Christopher D

Contributing Writer

Christopher D's latest post – May 10, 2026

Christopher D's most recent reviews Browse all

Sahan Jayasuriya

Don’t Say Please: The Oral History of Die Kreuzen
Feral House (2026)

For those of us who spent the mid-to-late 1980s navigating basement community halls, churches, and loveable, armpit-smelling dive bars, the name Die Kreuzen was a permanent fixture on the punk rock radar. They were the sound of the Midwest underground --too fast for the goths to do their spooky Bela Lugosi "shoo the bats away" interpretive dance, too technical for … Read more

Sunn 0)))

S/T
Southern Lord (2026)

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !! THE APEX: SONIC !! ! & EXPERIMENTAL ! ! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !! Droning !! Loud !! Slow !! Heavy !! !! Ominous !! Atmospheric !! Glacial !! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ___________ !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! / \ !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | ( @ ) | !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! \___________/ !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!! THE CENTER: "MEDITATIVE" & "VISCERAL" !!!!!!!!! !!!!!!! EXPERIENCE—THE "EYE" THAT … Read more

Blue Ash

Dinner At Mr. Billy’s
Peppermint Records (2026)

Most people treat the Blue Ash story like a collection of "almosts" and they are sure missing the point.Almost famous, almost signed, almost the American Beatles. Forget that, erase that fable from your feeble grey matter. Dinner at Mr. Billy’s—straight from the Peppermint Productions vaults—proves they weren't just "lost" contenders. They were the engine room of the Rust Belt. While … Read more

The Heads

Yourprettyplaceisgoingtohell
Independent (2026)

This record is a sprawling, smoke-covered, raging slab of feedback. After decades of lurking in the Bristol shadows, The Heads haven’t just returned with Yourprettyplaceisgoingtohell; they’ve brought the sound of the walls closing in as fingernails scratch at brick. It’s a dense, suffocating, and majestic mess of a record—a jagged middle finger to the sanitized, algorithm-friendly "psych" scene. I like … Read more

Christopher D's most recent features Browse all

The Gits

Interviews • April 11, 2026

Almost three decades after their original run, The Gits remain a vital part of Seattle’s punk rock history. Their raw intensity, emotional directness, and fiercely independent spirit continue to resonate with new generations discovering them through streaming platforms and reissues. In 2026, the band’s legacy is further honored with the release of Etcetera, a specially curated LP for Record Store … Read more

The New York Dolls: Reflections and Legacy

Music • March 30, 2026

I first discovered the New York Dolls in the mid-to-late 1980s, just as I was beginning to stretch the boundaries of my musical journey. Up until then, my exposure to music had mostly come through my parents, aunts, and uncles. They planted the initial seeds, and those seeds quickly grew, fueled by my insatiable curiosity for new sounds -- and, … Read more

The Boys

Interviews • February 22, 2026

The Boys were perhaps one of the most underrated bands to ride the crest of the first wave of UK punk. Formed in London in 1976, they stood out from their peers with astute musicianship, melodic hooks, and clever lyrics. While bands like the Sex Pistols were focused on cash for chaos, The Boys embraced strong songwriting, classic rock ’n’ … Read more

Verböten

Interviews • February 9, 2026

ver·bo·ten adjective forbidden, especially by an authority. Verböten was formed in 1982 by a bunch of kids aged 10 to 14 years old, soon opening for Chicago's finest punk bands. Thanks to Dave Grohl's HBO series and best-selling book, mentioning Verböten led to opportunities to play Riot Fest and the recording of a new LP, 40-plus years later. I had … Read more

Christopher D's most recent blogposts Browse all

The Boys Concert Review

Posted by Christopher D • March 17, 2026

The Boys Ignite Toronto at the Horseshoe Tavern — March 13, 2026 Toronto’s miserable March chill didn’t stand a chance against the sweat, noise, and electricity inside the Horseshoe Tavern as fans packed shoulder to shoulder, awaiting a true punk institution. One voice rang out from the crowd declaring that … Read more

Those We Lost In 2023- Spotify Playlist

Posted by Christopher D • December 19, 2023

This is by no means a comprehensive list. It is largely compiled from News items, Wikipedia lists and Social Media Posts. Please note some of the additions are songwriters or composers of the songs. R.I.P Read more

Christmas -Scene Point Blank-2023

Posted by Christopher D • December 9, 2023

It's time to crack one open, sit by the fire and hit shuffle. Different takes on Classic Yuletide hits... HO HO HO..  Read more

Scene Point Blank- Christopher D- Episode 2

Posted by Christopher D • November 25, 2023

  Featuring Death, Alcohol, Screams, Spit and Clones. Ride the third rail to eternal damnation... All Aboard! A little song, a little dance, a little seltzer down your pants Read more

Christopher D's most recent news stories Browse all

Stephen Hamm- Are You Receiving Me- Video Premiere

Posted in Videos on March 23, 2024

Stephen Hamm, a legendary figure in the Vancouver music and arts scene for over three decades, is proud to announce the release of his second single, "Are You Receiving Me?", from his upcoming album Songs of the Future. Fans of Slow, The Evaporators, and Tankhog take note. Stephen's album will … Read more

Phil Marcade (The Senders)

Posted in Obituaries on June 8, 2023

Phil Marcade sadly passed away-June the 5th/2023 in Paris. I had the fortunate opportunity to interview Philippe recently. Philippe had a great sense of humour and a warm friendly demeanour. Wherever you may be I hope you are jamming with The Sender's much loved guitarist-Wild Bill Thompson. Your memory lives … Read more