CONCERT REVIEW: Erasure (The Pabst Theatre, Milwaukee)

In addition to their expansive roster of past hits, venerable synthpop duo Erasure shows off songs from their brand new studio album, The Violet Flame, at the Pabst Theatre. 

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FEATURE: Dance Party Grudge Match: Depeche Mode vs. New Order

Considering the impressive volume of quality music the two bands have produced over the years, the Depeche Mode vs. New Order Dance Party, going down tonight at Mad Planet, should be a happening little shindig, but it also poses a serious question (for music nerds anyway), namely, which of the two synth-pop giants is ultimately the better band? In the interest of settling the debate once and for all (that's likely, right?) I take a look at the two accomplished contenders to see who walks away with the title.

 

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