Bobby Forand

1 week ago | newnoisemagazine.com | Bobby Forand

The Cheats are a long-running band based out of Pittsburgh, PA. They formed in 2001, intending to play sleazy, ‘70s-style punk in any dank bar that would have them. Since that time, the band have released an extensive discography of full-lengths and EPs, splits, and an album of covers. Through life and line-up changes, the quintet haven’t let anything slow them down. “We just love what we do,” says vocalist Todd Cheat. “We still get the same rush from when we were just starting out.

1 month ago | newnoisemagazine.com | Bobby Forand

Album Reviews, Review Bobby Forand May 16, 2025 RATING:  5/5 Raging Nathans were not what I initially expected, which ended up being a pleasant surprise. I was expecting straight-up fun pop-punk because of the bands they’ve toured and released splits with, but the Ohio quartet proves to be so much more. The band blends aggressive rock with all the necessary elements of punk. They sound angry, but there is an element of pop-punk that slightly eases the tension. Room for One More is Raging...

2 months ago | newnoisemagazine.com | Bobby Forand

News Bobby Forand April 28, 2025 RATING:  5/5 The Kilograms’ debut album was just what I needed at this current moment. Things haven’t been so great in my personal timeline, but their upbeat ska/punk rock tunes cheer me up. There is a familiar feel to their sound (more on that in a bit), making Beliefs & Thieves an incredibly comforting listen. It’s approachable and welcoming to listeners, sounding like an old friend greeting you with a smile. The Kilograms are a band that I was unaware...

Mar 25, 2025 | newnoisemagazine.com | Bobby Forand

Foxy Shazam have pulled off a rare feat with the release of Animality Opera. Sure, plenty of bands can and have released great albums, but few have come up with an album title that so accurately describes the music confined within. The Cincinnati quintet roar out of the speakers with a raw, animal-like passion combined with theatrical elements held together by Eric Nally’s high-pitched and near opera-range voice.

May 29, 2024 | motifri.com | Bobby Forand

Everything has become way too expensive lately, including travel. Beside the cost, airports are a hassle and the potential of flight cancellations or getting stuck at an airport creates an aura of anxiety that takes away from the fun of travel. We here at Motif suggest staying local while doing all of the touristy activities this state has to offer. This will alleviate your travel worries, support the local economy, and you’ll realize all the beauty Rhode Island possesses.