Vocally, musically, and lyrically, the band has far exceeded expectations, and has proven that Columbia absolutely shit the bed in letting these guys slip away. Simply put, Lovedrug has set the bar for 2007, and this year's future releases are going to have a hell of a time playing catch-up.  Full text...

While Lovedrug may never achieve the level of a U2 or Radiohead, they marry Brit-rock sensibilities with the passionate drive of groups like Mae and Copeland in a way that is both pleasantly familiar and uniquely theirs.  Full text...

Coldplay with crank.  Full text...

Everything Starts Where It Ends strives to be epic in the vain of Muse, but ends up more of the same, polished and refined to fit the casual fan’s needs.  Full text...

Leaving emo's redeeming characteristic -- a hyper-active sense of style and drama -- Lovedrug heads into the breach armed only with a bleeding heart, an aching soul and just enough chutzpah to spin it into mild-mannered alt-pop.  Full text...