Setting The Standard

Setting The Standard

by | Oct 16, 2008 | Music

Are New York's The Spring Standards the new standard in DIY business practices? To all outward appearances. Without the aid of a publisher or label, the harmony-heavy indie/folk-rockers have achieved more than many of their well-financed counterparts—opening...
CD Shorts

CD Shorts

by | Oct 16, 2008 | Music

CantripPiping the Fish(Mischief Records)The word "cantrip" refers to both a magical spell and a deception. It's also the name of a Scottish quartet whose new album will make you think someone must have cast a spell to keep this superb band from garnering...
Behind the Beat: Who's Watching Who?

Behind the Beat: Who's Watching Who?

by | Oct 16, 2008 | Music

Springfield rock outfit Watcher describes Into the Woods, the band's soon-to-be-released debut, as a mirror reflecting the nature of the group. "It's diverse, which reflects who we are as a band," explains drummer "Rudy" Karen Renaud....
Back from Beantown

Back from Beantown

by | Oct 16, 2008 | Music

Singer/songwriter Justin Levinson was introduced to music at an early age by his father, a popular Vermont music teacher. After enjoying regional success during high school with his band Subside, Levinson went on to earn his bachelor's degree in composition from...
Get Flocked

Get Flocked

by | Oct 16, 2008 | Music

For Springfield rock band Flock and Field, playing shows in Northampton was like being a youngster transplanted to a new town. "We felt like the new kid in school who doesn't know his place," says guitarist, singer, and main songwriter D.A. Bassett....