Author Profile: Amanda Mace

Articles by Amanda Mace
Frightened Rabbit – Pedestrian Verse (Atlantic)
With several memorable tracks, Frightened Rabbit?s latest release is an album both the band themselves and their loyal fans can be proud of.
Artists: Frightened Rabbit
The Magnetic Fields ? Love at the Bottom of the Sea (Domino)
Dourly delivered sentiment, delicious metaphors, and mischievous puns are, as always, part of the fun
Artists: The Magnetic Fields
The Whip – Wired Together (Southern Fried)
With their second album, ?Wired Together?, just around the corner, it is crucial that The Whip match high expectations with more great music.
Artists: The Whip
Blitzen Trapper – American Goldwing (Sub Pop)
In spite of a pinch of minor flaws, Blitzen Trapper are a reassuringly talented outfit. With fresh ideas and nostalgia on their side
Artists: Blitzen Trapper
Grandaddy – The Sophtware Slump (Reissue)
The Sophtware Slump remains a fascinating album, and the chance to relive its sorrowful beauty should not be missed.
Artists: Grandaddy
Cashier No.9 ? To The Death Of Fun (Bella Union)
Most pleasing about this surprisingly upbeat first outing is a sense of wonder and imagination that could place the roots of its sound almost anywhere
Artists: Cashier No 9
Foster The People ? Torches (Columbia)
The biggest problem with ?Torches? is that the need to replicate the greatness of their most popular tune is all too clear.
Artists: Foster The People
Cold Cave – Cherish The Light Years (4AD)
Their latest release is an altogether impressive piece, merging several musical values in a manner that is skilful and appealing
Artists: Cold Cave