The Fresh & Onlys Early Years Anthology Castle Face Records [2015] Fire Drill Album Review: It is crazy to think what gets left on the cutting room floor when a record is released. This early year’s collection from The Fresh & Onlys is a prime example, as I can’t believe none of the 12 tracks … Read more
Castle Face always does a nice job of filling your vinyl needs and the latest from the excellent Live in San Francisco series has arrived. Minneapolis’ The Blind Shake is the next offering in the series and it sure to tear your speakers up! The first pressing is available in limited Ultra clear vinyl plus … Read more
The Fresh & Onlys House Of Spirits Mexican Summer [2014] Fire Note Says: House of Spirits wanders a bit, but finds its footing in solid songwriting and production. Album Review: The Fresh & Onlys are a four-piece out of San Francisco, and while the band is often pigeon-holed as a “psychedelic” outfit who are part … Read more
#50 Nada Surf The Stars Are Indifferent To Astronomy Barsuk Records [2012] The combining of Nada Surf’s focus with their high spirits made The Stars Are Indifferent To Astronomy one of the most optimistic records the band has released to date. The same confidence that has been with band over the years felt even stronger … Read more
The Fresh & Onlys Long Slow Dance Mexican Summer Records [2012] Fire Note Says: The Fresh & Onlys continue their musical progression and create one of their most engaging records to date! Album Review: Does anyone remember the phrase “artist development”? Probably not too many people in the days of streaming, iTunes singles and the … Read more