Jon Allmond

Music is one of the few things in this world that truly makes any sense. I love to write but that's obvious. I'm a big Wes Anderson and Bukowski fan. I run the music blog Cassette Rewind and I help write for Jealous Gold as well. Anime is cool and reading is fun.
Album Reviews“Empty Estates” by Wild Nothing
May 14. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

“Empty Estates” by Wild Nothing

Shortly after the release of Nocturne, Wild Nothing is back with his Empty Estates EP, and it could just be his most captivating work to date.

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DiscoveryHEAR THIS: IYES
April 03. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

HEAR THIS: IYES

There’s something incredibly special about the alluring electronic sounds of Brighton’s IYES and once you hear it, your ears will be sure to thank you.

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DiscoveryHEAR THIS: Teenage Sweater
March 29. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

HEAR THIS: Teenage Sweater

San Francisco’s Teenage Sweater gives us hope for a sound that most have considered over and done with…and it’s incredibly refreshing.

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Album Reviews“One” by Tying Tiffany
March 12. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

“One” by Tying Tiffany

Italy’s Tying Tiffany is back with her latest EP, One, and if you’re looking for a healthy dose of dance worthy darkness, then look no further.

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Album Reviews“Golden Grrrls” by Golden Grrrls
February 26. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

“Golden Grrrls” by Golden Grrrls

Chances are that you won’t find Betty White anywhere near Golden Grrrls’ debut album, but with such a contagious, upbeat sound, anything could happen.

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Album Reviews“The New Life” by Girls Names
February 26. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

“The New Life” by Girls Names

Girls Names returns with their sophomore album and it’s something that deserves to be enjoyed in all of its dark, post-punk glory.

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Album Reviews“Clash The Truth” by Beach Fossils
February 19. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

“Clash The Truth” by Beach Fossils

Clash The Truth isn’t perfect but it is exceptionally solid and it goes to show that Beach Fossils is more than just a one trick pony that’ll fade away.

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FeaturesOUT ON A LIMB: To The Mars Volta — A Hiatus Is An Insult
February 06. 2013 | By Jon Allmond

OUT ON A LIMB: To The Mars Volta — A Hiatus Is An Insult

The Mars Volta may be over, but throughout their career they’ve given fans something unforgettable and that’s there to stay.

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