By Justin Smulison Vicious Rumors is one of the great American metal mainstays. Founded by guitarist Geoff Thorpe, the band’s sole original member, the group is rooted in classic metal while also incorporating elements of thrash, power and doom. Their classic debut, Soldiers of the Night, was released in 1981 and since [more…]
Gold Satin, Grit, and Groove: Fantastic Negrito Ignites St Luke’s
Review by Darren McIntyre. Images by Scott Anderson As part of this year’s Celtic Connections, St Luke’s played host to one of the most compelling live performers working today. Xavier Amin Dphrepaulezz, better known as Fantastic Negrito, brought his funk-laced, soul-drenched blues to a packed venue, and from the moment the house [more…]