So we meet again

Another fine week for lovers of good music.

I don't know why but for some reason I am craving Pudding with whip cream on top of it lately. I can't stop. It's like I'm pregnant as the craving hits and I need (no NEED) the pudding. Strange? Yes. Hopefully it will fade quickly. Soooo on to the tunes.


Liz Phair - Exile in Guyville (Deluxe Edition)
This one is listed for a few different reasons. One...Just in case you don't already own this blow by blow response to Exile on Mainstreet by the Stones. Now you can remedy this tragedy. Two...it is brilliant in so many ways. Three...The main deluxe part is a Liz directed Documentary about the CD and the 15 years since. Let's hear it for classic Chicago CDs.

Big Blue Ball - Big Blue Ball
Started in 1991 and finished (basically) in 1995. So PG why make us wait? Yes he has put touches on the cd since then but c'mon man. Give me the tunes. Luckily worth the wait. It plays like a great, lost Peter Gabriel CD. Oh I didn't mention that part yet. Well yes it was all recorded at his Real World Studios etc. It must be so cool to have songs like these in the vaults.

Ry Cooder - I, Flathead
A concept album with his wonderful touches of rockabilly and Blues etc. In fact, let's call this one Sci-Fi Americana. The concept? Something about a guy and a car and outer space (maybe). I am sure love, lost, and lust are in there too.

Alejandro Escovedo - Real Animal
Real shame this man isn't huge. No HUGE. A punker from the 70s. The man is a survivor and tells great stories. He talks truth. Maybe that is the reason he isn't huge. People don't like truth. Although it seems to work for Springsteen and it worked for Carlin. Anyway if you don't know this man enjoy the cd and the back catelogue as you work yourself backwards through this old cds. Still gave one of the best concerts I've been at. One sentence for this man? Austin Texas' Bruce Springsteen.

Others to sample
Amos Lee has released a nice cd of campfire songs with his great soulful voice. The Watson Twins were made famous by Rilo Kiley's Jenny Lewis on their latest cd they do most things right. At least listen to their Cure cover (which has already been on NEXT by the way). Camper Van Beethoven has released a Greatest Hits which is nice to have a bunch of their songs on one CD. G Love returns just in time for summer with shockingly a great summer BBQ cd. Sadly it's mostly background music. Oh and Motley Crue are back and they sound like Dr Feelgood Crue...so if that is your cup o tea you will drink from that cup and be happy.

More later
Bro

R.I.P.

Yet Another Good One

Sorry I am so late on this but I will blame the wedding. Hell I just got the other weeks up. Tomorrow I'll try to get CD of last Month up. I think I already know which one.

Ready? Here we go...

Wolf Parade - At Mount Zoomer
No sophomore slump here. More like a kick a$ follow up CD. Tighter and more mature. Usually in a review if you print "more mature" it's code for "not as good" or "safe". In this case it's almost the opposite. It's confidence more than anything. I think. No immediate "grabber" tunes but this one is one hell of a "grower". Hit repeat and soon this one wouldn't leave the cd changer.

Coldplay - Viva La Vida
What no covers of Ricky Martin? That would have been too cool. Maybe they are saving that for a B side. I'd buy that for a dollar. Not a knockout just another quite solid Coldplay cd. No big changes just classic sounding.

David Bowie - Live in Santa Monica 1972
There may have been better concerts but this one is on tape. This is "The Spiders From Mars" at the top of their game and it's on tape.

Denis Wilson - Pacific Ocean Blue (Legacy Edition)
The pretty one. The professional party animal. The other Wilson brother. Luckily we can re-write a bit of history with this re-issue. A very strong and sadly under-rated cd. Enjoy it now with bonus material.

Also check out:
Tilly and the Wall and the latest from the Notwist. If you have little ones Jason Falkner has "Bedtime with the Beatles PT2". Speaking of re-issues look for Sebadoh's "Bubble and Scrape" with bonus tracks.

More later
Bro

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Now playing: The Submarines - This Conversation
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Can we finally stop now

with the talk of Kobe being MJ and really no one...even a die hard Laker fan should ever utter the words "24 is better than 23". Stop it. You are wrong.

Bryant is a brilliant offense player I will give you that. Beyond that not much. I think the only reason he got the NBA's All Defensive Team first 5 was because it would help the NBA if they had a Michael Jordan. So we give Kobe that defensive award just like Mike. Sorry but he just doesn't do it.


