With 2008 in the books it's time to look ahead to the glorious new year. That of course means a whole new crop of new releases to get excited about!I thought this would be a great opportunity to launch Snob's Music's second ever poll. This time we're looking to get your opinion on what album you, our loyal readers, are most anticipating in 2009.The poll will remain open until January 7th at 9
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Q&A: Franz Nicolay (The Hold Steady) on his upcoming solo album
Q&A: Franz Nicolay (The Hold Steady) on his upcoming solo album
Recently I had the pleasure of doing a question and answer session with one of the hippest cats in music today: Franz Nicolay. Not only is Franz an integral part of indie rock heavyweights The Hold Steady, but he also has his debut solo album, Major General, coming out on January 13th.Here's my conversation with Franz.T.O. Snob: First I’d like to congratulate you on an incredible 20.
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New 33 1/3 books coming: NIN, Clash, Elliot Smith
There's quite the holiday hangover in store for 2009. This January is one of the sparsest concert months that I can recall.Anyhoo, here is the bare bones edition of the T.O. Concert Planner:Jan 9AC/DC (album review)Jan 12The FrayJan 15Land Of TalkFemi Kuti (album review)Jan 20Low Vs. Diamond w. Nickel EyeJan 23KillersJan 24Annuals w. What Laura SaysPassion Pit w. Paper Route & Cale Parks
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New 33 1/3 books coming: NIN, Clash, Elliot Smith
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Continuum Books has hit upon a great thing with their series of 33 1/3 books. Each of the over 50 titles in the series takes an indepth look at a classic album.The next batch of 33 1/3 books is set to be published on April 1st of this year. Titles in that set include:The Clash's London Calling by Tommy TompkinsBrian Eno's Another Green World by Geeta DayalNine Inch Nails' Pretty Hate Mach...
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Readers' Poll: Most Anticipated Album of 2009
As a belated holiday gift Ottawa's The Acorn have released not one but two EPs for free download.Ear Worms is a collection of 12 songs, each around 30 seconds in length. Little Elms is the second EP and is a more traditional 4 songs.You can get your copies of both EPs here.The Acorn's websiteThe Acorn's Myspace
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Readers' Poll: Most Anticipated Album of 2009
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With 2008 in the books it's time to look ahead to the glorious new year. That of course means a whole new crop of new releases to get excited about!I thought this would be a great opportunity to launch Snob's Music's second ever poll. This time we're looking to get your opinion on what album you, our loyal readers, are most anticipating in 2009.The poll will remain open until January 7th at 9...
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January T.O. Concert Planner
There's quite the holiday hangover in store for 2009. This January is one of the sparsest concert months that I can recall.Anyhoo, here is the bare bones edition of the T.O. Concert Planner:Jan 9AC/DC (album review)Jan 12The FrayJan 15Land Of TalkFemi Kuti (album review)**Note: Femi Kuti's tour has been cancelled due to illness**Jan 20Low Vs. Diamond w. Nickel EyeJan 23KillersJan
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January T.O. Concert Planner
A.C. Newman has had one heck of a career. He first came to our attention here in Canada as part of Vancouver underground indie pop favorites Zumpano. Following the break-up of Zumpano Newman shot to new heights of success with the New Pornographers.Get Guilty is Newman's second solo record and is scheduled to hit shelves (digital and tangible) on January 20th.The first single from the album "
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January T.O. Concert Planner
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There's quite the holiday hangover in store for 2009. This January is one of the sparsest concert months that I can recall.Anyhoo, here is the bare bones edition of the T.O. Concert Planner: Jan 9 AC/DC ( album review ) Jan 12 The Fray Jan 15 Land Of TalkFemi Kuti ( album review ) Jan 20Low Vs. Diamond w. Nickel EyeJan 23 Killers Jan 24 Annuals w. What Laura SaysPassion Pit w. Paper Route & ...
