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September 24, 2014

Sariah’s Latest Single “Aware, Alive, Awake”

This is definitely what I thought I would listen to. Sariah’s name is very sophisticated, along with her image and it was strange hearing a sound that didn’t match that. Instead of getting a smoker’s lounge feel like I thought, I got a very poppy sound. It seems almost too immature for Sariah and doesn’t fit her. I was intrigued during the intro because I thought she was going to put an electro spin on classical or older music but that wasn’t the case. Sariah has a great voice and I feel like it’s better suited for standards or other older, timeless genres.

-April B.

Listen to “Aware, Alive, Awake” via SoundCloud below:

September 24, 2014September 24, 2014

MOXXI’s “From Here to Oblivion”

I honestly don’t know what to say about Moxxi but I’m gonna try anyways. First off the intro was cool but too muddled, if it was the exact same intro but cleaner I would’ve gotten into the song a lot more. I was taken by surprise when Moxxi started singing. I wasn’t expecting to hear some lyrics from another song in this one or the pop feel. But I can say that the familiarity of the lyrics from a different song helped me get into the song and the chorus was also very nice. It’s got a strong driving tempo and doesn’t slow down. The only part it really lost me was the brief time when it was slowed down and the very end. The end felt kindle jangly and it didn’t fit right. For the most part, however, I did enjoy Moxxi and I think any pop/retro fans will as well.
-April B.

Sadly the link to the “From Here to Oblivion” audio and YouTube video are private and we can’t share that with you.

September 22, 2014

Ep 16 ComicPop Rockin’ in the Dirt with Erica Perry

Join April, Luis, and Richard as they review and discuss Erica Perry’s Wandering Daisy album. Thank you to Tami Millspaugh, from Texas Record Chick Promotions for her support of ComicPop Library.

Join us for another fun episode by listening above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know and we will put it in our review rotation list. Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording. Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you. So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

What we reviewed in this episode:

1) Wandering Daisy MP3, Erica Perry, Winding Road Music, 2014. ASIN: B00J5R0RES, $8.99.

Music clips used in this episode:

1) “Unexpected”, Wandering Daisy MP3, Erica Perry, Winding Road Music, 2014. ASIN: B00J5R0RES, $8.99.

2) “Summer Lovin'”, Wandering Daisy MP3, Erica Perry, Winding Road Music, 2014. ASIN: B00J5R0RES, $8.99.

3) “Lust”, Wandering Daisy MP3, Erica Perry, Winding Road Music, 2014. ASIN: B00J5R0RES, $8.99.

Links:

http://ericaperrymusic.com/ – Erica Perry’s Website

https://www.facebook.com/ericaperrymusic – Erica Perry’s Facebook Page

http://texasrecordchick.com/ – Texas Record Chick Promotions website

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Texas-Record-Chick-Promotions/144455464915 – Texas Record Chick Promotions Facebook page

http://www.cmichaelhall.com/ – C. Michael Hall’s Website for Atomic Raygun Comics

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page

September 18, 2014

Ep 4 ComicPop…corn Movies Reviews Odd Thomas

During this episode Luis, Logan, April, and Richard review and discuss Odd Thomas, based on the novels by Dean Koontz.

For another fun time listen above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com, or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know by e-mailing us at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will put it in our review rotation list. Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording. Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you. So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

Item Reviewed:

1) Odd Thomas, Stephen Sommers, Image Entertainment, 2014. ASIN: B00HHYF570, current price $12.49.

Music Drops Used:

1) “Odd Thomas Theme”, Odd Thomas, Stephen Sommers, Image Entertainment, 2014.

Links:

http://www.everfoundmusic.com/ – Everfound’s Webpage

https://www.facebook.com/everfound – Everfound’s Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page

September 16, 2014September 16, 2014

Harris Hawk Hits the Streets with “Make the Fonz Bleed”

Holy rock, this is my type of band. From the intro I was immediately into the song and really liked the raw almost jagged sound to the music. I did get a little lost in the middle of the song though, because the instrumentals overpowered the vocals too much. Rock music needs strong vocals to sit on top of it and emote even more. The only time a softer voice works in rock is if the voice is distinctively separated from the music but it wasn’t in this case. If the vocalist gets stronger and can be heard better I would love this group. They’ve got the foundation of a good rock band, if they just tweaked a couple things they would be there.
-April B.

