I'm sure this is old news to some of you (nearly six years old, to be exact), but, seeing as how I just found out about it, I felt it at least worth a mention: Wilco has a free six-song EP, "More Like the Moon" aka "Australian" aka "Bridge," up on its Web site as a free download. (Get the zip file here.) Apparently the songs were originally included with copies of the Australian version of "
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After succumbing to the not-so-dreaded Netflix virus, my awesome mix tapes are back in heavy rotation. On a scale of nine to 10, how much did you miss us? And, please, honestly is not a virtue when it comes to answering that question....1. Atmosphere - "One of a Kind"What a classic intro: "I'm different because I respect my audience and I don't yell at them. And I'm special because I respect my
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BEASTIE BOYS PAUL'S BOUTIQUEREMASTERED 20th ANNIVERSARY EDITION PRE-RELEASE AVAILABLE TODAY EXCLUSIVELY AT http://www.beastieboys.comPHYSICAL RELEASE FEBRUARY 10BEASTIE BOYS CONFIRMED TO APPEAR AT 2009 BONNAROO MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVALThe first and most probably only hip hop record ever to be likened to Abbey Road, Dark Side Of The Moon and Pet Sounds, Beastie Boys' groundbreaking Paul's Boutique
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If you seek out/download one song this week, make it Rose Hill Drive's "Altar Junkie."It's "Boulder-strong."Word."What I Consider Fun, Natural Fun" :: A random column dedicated to, among other things, doomsday 2012, Netflix/Xbox 360's awesome new way of letting you rot away your life, a few words on the recession/lowered expectations, Amazon.com's "grocery store" and how awesome physical albums
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Newsflash: "People often use bongs to smoke marijuana." (Thanks, CNN!)
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"When you chase music for money, God walks out of the room." —Quincy Jones1. Turbo Nemesis - "Turbo vs. Buckethead, Pt. 1"Kind of menacing, I must admit.2. Song of Zarathustra - "Science Science"This fiery hardcore march is the backbone of P.O.S.'s explosive “Yeah Right (Science, Science),” which I always felt was the standout track on his 2006 album “Audition.”p.s. This year it's "The B
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THESE ARE POWERS ANNOUNCE U.S.TOURINCLUDES DATES WITH ABE VIGODA, BIRD NAMESThese Are Powers, the Brooklyn/Chicago based trio of future primitives have announced plans for a United States tour. The dates include select performances with Abe Vigoda, Bird Names and US Girls and begin February 25 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania, wrapping on March 26 in Chapel Hill North Carolina. Touring in support of
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Funeral Party Announce Tour w/...Trail Of Dead * Debut Album Out April 21st Funeral Party will be hitting the road with ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead next month as direct support on their full US tour. See confirmed dates below. The band is also confirmed for SXSW 2009. Funeral Party's debut album is set for release on April 21st and music will be available in the near
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Words of wisdom: Never follow up a night of watching "Fire in the Sky" and reading about UFO abductions by listening to the Massive Attack album "100th Window." Talk about creepy...."CD Reviews: Avenpitch, Middle States and Drew Danburry" :: Albums enjoyed this week: Avenpitch’s “Cast Off,” Middle States’ “Happy Fun Party” and Drew Danburry’s “This Could Mean Trouble, You Don’t S
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If you'll remember, Cracker's late-July performance at Superior's Head of the Lakes Fair was a big one for me. Not only did I review the show and write a column about how much I love the band, but I also got to interview guitarist Johnny Hickman.So, I just had to smile when I stumbled upon the entire concert posted at Archive.org as a free, David Lowery-sanctioned download. Get it now at
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So sayeth the Rhymesayers machine: It's been two years since Brother Ali released the critically acclaimed album The Undisputed Truth, and as the Rhymesayers lyrical heavyweight and producer Ant put the finishing touches on their upcoming follow up (Fall '09) the dynamic duo cap off the last two years with a new EP and a full-length DVD. Nine tracks featuring two highly sought after b-sides and
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THE WATSON TWINS ANNOUNCE NORTH AMERICA TOUR AND NEW EP, Live At FingerprintsNEW RECORDING DUE ON VANGUARD FEBRUARY 17The Watson Twins, named for identical twins Chandra and Leigh Watson have announced the release of their new EP Live at Fingerprints February 17 on Vanguard Records. The six songs featured on the record capture the pair at their finest - performing acoustic versions of selections
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Drew Danburry is a golden god.
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"Without music, time has a very different quality." —Rory Stewart1. The Psychedelic Furs - "Forever Now"If all you know of the Furs is the hits, I really hope you choose to delve deeper within a week or two. Not that their albums are going anywhere, but you owe it to yourself.2. CSS - "Alcohol"This Brazilian act is one of those bands where they were so hyped up at one point that I totally tuned
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MATES OF STATE CONFIRM REMIX EP RELEASE, CO-HEADLINE TOUR WITH BLACK KIDSFresh off an appearance on ABC's Good Morning America and with Best of 2008 accolades having come in from NPR, Paste, KCRW and more, Mates of State are ready to kick off 2009 with two major announcements:First, tickets go on sale this Saturday, January 17 for Mates of State's upcoming co-headline tour with Black Kids. The
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Atmosphere launches Youresougly.com! From the Rhymesayers newsletter....With the re-issue of "God Loves Ugly" right around the corner we thought we'd give you an opportunity to show off your own ugly mug at www.youresougly.com. Upload a picture or take one
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From the band's newsletter: CAKE is pleased to offer their "Motorcade of Generosity" on a high quality 180 gram orange vinyl disc. Both a "Motorcade" poster and a digital download card for the full album will be included inside the jacket. In advance of the forthcoming black vinyl, this orange vinyl collector's edition album is available for $15 for a limited time only at http://www.cakemusic.com
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It feels good to be doing this again. Sincerely, Vern-o!1. Mama Cass - "Make Your Own Kind of Music""We're stuck in a bloody snow globe."2. (Olympic) Hopefuls - "Shy"I know I say this every week, but this is my favorite John Hermanson-related track.3. Deastro - "The Shaded Forests"Pure bliss, somewhere between Dealership's "Action/Adventure" and any given Snow Patrol release.4.
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