Artist: Yeasayer Album: Fragrant World Genre: Indie Label: Secretly Canadian Just for a second, picture the modern indie scene as a middle school with each band representing a different stereotype of student. Animal Collective, the younger brother of Flaming Lips, would of course represent the weird kid who was often caught eating glue in the back […]
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THE SHORT CUT: An Interview with Director Robert Morgan
August 9th, 2012 
Brian Leak The Short Cut is a new column on Under The Gun that showcases the careers of short film directors. Shorts are often overlooked when it comes to the entire spectrum of film, and by including interviews with the directors themselves and information about their creative efforts, this column will highlight the work of some of […]
LIVE REVIEW: Middle of the Map Fest (4/5/12 – 4/7/12)
April 11th, 2012 Josh Hammond I honestly feel like there is no way to start this review outside of telling Kansas City how proud I am to be a part of its music scene. This fest at its core minimum shoots pride through my body in a way I have never experienced. Wandering the streets of Westport, flooded with the […]
Vampires Everywhere! Respond To Hate, Leaked Demos
January 8th, 2012 James Shotwell Michael Vampire, vocalist for Century Media’s Vampires Everwhere!, has broken his silence regarding a recent string of digital hate directed at the band following the leak of what Michael claims to be “pre-pro demos.” For those who missed the drama as it unfolded, revenge porn site IsAnyoneUp posted download links to three files they claimed […]
REVIEW: Stephen Jerzak – Miles And Miles
June 26th, 2011 James Shotwell “So, even in its wake, Miles and Miles still leaves me questioning the level of seriousness I’m supposed to attach to my analysis. In the course of pondering same, I have found one lyric from the album that sums it all up. “I’m so happy it’ll drive you crazy.” There’s your review!”
PREVIEW: The Hood Internet mixtape vol. 5
February 16th, 2011 James Shotwell If you aren’t familiar with the The Hood Internet‘s mashup series, it’s time you meet your new best friends. Blending the best hip hop talent with indie greats like Matt And Kim, Holy Fuck, and The XX, this is one mashup mixtape you’ll want to play again and again. Click through to stream the ENTIRE mix and find out how you can download a copy for yourse
UTG’s BEST ALBUMS OF 2010
December 24th, 2010 James Shotwell As another year comes to a close, it’s time once again for the UTG staff to pick their most beloved and hated albums of the year. Click through to see who made the cut and who we’d rather see forgotten in 2011.
Manchester Orchestra, She & Him, 73 more added to Forecastle festival
May 11th, 2010 Grant Trimboli The event, which focuses on activism in addition to music and the arts, also features film screenings, speakers and outdoor activities.
Danger Mouse Patches Things Up With EMI
March 4th, 2010 Grant Trimboli The reasons for the legal dispute are still mysterious, but apparently they didn’t run that deep. BBC 6 Music is now reporting that the dispute is over and the album will be officially released this year.
The first 200 SxSW 2010 artists announced
November 28th, 2009 James Shotwell The people behind next year’s SxSW [or South by South West] Festival have revealed the first 200 confirmed [though subject to change] acts: SXSW 2010 Showcasing Bands *Information subject to change* Aa (Brooklyn NY) Acid Mothers Temple & The Melting Paraiso UFO (Osaka JAPAN) A Classic Education (Bologna ITALY) Alpha Rev (Austin TX) Amaral (Madrid […]
As Tall As Lions – You Can’t Take It With You
August 21st, 2009 James Shotwell Artist: As Tall As Lions Album: You Can’t Take It With You Genre: Indie Pop Label: East West/Triple Crown As Tall As Lions have built a loyal following over their past two releases by mixing modern pop music with a twist of indie fusion and a thick layer of romance. Even if the songs have […]
La Dispute – Somewhere At The Bottom Of The River Between Vega and Altair
October 3rd, 2008 James Shotwell Band: La Dispute Album: Somewhere At The Bottom Of The River Between Vega and Altair Genre: Experimental Rock Label: No Sleep Tracks: 1. Such Small Hands 2. Said The King to The River 3. New Storms for Old Lovers 4. Damaged Goods 5. Fall Down, Never Get Back Up Again 6. Bury Your Flame […]