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B Stout
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I write about music and films, roast coffee, and love my kids and friends. Archive of my PopMatters work here: https://www.popmatters.com/author/brian-stout
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Despite the mixed results on 'Stardust', two things remain clear: it’ll be impossible to predict where Danny Brown goes next, and it will be appointment listening.

Out now via @warprecords.bsky.social

REVIEW: tinyurl.com/DannyBrown25
Danny Brown Remains Unpredictable on 'Stardust' » PopMatters
Despite the mixed results on Stardust, two things remain clear: it'll be impossible to predict where Danny Brown goes next, and it will be appointment listening.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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My best punk and hardcore list for @popmatters.com is up!
@setterwindrecords.bsky.social
@culttherapymusic.bsky.social
@deafclub.bsky.social
@relapserecords.bsky.social
@greetdeath.bsky.social
@poolkidsband.bsky.social
@epitaphrecords.bsky.social

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The Best Punk and Hardcore Albums of 2025 » PopMatters
The best punk ranges from pop-leaning emo to potent noise, shoegaze, and hardcore to Revolution Summer-inspired politically minded blasts of righteous anger.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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New Armand Hammer record review.

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Armand Hammer and the Alchemist Deliver a Masterclass » PopMatters
For listeners drawn to the art of hip-hop, the music meant to stand the test of time, Armand Hammer and the Alchemist's Mercy is a feast.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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My review of the new Evan Dando book for @popmatters.com

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Lemonheads' Evan Dando Authors His Addictive Hooks » PopMatters
Lemonhead Evan Dando's long-awaited memoir is an engaging, sometimes harrowing, trip through the 1990s alternative rock boom.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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New section on @popmatters.com !
We are reviewing singles now. My first one is about the new Shudder to Think single!
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Shudder to Think – "Thirst Walk"/"Playback" » PopMatters
Shudder to Think pick up where they left off with two new singles.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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A Tribe Called Quest released ‘Midnight Marauders’ 32 years ago on November 9, 1993

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November 10, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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Evan Dando is back with a solid collection of songs.

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The Lemonheads' Songcraft Is Intact on 'Love Chant' » PopMatters
The Lemonheads' Evan Dando returns with his first collection of originals in quite some time, adding country and psychedelia to the mix.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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So honored to be writing about the shows celebrating Flint Local 432! Be there if you can. It’ll be a massive night.

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Next Flint Local 432 Celebration Show has Punk, Rock, and Punk Rock
The celebration of 40 years of music at Flint Local 432 continues, with another show on October 25 at Soggy Bottom. The lineup includes the…
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October 21, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Also, my review of One Battle After Another!

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One Battle After Another's Appealing Radical Heart » PopMatters
One Battle After Another's sympathetic portrayals of left-wing radicalized groups seems an impossible-to-resist target of the pearl-clutching, but it’s been less of a lightning rod than expected on th...
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October 21, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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Interview with Allen Epley of Shiner! It’s a great conversation about making a living while making art.
@popmatters.com
@spartanrecords.bsky.social

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Shiner's Allen Epley Discusses Balancing Life and Art » PopMatters
Everyone in Shiner is focused on their new album, which is another stellar release, sure to please longtime fans and likely to convert some new ones.
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October 21, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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New Militarie Gun record is another banger. www.popmatters.com/militarie-gu...
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Militarie Gun Don't Need God to Save Them » PopMatters
If you loved Militarie Gun's previous work, you will be singing along after a few listens this time, too. It's an excellent, aggressive indie record with genuine heart.
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October 20, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Reviewed the killer new Shiner record. One of their very best.
@spartanrecords.bsky.social

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Shiner Do What They Do Best on 'BELIEVEYOUME' » PopMatters
This is Shiner at the peak of their powers, delivering a juiced-up version of their sound. It's a must-listen for anyone who loves heavy, catchy rock songs.
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October 1, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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Go see One Battle After Another. Best film of 2025. PTA can do anything.
September 26, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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Interviewed Justin Pearson from Deaf Club, The Locust, and much more!

It’s a great one. Watch the video for “Pain in the Assery,” too.

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Deaf Club's Justin Pearson on Permanent State of Happiness » PopMatters
Deaf Club's Justin Pearson, legendary frontperson of hardcore's the Locusts, reflects on the state of the world and permanently courting controversy.
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September 23, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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My review of what is currently album of the year. www.popmatters.com/wednesday-bl...
Wednesday Bleed For Their Art » PopMatters
Wednesday's Bleeds is a monumental statement from one of the most exciting bands today, and it's among the best records of the year.
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September 16, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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Wednesday's BLEEDS is a monumental statement from one of the most exciting bands today, and it’s among the best records of the year.

#PMPick [9/10] out Friday (9/19).

REVIEW: tinyurl.com/WedBleed
Wednesday Bleed For Their Art » PopMatters
Wednesday's Bleeds is a monumental statement from one of the most exciting bands today, and it's among the best records of the year.
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September 16, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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It’s a great time to help out one of my favorite authors and a truly lovely human. @adamgnade.bsky.social is having a sale on his work and you will thank me for recommending that you get in on this.

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September 14, 2025 at 12:21 AM
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Wrote a review of the massive night in Flint celebrating Local 432!

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Things We Know for Sure: Local Legends May/June headlined a memorable night of music celebrating…
By Brian Stout
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September 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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RFKj: "People in the 60's looked healthier!"

People in the 60's:
Infamous image of survivorship bias, showing all the places that bombers were hit by gunfire and made it back to base, leaving out all the ones that didn't make it
September 4, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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You’ve been warned
#HailSatan #SpyOnYourKids
August 25, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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August 25, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Labor of love here. Me writing about the all ages club I frequented and a band comprised of my friends, who will reunite to celebrate said club.

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Always Hire a Punk Rocker: May/June Returns to Celebrate Flint Local 432’s 40th Anniversary
By Brian Stout
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August 12, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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New Greet Death record is a masterpiece. www.popmatters.com/greet-death-...

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Greet Death Embrace the Fragility of Life on 'Die in Love' » PopMatters
Greet Death's Die in Love is destined to be a go-to for when the pain of life needs balance with some hope, and that is a year-round need.
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August 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Greet Death's 'Die in Love' is destined to be a go-to for when the pain of life needs balance with some hope, and that is a year-round need.

This is the perfect soundtrack for the summer wind-down.

#PMPick [9/10] out now via @deathwishinc.bsky.social.

REVIEW: tinyurl.com/GreetDeath25
Greet Death Embrace the Fragility of Life on 'Die in Love' » PopMatters
Greet Death's Die in Love is destined to be a go-to for when the pain of life needs balance with some hope, and that is a year-round need.
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August 11, 2025 at 1:21 PM