Articles written by Daniel Shafer

This album isn't the surprise that "American Idiot" was in 2004, but it is in the same vein, a rock opera with broken characters breaking down in the 21st Century.

May 20, 2009 - Daniel Shafer

After nearly a decade middling in the indie scene, Phoenix has made a breakthrough with May 26 release "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix" blending indie rock with Euro-synth.

May 5, 2009 - Daniel Shafer

Lead vocalist Eddie Argos establishes himself as one of rock's most compelling lyricists while the rest of the band struggles to keep pace.

Apr 23, 2009 - Daniel Shafer

The Swedish trio bring beats and drum machines into their sound and deliver a great single with "Nothing To Worry About," but the rest of "Living Thing" fails to connect.

Apr 9, 2009 - Daniel Shafer

Heartless Bastards are an up-and-coming band from Cincinnati, Ohio fronted by powerful vocalist and songwriter Erica Wennerstrom. New album "The Mountain" is a force.

Apr 8, 2009 - Daniel Shafer

While the national media has already penciled in the Chicago Cubs as the winners of the NL Central, the 2009 Milwaukee Brewers will prove that last season was no fluke.

Apr 6, 2009 - Daniel Shafer

Intricate layered melodies, beautiful vocal harmonies and an airtight rhythm section make "Veckatimest" a force to be reckoned with. "Two Weeks" is an instant classic.

Mar 17, 2009 - Daniel Shafer

"It's Blitz!" is the new album from one of the best bands of the decade, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Despite a more synth-driven direction, the album is a success.

Mar 4, 2009 - Daniel Shafer