tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10717778493961239392024-02-19T00:48:42.128-06:00BRAINSTORM MUSICMeganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-18533308564315515012007-12-22T15:38:00.001-06:002007-12-22T16:49:28.326-06:00Band of Horses<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://i.realone.com/assets/rn/img/7/0/1/1/16311107-16311109-large.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px;" src="http://i.realone.com/assets/rn/img/7/0/1/1/16311107-16311109-large.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />I know it's been a while and I apologize. Last semester nearly killed me but now I'm enjoying a month off from school so I can focus on things such as updating this blog.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span>There's no doubt that <span style="font-weight: bold;">Band of Horses</span> was one of the most talked about bands of the year. Their album <span style="font-style: italic;">Cease To Begin</span> has been all the buzz on music blogs and in music publications ever since the October 8 release. Their unique mixture of southern country and indie rock combined with Ben Bridwell's haunting and raw voice created a huge fan base that helped sell out their first headlining U.S. tour. I have to admit, I wasn't a fan at first but after listening to the album a couple of times, straight through, I was hooked. The songwriting is flawless and Bridwell's vocals blows me away every time I listen to it. A perfect example of this is their track "No One's Gonna Love You<span style="font-style: italic;">." </span><br /><br />Band of Horses - No One's Gonna Love You <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/03%20No%20One%27s%20Gonna%20Love%20You.mp3">[MP3]</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com50tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-25654419469648109272007-10-23T13:04:00.000-05:002007-10-24T23:36:02.213-05:00The Voom Blooms<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.nwmusicblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/voom_blooms.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px;" src="http://www.nwmusicblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/voom_blooms.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />When I heard <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Voom Blooms</span> on the <span style="font-style:italic;">KEXP Song of the Day</span> podcast, it was love at first listen. Their upbeat, catchy, and energetic brit pop/post-punk mixture led me to do some further research and here's what I found:<br /><br />The Voom Blooms are made up of four English lads from Loughborough, George Guildford (guitar/vox), Thom Mackle (drums/vox), Craig Monk (guitars), and Brett Young (bass). Their EP, <span style="font-style:italic;">Nine Ships</span>, was self-released and to my surprise, they have yet to sign to any record label. This hasn't held them back though. They've already made a name for themselves opening for the likes of Babyshambles, Boy Kill Boy, Larrikin Love, and The Paddingtons. After forming in 2005, major publications and radio stations such as Rolling Stone, NME, Radio 1, and BBC took onto their sound, causing their first singles to sell out within a couple days. <br /><br />I am totally diggin' this band. They are going to be HUGE so please, please, please check them out!<br /><br /><br />The Voom Blooms - Nine Ships <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/02%20Nine%20Ships.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />The Voom Blooms - By The Seashore <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/08%20By%20The%20Seashore.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />The Voom Blooms - Aeroplanes at 3AM <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Aeroplanes%20At%203AM.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br />Here's their video for <span style="font-style:italic;">Politics and Cigarettes</span>, my favorite song off of their EP:<br /><object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/OS6PJDhH52Y&rel=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/OS6PJDhH52Y&rel=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.thevoomblooms.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/thevoomblooms">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-4154783442227739792007-10-08T20:01:00.000-05:002007-10-24T23:38:28.176-05:00Yacht Club!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://g.virbcdn.com/cdnImages/resize_510x1500/Image-27166-879654-Fence.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://g.virbcdn.com/cdnImages/resize_510x1500/Image-27166-879654-Fence.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />Besides being an extremely attractive band, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Yacht Club!</span> has been rockin' the music scene in Oklahoma for the past year. Although the music scene in Oklahoma is still growing, Jay Caston (vocals/guitar), Patrick Wetwiska (drums), Scott Harper (bass), and Ian Tennery (keyboards) are starting to make a name for themselves. The catchy riffs and rhythms along with Caston's smooth voice make for a pleasurable combination. <br /><br />I spoke to Scott Harper of the band and asked him a few questions. Enjoy!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">How and when did you guys meet?</span><br />We started playing about a year ago. We all knew each other through various degrees of separation in high school. Patrick and I became friends in college and started playing in his basement. Soon enough we brought Jay and Ian on to complete the lineup. Pat and I were very limited in what we could do with two people and it became quite frustrating at times.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />What are some of your major influences?</span><br />For me personally, I would point at bands like can, my bloody valentine, gang of four, the flaming lips, etc etc etc.. For us, we don't look at bands and say "let's write a song like (insert band here). We're doing our own thing but there are certainly times when I hear a song like future days by can and think "holy shit, how did they achieve this texture?" Little things like that have more influence than an overall sound of a particular band.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What's the songwriting process like for you?</span><br />Most of the time I'll come to Jay with ideas and things here and there. We'll sit at our space trying it out in twenty different ways until we like what we hear. The music normally comes before lyrics. It's very important to build melodies around the music, not the music around a melody. Like many bands and for better or worse, we feel vocals are just another instrument in the band. We feel its the finishing texture to songs we write.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />What's your outlook on the Oklahoma music scene</span><br />The Oklahoma music scene is much better than people think. There are amazing bands out here that very few people know about. I could go on and on about bands like the Evangelicals, Colourmusic, Student Film, and El Paso Hot Button. Contrary to what the average joe would think, they're all making music just as important and moving as a band in LA or New York might make. There are also quite a few venues getting nationally touring acts at a much more frequent rate. Andy (of the Starlight Mints) is doing great things with his venue, the Opolis. My favorite record store, Guestroom Records, recently opened another store which is a good sign. The scene is a bit underestimated. Expect big things from bands here in OK!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What are you guys doing currently that we can look forward to?</span><br />Well our first EP entitled "The Third Floor" will be coming our October 12th and we're currently working on new material for the next EP. We're also growing as a band and beginning to gain a better sense of each other's next move which really helps when trying to piece together new material.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Do you plan to tour anytime soon?</span><br />Right now we're all finishing up school but we're looking to put together a tour this summer.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Any new bands you guys diggin'?</span><br />I've really been digging the new Evangelicals record and the new Animal Collective. Some other favorite new(er) bands are the Joggers, 120 Days, and Black Moth Super Rainbow.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What's makes Yacht Club! different from all of the other indie rock/pop bands out there?</span><br />I think one thing that may make us different is our camaraderie. We all genuinely like each other and playing music together. We like to think this comes off in our live show but if not, test us!! We'll hug and kiss until the sun goes down! (joke). But seriously, we have no predisposition to "out-cooling" anyone like you see in too many bands today. We're all approachable in our everyday life and wouldn't change just because we're on stage and you're not. It should never be any different in my opinion.<br /><br />Like Scott said, the band will be releasing their first EP, "The Third Floor," on October 12. If you're in/around the Norman, OK area, I suggest going to their CD release party at Opolis. Support the the band and pick up a copy or two.<br /><br />Yacht Club! - According To Plan <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/02%20According%20to%20Plan.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />Yacht Club! - How To Get Away Part 2 <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/04%20How%20to%20Get%20Away%20Part%202.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/yachtclubband">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-90747899686145494972007-10-06T18:06:00.001-05:002008-12-10T03:48:59.094-06:00Klaxons @ The Bottleneck in Lawrence, KS<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij6s5lqM2y9vxrMjOfug3wVfyI7qVyieR_abI0llfTQqnnIPZqiN6Gkh9HlD6KZdnef7Dmhlizkl2Ps9dZCcW5TCbYark0iC7FoS6E6EKJKySC31wA7_pT1pWUkirc4kzVJkEDTSkheGg/s1600-h/IMG_1128.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij6s5lqM2y9vxrMjOfug3wVfyI7qVyieR_abI0llfTQqnnIPZqiN6Gkh9HlD6KZdnef7Dmhlizkl2Ps9dZCcW5TCbYark0iC7FoS6E6EKJKySC31wA7_pT1pWUkirc4kzVJkEDTSkheGg/s320/IMG_1128.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118388274780215842" /></a><br /><br />Who is that studly, hunk of man above you ask? Why that is none other than James Righton of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Klaxons</span>. Thanks to my wonderful internship, I got a chance to attend their show at The Bottleneck in Lawrence, KS last night and it was one of the best shows I've been to in a very long time. The UK natives ran through their entire album, <span style="font-style:italic;">Myths of the Near Future</span> and played an amazing show. With the crowd dancing and the infectious beats of their indie/punk/electronic sound, it was difficult not to join in.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZTeQGS1xur4QZGIVI-YeG2HSaonuVFdXk2-EhKSRF4XZ2mj4TavAGVoMThMpPjtd2vig5FtIfTX85EunDW9II6q97Ke9rm74HODfN0CD8oZmV3MQ6XHgd7KW9XFr5WlXqvEMoG0yY8Ok/s1600-h/IMG_1125.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZTeQGS1xur4QZGIVI-YeG2HSaonuVFdXk2-EhKSRF4XZ2mj4TavAGVoMThMpPjtd2vig5FtIfTX85EunDW9II6q97Ke9rm74HODfN0CD8oZmV3MQ6XHgd7KW9XFr5WlXqvEMoG0yY8Ok/s320/IMG_1125.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118388386449365554" /></a><br /><br />The show was filled with many highlights including their performances of <span style="font-style:italic;">Golden Skans</span>, <span style="font-style:italic;">Magick</span>, and <span style="font-style:italic;">Atlantis to Interzone</span>, but the most entertaining and memorable moment occured when two crazy/intoxicated Aussies joined the band on stage. This then led to half of the crowd jumping in stage and dancing. And as you can see by the pictures below, this was a very interactive show. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLoeacMjqfQKuKDkY_TUlaaFRusscPGMfr0KK9koB7ifxb7k22nTO4b1vhxrpvlpJkScuTiqGvJIa4sCN01NxDtWyMBoQaDlFY-xPdCynEOaXffXqwsbebeZVgBX7dZ0z6orw6nHpfnXg/s1600-h/IMG_1131.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLoeacMjqfQKuKDkY_TUlaaFRusscPGMfr0KK9koB7ifxb7k22nTO4b1vhxrpvlpJkScuTiqGvJIa4sCN01NxDtWyMBoQaDlFY-xPdCynEOaXffXqwsbebeZVgBX7dZ0z6orw6nHpfnXg/s320/IMG_1131.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118390280529943106" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitPbMh91qANjmCRZF2PdsZnJCvQuFoEklAy3SAl3QB3BQubDmyX_akBTd5nB9VD_g3ZVmdicYpEJfgyKCBqU842gSPm3XfOO-MhSA2IOKGfDQBtdMCo_dzm0dl1jqvPAOmLgwA2-RokIE/s1600-h/IMG_1134.