I realize he doesn't have his Robin yet (MJ would be Batman and Pippen his Robin) but Odom isn't bad. In fact, one might argue that Kobe was Shack's Robin or one could even say Paul Pierce was closer to MJ in this series. Pierce has two Robins though. That helps alot.


MJ doesn't lose games in the Finals by 39. He wins them by 42. In fact, even against what is considered one the greatest teams in NBA history the Celtics of '85-'86 the most he ever lost in that series was by 19. Yes I know this was just a playoff game and not a final...but the Celtics that year are one of the top 3 NBA teams ever. Plus MJ was still skinny then and he was coming back from a broken ankle. He dropped 63 on them too.


oh and the most MJ ever lost in the finals was 21 and 11. The 21 was after Chicago went up 3-0 so an off night isn't that big a deal. Someone, someday will pass MJ (maybe) but not Kobe.

One last thing. Ainge is not the GM of the year McHale is. He hooked up his buddy and his old team and city. Period. What he was demanding of other teams were almost fair market value for Garnett. He gave Garnett away to the Celtics.

Hope you saved up

those hard earned pennies. Something musically for everyone this week.

"Do you think I have a plethora of CDs? This week you do.


On to the music

Jakob Dylan - Seeing Things
Sounding more and more like dear ol dad. Very strong cd but I hope he works things out with the Wallflowers. He might be the next Tom Petty?

Sloan - Parallel Play
My favorite Canadian Power Poppers. I still don't understand how or why they aren't bigger. Catchy riffs and hooks with intelligent lyrics (well mostly). I guess I can see why people wouldn't like that. WTF? people. Give 'em a try. This cd is almost like a backlash to their double CD from last year. This is 13 songs in 37 minutes. Pure Power Power goodness.

My Morning Jacket - Evil Urges
This cd will only surprise anyone that is new to them. If you have been listening for any length of time you will love this cd. Yes he does channel his inner Prince (Yes the little purple guy that has changed his name more than most people change their underwear) but this cd is fantastic. Oh and the jam band torch has been passed. New years eve at MSG this year...MMJ. Rejoice lovers of music.

Emmylou Harris - All I intended to Be
Back to the future with this one. Back to her days with a lean toward a more country and folk feel. There are enough traces of "Wrecking Ball" (her work with Eno) to make me smile. What a lovely voice.

The Fratelli's - Here We Stand
Usually when the fun first cd turns into the serious second cd it spells doom and gloom. Not so much on this cd. They have pushed their sound out of the pub and into a proper studio. They may have smoothed out most of the edges but there are quite a few fun "favs" on this cd. Don't forget about this band yet.

Also listen to and for
Supergrass - Diamond Hoo Ha. It pains me not to include it but if nothing else buy one of this years greatest songs "Butterfly". The Charlatans UK released a close to gold cd too called "You Cross my Path". The Bridges are quite close and you should file them under "someone to watch and hope that they bloom" Don' forget Solomon Burke - "Like a Fire" or Dan Zanes new kids cd "Nueva York". Yes it's all in Spanish.


Man a ton of great music. Time to simulate the economy everyone.

more later
Bro

Terry's Answers

Real name: Terry

Where I live: Shrub Oak

Occupation: Machinist


Favorite movie: The Quite Man... John Wayne

Favorite book: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas


Favorite album: Pink Floyd...Animals


Three famous people I'd like to meet: Kate Beckinsale,
Steven Hawking, Richard Petty


One famous person I actually met: Jimmy Fink

Best concert experience: American Music Festival L.A.
mid 80's

Coolest pop-culture item I own: Foamy the Squirrel
Plush ( illwillpress.com/)


And what movie prop would like to own: 1 or 3 of
Austin Powers "Fembots" ;^)

Released cds this week

Fleet Foxes - Self Titled
Wonderful harmonies...you can hear the ghost of Brian Wilson on this CD. A glorious blend of British Folk with Indie Pop sensibilities.

Sam Phillips - Don't Do Anything
One of the great under-rated singers and/or performers of music around. She is lovely. Go ahead...take a listen and fall in love then start on her back catelog. How is she not on the radio? Well even if she isn't on the radio she should at least get a few spins on shuffle on you iPod.

