Thursday, September 28, 2006
As a well-spent day brings happy sleep, so life well used brings happy death.
I need to head to Chicago soon so I wouldn't be able to post for a few days and sorry Chicago people but I wouldn't have any time to sit a down a pint or two.
I do have time for a quick update.
This is awesome. Ping Pong meets the matrix.
The War on Terror...the boardgame. More info on this game from Board Game Geek.
White and Nerdy...Weird Al is back. and more YouTube love for the college kids. Electric Six "I buy the Drugs"
and I leave you with a Screech Sex Tape... after just reading that I need to retake my shower.
More later
Bro
The title is a quote from Leonardo da Vinci
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
Next Week 23
So last night went to Watercolor Cafe to see Mike Viola perform. He was great. He told great stories and pulled a Springsteen and played more than two hours. Good time had by all.
Next is a new music show at 1071thepeak.com. You can stream it from the website. It plays Wednesday nights at 11 and repeats on Sunday nights at 8. NEXT is brought to you by Snapple. Thank you good people at Snapple.
The Playlist for NEXT:
The Hold Steady – Chips Ahoy (Boys and Girls in America)
This will be their third cd. They still sound like a great bar band and yes that’s a good thing
Pete Yorn – Alive (Nightcrawler)
Jersey-born singer/songwriter’s third cd. I feel like he is going backwards and if you are new to him you might want to start at the beginning too.
Kasey Chambers – I Got You Know (Carnival)
One the most gifted artists on Australia has stretched her wings on cd number 4. She is still a little bit country but this time with quite a bit of rock and roll.
Electric Six – Devil Nights (Senor Smoke)
To get you in the mood for Halloween…Detroit style well actually Electric Six style. The Band calls its music “disco Metal” Whatever you’d like to call it’s really just plain old fun music. Cotton Candy Music if you wish.
The Black Crowes – The Night They Drove Ol’ Dixie Down (Freak N Roll…into the fog)
Now what on earth could that mean? Into the fog? Double live cd. Recorded at the Fillmore and they closed with this tune.
Clem Snide – Grow Me Up (Suburban Field Recordings)
They have finished a new cd but have no label so hopefully it will find a home soon. Comedy Central has tapped '90s alt-heroes Superchunk to headline a concert marking the 10th anniversary of The Daily Show. The Daily Show Presents: Ten F#@king Years (The Concert), is set to take place November 16 at Irving Plaza in New York City and will also feature performances by Clem Snide, the Upper Crust and “a super secret fourth band to be announced later
Bob Dylan – Ain’t Talkin’ (Modern Times)
44 albums and 65 years I don’t think I can add much to what you already know. Of the so called trilogy this one is my least favorite.
Chris Holmes – I Don’t Care What My Friends Say (Get Yer Yum-Yum’s Out)
A one way ticket to happy sunbeams and lazy afternoons. You will play this cd years from now and think “remember that one summer…”
Barenaked Ladies – Take It Back (Barenaked Ladies Are Me)
BNL is all growz up. Well mostly. We noticed a their mature nature on Everything to Everyone and cd number 7 builds on this path.
Yo La Tengo – The Race Is On Again (I am not afraid of you and I will kick your ass)
This album finds Yo La Tengo at the top of their game and all over the place. 10 minute plus jams, rockers, pop masterpieces. This band is if Sonic Youth and Fleetwood Mac got married and had a kid then that kid married NRBQ. That is what they sound like. I think.
Camera Obscura – I Can’t Stay Mad At You (Let’s Get Out of this country)
But this song is actually the bside to their single Lloyd I’m ready to be heartbroken. If you want a quick cd review of their latest cd …enchanting and beautiful.
Wednesday is all about good music people. I hope your show went well Megs.
More later
Bro
YouTube goodness? or what is this man on. Simpsons v Star Trek. and Kef just says NO. Yeah right.
Monday, September 25, 2006
New Kid on the Block
I think an introduction is needed. Why not? I'm Megan. I am a journalism student at the University of Maryland. I am supposedly an expert music geek, but I'll let you all be the judge of that.
I host a radio show Wednesday Mornings (see kids, wednesdays = good radio shows...) from 10 am to 12 pm. It's called the Alternative Breakfast Party from Hell. I play pretty much whatever I want. The original idea of the show was to play dance music that rocks and rock'n roll you can dance to. you can catch my show at www.wmucradio.com if you miss the show, don't worry there's an archive! granted, the archive changes each week.
