instrumental rock

Fountain of Time: An Interview with Bill MacKay

Fountain of Time: An Interview with Bill MacKay

Chicago songwriter and guitarist Bill MacKay reflects on his softly powerful recent experimental rock work, and a life spent in thrall to the innate poetry in people and places.

The ‘Heavy Age’ Is Here: An Interview with Unwed Sailor

The ‘Heavy Age’ Is Here: An Interview with Unwed Sailor

Unwed Sailor's Johnathon Ford discusses the history and evolution of his beloved band. "I've always focused more on a verse-chorus-bridge kind of structure. To my brain, it's like a New Order song without vocals."

CHON Continue Their Intricate Yet Inviting Instrumental Excellence on Self-Titled Third LP

CHON Continue Their Intricate Yet Inviting Instrumental Excellence on Self-Titled Third LP

Fans CHON's previous work—as well as instrumental rock in a broader sense—will surely find plenty to enjoy about Chon. Just don't expect anything especially diverse or daring along the way.

Earth Make Their Purest Sonic Statement with ‘Full Upon Her Burning Lips’

Earth Make Their Purest Sonic Statement with ‘Full Upon Her Burning Lips’

Dylan Carlson and Adrienne Davies strip all ornamentation away from Earth's sound on their ninth studio album, Full Upon Her Burning Lips, the band's purest sonic statement to date.

Joe Satriani’s ‘What Happens Next’ Is His Most Rocking Album

Joe Satriani’s ‘What Happens Next’ Is His Most Rocking Album

Melodies and shredding galore power Joe Satriani's most rocking release to date.

Steve Vai: The Story of Light