Aimee Mann - Smilers
A "Grabber" of a CD: meaning she doesn't make you work hard to listen or "get it". "Grabber" the opposite of a "grower". "Grower" being a cd you need to listen to a CD few times before you think "damn this is one fine cd". She helps you along with big, poppy hooks and brilliant,bright production. Luckily she is on the radio. Thank you 80s one hit wonder.

Dr John - The City that Care Forgot
He is one pissed off musician. He is also a great musician with famous friends like Eric Clapton and Willie Nelson. He is a New Orleans guy so one guess as to the "City" that Care forgot.

Also
The Futureheads - This is Not the World. They have a nice Clash sound with that post punk dance beat thing going on too. Just download a few key tracks. You'll be fine with that. Radiohead - Best of... really?!? I know it's just a money grab but c'mon if you are friend of Radiohead you already own their hits. Throw the people a bone. Give them B sides or something. A bit silly unless you really, really need all the best known Radiohead tunes in one case. Or maybe your burner is acting funny or you are a bit too lazy.

More later
Bro

Raconteurs at T5

I almost titled this one "In love with a drummer".

Jack White is quite the guitar god. People know this already. That is a given and he did not disappoint. Intense would be a fine one word review of his guitar style. The dude just flat out plays but it's the drummer (Patrick Keeler) of this glorious, glorious collective that I came away from the concert admiring the most.

Highlight of the show was "Level" bleeding right into "Steady as She Goes". The first song is one of, if not, my favorite tunes of theirs and "Steady" is obviously their best known tune. They really crank it up live. The intro is special in the flesh. In fact, this gets me to a point that I still don't get. Release this live show. Take a look at Pearl Jam. It hasn't hurt them and with digital storage being almost nothing just let the people have the Live Tracks as MP3s. You don't need to release it as a CD. Just get the music out there. I would definitely give you a few of my hard earned pennies for the live tracks.


It was my first time at the newish venue in Manhattan called Terminal 5. It's huge with three floors. I guess in a former life it was a dance club. After I found that I out the general layout and feel of T5 made a lot more sense. Not the greatest sound system but they are getting quite a few good acts. I am sure I'll be back. Every bar on every floor has different beer so search out your favorite then stay close. Also a bit of pain is the "one drink limit per wrist band".

25 years ago today

An amazing thing happened exactly 25 years ago. Well, maybe not amazing, but it certainly made an impression on me....and a few others. On June 1, 1983, the Police released their last studio album, Synchronicity. The album, which ultimately sold over 8 million copies in the U.S. alone, was suddenly everywhere. And the band that had succeeded with tracks such as “Roxanne” and “Don’t Stand So Close To Me” was about to chart 4 singles from this one album.

The timing for me was critical, as this record appeared when I was in junior high school. My musical tastes were becoming my own. I was no longer sitting in the back seat of the car as mom tuned into Tony Orlando’s latest hit. In the process of trying to figure out which album would look most impressive when I put it on the record player for my friends, I was also discovering which music I most appreciated. As I reflect, it is so hard to believe this was happening a quarter of a century ago.

The album begins with the track that remains my favorite, “Syncronicty I.” Looking back, it feels like the one track that the band still played together, avoiding the obvious strains that were breaking up the band. This album was famously recorded using separate tracks, with band members often refusing to work together in the studio. You can hear the divergent styles of the band members. In fact, its hard to believe Andy Summers’ “Mother,” Stewart Copland’s “Miss Gradenko,” and Sting’s “Walking in Your Footsteps” all appeared on one record. The styles were divergent, and this group was about to diverge. But for one track, at least, they were a world class rock band.

Sting dominates the album, writing each of the major hits. His voice, which remains one of the great male voices in rock, was featured generously. Everybody remembers “Every Breath You Take,” King of Pain,” “Wrapped Around Your Finger,” and “Syncronicity II.” In fact, this is one of the first albums I grew to love that utilized music videos to promote each of the songs. MTV and The Police were working together to make sure these great songs were planted in the minds of receptive adolescents throughout the country. Now, 25 years later, I could sing them all, word for word. Not well, but you get the point.

Looking back, this album could be used to support the argument that harmony is overrated in rock bands. John and Paul recorded “Let It Be” before parting ways, and I’m happy Dave and Ray didn’t kill each other before recording “Word of Mouth.” I guess, given the current tour, The Police have found a way to get along these days. But I remember a time when this band, about to break at the seams, released an album that continues to be relevant all these years later. And lets face it......you can’t say that about every artist. Especially Tony Orlando.

new releases to look for

Just got back from camping with the kids. It was their first time and it was a huge success. Back to nature for more. I love the way time slows down out there. Even with the bit of rain a glorious time had by all.

