As if sensing my growing doubt that anyone can rock as hard as Ted Leo, The Poison Control Center took to the stage at Schubas last night and unleashed a ferocious set that started loud and fast and never let up. Not a surprise if you’ve ever seen the band before. This show was number 259 or 260 of their neverending tour that started about … Continue reading The Poison Control Center at Schubas 7/27/11
Hopefully by now you’ve had a chance to check out the songs that have been released from this album. The first single, “Torpedoes on Tuesday” is a great introduction to this record (probably why it’s also the lead track). “Dracula’s Casket” is a fun smack in the face that comes in just under 2 minutes. And of course the third track is the one that … Continue reading The Poison Control Center-Stranger Ballet
I have a problem with reviewing singles. Generally, the reason a single is chosen comes from a band or label deciding it is the most crowd-pleasing song. One that will get fans excited and bring people to the shows and buying the album. What I find more often that not is that my favorite songs on albums by my favorite artists are rarely, if ever, … Continue reading Rabble Rabble-Why Not
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