Now getting down to business:
http://resonator-mag.livejournal.com/44698.html resonator magazine (they're good people) just posted yesterday the brand new depeche mode single. I agree with them on the lyrics being too stereotypical. the issue with the song is that it's so damn catchy like bad french new wave. I just feel pissed off that DM has to cash in on their fans once again. Like touring the states twice and releasing remasters of their albums just wasn't enough!
Now for a band I'm not sure if anyone has heard of, but should have:
www.myspace.com/jawbreaker (just recently Blake Schwartzenbach did this amazing interview that is featured in the latest issue of cometbus. A friend of mine transcribed it, so I'll post soon enough!) All I have to say about the music is that Jawbreaker is the kind of band you listen to when you drink beer, and reak of cigarettes and heartache. It's good punk rock that has great meaning and it's a damn shame these guys never got the recognition they should have recieved.
A new band you should pay attention to, granted they are just a side project... Heavens is Matt Skiba (of the Alkaline Trio) and Josiah Steinbrick (formerly of F Minus). It's hard to describe their sound, so I'll try by listing their influences... It's like Brian Eno having a car crash with Black Flag and Husker Du. Okay, maybe that's not close, but it's dreamy weird stuff with some pretty damn good lyrics. www.myspace.com/heavensband
This week I am going to see Massive Attack, so in closing, here's a killer live version of "Karmacoma" from 1995... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M87Psoxkhkw
ps- the photo of clinton and gore is from a postcard my aunt sent me a while ago. whoever said democrats weren't hot was obviously rick santorum. speaking of hot democrats, Senator Barack Obama is going to be at my school Wednesday Morning!!!
I host a radio show Wednesday Mornings (see kids, wednesdays = good radio shows...) from 10 am to 12 pm. It's called the Alternative Breakfast Party from Hell. I play pretty much whatever I want. The original idea of the show was to play dance music that rocks and rock'n roll you can dance to. you can catch my show at www.wmucradio.com if you miss the show, don't worry there's an archive! granted, the archive changes each week.
Now getting down to business:
http://resonator-mag.livejournal.com/44698.html resonator magazine (they're good people) just posted yesterday the brand new depeche mode single. I agree with them on the lyrics being too stereotypical. the issue with the song is that it's so damn catchy like bad french new wave. I just feel pissed off that DM has to cash in on their fans once again. Like touring the states twice and releasing remasters of their albums just wasn't enough!
Now for a band I'm not sure if anyone has heard of, but should have:
www.myspace.com/jawbreaker (just recently Blake Schwartzenbach did this amazing interview that is featured in the latest issue of cometbus. A friend of mine transcribed it, so I'll post soon enough!) All I have to say about the music is that Jawbreaker is the kind of band you listen to when you drink beer, and reak of cigarettes and heartache. It's good punk rock that has great meaning and it's a damn shame these guys never got the recognition they should have recieved.
A new band you should pay attention to, granted they are just a side project... Heavens is Matt Skiba (of the Alkaline Trio) and Josiah Steinbrick (formerly of F Minus). It's hard to describe their sound, so I'll try by listing their influences... It's like Brian Eno having a car crash with Black Flag and Husker Du. Okay, maybe that's not close, but it's dreamy weird stuff with some pretty damn good lyrics. www.myspace.com/heavensband
This week I am going to see Massive Attack, so in closing, here's a killer live version of "Karmacoma" from 1995... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M87Psoxkhkw
ps- the photo of clinton and gore is from a postcard my aunt sent me a while ago. whoever said democrats weren't hot was obviously rick santorum. speaking of hot democrats, Senator Barack Obama is going to be at my school Wednesday Morning!!!
as far as I can tell
Nice article in the Journal News about the Mike Viola concert tomorrow night. I also get quoted in the article. Which is kinda nice.
Clinton on Fox News on Sunday and rips into them.
Woo and Hoo song with Hurley from Lost. I am ready for the new season.
Black Crowes on a losing streak but I have to say their new live double cd is magic. It's called Freak N Roll...into the Fog. I will playing a track from it Wednesday on NEXT.
Streaming music for smart phones.
