Pioneering synth pop band Berlin has released the music video for their new single and title track from their latest studio album, Animal. The video, which was directed by Chad Michael Ward and premiered over on Idolator, was filmed in an S&M dungeon and features appearances from RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Raven and Sister Indica and DeMencha of Sisters of ... Read More »
Terri Nunn & Berlin Announce Spring Tour Dates, Reveal New Single
Pioneering synth pop band Berlin has announced a string of East Coast tour dates in support of their fantastic album Animal, which was released last year. The tour kicks off at the end of April and follows a run of shows in California, Arizona and Washington. If you haven’t checked out Animal, you’re missing out on one of my favorite albums ... Read More »
Jared Braden’s Top 40 Songs Of 2013
It’s that time of the year again, and no I’m not referring to holiday shopping at crowded malls, rude salespeople and awkward family gatherings. It’s time for me to present my top forty singles of the year. It may be a little too early for this, but I figured, why not? 2013 saw the more than welcome return of several veteran ... Read More »
Single Review: Berlin – “It’s the Way”
Pioneering synth pop band Berlin is back with a brand new studio album titled Animal. Unfortunately, Berlin opted to release the ballad “It’s The Way” as the first single from the album. Weighed down by dated, sappy production, it is the absolute weakest track on the new LP. “It’s The Way” has potential, and lead singer Terri Nunn has never ... Read More »
Jared Braden Podcast Episode One: Classic/Current
I finally got around to making my first podcast for the site! For the first episode, I decided to go for a classic/current playlist. You’ll hear new and old music from Berlin, Boy George, Thelma Houston and more. I made a few mistakes, like getting the title of “Don’t Leave Me This Way” wrong, but I still hope you enjoy ... Read More »