Introductions are the norm here at Contrast CTRL. We like to introduce forward thinking minds and people who strive to create deep and positive messages in audible format. Julian Coiner of Faceless Ones is a very creative mind and driving force for his band. Growing up in the Maryland area…
Coral Springs, Florida brings us the pop punk sensation New Found Glory, currently a 4 piece band that has been around since the late 90s. Considered by music experts as pioneers in the second wave of pop punk alongside Blink 182, you couldn’t miss their songs on radio stations and…
Another record store find, doubleDrive was a big part of my childhood as it featured that grunge style I was accustomed to and also a touch of what would become known as modern rock. Blue in the Face is a special album to my life as even now, I…
In 2007, not all that long ago I really attached myself to the pop-punk music scene. The appeal of themes of being a teenager with feelings no one else understood or being a socially awkward kid were something all too common to me. The memories attached to music for…
30 Seconds to Mars – Self-titled Album Review #TBT My dad, Brother and I were at our local FYE music store in 2001. Looking through all the records we each made our selections of what we wanted. Going to the counter and ready to check out, the cashier tells us…