckle under the weight of expectations. Album Review: So what does a young, up-and-coming band do after releasing one of the most critically acclaimed albums of the decade? Do they expand on all the things people found so intriguing about them in the … Read more

2014 MidPoint Music Festival Recap [Concert Review]

Cincinnati’s MidPoint Music Festival was once again a success this year with another solid lineup. I will be the first to admit that when I initially scanned the 150 plus bands I didn’t think the offerings were quite as good as last year but after attending, I would say MPMF did alright! From better venues, … Read more

10 Rock n Roll Artists Not To Miss at the MidPoint Music Festival: Sept 25-27

So far, we have covered indie-folk, indie artists and now for our final spotlight installment on the MidPoint Music Festival – Rock n Roll! I know this is all some festival goers will want to see, hear and live so below you will find 10 artists that will be perfect for beer chugging, head rocking … Read more

Destruction Unit announces dates with Parquet Courts & Deafheaven

Destruction Unit, in many different forms, toured for almost the entirety of 2013. As fast as they came home the band is ready to start yet another tour. The first of the dates will be with Parquet Courts and then they split off on their own for a bit before meeting up with Deafheaven for … Read more

Deafheaven: Sunbather [Album Review]

Deafheaven Sunbather Deathwish Inc. [2013] Fire Note Says: The most hyped metal album in years lives up to its over-sized ambition. Album Review: From Stereogum’s Album Of The Week designation to Pitchfork’s Best New Music tag, Deafheaven’s sophomore album, Sunbather, has certainly been getting a lot of attention in the indie music blogosphere. Some have … Read more