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitPbMh91qANjmCRZF2PdsZnJCvQuFoEklAy3SAl3QB3BQubDmyX_akBTd5nB9VD_g3ZVmdicYpEJfgyKCBqU842gSPm3XfOO-MhSA2IOKGfDQBtdMCo_dzm0dl1jqvPAOmLgwA2-RokIE/s320/IMG_1134.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118390435148765778" /></a><br /><br /><blockquote><span style="font-weight:bold;">"Lawrence, KS - You guys are fucking crazier than Germany. I loved ever single second of it."<br /> - Jamie Reynolds</span></blockquote> <br />Although the crowd at the Bottleneck was pretty thin, Klaxons did a wonderful job getting the audience involved. The band ended up praising both the venue, the fans, and the city of Lawrence saying "We're going back to England and telling our friends that you haven't played a show until you've been to Lawrence, KS." <br /><br />After the show, I met the band and we discussed the show and when they were planning on coming back. I asked Jamie to bring their good friend Lily [Allen] (she canceled her show last year) and he said he would but after she sorts the troubles going on in her life. Hopefully Lily sorts things out and the come back soon. They are all very delightful. <br /><br />Here are some classic Klaxons tunes for your listening pleasure:<br /><br />Klaxons - Magick <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Magick.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />Klaxons - Golden Skans <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Golden%20Skans.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.klaxons.net">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/klaxons">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-12940644042240319432007-09-28T12:54:00.000-05:002007-10-24T23:39:24.149-05:00OFFICE<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.bighassle.com/publicity/office13b.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px;" src="http://www.bighassle.com/publicity/office13b.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />After reading last week's <span style="font-style:italic;">The Daily Graboid</span> on <a href="http://www.theyellowstereo.com">The Yellow Stereo</a>, I instantly fell in love with (and maybe became alittle obsessed) with the band, <span style="font-weight:bold;">OFFICE</span>.<br /><br />Made up of five members, Scott Masson (vocals/guitar), Tom Smith (guitar), Erica Corniel (drums), Alissa Hacker (bass), and Jessica Gonyea (percussion/keyboards), these Chicago, Ill natives have been making regular appearances in music publications such as Filter and Spin and have been all the buzz on countless music blogs. They're music mixes 80s pop with today's indie pop and the end result is <span style="font-style:italic;">A Night At The Ritz</span>, their first album with Scratchie/New Line Records, a 14 track album that is pure bliss. It's the kind of album you can listen to without touching the skip button. They're single <span style="font-style:italic;">Oh My</span> has already jumped into my Top 25 Most Played on iTunes and it's my new ringtone. You may call it an obsession, but I call it love.<br /><br />OFFICE - Oh My <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/01%20Oh%20My.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />OFFICE - Dominoes <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Dominoes.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br />Please enjoy their new video for <span style="font-style:italic;">Oh My</span>. It's amazing!<br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/iXX6I0TfAPs"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/iXX6I0TfAPs" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.reachoffice.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/officemusic">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-51133578266991880942007-09-14T14:54:00.001-05:002008-12-10T03:48:59.492-06:00The adventures of Via Audio in Lawrence, KSI had the pleasure of hanging out with <span style="font-weight:bold;">Via Audio</span>, before and after their September 12th show in Lawrence, KS and it was quite the experience. <br /><br />Around 5 pm, I headed over to my friend Lauren's house, where the band was staying. As I parked my car and checked my teeth for food, the nerves finally got to me. Was I seriously going to hang out with my favorite band? Yeah, yeah I was. When I walked through the door, Jessica and David were sitting on the couch petting Lauren's cat, J.T.T. (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) while Danny and Tom were at the park playing frisbee. We then decided to fill our empty stomachs with delicious Thai food. After dinner, some conversation, and taking a five minute walk around Mass. St, we headed over to the park for some pre-show jamming where we were eaten alive by mosquitos. Here are some pictures from the night:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKiLcXVUAKCcYy-M9Pt3rvj5TtrKGfn6GL880W_bN5tJqsZchMkzp3YOiG3XOAsiBAy_YTbTx4FxXCNucezZC3IsSrTzAlZIoCF7t8tCmJX2fSnOyRbPLbKmYiYVO7eA1qibDBqgYmQNw/s1600-h/IMG_0978.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKiLcXVUAKCcYy-M9Pt3rvj5TtrKGfn6GL880W_bN5tJqsZchMkzp3YOiG3XOAsiBAy_YTbTx4FxXCNucezZC3IsSrTzAlZIoCF7t8tCmJX2fSnOyRbPLbKmYiYVO7eA1qibDBqgYmQNw/s320/IMG_0978.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5110224140377118034" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNEZgzHNbsDzr3CAQZ93ifkTjq6JVZXNMFWv-Y49qrtjDFe_fh9h1xJXZ2sg5g2xxLk5T9HcAmMfTrvn6Af5zlhocFhD5R74CUF3HzkwXZyoOosrjMOWffSLXW4qVJjvt5kIAFR1Rm4Ns/s1600-h/IMG_0980.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNEZgzHNbsDzr3CAQZ93ifkTjq6JVZXNMFWv-Y49qrtjDFe_fh9h1xJXZ2sg5g2xxLk5T9HcAmMfTrvn6Af5zlhocFhD5R74CUF3HzkwXZyoOosrjMOWffSLXW4qVJjvt5kIAFR1Rm4Ns/s320/IMG_0980.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5110224294995940706" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinkS5Qla5QDyKiEvYvx3Y-L_PrAQ7NNQN36q4OYALtNU0DeXMCVtYMurplnhf8-RexAzO_-U_If1G9dZi-FqF7xzeSlx2HdwxczB7yaBh6BCuhn50IOpFN2eNaO1VsGn97mkDi28ZoLk4/s1600-h/IMG_0981.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinkS5Qla5QDyKiEvYvx3Y-L_PrAQ7NNQN36q4OYALtNU0DeXMCVtYMurplnhf8-RexAzO_-U_If1G9dZi-FqF7xzeSlx2HdwxczB7yaBh6BCuhn50IOpFN2eNaO1VsGn97mkDi28ZoLk4/s320/IMG_0981.