(Single Review) “Tonight” by THE JACKS

Today, the four-piece band from Los Angeles, California have an opportunity of a lifetime.  In an incredible way to kick off 2019, The Jacks will be performing at the NHL Winter Classic at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana at the game between the Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins.  Recently, they also released their … Continue reading (Single Review) “Tonight” by THE JACKS

(Video Review) “God Knows I’ve Tried” by KELSY KARTER

By way of New Zealand and Los Angeles, California comes an artist that will make Janis Joplin smile down from heaven, and that artist is Kelsy Karter.  After working with Cage The Elephant and Alex Da Kid, Kelsy Karter recently released her music video for "God Knows I've Tried".  The video already has over 64,000 … Continue reading (Video Review) “God Knows I’ve Tried” by KELSY KARTER

Madness To Creation Sounding Off: Reminiscing about the John Lennon Museum in Tokyo

On October 9th, 2000, the John Lennon Museum opened at the Saitama prefecture in Tokyo, Japan.  The date holds significance because it would've been John Lennon's 60th birthday.  However, the museum closed in 2010 with the close cooperation of his widow Yoko Ono.  During my college years, I was extremely fortunate to have visited this … Continue reading Madness To Creation Sounding Off: Reminiscing about the John Lennon Museum in Tokyo

Razorwire Halo Converses with Madness To Creation on David Hasselhoff, Sweat, Dystopia, and Human Nature

Editor's Note:  It was a great night at Lifers in Algona as Kansas City regional touring band Razorwire Halo was sharing the stage with Motograter.  Razorwire Halo brings unique concepts to their music, ranging from graphic novel ideas to dystopia to cryogenic concept in their music.  When I watched their live show, it reminded me … Continue reading Razorwire Halo Converses with Madness To Creation on David Hasselhoff, Sweat, Dystopia, and Human Nature

Madness To Creation Sounding Off: Top Ten Favorite Aerosmith Hits!

Recently, we have posted the non-Aerosmith hits, now we are going to go through and post our top ten favorite Aerosmith songs! 10.  "Dream On", this song was off of the 1973 self-titled album.  It was a great ballad, and it really showcased the vocal prowess of Steven Tyler.  It's a song that has been … Continue reading Madness To Creation Sounding Off: Top Ten Favorite Aerosmith Hits!

Madness To Creation’s A-Z Throwback Reviews: Featuring 1987 Release of “Permanent Vacation” by Aerosmith

"Done With Mirrors" was seen as a commercial failure, but described as an album to get done with to make way for the true comeback.  In 1986, Run DMC played a huge role in reigniting Aerosmith's career with their remake of "Walk This Way".  Aerosmith decided to take their career one giant leap forward, by … Continue reading Madness To Creation’s A-Z Throwback Reviews: Featuring 1987 Release of “Permanent Vacation” by Aerosmith

Madness To Creation’s A-Z Throwback Reviews: Featuring Adele!

The singer/songwriter out of the United Kingdom that has won major awards, along with being the highest selling female artist in U.K. pop chart history and has been honored by Prince Charles himself.  Is there any thing that Adele hasn't done in her somewhat brief career? When people think of international pop music in this … Continue reading Madness To Creation’s A-Z Throwback Reviews: Featuring Adele!

“Good Luck And Good Night” by JD & The Straight Shot, indescribable!

On September 15th, Americana folk quintet JD & The Straight Shot released their sixth studio album entitled "Good Luck And Good Night", where it was produced by Copely at Soundstage Studios in Nashville, Tennessee.  This band is beyond ready to be heard by the masses. JD & The Straight Shot is composed of vocalist/guitarist Jim … Continue reading “Good Luck And Good Night” by JD & The Straight Shot, indescribable!

MTC’s A to Z Throwback Reviews: The Guilty Pleasure Known as ABBA!

When I think of the phrase "guilty pleasure" the Swedish pop supergroup ABBA comes to mind.  I mean, how can one NOT like their songs!  There was something about their harmony, the lyrics, and even the musical arrangements that provided a nice backdrop for the harmonies that people found to be incredibly infectious and eventually, … Continue reading MTC’s A to Z Throwback Reviews: The Guilty Pleasure Known as ABBA!