More later
Bro
Sunday, September 24, 2006
my favorite ad right now
I don't like ads...no one does so when one comes along that I dig...well I like this one.
Gap ad with Audrey Hepburn and AC/DC.
NEXT repeats tonight. Thanks for listening.
More later
Bro
Friday, September 22, 2006
A Big Hearty Welcome
To Megs. A female type to balance out things a bit. Thanks for joining our merry little gang.
Musicans on Musicans. Dave Stewart to host music show for HBO.
Newish LA bands on the way up. Get there first.
Nirvana to release first ever DVD. Live! Tonight! Sold out!!
Damien Rice...new cd.
The Knack sue Run DMC...27 years too late. WTF?
This a great article on the music business today by USA Today.
Friday Fun...the beer cannon.
More later
Bro
and welcome again to MEGS.
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Just another day
The Sugarcubes back together for a one off show in Iceland.
Pearl Jam, DMB and Trent Razor of NIN amoung others will play for Neil Young at Charity gig.
The Who will have a short run on Sirius. All Who all the time.
Pete Yorn covers Elvis. Audio isn't always the best but still a pretty good version even though his latest cd leaves a bit to be desired...just one man's humble opinion.
Apologies to Matt Damon. I hope this is a joke that Damon is in on. If not that is just bad.
Ah those were the good ol days. Now I understand that phrase. Vintage Ads for Drugs.
More later
Bro
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
NEXT WEEK 22
Something different today boys and girls. You get me for 30 minutes and then a guest DJ for the last 30 minutes of NEXT. It is still sponsored by Snapple and you can still stream it at 1071thepeak.com. You can listen to it Wednesday night at 11 and it repeats on Sunday nights at 8. The guest dj will be Mike Viola. He will be in town (Larchmont, NY) for a show at The Watercolor Cafe on Tuesday the 26th(probably best know for writing and singing "That Thing You Do"). Anyway I talked to him and we came up with the guest dj thing. Hopefully see you at the show if you are around. I might have a few cds and Peak Shirts to give away too.
Also remember that Next is an iMix. Search for an iMix on iTunes named "Next Week 22" or if you have iTunes already try clicking here for a link to the iMix.
The playlist for NEXT:
Teddybears(featuring Neneh Cherry) – Yours to Keep (Soft Machine )
A Swedish electronic trio. Soft Machine is their us debut. This song was re-recorded with Neneh Cherry handling the lead vocals. The original can be found on a 2001 released title Rock n roll high school.
REM – Gardening at Night (slow electric demo) (And I Feel Fine the Rarities)
This is the REM I remember and love. A must own. Period. End of story.
Jennifer O’Connor – Turn It Down (Over the Mountain, Across the Valley and Back to The Stars)
I know you gotta suffer for your art, but damn. Over the Mountain, Across the Valley, and Back to the Stars, includes songs inspired by the deaths of her two sisters, which make the stormy break-up that also precipitated the album seem like just another day in the life.
Jackie Green – Closer To You (American Myth)
Youth is wasted on the youth…not this youth. This is a young singer songwriter from California you should catch on the way up.
John Mayer – Bold as Love (continuum)
A Jimi Hendrix cover
The Mountain Goats – Half Dead (Get Lonely)
Not as direct as the last cd – which was about the abuse he suffered from a step dad. This one is well about being lonely. If you are currently breaking up with someone this cd will be your very best friend.
The Receiver – Sober Hands (Decades)
Hailing from Columbus, The Receiver is a duo-- brothers Casey and Jesse Cooper. This is their second cd.
The second 30 minutes are picks by guest dj Mike Viola.
Hey you made it this far so how about some YouTube love. Little Girl Giant.
More later
Bro
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Hearts can not be broken...they are small squishy things
have you ever wanted to start a band? Live that rock and roll lifestyle. Wake up at noon and pour Jack Daniels on your Frosted Flakes then hang out with all your groupies? Yes? But you don't know how to play guitar. Maybe this could help the process along. Fretlight. When your done send me a demo and maybe you could get on NEXT. In fact I am trying something new on NEXT...a guest DJ. Mike Viola will be in town (Larchmont, NY) for a show at The Watercolor Cafe on Tuesday the 26th(probably best know for writing and singing "That Thing You Do"). Anyway I talked to him and we came up with the guest dj thing. Hopefully see you at the show if you are around. I might have a few cds and Peak Shirts to give away too.