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5110223633570977090" /></a><br /><br />The show was everything I expected and more. The band's energy radiated throughout the heavily wallpapered venue. Jessica's rendition of the running man dance and David's constant bouncy-ness added to their already lively show. One thing that really impressed me was the amount of talent the band had. It's hard to label each of the band members "the guitarist" or "the drummer" because each member knows how to play all of the instruments. Their performance of <span style="font-style:italic;">Presents</span> was memorable, as was <span style="font-style:italic;">Oh Blah Wee</span>, a song from Jessica's side project, <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Stenographer's Alibi</span>. If you missed this amazing show, here's a video of <span style="font-style:italic;">Presents</span>:<br /><br /><embed style="width:400px; height:326px;" id="VideoPlayback" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://video.google.com/googleplayer.swf?docId=8641458732278483158&hl=en" flashvars=""> </embed><br /><br />Their new album, "SaySomething," comes out tomorrow, September 25 so please check it out! You can order one at <br /><a href="http://www.sidecho.com">SideCho Records</a>.Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-33998569686663796502007-08-31T23:41:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:48:59.686-06:00Updates, updates!It's Labor Day weekend and I finally have some time to post. School has been overwhelming but I'm loving every second of it. <br /><br />I got lucky and scored an internship with <a href="http://www.huntindustries.com">Hunt Industries</a>, who book many of the shows in Lawrence. It's been an awesome experience being surrounded by music all of the time.<br /><br />Enough about me, back to the music...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjiC4FY4TGjijqJedTEVenHFMkC3nqfww6EhDUyyZ2eNA_BQAI7iM9-Noan-ufTabl7e-AbVnQ3vismLGrSjhvGnIzXnC2L6Jb9fuJTkl54105-EJCp98KO4hhUzVajBk6tobGpxRzN-g/s1600-h/l_34969fb6e036941a932ced61bdb081ee.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjiC4FY4TGjijqJedTEVenHFMkC3nqfww6EhDUyyZ2eNA_BQAI7iM9-Noan-ufTabl7e-AbVnQ3vismLGrSjhvGnIzXnC2L6Jb9fuJTkl54105-EJCp98KO4hhUzVajBk6tobGpxRzN-g/s320/l_34969fb6e036941a932ced61bdb081ee.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5105093718480775394" /></a><br /><br />I was nearly hospitalized when I heard about this. My favorite band, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Via Audio</span>, will be playing at Jackpot on September 12 with <span style="font-weight:bold;">White Rabbits</span>. Tickets are $5. Please go, it will be amazing. And while we're on the subject, you can pre-order their upcoming September 25 release, <span style="font-style:italic;">Say Something</span> at <a href="http://www.sidecho.com">SideCho Records</a>.<br /><br />That's all I got for now. I'll update soon, I swear! In the meantime, enjoy these:<br /><br />Via Audio - Presents <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/06%20Presents.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />Via Audio - Modern Day Saint <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/02%20Modern%20Day%20Saint.mp3">[MP3]</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-87089576873731897042007-08-15T20:50:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:48:59.874-06:00Pinewood Derby<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpgWcm0qlVcHU1s8Yk3emTO5EM5iloz1NPfMe1zKoVjHT-dk7U_lsQ-U71WBzBoWhLs35jIEpSKKBQCorcRzASf_8rvpZTLYiFkmWRjX0fhqQbPLg02xkh70S3vf-yoCCaY72n5AMzLq8/s1600-h/Pinewood+Derby.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpgWcm0qlVcHU1s8Yk3emTO5EM5iloz1NPfMe1zKoVjHT-dk7U_lsQ-U71WBzBoWhLs35jIEpSKKBQCorcRzASf_8rvpZTLYiFkmWRjX0fhqQbPLg02xkh70S3vf-yoCCaY72n5AMzLq8/s400/Pinewood+Derby.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5099110588519278802" /></a><br /><br />There's a reason for my lack of posting: It's my first week of college. I promise I will post more once I get into the rhythm of things. Let's just say that this week has been very overwhelming.<br /><br />Anyways, back to the music. Today I bring you <span style="font-weight:bold;">Pinewood Derby</span>, a 3 piece band from the greater Boston area. I first heard of them when they were featured on IndieFeed's podcast. I would have to say that it was love at first listen. Their sound is eclectic and absolutely addictive. With Maryn Jones on vocals, Jack Ludden on guitar and productions, and Josh Staines on bass, this indie pop band is a must hear.<br /><br />Pinewood Derby - Ivy On Stone <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Ivy%20on%20Stone.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pinewoodderbymusic.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/pinewoodderby">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-17208361313153816372007-08-13T00:38:00.001-05:002008-12-10T03:49:00.048-06:00Los Campesinos!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE5bPfLffZpFewSx43iaVrT21C6MQmfUgC_hLMx202gd4T8GttykWBtOnI4H7LMcwNpQk6pA5hi44p-wPJVOtWVhciqdXj4IK7lY1W4Qnn7S4PEBHV_4ZmjEdZm9rknf5WHJkicCDMCHs/s1600-h/Los+Campesinos.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE5bPfLffZpFewSx43iaVrT21C6MQmfUgC_hLMx202gd4T8GttykWBtOnI4H7LMcwNpQk6pA5hi44p-wPJVOtWVhciqdXj4IK7lY1W4Qnn7S4PEBHV_4ZmjEdZm9rknf5WHJkicCDMCHs/s400/Los+Campesinos.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098055364813813330" /></a><br /><br />I hit myself on the head when I heard <span style="font-weight:bold;">Los Campesinos!</span> for the first time a couple of weeks ago. Why hadn't I heard about them sooner? This seven piece band from Cardiff, Wales is too good to pass up, so I decided to write about them. <br /><br />Formed in 2006 while members of the band attended university, they posted <span style="font-style:italic;">You! Me! Dancing!</span> on MySpace and later that year, they were signed to Wichita Records. With all of the internet buzz about (which I obviously didn't hear about...) their first single, they were invited to join Broken Social Scene on tour. <span style="font-style:italic;">You!</span> bursts with so much energy that you may want to get up and start dancing. I've been playing them on repeat for the past few days and I still can't get enough. Check them out!<br /><br />Los Campesinos! - You! Me! Dancing! <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/05%20You%21%20Me%21%20Dancing%21.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />Los Campesinos! - We Throw Parties, You Throw Knives <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/We%20Throw%20Parties%2C%20You%20Throw%20Kn.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Nj6SO_yKMe8"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Nj6SO_yKMe8" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.loscampesinos.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/loscampesinos">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-91128093305278856332007-08-11T01:09:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:00.270-06:00The Ghost Is Dancing<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb5R0VWLE7FMvaGvLaok4KSGyigIeIqVXUg5mRwGTh9RKdggfBpFrSvcSJXBafVbTJv1op5IGjfu6gyKYrFbUtpD6KSsIPcs70FwJzprzUQseWZV_3CsZRzZSMAew5z0Zc0Y723_Ty1P8/s1600-h/The+Ghost+Is+Dancing.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb5R0VWLE7FMvaGvLaok4KSGyigIeIqVXUg5mRwGTh9RKdggfBpFrSvcSJXBafVbTJv1op5IGjfu6gyKYrFbUtpD6KSsIPcs70FwJzprzUQseWZV_3CsZRzZSMAew5z0Zc0Y723_Ty1P8/s320/The+Ghost+Is+Dancing.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097321191694169666" /></a><br /><br />Aside from Degrassi, <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Ghost Is Dancing </span> is another reason that Canadians are so awesome. This 9 piece indie pop band from Toronto mix eclectic sounds such as trumpets, violins, trombone, and accordian to create cheery and rowdy kind of indie pop. Their track <span style="font-style:italic;">We'll Make It</span> is a perfect example of this. With a very catchy a repetitive guitar riff, you'll find yourself humming this in the car.<br /><br />The Ghost Is Dancing - We'll Make It <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/03%20We%27ll%20Make%20It.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />The Ghost Is Dancing - People <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/People.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.theghostisdancing.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-26102758944282011942007-08-08T15:24:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:01.559-06:00Klaxons coming to Lawrence? No Way!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHInaAuP0WrsE0cM7Wk4nTpVp9iRK9HJlsKL2UmdPvKOkUyjLkWB4l7IZfkLQrqZ48iMF198_mn5oaTkP4DiuozrdiZtADhWuifXI4li9_6unMaZCx94pRJ49syAMiYPuIkphL9cR8LIg/s1600-h/klaxons2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHInaAuP0WrsE0cM7Wk4nTpVp9iRK9HJlsKL2UmdPvKOkUyjLkWB4l7IZfkLQrqZ48iMF198_mn5oaTkP4DiuozrdiZtADhWuifXI4li9_6unMaZCx94pRJ49syAMiYPuIkphL9cR8LIg/s400/klaxons2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5096428504216532530" /></a><br /><br />Oh yes, it's true. Klaxons, the indie/experimental/amazingly good trio will be playing at The Bottleneck on October 5. Tickets go on sale this Saturday and they're only $12. There is no excuse to pass up this show. It will be fantastic.<br /><br />Klaxons - Golden Skans <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Golden%20Skans.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />Klaxons - Magick <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Magick.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.klaxons.net">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/klaxons">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-9857789741184876052007-08-07T21:35:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:01.742-06:00Via Audio<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV7KPjxSGigxZGplZnTvdi8NdS1N9RgYC2IddN99IDKjkg7CI4xiSvC1z2HC8F3FSeq0KKKsqnQtwUlPDuKjce6mVnX2z5UxK6kD-Yb_BHHr6b_ffYmOcZoyWJO3hAYxeqq0aRZFdfaew/s1600-h/Via+Audio.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV7KPjxSGigxZGplZnTvdi8NdS1N9RgYC2IddN99IDKjkg7CI4xiSvC1z2HC8F3FSeq0KKKsqnQtwUlPDuKjce6mVnX2z5UxK6kD-Yb_BHHr6b_ffYmOcZoyWJO3hAYxeqq0aRZFdfaew/s400/Via+Audio.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5096152818855736866" /></a><br /><br />I know that I seem to praise every band for making awesome music but hear me out on this one. I'm going to explain to you the relationship I have with <span style="font-weight:bold;">Via Audio</span>.<br /><br />About four years ago, while searching PureVolume.com for some punk/screamo bands (everyone goes through some kind of phase...), I came across a band that completely blew me away. Of course I didn't tell anyone that I had an indie pop band on repeat but they were the first band that I truly "discovered." After a while, I stopped playing them and sadly, I forgot about them too.<br /><br />A few days ago, I was browsing my IndieFeed podcasts and stumbled upon them once again. I guess great music never lets you forget. 60,000 plays and 5,000 friends later, Via Audio is seriously making a name for themselves. Signed to SideCho records, they're releasing a full-length album entitled, <span style="font-style:italic;">SaySomething</span> on September 25th.<br /><br />Made up of Danny Molad (drums), Jessica Martins (vocals/guitar), Tom Deis (guitar), and David Lizmi (bass), Via Audio has been making music since 2003 when they were students at Boston's Berklee College of Music. They started playing local shows and were finally discovered at a Spoon show when Martins walked up to drummer, Jim Eno and handed him a CD. Eno took an interest in the band and together, they started recording in his Austin, TX studio. <br /><br />Words can't even describe how much I love this band. Their music is completely flawless. With their brilliantly written lyrics, infectious melodies, and memorable style, it's easy to see why these Berklee grads are just so damn good. Martins' voice along with Molad, Deis, and Lizmi's make for the perfect combination. <br /><br />I love each and every band that I feature on this blog but Via Audio will always be one of my favorites so please, when their album is released September 25, GO BUY IT!<br /><br />Via Audio - Developing Active People <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/01%20Developing%20Active%20People.m4a">[MP3]</a><br />Via Audio - Modern Day Saint <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/02%20Modern%20Day%20Saint.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/hEy4bc0ialA"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/hEy4bc0ialA" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.viaaudio.net">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/viaaudio">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-2660671532059453712007-08-07T11:16:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:01.908-06:00The Rewinds<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ46M0eJOJOs74bZ_GghqERWpH6BJ1LKOgEtigRXcRTMHNnUKTC2E3rs_GOqZolpPb1YqgVUVpde9xbggh6lgp8GsC6gylSORIyCv5GubarGI6YPoLWe18BPkf9iN6pNZGdkCSM-I1gO0/s1600-h/The+Rewinds.