Review: Mother Mother - O My Heart (* * * 1/2)
You should never judge a book by its cover nor an album by its sleeve; we all know that. But sometimes you might have an idea of what you're getting yourself into. With a band named Mother Mother, a CD entitled O My Heart (the shape, not the word), and a fish with a hook through its lip on the cover, you might think you're in for an strange experience. You would be correct. That's because Mo...
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Interview Alert: Delta Spirit
The Captain has an excellent and exclusive interview with Kelly Winrish of Delta Spirit over at Captain Melody. Delta Spirit just recently re-released their fine debut album Ode To Sunshine and I have to admit I'm a little jealous of The Captain's ability to snag this interview.For fans of retro-rockers like Dr. Dog and Cold War Kids, Ode To Sunshine is very much required listening. Check out ...
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New Music: The Streets - Everything Is Borrowed
The Streets, aka, Mike Skinner, is back with another set of narrative pop-rap tunes. It's a slightly more mature and interesting effort than some of his previous material, and even those who aren't so keen on rap music (like myself) will find much to enjoy. I'm not going to write a review on this one, but you should check out Snob's Music for an album review that I very much agree with.Also, go...
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Debate: Metallica - Return To Form or Still Lost?
Metallica releases their new album, Death Magnetic, today! It's bigger, badder, and heavier than anything they've done in a long time. At least that's my opinion; read my review here.I've obviously posted my feelings on the subject, but I'm curious to know what other people think about the new album. Is Metallica back to their old selves, or are they still missing the mark?
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Music and Politics: Obama and McCain reveal top 10 tunes
Blender magazine has published John McCain's and Barack Obama's favorite songs lists. Many of you have probably seen this already; I know it's not exactly "news" at this point, but I just recently ran into it. At first I thought this might be a joke. "Dancing Queen," John? Seriously?So if you haven't made up your mind, maybe this will push you in one direction or the other. Barack Obama:1. Fuge
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New Artist: Brooke Waggoner
With the recent explosion of female singer-songwriters out on the music market today, it would be easy for Brooke Waggoner to get lost in the shuffle. After hearing her debut EP and snippets from her new full-length album (available on iTunes), I'm hoping that doesn't happen. With a beautiful voice, well-written lyrics, and a love for complex piano and string arrangements, Waggoner deserves b...
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New Track: Fall Out Boy - I Don't Care
I just heard Fall Out Boy's new track,"I Don't Care," the first single from their upcoming album, and it rocks. Sure, it's derivative, repetitive, and we'll all be sick of it in a week, but it's a pop song with all the right ingredients. It's got big, shiny guitars, a stomping, danceable beat, and Patrick Stump wailing like a one-man gospel choir. I'm interested to hear what else they came u...
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New Artist: Horse Feathers
As I was browsing music blogs recently, I came across a single by this new singer/songwriter calling himself Horse Feathers. "Curs In The Weeds," the lead single from the upcoming album House With No Home, is a startlingly beautiful and captivating folk song, bringing to mind Iron & Wine and Bon Iver. With haunting vocals and raw guitar and violin, the track has a quiet intensity that makes f...
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