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07.03.2009 Wallpaper: "BootyTweet" Video
Check out this video for “BootyTweet” by Bumbershoot artist Wallpaper.
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07.03.2009 Ty Blue's Insider Look at Bumbershoot: July 28-July 4
Ty Blue recounts this week’s party and concert at city hall and prepares for the bikers at the Chase Family 4th at Lake Union.
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07.03.2009 Franz Ferdinand: "Can't Stop Feeling" Video
"Franz Ferdinand":http://www.franzferdinand.co.uk get shuffled around in this video for "Can't Stop Feeling" off their latest album Tonight. (via)Discuss this.
07.03.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Vivian Girls, Carrie Rodguez and Truckasauras!
The Vivian Girls make a summertime playlist, Carrie Rodriguez is a Southern Angel with a country edge and the Truckasauras guys launch their own Blogasauras in today’s Fresh Links.
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07.03.2009 Elvis Perkins In Dearland: "Chains, Chains, Chains" Video
Sean Pecknold, brother to Fleet Floxes frontman Robin, directs this dreamlike music video for "Chains, Chains, Chains" by Elvis Perkins in Dearland off their self-titled album. (via)
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07.02.2009 MSTRKRFT Video for "Heartbreaker" Ft. John Legend
MSTRKRFT (feat. John Legend) – Heartbreaker from Marsou on Vimeo.
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07.02.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Todd Snider, Jason Webley, Matt Braunger and more
Todd Snider transitions from poetry to music, Jason Webley celebrates 11 years, Matt Braunger opposes kids with owls and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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07.01.2009 Today's Fresh Links: The Black Eyed Peas, Janelle Monae, D. Black and more!
The movies get Taboo, Janelle Monae has a history of crowd surfing, D.Black has more on the way, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.30.2009 Today's Fresh Links: The Black Eyed Peas, The Minus 5 and Matt & Kim
Will.I.Am works with the King of Pop, Matt & Kim do NPR, and The Minus 5 have huge numbers in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.30.2009 Raphael Saadiq Remembers Michael Jackson
Raphael Saadiq pays homage to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson by performing the Jackson 5 classic "I Want You Back".
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06.29.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Head Like a Kite, Black Joe Lewis and OTEP
Head Like A Kite re-record a favorite track, OTEP set to release new single and Black Joe Lewis has soul in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.29.2009 Download: "Only as the Day is Long" by Sera Cahoone
This track from country-folk-indie darling Sera Cahoone is from her album with the same name, Only As the Day is Long. The Seattleite (by way of Colorado) offers heart-tugging lyrics and just the right amount of banjo and harmonica to give the track some twang. This is the kind of country for people who say they don’t listen to country.
Recommended if you like: Emmylou Harris
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06.27.2009 The Black Eyed Peas perform at Much Music Awards '09
Feel the energy radiating from this video of The Black Eyed Peas performing at the Much Music Awards ’09!
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06.26.2009 Ty Blue's Insider Look at Bumbershoot: June 21-27
Two ladies share the PR internship, conjoining their minds to tackle projects. Bumbershoot Insiders lovingly refer to Bailey and Alex as Bailex, or The Twins. On Thursday, one half of that dynamic duo (Alex) and I connected with Head Like a Kite for a recording session at an iconic Seattle studio. Dave and Trent have dynamo tracks already; keep tabs on these two because I suspect they’ll go far, and I’ll cherish these memories!
Speaking of going far, major props to everyone running the Seattle Rock & Roll Marathon this Saturday. When you breeze through 26.2 miles, think of me, the sprawled out fool gasping for breath way back at the .262-mile mark. Yeah, I’m not exactly athletic, so I’ll be planted at the Bumberbooth where I will be cheering for all you runners, walkers and mad-dashers. After you cross the finish line, stop by the booth and I’ll congratulate you with a Bumbershoot button!
The icing on the cake was today. John from Teatro ZinZanni, a.k.a. J-Flo, took me to the spiegeltent’s costume room to get FABOOSH for the Seattle Pride Parade on Sunday. And, I made my personal Pride playlist full of Bumbershoot artists with celebratory tracks that get me hyped and remind me of the gaiety in my life (listed below).
