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Adam P. Newton
@dryvetyme.bsky.social
Sounds. Words. Coffee. Star Trek. Family.
Contributor at @treblezine.bsky.social and @beardedgmusic.bsky.social.
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A stirring album-length story about the depravity of humanity, "Control" by @pedrothelion.bsky.social is one of my favorite albums of all time. I'm thankful for the art and artistry of @davebazan.bsky.social.

My Hall of Fame essay for @treblezine.bsky.social: www.treblezine.com/pedro-the-li...
Pedro the Lion : Control | A peak of early '00s emo | Treble
On their 2002 album 'Control', Pedro the Lion delivered a career high, moving into a darker exploration of infidelity
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ICYMI: Our 100 favorite songs of the year

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The 100 Best Songs of 2025 | Treble
As the year draws ever nearer to a close, we queue up an epic playlist with our list of the 100 best songs of 2025
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December 5, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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When you need to dig yourself out of it, Home Front's 'Watch It Die' will give you the fuel you need.

It's one of our top 50 albums of 2025

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December 5, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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For the late night crowd, check out my latest article on @beardedgmusic.bsky.social and let me know the best tape, CD, or album you received as a gift?

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The Beths and The Risk of Gifting Music - Bearded Gentlemen Music
Mac shares a story about the risk and reward of gifting an album from The Beths to a colleague and why we should gift more music.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:19 AM
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With CHEERS FROM THE AFTERLIFE, Kreeps have traded gothic comic book camp for an emotional tapestry of faded home movies stitched together with heartache and grace. Check my full review at @beardedgmusic.bsky.social
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Kreeps - Cheers From The Afterlife | Beyond Grief and Redemption - Bearded Gentlemen Music
With CHEERS FROM THE AFTERLIFE, Kreeps trade gothic murder ballads for doomgaze that's both haunting and vulnerable.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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With #FRANKENSTEIN, Guillermo Del Toro finally brings his passion project to life. But what is he really trying to say with this reimagining? Gabbo Parra reviews

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FRANKENSTEIN (2025) - A MONSTROUS REVELATION - Bearded Gentlemen Music
Guillermo del Toro's reinvention of the iconic FRANKENSTEIN doesn't lecture about playing God, but puts parental truama into perspective.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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'Tis the season to enjoy Christmas music, so I decided to chat with @ronniemartin.bsky.social about his love of the holiday and what inspires him to craft such excellent tunes.

My interview at @beardedgmusic.bsky.social - beardedgentlemenmusic.com/2025/12/04/r...
Ronnie Martin Christmas Music Interview | Bearded Gentlemen
Ronnie Martin talks to Adam P. Newton about his love for Christmas music, how he makes it, and what gets him excited for the season.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Check it out stoked that I contributed some words to @treblezine.bsky.social best songs of 2025 list with glowing blurbs for Black Eyes, Circuit Des Yeux, bar italia, Tunde Adebimpe & FACS … dig into the whole list !
December 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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The best speakers to buy in 2025 - wired and wireless

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The Best Speakers of 2025: Wired and Wireless | Treble
We're diving into the best setup for your home audio system with our recommendations for the best speakers of 2025, wired or wireless
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December 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Essential Tracks is back!

And it's now on Patreon. Our latest favorites from Converge, Mandy, Indiana, Ulrika Spacek, Angelica Garcia, The Null Club and more.

Subscribe and turn it up! patreon.com/treblezine
December 4, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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With over 30 albums under his belt, @ronniemartin.bsky.social has covered it all. But one of his favorite genres is #holiday music. @dryvetyme.bsky.social sits down with Martin to discuss his career and what makes the perfect #Christmas song.
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Ronnie Martin Christmas Music Interview | Bearded Gentlemen
Ronnie Martin talks to Adam P. Newton about his love for Christmas music, how he makes it, and what gets him excited for the season.
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December 4, 2025 at 5:56 PM
'Tis the season to enjoy Christmas music, so I decided to chat with @ronniemartin.bsky.social about his love of the holiday and what inspires him to craft such excellent tunes.

My interview at @beardedgmusic.bsky.social - beardedgentlemenmusic.com/2025/12/04/r...
Ronnie Martin Christmas Music Interview | Bearded Gentlemen
Ronnie Martin talks to Adam P. Newton about his love for Christmas music, how he makes it, and what gets him excited for the season.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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What an excellent list from such insightful writers!

I was honored to write about Margo Price and DJ Haram.
December 2, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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I'm a little biased but I think our list kinda rocks.

Mostly because I like these albums, and the people who wrote them, and what they wrote about those good albums.
December 2, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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For you on December 2, the 50 Best Albums of 2025 from Treblezine. I wrote about the futuristic R&B of Rochelle Jordan and the LA-based experimental jazz supergroup, SML.

✒️ @treblezine.bsky.social

@intlanthem.bsky.social

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The 50 Best Albums of 2025 | Treble
We wrap a long and overwhelming year with a list that captures a wide spread of the best music we heard: the 50 best albums of 2025
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December 2, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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As always, @treblezine.bsky.social present an outstanding, comprehensive look at the year's best music across so many genres. More listening fodder!

#musicsky
December 2, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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What an excellent list from such insightful writers!

I was honored to write about Margo Price and DJ Haram.
December 2, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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The 100 Best Songs of 2025 from @treblezine.bsky.social
..... I wrote about the New Zealand indie rock band The Beths' "No Joy" and the Chicago-based American post-rock band Tortoise and their song "Oganesson."

@thebeths.bsky.social
@intlanthem.bsky.social

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The 100 Best Songs of 2025 | Treble
As the year draws ever nearer to a close, we queue up an epic playlist with our list of the 100 best songs of 2025
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December 1, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Can't wait to dive into this later today. I adore what Treble are doing in music criticism.
December 1, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Check out this amazing list of majestic songs!

I was honored to write about Alex G, Olafur Arnalds and Talos, HUNTR/X, Dijon, and Cate Le Bon.
December 1, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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We at @treblezine.bsky.social are back on our end-of-year bullshit. Our top 100 songs of ‘25 include my takes on @nin.com, @backxwash.bsky.social, Lady Gaga and more.
December 1, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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You know what it is for this month. It's the year-end list season.

Speaking of, I've managed to contribute to Treble Zine's 2025 SOTY list. Read, share, and listen to the picks that were chosen for this list! :DDD
December 1, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Gifting music can be risky, especially if you're not sure what kind of music the individual regularly listens to. However, @rmac53b.bsky.social shares his experience gambling with the latest record from @thebeths.bsky.social
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The Beths and The Risk of Gifting Music - Bearded Gentlemen Music
Mac shares a story about the risk and reward of gifting an album from The Beths to a colleague and why we should gift more music.
beardedgentlemenmusic.com
December 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM