Feature: Revisit “Hostile Ambient Takeover” May 25, 2021 Twenty years ago, the Melvins seemed unstoppable. The already legendary Gods of Thunder – a trio that’s one part Buzz Osborne, one part Dale… Continue Reading
Concert Review: Melvins (2019) October 8, 2019 Melvins know no years. They’re just too fucking good to be bothered with them. So, seeing the trio, now nearing its fifth (!) decade… Continue Reading
Profile: Buzz Osborne (2019) October 1, 2019 When Buzz Osborne visits Pittsburgh Saturday, Oct. 5 for punk-metal veterans Melvins’ concert at Rex Theater in South Side, he won’t hit the haunts… Continue Reading
Review: Melvins – “Pinkus Abortion Technician” April 18, 2018 Ugh. The new Melvins record, I am sad to report, dear reader, is a bit of a trainwreck. It’s not that Pinkus Abortion Technician, out… Continue Reading
REVIEW: The Gotobeds – “Definitely Not A Redd Kross EP” October 31, 2017 Pittsburgh’s The Gotobeds are offering their two cents on a vintage blast of punk energy – and it is mighty good. Dubbed Definitely Not… Continue Reading
REVIEW: Melvins – “A Walk With Love and Death” July 7, 2017 You’ve got to give it to Melvins: these guys keep you on your toes. The trio, now featuring Redd Kross’ Steve McDonald on bass,… Continue Reading