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Reviews | The Big Takeover: Elbows Don't Have Eyes sets "a New Standard for Rock and Roll"

Reviews | The Big Takeover: Elbows Don't Have Eyes sets "a New Standard for Rock and Roll"

The Big Takeover’s Dave Franklin calls Elbows Don’t Have Eyes “the new standard” for modern rock, praising its “fearless songwriting, CBGB-era swagger, and jagged, genre-breaking sound. From cultish anthems to chaotic beauty, Elbows Don’t Have Eyes hits hard and leaves a mark.”

Reviews | Dancing About Architecture: Elbows Don't Have Eyes Is Rock Reinvented, Then Rewired

Reviews | Dancing About Architecture: Elbows Don't Have Eyes Is Rock Reinvented, Then Rewired

Dancing About Architecture’s Dave Franklin calls Elbows Don’t Have Eyes “the sound of rock and roll evolving, twisting genres, torching norms, and returning from the depths with a post-genre roar.”

Reviews | The Big Take-Over Reviews “Morning Scars” by The Stolen Moans

Reviews | The Big Take-Over Reviews “Morning Scars” by The Stolen Moans

In their latest review, The Big Take-Over praised The Stolen Moans’ new single “Morning Scars” as a genre-bending track sitting at the center of a sonic storm. With a blend of post-punk, alt-rock, and gothic vibes, the song ebbs and flows between haunting anthemics and atmospheric lulls. Lyrically, the band explores themes like the Halloween season, upcoming US elections, and the fight for equality and women’s rights, making “Morning Scars” a timely anthem of resistance.

Reviews | The Big Takeover - Bard-Inspired Treachery, Chaos & Heartbreak

Reviews | The Big Takeover - Bard-Inspired Treachery, Chaos & Heartbreak

Discover The Stolen Moans' latest single, "Bard-Inspired Treachery, Chaos & Heartbreak." This track masterfully bridges mass appeal and underground cool, offering a fierce yet beguiling sound. Hailed by The Big Takeover as a promising glimpse into the future of modern music, this song is a must-listen for discerning fans.