Zocalo Tucson - Music Reviews http://www.thezmag.com/articles.sec-55-1-music-reviews.html <![CDATA[Last Call Brawlers]]> The band releases its newest album on May 5, 10 p.m., at Surly Wench Pub.]]> <![CDATA[Twang, Torch & Trouble]]> Singer/songwriter Betsy Scarinzi had it in her to write, sing and perform. Which led to getting a band, and recording an album. It all culminates on Jan. 27.]]> <![CDATA[Hank Topless]]> “I was a rambler, but I don’t remember why” – so goes the chorus of the first song on Hank Topless’ “It’s So December.” ]]> <![CDATA[Max Goldschmid/Tucson Jazz Institute]]> This album sounds like it spawns from a mature, seasoned jazz musician - but is actually accomplished by a precocious kid, who performs with the Ellington Big Band on Sun, Dec 11.]]> <![CDATA[Sabra Faulk]]> On her new 11-track album, Faulk incorporates the country music of her youth with Americana and blues. CD Release is Sun, Dec 4 at Boondocks.]]> <![CDATA[Yelp Turns It Up To 11!]]> Reviewers rave about the best beats in the OP. ]]> <![CDATA[Arizona Healing]]> “Luz de Vida” (Light of Life) is a compilation featuring 37 tracks assembled by Music Against Violence,]]> <![CDATA[KXCI’s Five - October 2011]]> Tucson’s community radio station, 91.3FM, features cuts from the following new albums in October.]]> <![CDATA[Combo Westside]]> I strongly recommend this album at any time, but especially for those days when musical remedy is absolutely crucial.]]> <![CDATA[Heather “Lil Mama” Hardy]]> Hardy’s third release showcases the musician’s sweet violin electrified in a positive bluesy/soul album with spiritual overtones. ]]> <![CDATA[Roll Acosta]]> There are albums that lend themselves to cinematic interpretations, and this four-track EP could be beautifully rendered. Experience it live at 2nd Saturdays on June 11.]]> <![CDATA[The Missing Parts]]> Feisty, emotional and thought-provoking, this new album is a cross between Mozart and Metallica; musically brilliant and infused with high energy and emotion. CD release is June 4.]]> <![CDATA[Jamie O’Brien]]> On this 18 track CD, O’Brien is chasing something personal.]]> <![CDATA[The Swigs]]> A sprawling, seductive eight-track album of propulsive rock. Hear it live at the CD release party on Friday, May 20.]]> <![CDATA[Tom Walbank’s New CD Burns Hot]]> This is Walbank at his best on an album dripping with sweat-drenched intensity, raw grit and true personality. ]]> <![CDATA[Amy Rude and Heartbeast]]> The timelessness of country music is rooted as much in its lyrics of struggle and sorrow as it is in the simple elegance of its sound. ]]> <![CDATA[Faster Than Light]]> This debut album is bursting with musical ideas, bright and brash but meticulously well executed, with enthusiasm that runs over the edges. ]]> <![CDATA[Live at Red Room Vol 1]]> Any downtowner knows that Red Room at Grill frequently showcases live music awesomeness. Now they are recording it.]]> <![CDATA[KXCI's Five - Feb 2011]]> Tucson’s community radio station, 91.3 FM, will be spinning cuts from the following new albums this month.]]> <![CDATA[Shadesville ]]> I’ve learned a simple way to determine if I’ll have a long-term relationship with a new album. On first listen, is there at least one cut I must immediately experience again?]]>