“Somewhere along the line, it became uncool to like popular bands or artists. Fuck that. A good song is a good song. I like what I like.” The impetus for the still-budding musical career of Arkansas’ Michael Leonard Witham is a unique one, but one that will undoubtedly make for an interesting opening in the […]
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UTG INTERVIEW: Hostage Calm’s ‘Die On Stage’ Is Their ‘Born In The U.S.A.’
September 15th, 2014 
Derek Scancarelli In 2012, there were countless people frantically concerned that the world was coming to an end. To some, it didn’t matter that December’s doomsday was approaching. At least they’d have the time between October 9 and the end of the world to blast Hostage Calm‘s breakthrough record Please Remain Calm. On September 16, we will […]
UTG TRACK-BY-TRACK: Anton Kellner & The Lone Stars – ‘You Were The Fire’
August 4th, 2014 Corey From Here at Under the Gun, we try to continually provide you with original and riveting content, and honestly, nothing is more interesting or telling of music than when an artist talks about the background and the inspirations for an album. Anton Kellner, of Anton Kellner & The Lone Stars has teamed up with UTG to […]
UTG INTERVIEW: Lael Summer
March 24th, 2014 Brian Leak Lael Summer‘s recent full-length, Burden To Bear, shows undeniable talent from a young artist with a massive voice. After reviewing the effort late last month, Summer took some time to speak with us openly about her musical roots, her newest album, and a lot of the deeply personal themes that make up the lyrical content […]
Folk Music Legend Pete Seeger Dies At 94
January 28th, 2014 Tyler Hanan Pete Seeger died on Monday night in Manhattan. He was 94 years old. The impact and influence of the legendary face of folk music and cultural issues is difficult to quantify, but the sheer size of any timeline of his life begins to tell the story. Standing at the fore of folk music throughout the […]
Frank Iero Details New EP, ‘for jamia…’
December 2nd, 2013 John Bazley Just as 2014 rolls around and we begin to cope with our first full year without My Chemical Romance, Frank Iero has announced details regarding his first solo release, for jamia…. The two-track EP will be released digitally and on 7″ vinyl on December 10, and features covers of Johnny Cash and The Ronettes. The […]
UTG PREVIEW: Eight Reasons Riot Fest Is Your Middle School Dream Come True
September 10th, 2013 Matthew Leimkuehler Riot Fest Chicago is everything an alternative music lover of the past 3 decades wants in a festival. It is arguably the most buzzed about, tweeted at, liked and talked about festival of 2013. It has the potential to be legendary. Riot Fest Chicago will be a weekend full of unforgettable sets and unrealistic appearances. Here at […]
UTG INTERVIEW: Cayucas
May 28th, 2013 Mike Sacchetti We recently had the chance to talk with new indie pop up-and-comers, Cayucas. Influenced by 60s surf rock and The Beach Boys, Cayucas’ new album, Bigfoot, came onto the scene just in time for summer. Their warm tones, catchy melodies, and feel good vibes will surely be a favorite while throwing back a few cold […]
REVIEW: Beach Fossils – Clash the Truth
January 11th, 2013 Josh Hammond Artist: Beach Fossils Album: Clash the Truth Genre: Indie, Lo-Fi, Surf-rock Label: Captured Tracks Musically speaking, Dustin Payseur is anything but lazy. The proof is right there on the mix of Clash the Truth, the sophomore release from pet project Beach Fossils. The album shoulders enough strong musical structures to demand notice while suggesting just […]
REVIEW: Kid Rock – Rebel Soul
December 1st, 2012 Josh Hammond Artist: Kid Rock Album: Rebel Soul Genre: Something Since I have always prided myself on writing reviews with an unapologetic and honest tone it is only fair that I also admit that there was a time that I not only owned but enjoyed Kid Rock. Those were confusing times comprised of angst and wardrobes from […]
REVIEW: Murder By Death – Bitter Drink, Bitter Moon
September 25th, 2012 Josh Hammond Artist: Murder By Death Album: Bitter Drink, Bitter Death Genre: Americana, Punk, Alt. Country Label: Bloodshot Records I’m never been accused of being a man with nothing to say. Words tend to flow out of me, fluttering effortlessly toward my word count. Regardless however, it is very rare that I feel the need to pen […]
REVIEW: Bob Dylan – Tempest
September 11th, 2012 Josh Hammond Artist: Bob Dylan Album: Tempest Genre: Bob Dylan Label: Columbia Let’s just put into context what a writer is up against when asked to break down the music of Bob Dylan. The album crooning through my Koss headphones will mark the 35th album released by the man. That’s 3 more albums than I have years […]