Willie busted for pot and 'shrooms. I love how the cop gets knock over by a wall of smoke. Classic.
Me a happy boy...Afghan Whigs getting together but sadly only for two new songs.
I just finished listening to MMJs new double live cd called Okonokos. Go...Get...It...now. Yes I know it doesn't come of until the 26th but really pre-order it now.
Beck on tour with Puppets. Does it get better then Beck live with puppets? I will answer for you. No it doesn't.
iTV. From Apple. TV with built in Interwebs.
I Queue there fore I am. Judging your friends by their Netflix picks.
More later
Bro
The title is from The Judybats. The tune is called "Being Simple". Nice, quiet and overlooked song from the 90s.
Monday, September 18, 2006
Hope you had a nice weekend
Pernice Brothers streaming their latest. Live a Little. You should a fan of these guys.
Another guy you should be a fan of M Ward. I still like Transfiguration better but Post War just may be my top cd this year.
Sickboy syndrome. 5 comedians who've lost it.
You have got to see this video of Closer --unedited so a few bad words. Made by a fan and it is glorious. Best thing you will see this Monday morn. It is clips of Star Trek with the soundtrack of NINs Closer as the storyteller.
iPod full but not always with iTunes songs.
More later
Bro
Friday, September 15, 2006
It just smiles and then turns and runs the other way
U2 and Green Day. I say those two bands and the thing you think of is Football. Right? Well maybe its the second thing that crosses the mind. They will be covering a tune for ESPN.
File under stop the world I want to get off. Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jay-z getting together. Gigwise reports: Jay-Z has teamed up with Coldplay frontman Chris Martin on his upcoming new album, tentatively titled ‘Kingdom Come.’
Beck on Tour. A mini-tour.
On September 21st, John Mayer will guest star in part one of the two-part season premiere of CBS’ CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Tune in to see him perform his current single “Waiting On The World To Change” and “Slow Dancing In A Burning Room,” two tracks off of his new album Continuum. His latest cd isn't that bad in fact it's got a nice slow burn to it.
More later
Bro
Title is from Pilot Speed. I played "Barely Listening" on NEXT the other week. A great build on this tune too. Video is pretty cool too.
Thursday, September 14, 2006
They said it couldn't be arranged
A Pogues listening party. Some of my favorite parties include listening to the Pogues. Smile you drunken fools the cds have been expanded.
Still phish-less Trey out on tour now.
Knock at the door. Is it The Plumber? Or maybe a candy gram? Or a landshark? No its an MP3 gram. Send music to friends.
A band you should check out. Bishop Allen.
I miss Monica. A funny little tune about yes the little blue dress lady.
More later
Bro
Title is from REM...the REM I fell in love with. I am listening to the demo slow version of "Gardening at Night". You should get their latest Comp from the IRS years--which is where this version can be found. Man they used to rock. Maybe there is still hope. I was hoping since they helped put this new cd together that they would remember when they had a fire in their bellies.
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
NEXT week 21
Hello everyone. NEXT is a new music that plays for one hour. It is sponsored by Snapple and you can hear it at 1071thepeak.com. It plays tonight and ever Wednesday at 11pm EST and it repeats on Sunday nights at 8pm.
NEXT is also an iMix. Go to iTunes and search for an iMix named "next week 21". There you can get all the tunes this week except for Paulo Nutini...which you search out. Very catchy and one to watch.
The Playlist for NEXT.
Pilot Speed – Barely Listening (Into the West)
Listen for this song on EA Sport’s NHL 07 game. I think this song is about god or maybe a chick.
The Lemonheads – Become the Enemy ( No Backbone )
They are back after a decade apart. Look for the new album on September 26th.
Ben Kweller – Sundress (Ben Kweller )
This self titled cd is his third solo cd. On first listen it’s almost impossible not to like. modern day solo version of The Travelling Wilbury’s (volume 1) meets Paul Simon
Paolo Nutini – New Shoes (Live Sessions)
Born and raised in Scotland. He is 19 years old. Live Session out now was recorded in small clubs all over London. He has a studio album coming out later this year called These Streets.
Peter Frampton, Matt Cameron, Mike McCready – Black Hole Sun (Fingerprints)
More help from Frampton invited Rolling Stones Charlie Watts and Bill Wyman too. Allman Brothers/Gov't Mule slide slinger Warren Haynes and more… Soundgarden tune. Oh and it’s an instrumental cd too.
