Mini and mighty Black Cross Hotel – Songs for Switches Someoddpilot Records | October 31st, 2025 I love an October 31 release that makes sense without being overtly spoopy themed. I first came across Black Cross Hotel as an early-set band on a mini-festival, which I attended mostly to see the band after them (another local Chicago band that rules, Huntsman), and I’m so glad I arrived early. Their synth-laden industrial punch damn near knocked me out. Vocalist Dee DeEmme has an incredible presence with an intense vocal delivery, and you know you’re going to get some sick melodic hooks … Continue reading Mini Reviews From Around The Bowl (11/13/25)