On to the tunes

Julie Ocean - Long Gone and Nearly There
got 25 minutes? You've got time for this whole cd although you might want to book a solid hour because as soon as this cd ends you will probably hit "play" again.

I Love Math - Getting to the Point is Beside It
Remember when Alt Country was just a wee little babe? When it was basically the good Uncle Tupelo and few other "no depression" types...well if you miss those days try this cd out.

Lodger - Life is Sweet
This Leeds band is all about the fun, bounce-y Indie pop. They have a nice 80s vibe but not the "one hit wonder, damn I still can't believe everyone loved this tune" vibe but the "cool underground, I still can't believe everyone didn't like this tune" vibe. Think modern day Housemartins.



Also check
John Hiatt's "Same old Man". In this one he plays the perfect dad...well maybe. I am sure once I listen to this one again it will get "Gold Star" status but for now we'll just leave it here. Hope you don't mind.

More later
Bro



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Now playing: Concrete Blonde - Mexican Moon
via FoxyTunes

Angie's Answers

Real name: Angie

Where I live: Came from Boston to Columbus, Ohio (kicking and screaming)

Occupation: Administrative Assistant – Commercial Real Estate

Favorite movie: .Historically…Some Like it Hot (Jack Lemon makes an awesome woman), Jaws (c’mon…the characters and casting – brilliant!), more recently…The Departed, Atonement (cinematography and music are incredible-pretty darn good story too)

Favorite book: Picky about literature….writer has to be talented..go figure! I’m a sucker for any short stories by Amy Hempel.

Favorite album: Okay, no-one can really commit to this one. There are just way too many. Gosh golly gee….okay I’ll do the island thing…would have to have – Any/All early David Bowie, Boz Scaggs-Next, Billy Pilgrim-Billy Pilgrim, Van Morrison-Tupelo Honey, and then of course anything by Aerosmith.

Three famous people I'd like to meet: Call me selfish but I would tend to want to shoot the ____ with famous people that I can get something from, you know, like knowledge, insight, inspiration, or just a damn good time. So, to that end …let’s get these three at a dinner table with a good glass of vino, 1. The Pope – man-what an interesting philosophical conversation that would be!…the guy’s gotta know a few things, 2. Sting, I think that boy is pretty talented and we’d have to jam, 3. William Shakespeare – just to listen to him form sentences – and fourth (I know only 3 but I couldn’t choose), Sean White – the dude just looks like he’d be fun.

One famous person I actually met: There’s actually a bunch now that I think about it but I guess the most colorful one would have been Gene Simmons from Kiss. He talked to me in the hallway of his hotel while feeling up some leggy blonde.

Best concert experience: God….too many to state and too little time. Funny, but my favorite artists weren’t always my favorite concerts. It’s always the small one’s isn’t it? Well not always, Pink Floyd’s Animals tour at the Garden was pretty impressive (what I remember of it), but the one’s that stand out are: Karla Bonoff at a little intimate club in Cambridge, Mass., The Cars with Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers at the Paradise in Boston, Matchbox Twenty at a tiny little bar here in Columbus before they were known, and last but definitely not least…The Runaways with Joan Jett and Cheri Curry at the Rathskeller in Boston (yah, I was illegal but that’s when it was legal). More recently, Amos Lee was awesome at the Newport in Columbus.

Coolest pop-culture item I own: Okay, now it’s definitely my IPOD. Couldn’t live without the thing. Too bad the sound quality of MP3s bites the big one.

Has anyone found a device that plays them that actually sounds kick ass? Back in the day, it would have been my awesome New York Dolls poster that I can’t find anywhere anymore.

And what movie prop would like to own: Can I get that little black dress that Rene Russo wore in The Thomas Crown Affair?

Cds out today

Foxboro Hot Tubs - Stop, Drop and Roll!!!
Alter ego of Green Day (one of the worst kept secrets of rock and that is saying something). It's good time fun garage rock. Nice (cheating) way to follow up the hugely popular "American Idiot".

Mates of State - Re Arrange Us
Boy/Girl pure indie pop yumminess.