“Poster of Girl” – Metric
“Not a Love Song” – UH HUH HER
“Open Your Eyes” – U.S.E
“Monster Hospital” (MSTRKRFT remix) – Metric
“First Communion” – Gang Gang Dance
“Boom Boom Pow (David Guetta Remix) – The Black Eyed Peas
“Yeah Yeah” (Flosstradamus Remix) – Matt & Kim
“Milkshake” – Holy F**K
“Sophisticated Side Ponytail” – Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head
“Street Justice” – MSTRKRFT
“Violet Stars Happy Hunting” – Janelle Monae
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06.26.2009 Eric Hutchinson Performs "Okay It's Alright with Me" on Jimmy Kimmel
Eric Hutchinson brings “Ok It’s Alright with Me” off Sounds Like This to TV for the first time on last night’s Jimmy Kimmel.
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06.26.2009 Laundro Matinee Fresh Session: Dead Confederate - "The Rat"
Dead Confederate perform “The Rat” for Laundro Matinee. Watch it after the jump and get more videos and mp3s from their Fresh Session.
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06.26.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Black Eyed Peas, Dehli 2 Dublin, Kore Ionz and Mayer Hawthorne!
The Black Eyed Peas get the party started, Kore Ionz are Twitterviewed and Dehli 2 Dublin are new brand of fusion in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.26.2009 Franz Ferdinand create their own "No You Girls" video
Franz Ferdinand film, direct and star in their homemade video for “No You Girls”. Watch it after the jump.
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06.25.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Jason Mraz, Black Whales, Todd Barry and much more!
Jason Mraz performs and shares avocado love, Black Whales make waves, Todd Barry breaks the silence, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.24.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Jason Mraz, Modest Mouse and more!
Jason Mraz gets iggli with it, Modest Mouse hones their tone and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.24.2009 MSTRKRFT - "Heartbreaker" featuring John Legend (Live on Letterman)
MSTRKRFT performs "Heartbreaker" with John Legend off their latest album Fist of God last night on The Late Show with David Letterman.
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06.24.2009 Jason Mraz: "Lucky" ft. Ximana Sarinana Video
Jason Mraz — "Lucky" (Spanish version) featuring Ximana Sariñana.
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06.23.2009 Today's Fresh Links: David Cross, Janelle Monae, Audrye Sessions and more artists!
David Cross skips goes across the pond, Janelle Monae has staying power, Audrye Session has free tickets, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.23.2009 Black Eyed Peas: "I Gotta Feeling" (David Guetta Extended Mix)
Check out this extended mix of The Black Eyed Peas’ song “I Gotta Feeling” by French DJ David Guetta. (via Arjanwrites.com)
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06.22.2009 Eric Hutchinson "Rock & Roll" Live Video
Eric Hutchinson stops by 103.1 KCDA in Spokane, WA to perform his song “Rock & Roll” off Sounds Likes This.
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06.22.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Katy Perry, No Age, DJ Spooky and more artists!
Katy Perry as Katy Hudson, DJ Spooky’s rebirth, No Age’s report cards, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links!
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06.19.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Modest Mouse, Elvis Perkins in Dearland, Jason Mraz and more!
Modest Mouse leaks the “Whale Song,” teens get to choose Jason Mraz, Elvis Perkins in Dearland live from Philadelphia, plus more artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.19.2009 Dyme Def Freestyle Video
S.E.V. of Dyme Def shows his rap talent in this video from the Ace Hotel in Seattle.
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06.18.2009 Today's Fresh Links: David Cross, Jason Mraz, Janelle Monae and more artists.
NPR interviews Janelle Monae about her futuristic Metropolis, David Cross explains he drinks for a reason, Jason Mraz wants a new world, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.17.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Os Mutantes, Katy Perry, Keller Williams and more!
A rock legend favors Katy Perry, Keller William’s innovative record release, Os Mutantes return after 35 years, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.16.2009 Sera Cahoone: "Baker Lake" (Video)
“Baker Lake” can be found onSera Cahoone’s 2008 album Only As The Day Is Long.
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06.16.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Metric, Modest Mouse, David Cross and more!
Metric apologize for the long break, the latest sounds from Modest Mouse, David Cross becomes an octopus, and much more in today’s Fresh Links!
