This week, theworld has been going Beach House crazy. Okay, just the music world. Well, really just the music blogger world. I've seen the new album called this year's Merriweather Post Pavilion. That's a pretty bold statement. Even Merriweather was running a distance 2nd to Bruce Springsteen's Working On A Dream this time last year. But the power of an album is really its staying power.
Friday, 29 January 2010
Wednesday, 27 January 2010
The Unknown: The Can't See
Posted on 17:13 by Unknown
First came Built To Spill. They came to Seattle to fill the void that Nirvana left.Next came Modest Mouse. They came to Seattle to fill the void when Built To Spill wasn't around. Everyone called them Built To Spill Jr. And if you actually said this to Isaac Brock, he'd punch you in the face. I swear. I saw it happen.Next came 764-HERO. They came to Seattle to fill the void when Modest
Friday, 22 January 2010
The Unknown: Spoon - Get Nice!
Posted on 12:08 by Unknown
I had a good response from my fans picking up the Spoon album this week. You can still get it from my Amazon store although the $3.99 offer has ended.So, as promised, I'm posting Spoon's very rare "Get Nice." A bonus CD of demos included on some copies of GAx5. But there's a catch. Sorta. I'm asking everyone to donate some money to the victims of the Haiti quake.Below are FIVE ways to donate
Thursday, 21 January 2010
The 11 Most Exciting Acts to see at Coachella 2010
Posted on 10:35 by Unknown
The lineup for the 2010 Coachella show is out. And some strange headliners. Jay-z the first night...okay, I can see it. Muse the 2nd night...yeah, I guess...may be too commercial for the show...but okay. Gorillaz the 3rd night. Gorillaz? Headliner? Aren't they just a novelty act? Considering you have Thom Yorke (a previous headliner) and the Pavement reunion on the same night...you went
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Wednesday, 20 January 2010
The 11 Best Songs By Jay Reatard
Posted on 15:32 by Unknown
Last week, Jay Reatard was found dead in his home. He was 29. I just learned about his death today. I'm not sure if that's a statement on my life. Two sick kids can keep you pre-occupied from breaking news. Or is it a statement on the current state of the music industry? Here is a very talented music maker, with a solid reputation for one hell of a live show and rabid following. Many
Tuesday, 19 January 2010
The 11 Best Songs By Spoon:
Posted on 19:43 by Unknown
The death of the CD store is coming. But for the moment...many used CD stores are actually booming in business. The reason: everyone is turning to computer-based listening. They're uploading their CDs and then selling them off. And the used stores are reeping the benefits. As convenient as it is to buy an album online, there's something to be said for walking through the wooden aisles of a
Monday, 18 January 2010
The Unknown: Spoon - And The Dish Ran Away
Posted on 20:06 by Unknown
Last night I re-watched the first act to Full Metal Jacket. Easily one of the best first acts in a modern film. In fact, the first scene in the barracks may be one of the best scenes written for film...ever. The dialogue is so sharp, it would make Swearingen from Deadwood blush. As brilliant as this film is...when it comes to war films, it seems to never get the wide recognition it deserves.
Saturday, 16 January 2010
The Unknown: Bad Lieutenant - Never Cry Another Tear
Posted on 16:18 by Unknown
For those who don't know. Bad Lieutenant is basically New Order minus Peter Hook. It's Summer on vocals. Morris on drums, and Cunningham (who replaced Gilbert) from Siren's Call. The only new addition is for Hooky's bass.How unknown is this band? Well...I didn't know they existed and I'm a huge New Order fan. I knew the band broke up...but didn't know the others had reformed. My early
Tuesday, 12 January 2010
The Unknown: Vampire Weekend - Daytrotter Sessions
Posted on 10:14 by Unknown
My kids love new toys. In fact, the newer the toy the better. In fact, the anticipation of getting the toy is almost better than actually getting the toy. In fact, looking at the toy in the store with the anticipation of buying it may be the best feeling to them. About a year ago, my daughter saw this toy in Target and squealed just to see it. So I let her play with the box. She stared at
Thursday, 7 January 2010
The 11 Most Anticipated Albums of 2010 (July-Dec)
Posted on 13:14 by Unknown
No, these are not official. But based on the rumors...the updates...even a couple tweets...this is likely what the end of the year should look like.Here are The 11 Most Anticipated Albums of 2010 (July-Dec):1. Outkast (Big Boi/Andre 3000 solo LPs) - (Sept)2. Dr. Dre - Detox (Nov)3. Radiohead - TBD (Oct)4. Soundgarden - TBD (Oct)5. The Strokes - TBD (August)6. Interpol - TBD (July)7. The Klaxons
Tuesday, 5 January 2010
The 11 Most Anticipated Albums of 2010 (Apr - June)
Posted on 11:29 by Unknown
This 3-month period reads like it could be the top albums of the year...Here are The 11 Most Anticipated Albums of 2010 (Apr - June):1. The Shins - TBD (May)2. Arcade Fire - TBD (May)3. Beastie Boys - Hot Sauce Committee (June)4. LCD Soundsystem - TBD (May)5. She & Him - Volume 2 (Apr.)6. MGMT - Congratulations (Apr.)7. Gorillaz - Plastic Beach (Apr.)8. Against Me! - White Crosses (June)9
Sunday, 3 January 2010
The 11 Most Anticipated Albums of 2010 (Jan-Mar)
Posted on 22:53 by Unknown
It's amazing how much busier I am during the holidays than I am during the regular part of the year. Here's a quick list of what's to come.Here are The 11 Most Anticipated Albums of 2010 (Jan-Mar):1. Spoon - Transference (Jan. 19)2. Vampire Weekend - Contra (Jan. 12)3. Hot Chip - One Life Stand (Feb. 9)4. Midlake - The Courage of Others (Feb. 2)5. David Byrne & Fatboy Slim - Here Lies Love (Feb.
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