From the music-minded duo behind Once, John Carney and Peter McDonald trade soft romance for something far more morally grey with Power Ballad. If you thought “Falling Slowly” was an earworm, wait until you hear “How to Write a Song (Without You)” to move in and start rearranging furniture. Power Ballad feels like a mash-up … Continue reading SXSW Power Ballad Review: A Stunning Music Drama That Hits Every Note