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ46M0eJOJOs74bZ_GghqERWpH6BJ1LKOgEtigRXcRTMHNnUKTC2E3rs_GOqZolpPb1YqgVUVpde9xbggh6lgp8GsC6gylSORIyCv5GubarGI6YPoLWe18BPkf9iN6pNZGdkCSM-I1gO0/s320/The+Rewinds.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5095994098339313170" /></a><br /><br />I've been visiting Alabama for as long as I can remember. My grandparents call Decatur, AL their home, I call it a very boring vacation every year. When I think of "the Heart of Dixie," the first thought that comes to mind isn't indie rock but <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Rewinds</span>, who hail from Birmingham, have completely changed my perspective on music in the South and maybe they'll change your's. <br /><br />Made up of Michael Shackelford (vocals/guitar), Glenn Drennen (vocals/lead guitar), Chris Markham (bass), and Brooks Marks (drums), The Rewinds have been hard at work combining their love for indie power pop with their Southern roots. They're opened for the likes of Better Than Ezra, Snow Patrol, My Morning Jacket, Eisley, and VHS or Beta. Their catchy melodies, upbeat energy, and brilliant lyrics make their self-titled album completely addictive. I've had them on repeat for the past week. They're kind of amazing.<br /><br />The Rewinds - Ghostriders <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Ghostriders.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br />Video for <span style="font-style:italic;">She's In the Movies</span>. You have to admit, their accents are cute:<br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/zqbkcqKeh60"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/zqbkcqKeh60" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/therewinds">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-81822459603530052932007-08-06T20:35:00.001-05:002007-10-24T23:42:19.821-05:00Chocolate RainI'm sorry guys but I had to post this. I just couldn't help myself. <br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Kr42ZXpmwH0"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Kr42ZXpmwH0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-91162843702976903042007-08-05T14:06:00.001-05:002008-12-10T03:49:01.943-06:00I'm From Barcelona<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtiyKoMkjEEOG0K9OFGI9PjD02pDcyYrzi-3699CMNqQwFFBLgB_JOiQBQd8Js4W_LKOJdcpppoxb4AdZWpA_skcNTJI_zyHBxDnE51K606WnQ44JdkcAqojocFTwKPpkheCTyXFZZVRo/s1600-h/I'm+From+Barcelona.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtiyKoMkjEEOG0K9OFGI9PjD02pDcyYrzi-3699CMNqQwFFBLgB_JOiQBQd8Js4W_LKOJdcpppoxb4AdZWpA_skcNTJI_zyHBxDnE51K606WnQ44JdkcAqojocFTwKPpkheCTyXFZZVRo/s320/I'm+From+Barcelona.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5095294997922608642" /></a><br /><br />No, that is not the 10 year reunion picture the 1994 graduates of some high school. That is <span style="font-weight:bold;">I'm From Barcelona</span>, a 29 member band from Sweden. And I thought Belle & Sebastian and Broken Social Scene had a lot of band members. Led by Emanuel Lundgren, this band is known for its use of ecletic instruments such as clarinets, flutes, trumpets, accordians, and kazoos. Their lyrics, however, are extremely simple and refreshing. Their indie pop is the kind of feel good music that you can't stop playing. Whenever I hear <span style="font-style:italic;">We're From Barcelona</span>, I want to drop whatever I'm doing and dance. <br /><br />I'm From Barcelona - We're From Barcelona <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/We%27re%20From%20Barcelona.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br />I'm From Barcelona in action. This is seriously one of my favorite videos of all time.<br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/OwwbXHNGsjU"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/OwwbXHNGsjU" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.imfrombarcelona.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/imfrombarcelona">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-52203455036906280602007-08-01T18:10:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:02.230-06:00Kyle Riabko<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTfTGj_MDhjx2_8GY8vUqidbXpMGjfmvF2i71fYOSpF3Cx9FROdAgchbAjdNUuc81JYew6MRW_8tirlxfpWgLilNY-uvFe3212EuNMU0cCOBAFo6SoyZhKaUst1CdJeed81cgKoRISgsA/s1600-h/60488546_l.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTfTGj_MDhjx2_8GY8vUqidbXpMGjfmvF2i71fYOSpF3Cx9FROdAgchbAjdNUuc81JYew6MRW_8tirlxfpWgLilNY-uvFe3212EuNMU0cCOBAFo6SoyZhKaUst1CdJeed81cgKoRISgsA/s320/60488546_l.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093903492943214066" /></a><br /><br /><br />Beyond that gorgeous smile and beach blonde hair, there is one hell of a guitar player. You're looking at <span style="font-weight:bold;">Kyle Riabko</span>, a native of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Kyle began performing at the age of ten and began his professional career during his junior year of high school. He has opened for John Mayer, Robert Randolph, Maroon 5 and blues legend, Buddy Guy. Did I mention that he's only 19? Damn, he makes me feel like I've accomplished nothing in life! Kyle's music is filled with bluesy guitar riffs that can be compared to great blues guitarists B.B. King and Eric Clapton. It's been said that he's in line to become one of this generation's greatest guitar players. Check him out and you can decide for yourself.<br /><br />Kyle Riabko - Carry On <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Carry%20On.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br />Kyle performing my favorite song <span style="font-style:italic;">Estrogen</span>:<br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/6alMTlY-O_Y"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/6alMTlY-O_Y" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.kyleriabko.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/kyleriabko">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-86155460595642768182007-07-31T15:04:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:02.590-06:00Tyler James<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp_oy_9Kehszmi2AaIxbVF9Hk0wxK8dB-ttZwsLRnIM54QGXWXHl5cQ1R1d8otUMXaNg6LqD-BA63Uv9Pp8iShP-3LGtIVeI1UZASIPGYosjhYbXEAQHjfq4IhSWEptvUexdqno0uJ4tc/s1600-h/Tyler+James.