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INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Zach Hurd (Musician)

By Marty Mulrooney Zach Hurd is a musician from Brooklyn, New York. After graduating from college, he toured in the duo Causeway, performing at colleges, clubs and festivals across the country. Over the past few years he has established himself … Continue reading

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MUSIC REVIEW – Eye Contact by Gang Gang Dance

By Joseph Marshall Gang Gang Dance are a four part boundary pushing collective from New York. Their name goes a long way towards describing their deep, tribal sound, which is at the same time upbeat and urban. In 2004, vocalist … Continue reading

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INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Paul Carrack (Singer/Songwriter)

By Marty Mulrooney Paul Carrack is a British singer/songwriter who was born in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. He has played with many successful bands over the years including Ace, Squeeze, Mike & The Mechanics and Roxy Music. He has also … Continue reading

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MUSIC REVIEW – Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will by Mogwai

By Joseph Marshall Scottish act Mogwai are back with their most unfriendly album title to date, Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this record, as having only listened to a few loose … Continue reading

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INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Robert Holmes (Composer, Gray Matter Soundtrack/Gabriel Knight Series)

By Marty Mulrooney Robert Holmes is an American composer best known for his work at Sierra Online, where he composed the music for the Gabriel Knight series of adventure games created by Jane Jensen (his wife) throughout the 90’s. Most … Continue reading

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MUSIC REVIEW – The King of Limbs by Radiohead

By Joseph Marshall Radiohead are a group who’ve come under a great deal of flak over the years. In Britain at least, they are typically stigmatised as pretentious. Having deserted the grunge and alternative rock roots of their early work … Continue reading

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INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Simon D’souza (Composer, The Journey Down: Over The Edge Soundtrack)

By Marty Mulrooney Following on from our recent chat with The Journey Down: Over The Edge creator Theodor Waern, AMO is proud to present yet another exclusive interview, this time with the game’s soundtrack composer Simon D’souza! Fans can can … Continue reading

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