Other cds out that might be of interest: Scarlett Johanson covering Tom Waits. It's not bad but not great. She should have started off covering Hall and Oates maybe. Mudhoney has two. The Deluxe Edition (20Years!?!) of "Superfuzz Bigmuff" and a new release "The Lucky One". The Ting Tings are out digitally. CD in June. They are the latest iPod success. Smart Metal gods King's X released "XV" and if you are mellow try a track from Vetiver.



More later
Bro

thanks

I love The Peak/NEXT listeners. You are brilliant. Not only do you have great taste in music but you are glorious people.

If you listened to my Sunday shift on the Peak I mentioned that I needed some good vibes sent to me today. I got a few emails sending those good vibes. Thank you. That means a lot. I really does.

Everything went well or good or well enough and good enough. So you've got me for a little while longer. Enjoy me now. Actually life is such a Douche that I know I'll live to be 99. Why? because it wants me to live through hell but just get me close enough to triple digits. I have destroyed and will continue to destroy my body (I still try to play sports like I was 25) and I love beer. Please don't take that from me. Please. Anyway I'll get soooo close and then bang...sorry you can't have what you want.

Wow I just summed up my life in a few short words. I have always joked that if I write a book about my life it will be called "You're a Nice Guy but..."

and remember "maybe" always means "no".



Enjoy it all
Bro


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Now playing: Mofro & John “JJ” Grey - Brighter Days
via FoxyTunes

Old Guys can still bring the Rock

The Dude is 50. The Dude is still creative. The Dude has my April CD of the Month

Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds - Dig, Larzarus, Dig!!!

Picking up where his wonderful and painfully ignored Grinderman project left off but that shouldn't be much of a surprise since the man himself is painfully ignored on the radio. I will gladly admit that he is not for everyone. You might need to "dive in" and immerse yourself in the cd for awhile. Let it wash over you. Dare I say marinate yourself in NICK and his Bad Seeds. Enjoy the uncomfortable and the grandness and the intelligence. I mentioned Grinderman...here is a taste

This is his 14th studio album and if you don't know The Prince of Darkness from Down Under it is time to expand your cd collection. At a time when Paul is just skating by so that he can pay for divorce court this man will blow your mind. In a good way.

Enjoy the adventure. Plus the man was in Wings of Desire


a few cds that were close - that I thought about for CD of the Month were The Wood Brothers, Sun Kil Moon, and of course the Replacements Re-issues. Remember to get "Let it Be" if you only want to purchase one.

Erin's Answers

Real name: Erin

Where I live: Saddle Brook, NJ (Soon to be Seymour, CT)

Occupation: CEO of the Crazy L. tribe

Favorite movie: I have a meandering top ten list for this one. The Princess Bride or the Holy Grail. So many quotes, so little time.

Favorite book: Zen and the art of Motorcycle Maintenance and The Monster at the End of The Book (By Grover)

Favorite album: I haven't listened to a whole album since The Singles. I like soundtracks, Garden State was a good one.

Three famous people I'd like to meet: Tom Cruise, to publicly ridicule him. Shirley Manson, she's just hot. I can't think of any more. None seem nice or intelligent enough to waste my time on. My kids are MUCH more interesting.

One famous person I actually met: Gene Wilder. We were both at a liquor store in Stamford. He's scary in person. Big drinker.

Best concert experience: Bob Dylan when I was 12 and had front row seats, and Ape Fight, after I had my third baby and finally left the house.

Coolest pop-culture item I own: I have none. If I did, it would have been broken between many moves and wild children.

And what movie prop would like to own: The stereo Lloyd is holding in Say Anything. Dorky, but I am still a woman, and it was the first time I wanted romance. (I was 12 when I first saw it)

Thanks Erin

Happy Ears

Death Cab for Cutie - Narrow Stairs
If all you know of this band is "Plans" do yourself a favor. You swing by where ever you purchase cds to pick up their latest also get "Transatlanticism" and continue backwards from there. You can thank me later. It seems on this cd that DCFC has captured a bit of more of their live sound. A bit mean almost. Lyrically you can't beat Ben right now.

Old 97s - Blame it on Gravity
I love saying "new" Old 97s songs. I get as giddy as a little school girl on the last Friday of the school year. Nothing much has changed for this Texas band in the 14 odd years that they have been together. They are still combining Country tinged rock and Pop music. Ears happy.

Botticellis - Old Home Movies
It took them 4 years to make this sun kissed music. Sounds like they plugged in at a family picnic and just pressed record. Throughly enjoyable cd. A summer must...if you like music.

