It's coming. Christmas that is. And what better way to usher in the season than with a brand new (and free) download.This one comes from up-and-coming singer/songwriter Lindsay Mae. Enjoy her John Lennon cover here:"Happy Christmas"- MP3Lindsey Mae's websiteLindsey Mae's Myspace
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Here's a look at the hot tickets in town this week:Matisyahu, The Phoenix, Nov 30thEveryone's favorite unlikely reggae artist is back to no doubt delight giddy audiences.Matisyahu's MyspaceHandsome Furs, Lee's Palace, Dec 5thThe Montreal band had one of the best albums of 2009. Celebrate it with them one last time.Handsome Furs' Myspace ...also this week:Bebel Gilberto- Nov 30
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Sometime in my early 20s I became a huge fan of American satirist Kurt Vonnegut. His dark sense of humour couple with his ability to make keen observations about human nature made for compelling reads, regardless of the genre he chose for any given project. Breakfast of Champions still ranks among my favorite books of all-time.From the story of the least famous Watergate conspirator of
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So we all know Beck's a weirdo, so it makes sense that he would write and arrange a bizarro song in tribute to bizarro composer Harry Partch. He can explain the concept and history better than I can:"A thruway from the external to the internal, in tribute to California bred composer Harry Partch's concept of 'Corporeality'--- the integration of the body with all art forms. The song uses a 43
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With just over a month to go it's time to begin our look back on the year that was in music.When I began going through the happenings of 2009 I was struck by an interesting phenomenon. It seemed to me that there were a whole lot of solo albums that came out this year. So I figure what better place to start than examining the good, the bad, and the rest of solo works of 2009.The GoodThere
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In an ongoing effort to wrap up the week nice and tight like, here are some quick thoughts on things I couldn't get to properly:ChokeulesThe emcee of Canadian underground hip hop team Toolshed is releasing his new album Hypergraphia. He's got a pair of shows coming up: a CD Release Party in Toronto at Rancho Relaxo on December 4th and a show in London at Call The Office on December 19th.
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San Diego indie group Boomsnake are getting ready to release a new EP. Re/Visions comes out January 12th and will be a collection of re-recording of tracks that appeared on the band's previous album. We've got a sample for your downloading pleasure now: "Sticks Stones & Animal Bones"- MP3 Boomsnake's Myspace
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UK indie rockers The Futureheads are putting the finishing touches on their fourth studio album. Until December 2nd the band is giving away the first track from that album, "Struck Dumb", for the low low cost of providing your email address. Don't hesitate. Go get yours here. The Futureheads' website The Futureheads' Myspace
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Laura Veirs new album July Flame comes out on January 12th. Currently, she's giving everyone a little glimpse into her songwriting process and creative space via a video tour of her writer's "barn". Check out the inside look here: Laura Veirs' website Laura Veirs' Myspace
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When Danish neo-shoegazers Mew embark on their North American tour next week they will have some new product to promote. The trio has just released the 11-song Live from the Hollywood Palladium. The album is available digitally from iTunes and through the band's website.Mew play the Mod Club in Toronto on December 6th.Mew's websiteMew's Myspace
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In this edition of the feature I've decided to go with an all-Chicago theme. Take these Windy City bands into the weekend with you:Adam AshbachFor those who like: Sam Roberts, Jack JohnsonIf you are into breezy pop rock, then this singer-songwriter will be right up your alley.Adam Ashbauch's MyspaceWelcome To AshleyFor those who like: The Kinks, Echo and the BunnymenFormerly from
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Machines to Make Us Wet is the new album from Halifax's Jen Clarke, aka Jenocide. The album is a sexually-charged indie-electro trip that should appeal to fans of Peaches or late-era Le Tigre. Check out a couple of tunes for download: "Junglefk (I Want It)"- MP3 "28 Mansions"- MP3 Machines to Make Us Wet comes out December 9th. Jenocide's website Jenocide's Myspace
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The Silent League is a Brooklyn-based musical collective that includes one-time Mercury Rev keyboardist Justin Russo. The group are set to release their third album, entitled ...but you've always been the caretaker, on January 26th.Take a listen to the first track here:"Here's a Star"- MP3Here's the track list for the album:Egg-ShapedWhen Stars Attack!!!Yours Truly, 2095Little iThere Is
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SXSW 2010 takes place in Austin, TX with the Music Festival portion running March 17-21st. The first batch of bands taking part in showcases have been announced and they feature a strong Canadian presence. Highlights include:Apostle of Hustle (Toronto ON)Nicole Atkins and The Black Sea (Asbury Park NJ)B-Real of Cypress Hill (Los Angeles CA)The Chevelles (Melville WA)The Coathangers (
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Indie pop singer/songwriter Arthur Nassan recently released a pair of albums, False Prophets and Life After Telescopes. We're happy to be able to give you a sample of his work: "Princess Chardonnay"- MP3 Enjoy the free stuff! Arthur Nassan's website
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Most people no doubt know Dave Rawlings best as the musical partner of alt-country siren Gillian Welch. He's worked closely with her, contributing to many of her classic works. Rawlings also has a career of his own. He's resumed his own work with the recent release of a new studio album A Friend of a Friend.On the new album it is definitely the country aspect of the music that's in focus.
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The Modfather is back. Following up last year's 21 Dreams former Jam/Style Council honcho Paul Weller has returned with a brand new single. The track, "7 & 3 Is the Strikers Name", is available by digital download and limited edition (1,000 to be exact) 7" vinyl.The track is currently previewing on Weller's website. Hear some here.Paul Weller's websitePaul Weller's Myspace
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Over the past eight weeks we've been following Irish rockers Ash as they embark on their project of releasing a single every fortnight for a year, the A-Z Series. This week sees the release of single D: "Tracers".We've got a treat for you as you can stream the singles, including "Tracers" right here: Ash's websiteAsh's Myspace
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Soundtracks are iffy propositions. Most of the time they are just a random collection of songs that were strewn throughout a movie. Occasionally we even get random songs that were featured in scenes that were left on the cutting room floor, meaning none of us got to hear it in the film.Better soundtracks though are ones that are cohesive and specially written for a film. That's what we get
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