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Short and Sweet, No Longer Obsolete

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:30:50 -0400

Whether it's coercion from record companies or an imperfectionist's stance on music crafting, bands have a tendency to blend the bad in with the good.... From Jackson Free Press.

Raising Capital Cities

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:19:57 -0400

The 'best band in Los Angeles' scores with its 'Safe and Sound' single... From Colorado Springs Independent.

Down in the basement: Mike Rep's dank and creative life

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:09:50 -0400

As suburban sprawl began its duplicitous creep, a kid named Mike Hummel and his family took up residence in Timberlake, a region southwest of Ohio's capital. It was the 1960s.... From Chicago Newcity.

Trapped in the matrix with Black Moth Super Rainbow

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:06:27 -0400

Electronica nihilist Tom Fec snatches chaos from the jaws of victory... From Colorado Springs Independent.

The Magic of Os Mutantes

Tue, 07 May 2013 12:37:42 -0400

A 47-year-old band from Brazil is coming to Club Congress to promote a new album. Why should you care?... From Tucson Weekly.

Slow Grower

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:43:23 -0400

Yo La Tengo isn't afraid to let the momentum build gradually... From Tucson Weekly.

Sweden's Mysterious Goat

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:12:00 -0400

The greatest myths are good stories. And tales behind the discovery of any band are just decent fiction—or at least realities tweaked well enough to conjure up towering imagery.... From Chicago Newcity.

George Jones: No One's Gonna Fill His Shoes

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:56:50 -0400

Recalling the quintessential country's singer's lasting influence.... From Creative Loafing (Charlotte).

Mr. Record Man: Willie Nelson

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:56:19 -0400

In the Houston of 1959 and 1960, Willie Nelson was just another unknown musician. But not for long.... From Houston Press.

Big Boi's like a meat lover's pizza

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:25:41 -0400

The MC is currently on tour in support of his sophomore effort Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors. We caught up with Big Boi via phone in advance of his April 30 appearance at the Vogue.... From NUVO.

Face to Face opens up to a world of influences

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:42:56 -0400

Truth or friction... From Colorado Springs Independent.

Higher Scores

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:20:21 -0400

Underappreciated as an art form, video-game music deserves a second (and third and fourth) listen.... From Jackson Free Press.

Har Mar Superstar Will be Bigger Than Ron Jeremy, But Not the Way You Think

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:18:14 -0400

In a 2004 piece, London’s The Independent was quick to point out that Har Mar Superstar (Sean Tillman, also known from his Sean Na Na project) almost resembles porn star Ron Jeremy, and Wikipedia went as far as to say the two have only “one notable physical dissimilarity.”... From San Antonio Current.

Barren Girls' Hell Hymns

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:00:40 -0400

This four-song debut EP, every bit a punk record, preserves a rookie band's steady first steps.... From INDY Week.

Three area programs deliver music (and more) to kids, in spite of threatened arts budgets

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:55:48 -0400

The Chorus Project, Girls Rock NC and KidZNotes showcase the range of opportunities and impacts such arts programs can have.... From INDY Week.

British ‘it band’ Alt-J rides a wave of critical success

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:55:39 -0400

Art for awe’s sake.... From Colorado Springs Independent.

Doing Drugs at Coachella? Here's How to Avoid Trouble With the Police

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:02:00 -0400

A festival fan's guide to how to partake without fear of rude surprises.... From L.A. Weekly.

Not Dead: Akron/Family Defies the Pigeonhole

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:15:00 -0400

Akron/Family drummer Dana Janssen may or may not be aware that Paul Williams is no longer spinning vinyl and opining, but the Portland-dwelling percussionist says he hopes journalists can eventually write uniquely on his band.... From Chicago Newcity.

Family Dawg: David Grisman, Andy Statman Strung Together By Roots and Culture

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:14:45 -0400

The kinship Andy Statman and David Grisman share sprouts from music and culture and hinges on the merger of ancient melodies and America’s musical history. But there’s a familial vibe to much of the latter’s canon. Flipping through his recordings, the same names pop up repeatedly, sometimes at intervals of a decade, sometimes more—Jerry Garcia’s among them.... From Chicago Newcity.

CL editor debates "Accidental Racist" at 'New York Times'

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:02:53 -0400

When a Times editor invited me to participate in a debate about the controversial Brad Paisley/LL Cool J song, my feelings about it had already evolved several times.... From Creative Loafing (Charlotte).

Guitar Lightnin’ Lee’s Crescent City Blues

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:00:28 -0400

New Orleans blues guitarist and vocalist Guitar Lightnin Lee performed at CS’s in Jackson last month. The Ninth Ward resident is bringing his mix of blues and New Orleans R&B to Martin’s Lounge April 19.... From Jackson Free Press.

Jacuzzi Boys play Rollins’ Fox Fest, free and open to public

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:10:39 -0400

The Miami band never disappoints with a wild romp of a live show.... From Orlando Weekly.

The Smiths' Johnny Marr releases his (very) long-awaited solo debut

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:57:24 -0400

How late is now?... From Colorado Springs Independent.

Exploding Hearts 4Ever

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:11:00 -0400

10 years ago, a car crash wiped out Portland’s biggest punk band. Finally, the sole survivor tells all.... From Willamette Week.

Hello, Kitty

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 06:40:00 -0400

Internet rapper Kitty (formerly Pryde) rides out the Tumblr wave.... From Orlando Weekly.

The 11 Busiest (and Buzziest) Days in Texas Music

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 06:44:00 -0400

A series of vignettes illustrate the confluence of South by Southwest, 35 Denton, and the Dallas Observer's St. Patrick's Day blowout with Snoop Lion.... From Dallas Observer.

Gabba Gabba Hey

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:41:05 -0400

Nick Jr.'s most indie-friendly program successfully translates adult favorite music to the kids.... From Orlando Weekly.

Youth Lagoon – 'Wondrous Bughouse'

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:44:36 -0400

Scary good.... From Orlando Weekly.

Herra Terra Warns You Not to Taste the White Poo

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:12:00 -0400

Worcester, Mass. band Herra Terra talks about member changes, their new CD release and upcoming CD release party.... From Worcester Mag.

Get Back, Honky Cat

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:18:21 -0400

Beginning with Honky Château, Elton John, along with his writing partner, Bernie Taupin, served notice that he had no intention of remaining tethered to his piano, singing sensitive love songs.... From The Pulse.