Check out “Make the Fonz Bleed” by Harris Hawk through SoundCloud below:

September 12, 2014

Ep 15 ComicPop Rockin’ in the Dirt with Immigrant Union

This time around April, Luis, and Richard review and discuss Immigrant Union’s new ’60-’70’s influenced album Anyway. A huge thank you to Katie Trimble of the The MuseBox for allowing us to review their album and don’t forget that the album comes out on September 23. Since we recorded the review Immigrant Union’s website has become active so be sure to check it out, the link is below.

Join us for another fun episode by listening above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

What we reviewed in this episode:

1) Anyway, Immigrant Union, 2014.

Music clips used in this episode:

1) “War is Peace”, Anyway, Immigrant Union, 2014.

2) “I Can’t Return”, Anyway, Immigrant Union, 2014.

Links:

http://www.immigrantunion.com/ – Immigrant Union’s Website.

https://www.facebook.com/ImmigrantUnion – Immigrant Union’s FaceBook Page.

http://themusebox.net/ – The Muse Box’s Website.

https://www.facebook.com/musebox?ref=br_tf – The Muse Box’s Facebook Page.

http://joshuadavidbellin.com/ – Joshua David Bellin’s Website.

https://www.facebook.com/joshuadavidbellin – Joshua David Bellin’s Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page

September 9, 2014

Trak Joy’s New Single “Skin”

Let me just say that ‘Skin’ is a really good title for a song. It’s short and interests people, the song itself is lacking though. I liked the intro of the song but it got a little too trippy for me. I didn’t really enjoy how high the vocals were and the voice doesn’t work with the wispy treatment. It sounds like I’ve taken a bad hit of acid and I’m going on a warped trip. The music also seemed a little lost in itself. There was so much going on and not enough that complemented each other. If Trak Joy would bring down the vocals and focus the music they’ll be great.
-April B.

Just because April doesn’t like the trippy sound doesn’t mean that others won’t. Give it a listen. It might be right up your alley. So check out “Skin” through SoundCloud, below:

September 9, 2014

People the Kangaroo “Let Go”

I’ll be honest, I was skeptical of this group from the very beginning just from their name. A group’s name is very important, you want it to be unique but still attract people and I’m afraid this group name would deter me. Getting to the music my reason for being skeptical was justified. The intro was interesting and I enjoyed the mix of percussion and electro but the vocals were lacking. I didn’t like the smoother flow of the lyrics because the music is already connected, I really wanted the vocals to be harsher and more defined. The instrumental interlude was really cool and I could listen to it all day, the vocals also got a little better when the song picked up the pace but I still wasn’t too fond of it. I honestly would love it if they created this song purely for the instrumental music and I never say that.
-April B.

Be sure to listen to People the Kangaroo’s single “Let Go” from SoundCloud:

September 5, 2014

Ep 2 ComicPop Licensed to Read Survival Colony 9 by Joshua David Bellin

Join the ComicPo Crew as they take a journey with Querry as they review and discuss Joshua David Bellin’s young adult novel Survival Colony 9. Thank you to Rebecca Grose of SoCal PR and Joshua for sending us another young adult science fiction novel.

For another fun time listen above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com, or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

What we reviewed in this episode:

1) Survival Colony 9, Joshua David Bellin, Margaret K. McElderry Books, 2014. ISBN: 978-1481403542, $14.24.

Music clips used this episode:

1) “A Portrait of Your Post Apocalyptic Son”, Love is Chemicals, Musicalley.com, 2007.

Links:

http://joshuadavidbellin.com/ – Joshua David Bellin’s Website.

https://www.facebook.com/joshuadavidbellin – Joshua David Bellin’s Facebook page.

http://socalpr.net/ – SoCal Public Relations Website

http://www.musicalley.com/music/producers/producerLibrary/artistdetails.php?BandHash=67f6dadcd28e662b30e9e62f1e7ac528 – “A Portrait of Your Post Apocalyptic Son”, Love is Chemicals, Musicalley.com, 2007.

http://www.musicalley.com/ – MusicAlley.com Website

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?ref=ts&fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page.

September 5, 2014

Postcards From Jeff is in “A House”

Postcards From Jeff has an unusual name and an even more unusual sound. Jeff’s rough voice is amazing and speaks volumes to me. The heavy percussion in the background is a nice touch as well, it helps a slower song like ‘A House’ feel a little faster and helps the listener stay focused. The lyrics themselves were really nice as well and I can see them connecting with a wide audience. The only thing I would pick out is that Jeff’s voice almost becomes platonic throughout the song. He seems to stay very close to one or two notes and it can get boring to listen to of he’s not careful. Other than that I think Postcards From Jeff is doing pretty good and have them on my list to watch.
-April B.

Check out the song and music video from Postcards From Jeff”s YouTube channel below: