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Mikey Erg/Alex Kerns 7''
By Jason DuarteRelease date: 20127'': Asian Man RecordsRating: 4/5I love it when two members of two of my favorite bands go head-to-head on a split. In this case, it's Mikey Erg (The Ergs!) and Alex Kerns (Lemuria) joining forces with Asian Man Records, and they
'Gates of Home' by Sick Sick Birds
By Jason Duarte3/31/2012LP: Toxic Pop RecordsRating: 4/5If you're reading this, chances are you're familiar with the annual Insubordination Fest in Baltimore and if you've been, you've probably eaten Sick Sick Burgers in the alley at some point. My hungry, wandering belly was how I first heard about these guys, and now they grace my turntable with their second full-length, Gates of Home."Pick and Choose" is a strong opener. Immediately, there's recognizable influence by Joe Strummer. The song is
Review: Lipreader/Brick Mower @ Township, 4/17/12
By Jason DuarteNothing breaks up the work week like a weeknight show. Tuesday night, Lipreader, The Please & Thank Yous and Meat Wave joined forces with New Brunswick, NJ's Brick Mower, for a fun night of pop punk tuneage.This was my first introduction to Meat Wave, which features local recording dude, Joe Gac. Their drummer was mesmerizing, and their hooks were memorable. The vocals and guitar reminded me of the Marked Men, but more electrified and gritty.The Please & Thank Yous played next and
