08/05/2008
Rita Mitsouko Proves The 80's Were Weirder Than You Thought
French synth-pop/punk band Rita Mitsouko was founded by guitarist Fred Chichin and singer Catherine Ringer in 1980 (and is still going, despite Fred's recent death). Their biggest and strangest claim to fame was their 1985 "hit" single "Marcia B ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 08/05/2008 6:31 PM EST in New-Wave, 80's Pop, Video | Permalink
New Garage Rock From Nashville: Cheap Time
Cheap Time comes recommended from Memphis' Jay Reatard, so you know it they must have some redeeming qualities. As far as we can tell, they definitely do. The old-school garage-glam of "People Talk," from their s/t debut, flexes whiplash rhythms ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 08/05/2008 6:26 PM EST in Garage Rock, Glam, Lo-Fi, Punk | Permalink
08/04/2008
New Music From David Byrne and Brian Eno: "Strange Overtones"
I have to say that I was nervous about this one. I hold both of these artists in very high regard, but after so many years could they pull it off or would it be a big disappointment? Thankfully, there is nothing disappointing about "Strange Over ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 08/04/2008 11:44 AM EST in Electronic | Permalink
Watch This Trailer: Lemmy Of Motorhead Gets His Own Documentary
Oh Lemmy, how we love your relentless dedication to all things rock and roll. If that weird growth on your face had a mouth it would groan obscenities incoherently, while spewing whiskey. How dreamy. I'm glad you have finally gotten your own doc ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 08/04/2008 7:18 AM EST in Rock, Movie Music, Video, Metal | Permalink
Video: Fontän - "Early Morning"
We posted an mp3 of Fontän's insanely awesome neo prog-rock track "Early Morning," two weeks ago. Now, Mattias Johansson has directed a trippy, Anton Corbjin-esque video for the song with a cryptic storyline and religious imagery. Sweden is wei ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 08/04/2008 7:15 AM EST in Prog-Rock, Neo-Psychedelic, Video | Permalink
08/01/2008
Remix of the Week: M83 - "Kim and Jessie" (DatA Remix)
DatA's remix for M83's "Kim and Jessie," from their newest album, Saturdays-Youth, sounds like the score to a Neverending Story remake directed by John Carpenter. It effortlessly combines the damaged, yet beautiful sounds of both artists with nu ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 08/01/2008 4:12 PM EST in Electronic, Remix | Permalink
Summertime Listening: New Music From The Weepies
Not only are The Weepies super talented, but this charming husband/wife indie-pop duo from Cali know the way to my heart. Lyrics like "I assure you friend, everyday is ice cream and chocolate cake" put an instant smile on my face. Both "All ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 08/01/2008 9:37 AM EST in Indie-Pop, Folk | Permalink
07/31/2008
Check Out The Trailer For Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist; Soundtrack To Feature Bishop Allen + Other Indie Favs
Hey! Hey! It's trailer day and apparently, Bishop Allen week, at least on The Walrus. Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, which is set in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and stars everyone's favorite awkward "teen" Michael Cera, is based on the 2006 ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 07/31/2008 6:23 PM EST in Indie-Rock, Movie Music, Video, News | Permalink
Urban Outfitters To Host Secret Machines Show in Philly; Offers Free Mixtape
The Free Yr Radio campaign, created by Toyota Yaris and Urban Outfitters to generate awareness and support for partnering independent radio stations, will be putting on FREE shows in Philadelphia, Omaha, and Salt Lake City during the months of A ...
Read MorePosted by Michael on 07/31/2008 6:18 PM EST in Electronic, Garage Rock, Indie-Rock, Playlist, Events | Permalink
Watch the New Trailer for The Flaming Lips' Christmas on Mars
Well, it's about goddamn time dudes! The Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne has been talking up his pet project, the sci-fi, low-budget film Christmas on Mars, since who knows when. Finally, an official release date has been announced and a trail ...
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