Kelly Joe Phelps – Don Quixote’s Windmill (Tunesmith Retrofit)
This cd marks a departure from, “music heavily driven by guitar to music that’s more driven by the song.” The Portland, Ore.-based musician admits, “… the record is stripped back in relation to the last two studio efforts…” this is cd number 6.
Yo La Tengo – I’m Your Puppet (I am not afraid of You and I will Kick Your Ass)
The band has been together for 22 years and this This is their 13th full-length album, excluding side projects. There is a reason they are beloved underground and this cd is just another one.
Bob Dylan – Spirit on the Water (Modern Times)
Love bob the poet rocker but this cd is no Time out of Mind or Love and Trust. Dylan last reached No. 1 in 1976 with his album Desire. His other chart-toppers were the 1975 classic Blood on the Tracks, and 1974's Planet Waves. He has become the oldest living person to launch a new disc at No. 1.
Jonny Lang – Anything’s Possible ( Turn Around)
The Guitar is still there it is but sometimes it’s a whisper yes it still screams but this cd is about a band. Making Turn Around the pivotal album of Jonny Lang’s career to date—a passage that links the triumphs of his past to the promise of his future. This is his fifth cd.
The Pink Spiders – Pretend That This Is Fiction (Teenage Graffitti)
the Pink Spiders really do have a lot to offer. A trio from Nashville, the swaggering Spiders blend hard-rock fury, punk abandon and new-wave song craft. Mostly produced by Former Cars front man Rick Ocasek. This is cd number two.
You've made it this far.
Video for you. Gay Boyfriend from The Hazzards.
More later
Bro
If you have iTunes this should get you to the iMix for Next Week 21. Thanks for listening.
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
My face is the wrong face
Holy Balls there is alot of good music out today. If you can't find something today then you need more help then I think I can give you.
Check out this version of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody. You will never be the same.
Check out these Pee Wee Herman kicks. Nice.
I love me the internet. Music on the net makes me happy too. Now it's getting easier to listen to it. Just wait until you can get the internet on your car radio and cell phone.
Everyone wants to buy Syd Barrett's house. Ok not everyone but quite a few.
iPod has lost its cool.
Iron Maiden. New cd and new game. It's life or death.
When I die I want my ashes scattered on a naked lady. The Onion of course.
More later
Bro
Title is from Gomez's "Caravan". One of my favs from the 90s. They are still a fav. Even if you don't get this cd get something but as soon as you get one of their cds you will want more. Start saving up those hard earned pennies.
Monday, September 11, 2006
5 years later
I hate this date and hopefully we continue to get lucky. Skill is also involved but surely it is only a matter of time. You are in my thoughts today.
John Stewart sums it up 5 years ago.
More later
Bro
Friday, September 08, 2006
Not without coups
What did I do to deserve this? Nothing but here it comes anyway. New Yo La Tengo and they might have come up with the greatest title ever. Sound off here.
Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder writes for Outside magazine. My guess is its about surfing. Does anyone know the words to Lukin? Here's a guess.
U2 back in the studio...with Rubin.
Dylan number one with almost 200K in sales. First time in 30 years he is on top. I hate to say it but it's just not that good. I mean its better than anything from Timberlake or Beyonce but for Mr Bob it's middle of the road.
Arctic Monkeys win the Mercury.
More on MySpace selling tunes.
yea...naked head coach of the NFL going through the drive-up window.
"Thank you for your order please pull up"
Long Pause " Where do I go?"
"The only F*#king road you're on"
Oh and please put some clothes on too.
Yes thats Dane Cook. The Burger King. Version Two.
A surprize for Paris Hilton music fans in the UK. I love the Brits. I love the "race to the bottom of the pile"
Don't drive in Russia or wait maybe you do.
More later
Bro
Title..thanks Dane.
Thursday, September 07, 2006
NEXT WEEK 20
NEXt is a new music show that plays on Wednesday nights at 11. Yes I know I am a day and a few dollars short. Sums up my life but don't worry as it repeats on Sunday nights at 8. Click on 107.1 The Peak's website to get the details. NEXT is also brought to you by Snapple.
