Battfest is both a virtual event and an independent music festival, that was founded by Sam Batt and has went from a festival that featured 14 acts when it began in 2011, to 22 acts in 2012 and even more this year. Her brain child is a landmark move that is an international opportunity for music f
When you know that you are about to watch a science fiction film specific themes come to mind. A massive effects-laden adventure with cold set design and even more detached costuming. The world "Moon" creates can often feel so foreign that you do not realize until it is over, you were ne
Becca Hollcraft, mostly known as “Becca”, is the sturdy voice behind this powerful ballad. This song is filled with vibrant emotion and great lyrical depth. I first learned of Becca when I came across her stirring rendition of “I Drove All Night”, her use of Roy Orbison’s composition and her voca
'Tomorrow Might' is the new album from UK band, The Accord. This is a rare album given the current musical landscape. Filled with blossoming instrumentation, the rhythms are filled with the soft quality of ocean waves and the steady drive of self-reflection. This is an actual band that
‘Red 2’ is the follow-up to the 2010 surprise hit, ‘Red’. The sequel finds the original ensemble re-teaming along with some new cast additions and a new director, Dean Parisot (taking over for Robert Schwentke). This is one of those rare sequels that hits the mark of being equal to its predecessor
“Girl in the War” is the first track on Josh Ritter’s album The Animal Years . Ritter’s soft and tender voice lends deep compassion to one of folk music’s best songs. Ritter, an underrated talent, provides a song-writers utopia and music lover’s nebulous wonder at the meaning behind one of the mos
Introducing, Eclectic Pop’s Top 25 Remaining Movies of 2013 . Each week Eclectic Pop will post 5 new titles in order of their release date and a short description to help you judge for yourself. #1: The Wolverine Hugh Jackman returns as the titular character, marking his 5 th film in t
Cory Monteith, one of the stars of Glee, passed away two weekends ago, and with the immense heartbreak of his passing, a giant hole has been left in the hearts of millions of people. As an avid viewer of Glee , there will be a huge difference in the emotion tuning in to the show once provided. Th
I and Love and You is the 2009 album from The Avett Brothers and their first album with major label American Recordings. They have released 7 albums, 4 EPs and 3 live albums. They have long been at the forefront of the Americana movement. They have mastered many genres including folk, bluegrass