MUSIC REVIEW: Smashing Satellites – SonicAluzion (A-Side) EP

Smashing Satellites
SonicAluzion (A-Side) EP
Aluzion Records

By: Nevra Azerkan
Rating:

[The Breakdown]

Canadian band, Smashing Satellites just released their debut EP, SonicAluzion (A-Side). and it is all kinds of awesome. I was first impressed with Smashing Satellites after watching their music video for “Hounds“, which I found to be so exciting and fun because of its strangeness. The coolest aspect of Smashing Satellites is that their music transcends genres. While most would categorize them strictly as alternative, there are also hints of pop-rock and electro that really make them stand apart. Not only are their visuals (see the EP cover above and the music video for “Hounds”) creative, but it is also shows in their music.

The EP is a roller coaster of emotions starting off with a bang with “Waterfall” and then goes to a more serious tone with “Taste of Fame” before bringing things back to solid ground with, “Hounds.” Each and every song on the EP is so descriptive and intense. At times the lyrics are angst filled, but yet they still manage to give an overwhelming feeling of empowerment. Smashing Satellites knew what they were doing in order to make a debut EP that would grab the attention of listeners.

So listen.

Full track listing: “Waterfall”, “Like A Feather”, “Calm Me Down”, “Taste Of Fame” and “Hounds.”
You can download the EP now via iTunes.

 

The Cab Release New EP, Lock Me Up

After what has seemed like forever, The Cab have finally released some new music–today. Their EP, Lock Me Up is available on iTunes now. To say that it is incredibly awesome would be down playing it because it is musical bliss. Is it too soon to be craving a new album?!?! Of course not!

Be sure to grab the new EP and you could meet the band. They are currently doing multiple Google hangout dates and if you live in Los Angeles, they are inviting 200 lucky fans who provide proof of purchase of Lock Me Up to a movie screening tomorrow. Visit their official Facebook page for more info.

CONCERT REVIEW: The Ready Set & Outasight [@TheReadySet / @Outasight]

The Ready Set & Outasight
Opening Act: 2AM Club, Master Shortie, Goldhouse and Kelsi Luck.
March 8, 2013
The Roxy
West Hollywood, CA

By: Nevra Azerkan

Rating: [The Breakdown]

The Ready Set and Outasight? I knew this was a show I would not want to miss and I was right. I missed most of the opening acts, but I was able to catch 2AM Club and they just got a new fan out of me. They are definitely an up and coming band you want to check out. However, it was The Ready Set that I was dying to see.