Sam Coomes

Quasi uses its evocative pop to take aim at the unsavory aspects of American imperialism

Q&A with Janet Weiss of Quasi

​ Since 1993, Quasi has released a series of albums underscoring the fact that sad songs don't have to sound like surrender. Instead, as Quasi's material often displays, there can be a feisty defiance to the inner grey skies and rain. The act comprises yeyboardist Sam Coomes, who played in He ... More >>

XO, Elliott

Elliott Smith 1969-2003

Discmania

Backbeat writers revisit their favorite albums of the year.

Tin Huey

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(Future Fossil Records/P.O.S. Records)
Complete Recordings 1987-1989
(Innerstate Records)

Playlist

Poor Little Knitter on the Road and Quasi

The Hype Report

Sleater-Kinney is a critic's favorite that makes music you might actually enjoy.