Week 20s Playlist:
Snowden – Anti – Anti (Anti Anti)
Their name is from the novel Catch-22. Atlanta-via-Athens quartet's post-shoegazer/dream pop blends gloomy tunes with a hint of 80s post punk. This is their first full length.
Pearl Jam – Parachutes (Pearl Jam)
It’s been nearly 15 years since ten and this is album number 11. The first half of the cd is focused hard rock then this beautiful acoustic based tune—and then back to focused hard rock.
Keith – Mona Lisa’s Child (Red Thread)
Keith is, by far, the worst band name ever chosen. In an attempt to be ironic, they’ve ended up sounding simply mundane. Thankfully, that doesn’t go for their music too. They are four guys from Manchester England.
Brookville – Golden (Life in the Shade)
When he's not making records with Ivy, Andy Chase shapes a quirky kind of sound under the Brookville moniker. I guess you could call Brookville his solo project.
Richard Cheese – Sunday Bloody Sunday (Aperitif for Destruction)
4 whole cds worth of lounge singing covers of hip hop and top 40 hits. It’s like Bill Murray’s character on SNL. Look for a Christmas cd later this year.
Brothermandude – Automatic ( Automatic EP)
I myself have used Brother, Man, and Dude in fact I have used combos too like Oh Dude man or Brother my brother so when I saw this cd I knew I would have to play something. The band began way back in 1998 in Tampa, Florida. But a lot has happened since then. Today’s line up sees only one survivor from the original band – singer/songwriter, Shake and are based in the UK now.
Los Lonely Boys – My Way (Sacred)
Their blend of influences included the music of Richie Valens, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Willie Nelson, Fats Domino, Santana and Lynyrd Skynyrd. A "musical burrito" – is how they describe the CD's blend of electric blues, Texas roots music, Latin beats, soulful grooves and old-fashioned rock.
The Bees (US) – Imaginary Girl (High Society)
Often referred to as "Nashville's best poorly kept secret," the as-yet-unsigned band is poised for a national breakthrough There is a UK band called the Bees too thus the US in the moniker.
Cracker – Euro-Trash Girl (Greatest Hits Redux)
greatest hits re-recorded and band endorsed
motive for the re-dos ... a defiant nose-thumbing at the band's former major record label, whose own release of the original recordings came out at the same time. Believe it or not they have actually stretched out this classic to over 9 minutes.
Horace Andy – Love me Baby (Natty Dread a Weh She Want)
Legendary roots reggae sing starting recording in the 60s. Thanks to Massive Attack in the 90s was introduced to a new generation.
More later
Bro
Football time. The Sports Guy's NFL preview. Go Bears and I leave you with FemTroopers. Maybe the Geeks are on to something here.
Week 20s Playlist:
Snowden – Anti – Anti (Anti Anti)
Their name is from the novel Catch-22. Atlanta-via-Athens quartet's post-shoegazer/dream pop blends gloomy tunes with a hint of 80s post punk. This is their first full length.
Pearl Jam – Parachutes (Pearl Jam)
It’s been nearly 15 years since ten and this is album number 11. The first half of the cd is focused hard rock then this beautiful acoustic based tune—and then back to focused hard rock.
Keith – Mona Lisa’s Child (Red Thread)
Keith is, by far, the worst band name ever chosen. In an attempt to be ironic, they’ve ended up sounding simply mundane. Thankfully, that doesn’t go for their music too. They are four guys from Manchester England.
Brookville – Golden (Life in the Shade)
When he's not making records with Ivy, Andy Chase shapes a quirky kind of sound under the Brookville moniker. I guess you could call Brookville his solo project.
Richard Cheese – Sunday Bloody Sunday (Aperitif for Destruction)
4 whole cds worth of lounge singing covers of hip hop and top 40 hits. It’s like Bill Murray’s character on SNL. Look for a Christmas cd later this year.
Brothermandude – Automatic ( Automatic EP)
I myself have used Brother, Man, and Dude in fact I have used combos too like Oh Dude man or Brother my brother so when I saw this cd I knew I would have to play something. The band began way back in 1998 in Tampa, Florida. But a lot has happened since then. Today’s line up sees only one survivor from the original band – singer/songwriter, Shake and are based in the UK now.