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The Acorn release two free digital EPs
2008 has been a fantastic year for music and a fantastic year for us here at Snob's Music.We made many enhancements to the site this year including new logos and gussying up the general look of the site. We also have a new URL and email address. We've added lots of sharing and subscirption capabilities and blog rolls. All of this has led to a huge spike in our hits and readership in the
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The Acorn release two free digital EPs
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As a belated holiday gift Ottawa's The Acorn have released not one but two EPs for free download.Ear Worms is a collection of 12 songs, each around 30 seconds in length. Little Elms is the second EP and is a more traditional 4 songs.You can get your copies of both EPs here .The Acorn's websiteThe Acorn's Myspace
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A.C. Newman: "There Are Maybe Ten Or Twelve" MP3
Grant-Lee Phillips has released his first ever holiday tune. "Winterglow" is available for download from all the usual digital retailers.According to the former Gilmore Girls regular, "Winterglow" is 'is essentially about the remembrance of little moments spent with friends and family and finding warmth during the year’s coldest days.' Grant-Lee Phillips' websiteGrant-Lee Phillips' Myspace
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A.C. Newman: "There Are Maybe Ten Or Twelve" MP3
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A.C. Newman has had one heck of a career. He first came to our attention here in Canada as part of Vancouver underground indie pop favorites Zumpano. Following the break-up of Zumpano Newman shot to new heights of success with the New Pornographers.Get Guilty is Newman's second solo record and is scheduled to hit shelves (digital and tangible) on January 20th.The first single from the albu...
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2008: year in review
Paul Westerberg has released what is probably a final three songs after a flurry of unconventional releases this year.The lastest, D.G.T., is a three songs set. The first track is an almost honky tonk rendition of the Christmas carol "Away In the Manger". The second is a solid cover of the traditional country song "Streets Of Laredo", which is also known as "The Cowboy's Lament". Finally, w
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2008: year in review
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2008 has been a fantastic year for music and a fantastic year for us here at Snob's Music.We made many enhancements to the site this year including new logos and gussying up the general look of the site. We also have a new URL and email address. We've added lots of sharing and subscirption capabilities and blog rolls. All of this has led to a huge spike in our hits and readership in the seco...
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Grant-Lee Phillips releases "Winterglow" digital single
While there is a definite lack of new release this week, I thought I would take the opportunity to highlight some of the albums that have set release dates in the new year. Here are some of the things you can look forward to in the first part of 2009:Franz Nicolay (of The Hold Steady)- Jan 13A.C. Newman (of New Pornographers)- Jan 20Matt And Kim- Jan 20Antony & the Johnsons- Jan 20Animal
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Grant-Lee Phillips releases "Winterglow" digital single
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Grant-Lee Phillips has released his first ever holiday tune. "Winterglow" is available for download from all the usual digital retailers.According to the former Gilmore Girls regular, "Winterglow" is 'is essentially about the remembrance of little moments spent with friends and family and finding warmth during the year's coldest days.' Grant-Lee Phillips' websiteGrant-Lee Phillips' Myspace
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Paul Westerberg: D.G.T. and complete 2008 release reviews
Lou Reed keeps adding more and more chapters to his long and storied career. This time the Godfather of everything cool is building on his legendary (infamous?) album Metal Machine Music.Lou Reed's Metal Machine Trio has just digitally released a new non-vocal album The Creation Of The Universe. The album was recorded live over two nights at L.A.'s Redcat.The ambient artsy recording features
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Paul Westerberg: D.G.T. and complete 2008 release reviews
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Paul Westerberg has released what is probably a final three songs after a flurry of unconventional releases this year.The lastest, D.G.T., is a three songs set. The first track is an almost honky tonk rendition of the Christmas carol "Away In the Manger". The second is a solid cover of the traditional country song "Streets Of Laredo", which is also known as "The Cowboy's Lament". Finally,...
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2009 New Releases preview
The end is almost here. We're just a few days away from ringing in 2009.The best way I can think of to usher in the new year is:The Sadies, The Horseshoe Tavern, Dec 31stToronto's country rock darlings and Neko Case confidantes ringing in the New Year at the Horseshoe for the 9th consecutive year. They'll play a pair of sets that night. You can't miss it.The Sadies' website
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