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Stellarscope interview: urban space soundscapes

08 Tuesday Nov 2011

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Dark and spacey, Stellarscope is set to release a self titled album November 25, 2011.  Influenced by such bands as My Bloody Valentine, Radiohead, Pink Floyd, and Jesus and Mary Chain, Stellarscope creates textured soundscapes grounded with intense vocal conviction.

Together since 1995, this Philadelphia band is comprised of Tom Lugo (vocal/ Guitar/ fx/ samples/ programming), Rob DeFlaviis (bass/ keys) and Bob Forman (drums/ percussion).  Stellarscope has played venues throughout America’s East Coast and also Canada.  Their songs have appeared on several programs, as well as various worldwide compilations and tribute albums. Tom Lugo spoke with Resonance about Stellarscope’s journey coming full circle and what we can anticipate with the new dawn. Continue reading »

Ruiz Interview: hard rock philosophies

13 Thursday Oct 2011

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In this internet age, we are connected instantly to people around the globe.  Yet are we connected to our own selves?  We have access to ideas from every philosophy, but do we have any direction?  In a commercial age overrun by consumerism, how can we tap into creativity?
Ruiz addresses these issues through hard rock music.

With their homeland in the Central European country of Croatia, a country just east of Italy across the Adriatic Sea, this band brings a unique perspective from the philosophical roots of nearby Greece.
Playing as a trio since 2007, Ruiz is comprised of Tomislav Šnidarić (lead vocals, guitar), Marko Kalčić (vocals, bass) and Janko Kezele (vocals, drums).  Their 2009 debut, ‘Erupt!’ featured new wave beats and groovy bass notes set to casually themed catchy tunes.  Progressing in their musical abilities, Ruiz put forth two 2011 releases, both for Geenger Records.  The first was a 4-track EP titled, ‘Draw the Line Never a Square.’  The second was ‘Radio Revolution,’ an album that calls society not so much to revolt but moreso to return to the roots of inter-connection and identity.
Lead singer Tomislav “Tome” spoke to Resonance about Ruiz’ recent releases and  the music’s commentary regarding societal issues today. Continue reading »

The Only Ocean: ‘Kaleidoscopic’ EP — juvy grunge punk

30 Tuesday Aug 2011

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Grungy post-punk with a bit of emo, The Only Ocean from Lompoc, CA released their debut EP ‘Kaleidoscopic,’ April 18, 2011.  Playing since highschool, the members are Wesley Hill (Guitar, Vocals), Dustin Whalen (Lead Guitar), Alex Burdess (Bass), and Shae Kakos (Drums).

Exploding with the heart-thumping realization of being haunted, The Only Ocean takes off.  “Those Ghosts” have The Only Ocean running, but not wild.  The punkish rambling in this opening track is tempered by statements of not fulfilling your expectations regarding the typical fight/flight reaction:  “I’m not gonna get mad and lash out in anger.  I’m not gonna get sad and break down and cry.”  They will play to their own tune, not to your expectations, but you may ultimately appreciate their individuality. Continue reading »

Otan Vargas interview: rainy day grunge

21 Thursday Jul 2011

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Perhaps because I live in one of the top rainiest cities of America, I find myself quite often flipping through radio stations only to recall the statement on my vehicle’s back window: I’d Rather Be Listening to Otan Vargas.  Vargas’ debut, released at year’s end, 2009, is a well crafted acoustic grunge album which I find is best suited for rainy days.

Somber and achingly honest, Alone examines angles of solitude while revealing a ray of hope.  Preparing a new EP, Otan Vargas spoke to Resonance about living his dream as a musician in America.

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