Most rock stars follow a time-honored tradition when it comes to crafting their sound—think Jimi Hendrix and his endless improvising, or The Rolling Stones belting out bluesy riffs. But Carcass takes the opposite approach; instead of taking any risks with their music, they prefer to stick with what works! To be honest, I'm not sure if this is some kind of experimental tactic or just plain laziness; don't get me wrong, there are elements of Carcass' work that could be considered exciting in a mainstream way...read more

If you're a fan of Caravan Palace, this post isn't for you. But if you need a good laugh, buckle up and get ready to experience the wild ride that is my attempt at “constructive criticism when it comes to French electro swing band Caravan Palace...read more

No matter what your taste in music is, it’s safe to say that you’ve probably heard at least one Capital Cities song. After their successful debut single “Safe and Sound” went viral on streaming services like Spotify and iTunes, the indie-pop duo has been captivating listeners around the world since 2011...read more

Cannonball Adderley is a saxophonist, bandleader and composer who is most well-known for his funky jazz hits like ‘Mercy Mercy Mercy’. While some describe him as an iconic innovator of the jazz genre, here at Listening Land we think it's time to address a few grievances with the man - was he really as great as everyone makes him out to be? Let us take you on a fun journey alongside us where we uncover if Cannonball went...read more

Are you a fan of the band, Canned Heat? Even if not, you’ve heard their music at some point – with hits like ‘On The Road Again’ and ‘Let’s Work Together’. Although their opening single 'Goin' Up The Country' shot them to fame in 1968, unfortunately for us listeners today; it doesn't seem that they truly “caught fire”, so much as they fizzled out like a wet sparkler...read more

If you've ever heard Candlebox's music, you know that they have an acquired taste - and that taste just might need some acquiring! With their alternative grunge sound, the band has created a musical style unlike any other. While there are a few die-hard fans of this unique style, it also seems like many people simply don't understand what Candlebox is all about...read more

If you're a fan of Cam'ron, this post is not for you. In fact, if we were in the same room right now and I said his name, the only sound coming from your direction would be crickets chirping...read more

For those of you familiar with the works of Camille Saint-Saëns, one thing is for sure: it certainly won’t be a bore! Despite being formally trained at the Paris Conservatory during his younger days and later garnering much critical and popular acclaim in classical music circles, there are still plenty of quirks to admire about this iconic 19th century French composer. From his trademark 'shadowy mysticism' to absurdly lame puns, we'll explore in this blog post why Camille Saint-Saëns may just have been too clever for his own good sometimes…

Classical music often gets the reputation of being serious and stuffy, but Camille Saint-Saëns breaks that mold...read more

If you're listening to Camera Obscura, you might not realize that we are witnessing a musical masterpiece- – or rather an unmasterpiece. While some would argue that the artist is upending traditional rules of sound and introducing something new, others may take pause at Camera Obscura's questionable inflections and lyrical inaccuracies...read more

Let's just face it. When we listen to Cameo, something feels disappointing … and it has nothing to do with the band...read more

If you’re looking to make your next party pop, look no further than Calvin Harris feat. Example! With catchy lyrics and a bouncy beat, this music artist is sure to get the dance floor moving - but don't let all the fun fool you...read more

It's no secret that Calvin Harris has been on top of the music scene since his debut hit ''We Found Love'', but let’s be real here: he has some…interesting quirks. From his questionable fashion choices, to the often overproduced sound of his tracks, it’s hard not to laugh at him every once in a while...read more

If you’re a fan of Calle 13, prepare yourself for something unexpected; I’m about to launch into an entirely different way of looking at one of Latin America's most popular and talented artists. While everyone else is out singing Calle 13’s praises, it’s time to take off the rosy-colored glasses and take a look from another perspective – with just a touch of humor! Come along on my journey as I critique this unique musician who has made such an impact in the Latin music scene...read more

Cake is a music artist the world loves - or maybe we’re just too scared to tell them that their songs aren’t all they think they are. We can all agree at least one of Cake's singles should have never made it past the recording studio, and yet here we are head-bobbing along with laughter in our hearts for an artist that still insists on putting out subpar tracks...read more

Cage The Elephant has been a renowned icon in the music industry since his debut album back in 2008, but even die-hard fans have to admit that not all of their songs could make your feet tap. While some may call them edgy, others argue that too much artistic license can ruin an otherwise good track -- after all, sometimes less is more...read more