REVIEWS | Penny

Apr 14

Cheekface: Live at Comet Ping Pong in Washington D.C.

Giliann caught Cheekface on their recent North American tour with Sad Park. Check out a little review here!

Apr 9

2023 Release Round-Up: Part One

This year, the Penny staff are making note of our favorite new releases as they come along. View out January + February picks!

Feb 3

Fade Awaays Return with Consumerist Anthem, “Material Things”

Fade Awaays have returned with a brand new single and accompanying music video, "Material Things." View here!

Jan 24

Wednesday's "Chosen to Deserve," New LP Out April 7

Giliann listens to Wednesday's newest single in this new Penny review.

Nov 20, 2022

Arctic Monkeys Have Lost Their Edge, But is That So Bad?

Giliann inspects the evolution of Arctic Monkeys via her blunt review of their newest album, 'The Car.'

Nov 18, 2022

In Review: Trophy Wife's 'Voyeur'

Erin C. takes a look at Trophy Wife's newest EP in this new Penny review.

Oct 26, 2022

Sorry's 'Anywhere But Here' — In Review

Dylan examines Sorry's stellar sophomore record in this new Penny review.

Oct 19, 2022

Alvvays Cranks Up the Volume on Tender-Hearted Third Album 'Blue Rev'

Isabel takes a look at Alvvays' first album in five years via this new Penny review!

Oct 13, 2022

A Recap of Frantic City Festival 2022

Giliann attended this year's Frantic City! Check out her photos and recap write-up here.

Oct 8, 2022

HORSESHIT ON ROUTE 66: The Garden's Classic Formula isn’t Broken Yet [Review + Photo Gallery]

Marianna reviews The Garden's newest LP, alongside live show coverage by Erin C.

Sep 11, 2022

Revisiting my Adolescence via my First My Chemical Romance Concert: A Live Review

Erin C. reflects on the long-awaited MCR live experience via this new concert write-up.

Jun 10, 2022

Post Animal: Live in Boston, 2 Years Later

Erin C. reflects on her relationship with Chicago psych-rock band Post Animal in this new show review.

May 16, 2022

On 'Locals 4,' WILLIS Favors Twinkling Production and Bouncy Instrumentals

Meg takes a look at WILLIS' latest EP in this new review.

May 5, 2022

Wolf Alice Announce 'Blue Lullaby' EP, Share Stunningly Ethereal Version of "The Last Man On Earth"

Wolf Alice is back with a soft bang and the announcement of their forthcoming stripped-back EP, 'Blue Lullaby."

Apr 18, 2022

Snail Mail in Boston: Through The Years

In this new editorial, Erin C. examined her coverage of Snail Mail's shows in Boston over the past four years.

Apr 7, 2022

Porridge Radio Return with "Back to the Radio"

Giliann covered Porridge Radio's "Back to the Radio" in this new review!

Mar 22, 2022

On "Funny Girl" and "Q4," Father John Misty is as Romantic (and Disillusioned) as Ever

Meg delves into two singles off FJM's upcoming album in this new double-header review!

Mar 21, 2022

Holly Humberstone Lays Herself Bare at Paradise Rock Club: Show Review

Holly Humberstone played in Boston, MA recently — check out Erin C.'s review now!

Mar 9, 2022

Penny New Release Radar: March 2022

Check out a handful of our favorite releases from the past few weeks!

Mar 2, 2022

Juice Live at Baby’s All Right

Hillary had a chance to see Juice live in NYC - check out her photos and show recap here!

Feb 23, 2022

Dry Cleaning - Live at Rough Trade Bristol: Show Review

Dylan recently saw Dry Cleaning live and wrote about what he took away from the evening.

Feb 20, 2022

Black Country, New Road Comes Together and Falls Apart on 'Ants From Up There'

Claire takes a look at the stellar new album from BCNR in this new review, and examines the circumstance during which it was released.

Feb 11, 2022

Anika’s ‘Change: The Remixes’ Embraces an Eclectic Sounds from Techno Rave to Experimental Ambient

Anika has shared a collection of remixes, following the release of her comeback album, 'Changes.' Check out Isabel's review!

Feb 4, 2022

Beginning to Break Free in Mitski's 'Laurel Hell'

Marianna explores the recurring themes of dark and light in Mitski's new album, 'Laurel Hell,' out today!

Jan 2, 2022

A Belated Look at Camp Cope's Comeback Single, "Blue"

Read Giliann's review of Camp Cope's first single in three years here!