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06.16.2009 The Black Eyed Peas "Boom Boom Pow" / "Let's Get It Started" (Jimmy Kimmel)
Last night the Black Eyed Peas stopped by Jimmy Kimmel to perform “Boom Boom Pow” off their latest The E.N.D. and “Let’s Get It Started” from their 2003 breakthrough Elephunk.
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06.15.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Michael Franti, Sly & Robbie, The Honey Brothers and more artists!
Metric rocks out, Michael Franti gets creative with Woody Harrelson’s shower door, Todd Snider is the pick of the week, and tons more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.15.2009 The Black Eyed Peas "Boom Boom Pow" / "I Gotta Feeling" (Today Show)
Black Eyed Peas perform in Rockafeller Plaza on the Today Show. “Boom Boom Pow” and “I Gotta Feeling” are from their latest album The E.N.D.
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06.15.2009 Jason Mraz - "Suerte" ft. Ximana Sarinana
Check out this Spanish version of "Lucky" by Jason Mraz called "Suerte" featuring Ximena Sariñana.
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06.15.2009 The Knux: Bonnaroo performance
The Knux – Bonnaroo Acapella Freestyle from Bonnaroo on Vimeo.
Check out this video of The Knux getting wild at Bonnaroo pulled from The Audacity of Dope which reminds Seattleites and everyone else why they should come to Bumbershoot ’09. Thanks for the shout out!
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06.12.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Janelle Monae, The Black Eyed Peas, The Honey Brothers and more artists!
Janelle Monae’s past leads her toward a productive future, The Black Eyed Peas get jiggy with it, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.12.2009 Go Record Shopping with Vivian Girls
Brooklyn’s Vivian Girls take a shopping trip through the famed Amoeba Music. Find out what’s in their bag and then see them at Bumbershoot ’09.
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06.11.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Gang Gang Dance, The Lonely Forest and Todd Snider
Gang Gang Dance remixed by a fellow Brooklyn band, Seattle’s The Lonely Forest is on the rise, and Todd Snider sings about baseball in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.10.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Eugene Mirman, 3 Inches of Blood, Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears, and more Bumbershoot artists!
Eugene Mirman wants high school students to change the world, 3 Inches of Blood are looking for a bass player, The Devil Makes Three on KEXP, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.10.2009 Wale featuring Lady Gaga - "Chillin'" Video
Check out this recently released video for “Chillin’” by Wale featuring Lady Gaga and directed by Chris Robinson.
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06.10.2009 The Black Eyes Peas Perform "I Gotta Feeling" on Letterman!
Check out this hot Black Eyed Peas performance of "I Gotta Feeling" off their latest album The E.N.D. on Letterman.
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06.09.2009 Video: Emily Haines of Metric on "Fantasies"
Emily Haines of Metric speaks candidly about her introspective time in Buenos Aires and writing process for her band's latest album Fantasies.
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06.09.2009 Today's Fresh Links: DJ Spooky, The Black Eyed Peas, Eric Hutchinson, and more Bumbershoot artists!
DJ Spooky finds music in science, The Black Eyed Peas’ energy never dies, Eric Hutchinson talks about his second chance and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.09.2009 Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears: "I'm Broke" video
Check out this video for "I'm Broke" by Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears off their debut album Tell 'Em What Your Name Is and directed by Daniel Gibbs.
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06.08.2009 Bumbershoot at Noise for the Needy
The Bumbershoot Street Team is going out for a good cause this weekend. Come and visit us at two Noise for the Needy shows.
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06.08.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Jason Mraz, Akron/Family, Metric, and more artists!
Jason Mraz has toilet paper advice, Paul D. Miller (a.k.a. DJ Spooky) adds his touch to “The Birth of a Nation,” The Black Eyed Pea’s evolve through their creative process and tons more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.08.2009 U.S.E performing "K-I-S-S-I-N-G" video!
U.S.E perform their track "K-I-S-S-I-N-G" off their latest album LOVEWORLD, live on KEXP radio for the John in the Morning at Night Benefit Show at Neumo's in Seattle.
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06.08.2009 Black Eyed Peas' video: "I Gotta Feeling"
The Black Eyed Peas released a video for their single "I Gotta Feeling" off their latest album The E.N.D. and directed by Ben Mor.
