Tag Archives: power pop

Pop Reviews Both Old and New

April 7, 2013 | John Borack | 0

by John M. Borack Here’s some quick ruminations on a handful or two of discs both new and not-so-new… Maxi Dunn’s Edmund & Leo finds the UK songstress back with another pleasant collection of tunes. “Change the Record” is one … ►

Hungry for new tunes? Try these great new pop releases

March 24, 2013 | John Borack | 0

It might seem odd to talk about a band as having successfully matured when 75 percent of the members are still 21 or younger, but that’s the case for one band. ►

Check out the Top 20 pop albums of 2012

January 15, 2013 | John Borack | 0

2012 was a great year for new music, with albums from former major label favorites sharing space with releases from relative upstarts from the indie pop world. For my money, here’s a look at the best of the best from last year. ►

Throwback Suburbia, Nelson Bragg offer brand new pop

June 15, 2012 | John Borack | 1

OHMYGODTHISSONGISGREAT. That’s what Nelson Bragg calls his publishing company, and it’s the phrase we uttered after hearing Bragg’s new LP, “We Get What We Want.” ►

Get the scoop on the latest pop releases

April 26, 2012 | John Borack | 0

Wonder which pop albums make the grade? Get John Borack’s take on releases by The Bangles, Lannie Flowers, Vinnie Zummo, Yep, Vegas With Randolph, The Ditchflowers, The Handcuffs, Maxi Dunn and more. ►

John M. Borack’s Top 20 pop picks of 2011

January 13, 2012 | John Borack | 2

There was so much great pop music released in 2011 — both by established artists and newcomers — that I had a tough time whittling my favorites down to just 20. ►

International Pop Overthrow 13 – Better Late Than Never

June 30, 2011 | John Borack | 1

Overall, IPO 13 is a damned fine collection, with the many high points making it a more-than-welcome addition to any pop fans’ music library. ►

Breaking Laces work hard to define indie power pop

May 19, 2011 | princep | 1

In an interview with singer/guitarist/songwriter Willem Hartong, he presents a band with a fun spirit and strong work ethic. ►

Tommy Tutone dialing in again with new release

April 6, 2011 | princep | 0

It’s the ’80s all over again! Tommy Tutone to release “A long Time Ago” on May 31 via SPV’s Yellow Label. ►

Gin Blossoms are back

April 6, 2011 | John Borack | 0

If you’re a fan of meat and potatoes pop with no frills and melodies and guitars galore, dive in to the band’s latest release, “No Chocolate Cake.” ►