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp_oy_9Kehszmi2AaIxbVF9Hk0wxK8dB-ttZwsLRnIM54QGXWXHl5cQ1R1d8otUMXaNg6LqD-BA63Uv9Pp8iShP-3LGtIVeI1UZASIPGYosjhYbXEAQHjfq4IhSWEptvUexdqno0uJ4tc/s320/Tyler+James.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093454595846338002" /></a><br /><br />Although <span style="font-weight:bold;">Tyler James</span> is 25 years old, he is often mistaken for a teenager. This headband wearing, piano playing, singer/songwriter has been playing music since he was a kid. His musical influences include Nick Drake, Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, and Bob Dylan. I first heard his song <span style="font-style:italic;">Stay Humble</span> on one of my favorite shows, <span style="font-style:italic;">Brothers & Sisters</span>. His lyrics were filled with emotion and vulnerability and his voice was subtle yet powerfully uplifting at the same time. Tyler James is one Nashville's best kept secrets and it's about time the word got out.<br /><br />Tyler James - Stay Humble <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Stay%20Humble.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.tylerjames.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/tylerjames">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-59947912165440379642007-07-30T23:24:00.001-05:002008-12-10T03:49:03.845-06:00Datarock<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCV92J_2uCvm-xteoQgoUm2OC-spPAZcVtTLu1463buko7pA7-gMZFTYQ_iAx09i7DzC9CE8ot6yWnll5WLi2K9KGmTOWKYbn8mADMfS2ye5BZ-zcS-tLmWYUY5c_XooWF7n8wnWw5kDg/s1600-h/Datarock.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCV92J_2uCvm-xteoQgoUm2OC-spPAZcVtTLu1463buko7pA7-gMZFTYQ_iAx09i7DzC9CE8ot6yWnll5WLi2K9KGmTOWKYbn8mADMfS2ye5BZ-zcS-tLmWYUY5c_XooWF7n8wnWw5kDg/s320/Datarock.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5093217981803034050" /></a><br /><br />It really doesn't get much better than this. <span style="font-weight:bold;">Datarock</span>, is a duo from Norway that mix addictive and repetitive guitar riffs with 80s style beats all while wearing the most stylish track suits I have ever seen. Started in 2000, Datarock began as a four person band but slowly dwindled down to Fredrik Saroea and Ketil Mosnes. It's amazing what these two guys can do on stage. Not only do they fill their shows with breakdancing and b-boy goodness, but they also play the guitar, drums, bass, and spin. Some of their musical influences include Devo and the Talking Heads and it definitely shows. It blows my mind whenever I listen to them. It just reminds me how fucking amazing they are.<br /><br />Datarock - Fa Fa Fa <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Fa-Fa-Fa.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/0-bwuTFGeb4"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/0-bwuTFGeb4" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.datarock.no">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/datarock">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-57542054625687287412007-07-29T12:08:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:03.941-06:00It's my birthday I can post if I want to/The CinematicsLadies and gentlemen, today is my 18th birthday! What's the best thing to do on your 18th birthday, you ask? Post on your blog of course!<br /><br />Today I bring you <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Cinematics</span>.<br /><br />Okay, okay. So they're not the newest thing around and pretty much everyone knows about them but their my favorite band at the moment <span style="font-style:italic;">and</span> it's my birthday so I'm going to write about them anyways.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjk3y4lBibrGiLZgYEJ6XzFeh_6ibyttCqc4l8lnpYdXLYkFkIkG7-AZap8PPmgSHNHsjZA2qdPvQsgDhU6f29I7c6zkW6vQtSP5Cxn7r3_n5urxyzinFoQjN4elPviUa65nhQdkF9tGA/s1600-h/The+Cinematics.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjk3y4lBibrGiLZgYEJ6XzFeh_6ibyttCqc4l8lnpYdXLYkFkIkG7-AZap8PPmgSHNHsjZA2qdPvQsgDhU6f29I7c6zkW6vQtSP5Cxn7r3_n5urxyzinFoQjN4elPviUa65nhQdkF9tGA/s320/The+Cinematics.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5092683735116051874" /></a><br /><br />If you've haven't been living under a rock for the past year, you would know that The Cinematics are taking the college/public radio airwaves by storm. Formed in 2003 in Glascow, Scotland they have become a huge success in Europe and are making their way to the U.S. If you like Editors, Bloc Party, Franz Ferdinand, Tokyo Police Club, or if you like music at all, check them out.<br /><br />The Cinematics - Keep Forgetting <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Keep%20Forgetting.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/LqYYqAxgGMg"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/LqYYqAxgGMg" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.thecinematics.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/thecinematics">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-22096503310260732392007-07-28T00:39:00.001-05:002008-12-10T03:49:04.120-06:00Phoenix<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAN6MkS4KcnUoxsHlBLgT7S7hgpttcMtv3dmr27tXnSGnfT2rSfLn4QrgRs7Qb0ItR3fRWChhlk242dGg2CGGlElD6W5GdNSajX9yTmlPirfCRSE4u9-5EWUTrts8wr-ZfDNNWwQVcF8k/s1600-h/Phoenix.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAN6MkS4KcnUoxsHlBLgT7S7hgpttcMtv3dmr27tXnSGnfT2rSfLn4QrgRs7Qb0ItR3fRWChhlk242dGg2CGGlElD6W5GdNSajX9yTmlPirfCRSE4u9-5EWUTrts8wr-ZfDNNWwQVcF8k/s320/Phoenix.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5092118410045715858" /></a><br /><br />I first fell in love with <span style="font-weight:bold;">Phoenix</span> when I heard their song <span style="font-style:italic;">Everything is Everything</span>. I couldn't believe that four Frenchmen from Versailles could produce such an upbeat and amazing sound. A trace of old school funk and new school beats combines to make for some great music. Their music has been featured in two of Sofia Coppola's (who is also the lead singer's girlfriend) films (<span style="font-style:italic;">Lost In Translation</span> and <span style="font-style:italic;">Marie Antoinette</span>). The best thing about their songs are that their "danceable". You can let down your hair and bust a move on the dance floor or you can just chill and listen to them while driving around town with your windows down. <br /><br />Phoenix - Everything Is Everything <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/01%20Everything%20Is%20Everything.mp3">[MP3]</a><br />Phoenix - Rally <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Rally.