Author Archives: ScrXtch

2014 in acoustics: artist’s choice

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The year is almost over, and it has been a great year for acoustic music. No, we will not do a flimsy “Top whatever”; we are more interested in what others have been listening to. That is why we asked our colleagues and musicians about their favourites.  Take a look at the choice of Oxygen Thief, Brian Marquis, Emily Barker, The Lion and the Wolf and more.

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Dave Hause releases “Season Greetings from Ferguson”

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That Dave Hause originates from the punk scene, shows in his new song “Season Greetings from Ferguson“. Listen to the song below.
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Rob Lynch honours father in new song

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It is a special day for London artist Rob Lynch, but not necessarily a happy day. Seven years ago, Lynch’ father passed away. Today he honours him with a new song “Lord Knows I Have Tried“, which you can listen to below. Continue reading


Interview What’s Eating Gilbert: “I do not have to be deep”

banner What's Eating GilbertIt has been quiet around the What’s Eating Gilbert camp with the release of a new New Found Glory record. Still, Chad Gilbert is always doing something. We sat down with the guitarist before the New Found Glory concert in Utrecht to tell us more. Continue reading


Chris Farren to release Christmas album; streams song

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Punk Celebrity and Disney’s Frozen fan Chris Farren may not be ‘ready for Christmas’, but he will be releasing a Christmas album today (December 2). “Like A Gift From God or Whatever” contains all Farren originals. Stream “I’m Not Ready For Christmas”, featuring TV serie Arrested Development actress Mae Whitman, after the jump.
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