Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Crystal Castles - LIVE (My Experience)

Please ignore the words "Insane Clown Posse".

Canadian electronic duo Crystal Castles continuously push the envelope with their music: Crystal Castles was an energized marriage of videogame electro-punk, Crystal Castles (II) took a step in the experimental pop direction with successful results, and (III) found the band finally settling in their place. They're also known for their energetic live shows. Alice Glass and Ethan Kath really know how to put on a show, from the volume right down to the lighting. I'll try to recount my experience below:

Monday, May 6, 2013

Justice - Access All Arenas ALBUM REVIEW


Half of what makes electronic music so great is the live performance. It's the genre that's most open to experimentation, especially live. Whether it's being spun by a DJ or meticulously put together on the fly, electronic music opens up new doors for live experiences. A perfect example is Justice, whose A Cross The Universe live album (along with Daft Punk's Alive 2007 and The Chemical Brothers' Don't Think) is perfectly engineered to create the best experience possible for the audience.