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.wearephoenix.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/wearephoenix">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-59332889755618562272007-07-26T20:26:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:04.229-06:00Adam Merrin<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyU39qONO0_cTdmpx24MwGtj7EnF-meqhV_PJSYBo9LbDZgdZ9tprAvXQqP-ddkJv1mJuddA1N_3dGBVqJiAoZI6KxnAhOphn2_mbqxwANC1BgFiepR3QDQoh25hYkvJ7FRm0er0lKueI/s1600-h/Adam+Merrin.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyU39qONO0_cTdmpx24MwGtj7EnF-meqhV_PJSYBo9LbDZgdZ9tprAvXQqP-ddkJv1mJuddA1N_3dGBVqJiAoZI6KxnAhOphn2_mbqxwANC1BgFiepR3QDQoh25hYkvJ7FRm0er0lKueI/s400/Adam+Merrin.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5091682513814844802" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Adam Merrin</span> can play your heartstrings like a damn fiddle. After hearing his song <span style="font-style:italic;">Still Alright</span> on the March 22 episode of <span style="font-style:italic;">Grey's Anatomy</span>, I rushed to my computer to do some research. Who was this man that reduced me to tears? Who was this man that provided the perfect music for the storyline of George and Izzy's complicated relationship?<br /><br />I found out that Adam is also the keyboardist of the upbeat, rock/pop band <span style="font-weight:bold;">The 88</span> which have lent their music to movie soundtracks (You, Me, and Dupree, Failure to Launch) and countless TV shows (The O.C., Laguna Beach, Weeds). Now, <span style="font-style:italic;">that</span> I didn't expect. Adam's message in <span style="font-style:italic;">Still Alright</span> is a far cry from The 88's sound which can usually be heard in the background of a college frat party on MTV but it's still great music and of course, I had to share.<br /><br />Adam Merrin - Still Alright <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Still%20Alright.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/adammerrin">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-41422448761027087412007-07-25T18:28:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:04.574-06:00Oh, Philadelphia<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKpgq0FQShXzQdlIjXKRKOFman7Ce5iQi9vQdRf8BYHl5M3n8zt4GypcVKhmK91XmlRprNrEqET9cXOE6ifgZ3oxlkUH8jYJUh1PJQQiZEZBsPUiB0u9DqO2xpul0w2ctCJ8qV3u26NvQ/s1600-h/FLTRevBlkBar_r1_c1_new.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKpgq0FQShXzQdlIjXKRKOFman7Ce5iQi9vQdRf8BYHl5M3n8zt4GypcVKhmK91XmlRprNrEqET9cXOE6ifgZ3oxlkUH8jYJUh1PJQQiZEZBsPUiB0u9DqO2xpul0w2ctCJ8qV3u26NvQ/s320/FLTRevBlkBar_r1_c1_new.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5091282858518017346" /></a><br /><br />Philadelphia, PA is known for two things: being the city of brotherly love and cheesesteaks. What most people don't realize is that Phillie has an amazing music scene. For instance, the University of Pennsylvania has one of the best non-commercial, member-supported radio stations I've ever called, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Y Rock On XPN</span>. You can tune in any minute of the day and hear the likes of The Smiths, Dr. Dog, and Rilo Kiley. I've been a fan for a while and it's about time you become one too.<br /><br />You can listen here: <a href="http://yrockonxpn.org/listen.php">Y Rock on XPN</a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid7-R-_AQscDNO-b3z4netpCaq6V4Wdwy9mNWf1-z-awXJQLFAYZAXJZ1KwCBdoOUYmmMr_DJpit25FtnTs8pET-bhKL64xZ5XdMen0p7jRuZtKpAAGHLNfkYhZTIWlM8ogl7dZy2Rm8k/s1600-h/hailsocial.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid7-R-_AQscDNO-b3z4netpCaq6V4Wdwy9mNWf1-z-awXJQLFAYZAXJZ1KwCBdoOUYmmMr_DJpit25FtnTs8pET-bhKL64xZ5XdMen0p7jRuZtKpAAGHLNfkYhZTIWlM8ogl7dZy2Rm8k/s320/hailsocial.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5091286062563620178" /></a><br /><br />Philadelphia has also been home to indie rock band, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Hail Social</span>. It's almost impossible to listen to their album, <span style="font-style:italic;">Modern Love & Death</span> and not think "Damn! This is fucking catchy!" <br /><br />Hail Social - Heaven <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/02%20Heaven.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/dTwggS3sM0Y"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/dTwggS3sM0Y" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.hailsocial.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1071777849396123939.post-5293099957329822752007-07-25T01:58:00.000-05:002008-12-10T03:49:04.752-06:00My introduction/Josh RouseWhy I didn't start a music blog sooner, I don't know. Music has been pumping through my veins since I was little. Forced to take piano and violin lessons, I rebelled and picked up a guitar. I spend my days and nights searching for up and coming bands or just damn catchy songs that I can play on repeat. I created this blog to spread the music and the love.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNjtHGxHPa05CFCdKWHgpRQhRfWGrca13hgU5vIAy_xxUyyx3C_jxlc3sDXngRvhYmlWZQi6HODluq8RZO4dmHFEyQVUx5CXyZUj4YplnnA5lRSk6QstJFP1KXefaiTwuYABYoI2DjA-s/s1600-h/mus_joshrouse.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNjtHGxHPa05CFCdKWHgpRQhRfWGrca13hgU5vIAy_xxUyyx3C_jxlc3sDXngRvhYmlWZQi6HODluq8RZO4dmHFEyQVUx5CXyZUj4YplnnA5lRSk6QstJFP1KXefaiTwuYABYoI2DjA-s/s400/mus_joshrouse.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5091027316553839922" /></a><br /><br />The first of my many rants is about the talented musician/singer/songwriter, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Josh Rouse</span>.<br />After a while, most acoustic/folk performers all start sounding the same. Their voices become softer and their lyrics become one big blur of nonsense. Rouse, however, combines his knack for writing music and singing into nothing short of genius.<br />Just take my word for it and listen to him.<br /><br />Josh Rouse - Come Back (Light Therapy) <a href="http://www.mediamax.com/brainstormmusic/Hosted/Come%20Back.mp3">[MP3]</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.joshrouse.com">Official Website</a><br /><a href="http://www.myspace.com/joshrouse">MySpace</a>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12603509658229536512noreply@blogger.com4