More later
Bro


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Now playing: The Replacements - Here Comes a Regular
via FoxyTunes

When Can I Sleep?

Holy Balls that place is evil...and good but did I mention the evil. In fact, it's so evil it's pronounced eval. I think that is the quote. Anyway the bachelor party weekend in Vegas was a success - If you measure success in lack of sleep. I really am too old for this. NYC may claim the title of "the city that never sleeps" but they are totally and completely wrong.

Hint: If you are ever in Las Vegas you need to search out the Craps Table at the Palms with Doc working it. The man is magic. I have never played Craps and Doc, my man, helped me out. I have a pretty decent understanding of the game now but I love my man Doc. Pure luck that man is. He probably wouldn't remember me but I'll remember he helped pay for the trip.

One thing I love about Craps is the fact that the whole table wins. If you get on a roll (don't bet big when I'm rolling) the entire table is on your side. They want you to do good. That is how companies should be run. We all win when we win and if we lose we all lose.

Went to the top floor at the Palms to the Playboy Club. A waste of time and money. Really but maybe it was the fact that it was Mother's Day Weekend. I don't know and yes I am still paying for that fact. "You are going where?!? For what?!? On Mother's Day weekend?!?" Yes as best man and thus the man who planned the weekend I will paying for this one for a while. Worth it? Talk to me later - right now I need a nap.

More later
Bro


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Now playing: Chris Whitley & The Bastard Club - I Go Evil
via FoxyTunes

Gone for a bit

On to a bachelor party split between White Water Rafting the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas. No Sleep 'til Monday.

but I had to share this with someone...so you are it.

Sweet Breast Pudding.

The Taste Test...with video.

Enjoy your weekend. Happy Mom's day.
Bro





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Now playing: Kings of Leon - Molly's Chambers
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Now playing: Kings of Leon - Molly's Chambers
via FoxyTunes

Bounce back week?

If all that was released was the new cd by "The Alive Elvis" then the week would be worthy of goodness. But there is more than Costello this week to check out. On to the CDs.

Also thank you anyone that read and emailed kind words about the NEXT New York Times Article. Thank you. In fact, if you subscribe to the NEXT newsletter I'll be giving you a thank this week...yay free.

Elvis Costello - Momofuku
Named after the creator of Ramon Noodles...This was a quick recording for Elvis but it doesn't hurt the end product. In fact, it may have helped it. This cd finds Costello closer to his earlier works...at least sonicly.

Barenaked Ladies - Snack Time
A kid's cd and it brings out the good and bad...all the things you love and hate about this group. I really can't believe that this is their first full length Children's CD. They seem the perfect match. Plus you gotta love the fact that little kids will soon be asking their parents for Barenaked Ladies.

The Last Shadow Puppets - The Age of Understatement
Side Projects are usually side projects for a reason. This one is an exception. the collaboration between the Arctic Monkeys' Alex Turner and the Rascals' Miles Kane is simply likeable. It has a great 60s James Bond kinda feel too.

Firewater - The Golden Hour
Angry, Angular, Gypsy Rock or actually closer to "World Punk".

Also out
The Long Blondes - Couples, Midnight Oil's deluxe version of "Diesel and Dust" with CD extras and DVD and Jeb Loy Nichols "Days are Mighty"

More later
Bro


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Now playing: Someone Still Loves You Boris - Think I Wanna Die
via FoxyTunes

Pancake Mountain!

In a recent comment to Chris, I mentioned Pancake Mountain. For those who are intrigued, I figured I'd post a few things! First of all PM is a children's show that is made in Washington,DC. Another thing, back in Winter of 2006, I was actually in an episode! I wrote about it in an old blog of mine.

So now for a few videos from the show and such...

Here is a little intro clip.



The Go! Team did a pretty sweet dance party for the kids and yes this was at the Black Cat.



And now for my personal favorite The Evens doing "Vowel Movements" (Yes Ian MacKaye is that awesome still!)



My two best friends Sami and Kristy are in this clip. They were the ones who got me involved with PM actually. It's pretty cute clip. All these kids getting down to Jenny Lewis at the 9:30 Club!



As you can tell Pancake Mountain is pretty awesome. Kids are lucky, because they have this and Yo Gabba Gabba - yet another awesome indie rock-ish children's show that is strangely fun. Not like I have anything against Sesame Street, but they've lost their touch.

Enjoy,
Megan