Dec 6, 2021

Cola Turns Over a New Leaf with "Blank Curtain"

Isabel tackles the debut single from Cola (ex Ought) in this new review!

Nov 30, 2021

Beach House Emerges From A Three Year Shadow with Strings, Shooting Stars, and Stories To Share

Morgan takes a deep dive into Beach House's 'Once Twice Melody: Chapter One,' and its accompanying animated short.

Nov 26, 2021

Remi Wolf’s Debut Album ‘Juno’ is a Chaotic, Raucous Good Time

Meg takes a look at Remi Wolf's incredible debut album.

Nov 23, 2021

Snail Mail Turns Heartache into Triumph on 'Valentine'

Isabel takes a look at Snail Mail's sophomore LP in this new review.

Oct 25, 2021

Liily Reinvent the Wheel with their Debut LP

Erin C. reviewed Liily's long-awaited debut LP.

Oct 2, 2021

Amyl and The Sniffers Settle the Score on an Elevated Playing Field | 'Comfort to Me'

Read our belated review of Amyl and the Sniffers' latest!

Sep 15, 2021

On 'Back In Love City,' The Vaccines Exude Confidence in the Face of a World on the Decline

Meg takes an in-depth look at The Vaccines' newest offering in this new Penny review.

Aug 22, 2021

Friday Pilots Club’s Debut EP Packs a Familiar Punch

By Meg McCarney Friday Pilots Club introduce themselves with an understated Spotify bio: "rock band." From such a simple description, you...

Aug 20, 2021

swim school Keep their Heads Above Water with their Brand New EP

Erin C. gave swim school's brand new EP a once-over with this new review.

Aug 11, 2021

Amyl and the Sniffers Unleash Their Rabid Fury WITH New Single, “Security”

Isabel unpacks the hypnotizing quality of Aussie punk group Amyl and the Sniffers in this review of their new single.

Aug 4, 2021

Lorde Gets Existential on "Stoned at the Nail Salon"

Read Giliann's review of the incomparable Lorde's latest single!

Jul 23, 2021

Another Song For the People She Loves: A Review of Samia’s EP 'Scout'

Samia's debut EP, Scout, is a journey in growth and embracing connection. Read Sarah's review here!

Jul 18, 2021

Hats Off to Boston Band Clifford Ahead of their Debut LP

Brendan discusses Boston band Clifford's newest single in this brand new Penny review.

Jul 13, 2021

Lorde's "Solar Power" is an Ode to the Natural World

Guest writer Jake Kelly took a look at Lorde's comeback single, "Solar Power."

Jul 8, 2021

Squirrel Flower Comes into Her Own on 'Planet (i)'

Hannah took a look at Squirrel Flower's latest release in this new Penny review!

Jun 16, 2021

black midi Make the Chaotic Sound Beautiful with 'Cavalcade'

Dave breaks down black midi's latest LP in this new Penny review.

Jun 14, 2021

A Look at pizzagirl's Most Recent Singles, "Bullet Train" and "Sugar Ray"

In this new review, Meg covers Liverpool indie-pop artist pizzagirl's newest releases leading up to his new EP.

Jun 13, 2021

Wolf Alice's Triumphant Return with 'Blue Weekend'

Melody breaks down Wolf Alice's third full-length album in this new review.

Jun 3, 2021

Japanese Breakfast's 'Jubilee' - A Way Out of Darkness

Skylar breaks down Japanese Breakfast's latest album and its signified light in this new review.

May 27, 2021

N0V3L Bare All With Their Latest Record, 'NON-FICTION'

In this new Penny review, Erin C. covers the release of N0V3L's latest, NON-FICTION.

May 26, 2021

Sports Team Return with New Single, "Happy (God's Own Country)"

Giliann gives her take on Sports Team's comeback single in this new Penny review.

May 26, 2021

Daydream Review Announce New EP with Lead Single, "Dazed"

Chicago dream-pop project Daydream Review have returned with another psychedelic single. Check out Erin D.'s review here!

May 18, 2021

Phoebe Green Gets Vulnerable with New Single, "IDK"

Melody breaks down Manchester indie-pop musician Phoebe Green's latest single in this new review! (photo by Phoebe Fox)

May 5, 2021

illuminati hotties Release a Slimy Single and Announce a Brand New Label

Sarah Tudzin of illuminati hotties, unveiled a one-two punch not too long ago. Check out Giliann's thoughts on the announcement here!

May 5, 2021

girl in red Makes an Official Debut with 'if i could make it all go quiet'

Marianna tackles the multiple points of view exhibited throughout girl in red's first full-length record in this new review.

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