‘Nerdcore Music’ Archives
A GeekPeek at Drama
THE DEAL: So, as most of you around the Nerdcore community have become aware of, the gossip blogging website Nerdcoredrama.com has recently been involved in drama of it's own. Over the weekend, this mudslinging group decided to post a story about a certain artist's personal life, involving a very serious issue. Although there is a LOT of drama [...]
KPX: Hero vs. Villain
There's no hiding it. I was excited for King Pheenix's concept EP Hero vs. Villain to come out. After hearing the pre-release hype, I downloaded it immediately. Well, here are some thoughts: As an overall idea, I love the superhero angle. In short, this album tells the tale of a man who must choose whether or not to use his power for good or [...]
Dr. Awkward is Unlimited
If there is one thing that amazes me, it's an artist who can spit bars on point AND sing with a smooth, rich tone. Dr. Awkward, a Scrub Club Records signed nerdcore hip hop artist is a great example of such talent. His first album, the "Next Gen" EP, astounded us in early 2009. One track in particular, "Geekuilibrium", has been referred to (at [...]
A PhD in 8-bit, and some Nerdapalooza Stuff
A New/Old Dr. Horrible: Everyone by now should be familiar with Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, the genius musical work of Joss Whedon, starring Neil Patrick Harris, Nathan Fillion and Felicia Day. Well, Doctor Octoroc has brought to the world a new - well, old - take on the musical: Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Game, an 8-bit, nintendo-inspired [...]
