Interview: Mogwai balances a maturing sound with film scoring
Over its Satan phobia, the Scottish pack of absurdist instrumentalists blazes a new sonic path.
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10 awesome album covers from May 2013
From simple to psychedelic, here's a look at ten great works of album art from this month.
11 years ago
Interview: Dinosaur Jr.’s chemistry, formula, and pursuit of perfection intact on I Bet on Sky
On its third album since reuniting with its original lineup, Dinosaur Jr. is as relevant as ever — and still…
11 years ago
ALARM’s 50 (+5) Favorite Songs of 2012
Last month ALARM presented its 50 favorite albums of 2012, an eclectic, rock-heavy selection of discs that were in steady…
11 years ago
ALARM’s 50 Favorite Albums of 2012
Another year, another torrential downpour of albums across our desks. As always, we encountered way too much amazing music, from…
11 years ago
ALARM’s recap of CMJ 2012 (photos)
With five days of showcases and concerts to attend, this year's CMJ Music Marathon offered something for everyone, with performers…
11 years ago
Review: Beachwood Sparks’ The Tarnished Gold
With 11 years between albums, psych-country outfit Beachwood Sparks is none the worse for wear on The Tarnished Gold, a…
12 years ago
Review: Beach House’s Bloom
Beach House’s new album asserts that Victoria Legrand and Alex Scally’s melodious prowess and integrity are back — and to…
12 years ago
Review: Father John Misty’s Fear Fun
It’s opening day for former Fleet Foxes drummer Joshua Tillman’s new act, and he promises some violence as part of…
12 years ago
50 Unheralded Albums from 2011
In just one more trip around the sun, another swarm of immensely talented but under-recognized musicians has harnessed its collective…
12 years ago
Pop Addict: Washed Out’s Within and Without
Every Thursday, Pop Addict presents infectious tunes from contemporary musicians across indie rock, pop, folk, electronica, and more. Washed Out:…
13 years ago
This Week’s Best Single: Niki & The Dove’s The Fox
Niki & The Dove: The Fox (Sub Pop, 6/14/11) Niki & The Dove: "The Fox" [audio:http://alarm-magazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Niki-and-the-Dove-The-Fox.mp3|titles=Niki & the Dove: "The…
13 years ago