Los Lonely Boys – My Way (Sacred)
Their blend of influences included the music of Richie Valens, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Willie Nelson, Fats Domino, Santana and Lynyrd Skynyrd. A "musical burrito" – is how they describe the CD's blend of electric blues, Texas roots music, Latin beats, soulful grooves and old-fashioned rock.
The Bees (US) – Imaginary Girl (High Society)
Often referred to as "Nashville's best poorly kept secret," the as-yet-unsigned band is poised for a national breakthrough There is a UK band called the Bees too thus the US in the moniker.
Cracker – Euro-Trash Girl (Greatest Hits Redux)
greatest hits re-recorded and band endorsed
motive for the re-dos ... a defiant nose-thumbing at the band's former major record label, whose own release of the original recordings came out at the same time. Believe it or not they have actually stretched out this classic to over 9 minutes.
Horace Andy – Love me Baby (Natty Dread a Weh She Want)
Legendary roots reggae sing starting recording in the 60s. Thanks to Massive Attack in the 90s was introduced to a new generation.
More later
Bro
Football time. The Sports Guy's NFL preview. Go Bears and I leave you with FemTroopers. Maybe the Geeks are on to something here.
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
It was a good weekend and NEXT WEEK 19
Played soccer. Drank Beer. Got Naked. Good times. I am pretty sure there were pictures too. Oh and I went to charity dinner.
It seems as if I forgot to list NEXT last week. So sorry. It was a very good week to. Week 20 is tomorrow. You can listen at 107.1 The Peak. NEXT is a new music show brought to you by Snapple. Remember NEXT is an iMix. Go to iTunes and click on the homepage for iMixes. Search for an iMix titled "Next Week 19". Any problems. Email.
The Playlist:
Irving – Jen, Noting Matters to Me (Death in the Garden, Blood on the Flowers)
Some bands have one person that does most of the heavy lifting… not so much with this band. This leads to a very varied record. Pyschedelic pop rock shines through most of the album though.
The Waterboys – Fisherman’s Blues (alt take) (Fisherman’s Blues the Collectors Edition)
Released in 1988 Fisherman's Blues was reissued in 2006 with a bonus disc containing fourteen outtakes, alternate versions and late-night studio jams.
Butch Walker – Hot Girls in Good Moods (The Rise and Fall of…Butch Walker and the Let’s-Go-Out-Tonites)
Do you remember T REX? Butch Walker does on this tune. 3rd cd explores the seedy underbelly of LA. Butch was in the band Marvelous 3 for three albums before going solo. His day job is quiet odd: He collaborates with major girl-pop stars, like Avril Lavigne, Pink or Lindsay Lohan. I say odd because one listen of this wonderful cd and you will wonder how that is possible. He is also working on Supernova’s cd too.
The Colour – Devil’s Got a Holda Me ( Between Earth and Sky)
Another LA band actually 5 guys from Whittier CA. The have an ep out now and the full length will be release soon. Big blues-y rock and roll feel.
Easy Star All Stars with Citizen Cope – Karma Police (Radiodread)
2 New York friends get together and re-imagine Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon in 2003. Word of mouth praise for the album got people wondering what was next…why not the modern day Floyd. Radiohead. So they took on OK computer.
Gov’t Mule – Brighter Days (High and Mighty)
The leaders of Gov't Mule, Warren Haynes and Allen Woody, should be well-known to Allman Brothers fans for their stint in Southern rock's most famous native sons. I think may be the first album that is a band and not just guys backing Warren Haynes.
A big fat jam from former Brothers
The Black Angels – Manipulation (Passover)
First played them for you in week 3. This Austin band stretches out with a Sixties psych-o-drone
The Bouncing Souls – The Pizza Song (The Gold Record)
Together since 87 this is their 6th full length. The band's name is a reference to an advertising slogan used by punk standards, Doc Martens shoes, in reference to their air-cushioned soles. To this day, tags on Doc Martens read "with Bouncing Soles".
Los Lobos – The Road to Gila Bend (Acoustic) (The Town and the City)
What haven’t the Los Lobos done since the 70s when they first started out? playing anything from blues to folk and rockabilly. This thoughtful, mellow and varied set is a welcome comeback
Kelley Stoltz – The Sun Comes Through (Below the Branches)
All you need to know about Kelley Stoltz is this: he's a do it yourselfer from San Francisco who records his albums at home, this time with an 8 track reel to reel
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