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06.08.2009 U.S.E performing "Get That Feeling" video!
U.S.E perform their track "Get That Feeling" off their latest album LOVEWORLD, live on KEXP radio for the John in the Morning at Night Benefit Show at Neumo's in Seattle.
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06.08.2009 Download: "Pushover" by The Long Winters
With lyricist/poet John Roderick at the helm, Seattle’s The Long Winters have been putting out stellar records for a few years now. Their newest won’t be out until later this year (now that John’s on deadline), so for now you can tide yourself over with a gem from the band’s third and most recent album, Putting the Days to Bed.
Recommended if you like: Nada Surf, Death Cab for Cutie
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06.05.2009 Sheryl Crow "Run Baby Run" (Live on Conan)
Watch Sheryl Crow perform “Run Baby Run” on The Tonight Show. Video after the jump.
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06.05.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Black Eyed Peas, Metric, Sera Cahoone and more!
Black Eyed Peas like TV, Metric shows off at the Showbox, Sera Cahoone’s got a new video and tons more in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.04.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Janelle Monae, Raphael Saadiq, Swollen Members and more artists!
Janelle Monae’s abundant creativity gains her another fan, Kasabian goes from dreams to reality, The Honey Brothers’ Honey DuContra offers up a sweet playlist for his entourage and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.03.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Maximo Park, Black Joe Lewis, Akron/Family and more artists!
Dave Alvin offers homage to a friend, Holy F**k care about Canadian arts funding, Maximo Park releases a single, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links!
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06.02.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Kasabian, Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band and more!
Win Kasabian music, hear some of Vieux Farka Touré‘s latest, Fondo, get schooled on Ben Verdoes of Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band, and more Bumbershoot artists in today’s Fresh Links.
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06.01.2009 Today's Fresh Links: De La Soul, Kasabian, Truckasauras, and Black Joe Lewis!
De La Soul are working with Gorillaz, Truckasauras performances and music win over music critics, Kasabian simmer their bravado and gain acclaim for their upcoming album, and Black Joe Lewis’ career switch was a safe choice.
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06.01.2009 Vivian Girls: "Moped Girls" Video
Brady Hall directed this Vivian Girls music video for the non-album track “Moped Girls.” It’s a party with a cat, a cake, milk and balloons!
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06.01.2009 Download: "Rio" by Hey Marseilles
This seven-dude band is a pop-genre experience in the folk music world. Their fan base may be small now, but I guarantee it’ll be sizable soon. Numerous sounds, such as gyspy-esque accordion and clapping, ground Hey Marseilles’ music, but the accompaniment of strings (bass, viola, mandolin (pimp!)) and extrospective lyrics give an astral sense to the band’s self-released full-length album To Travels and Trunks. Those characteristics especially shine through this track, “Rio”.
Recommended if you like: The Decemberists
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05.29.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Katy Perry, Kasabian, Vivian Girls and Many More!
Katy Perry talks about her style, Kasabian defend that they’re more than lad rock, Seattle’s Telekinesis lands in Rolling Stone, and more Bumbershoot artist updates in today’s Fresh Links!
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05.29.2009 No Age remix Holy F**K!
No Age remixes the Holy F**k track, “Lovely Allen”. See both of these artists at Bumbershoot ’09!
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05.29.2009 Jason Mraz on American Idol
Jason Mraz performs “I’m Yours”, the title track off his latest album, on American Idol.
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05.29.2009 Telekinesis: "Awkward Kisser" video
Telekinesis “Awkward Kisser” from their 2009 release Telekinesis!.
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05.28.2009 Sleepy Eyes of Death: "Final Heart Beats Black" video!
Sleepy Eyes of Death - "Final Heart Beats Black" from their EP Dark Signals.
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05.27.2009 Insider Deal here! More artists announced! See the lineup by-day!
We’re happy to announce another Insider Deal (this time on single day-specific tickets), and plenty of new artists, including Jason Mraz, Kasabian, Audrye Sessions, The Knux, Akron/Family, Vivian Girls, Todd Barry, David Cross and so much more!
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05.26.2009 Common Market: "Tobacco Road" preview
Common Market teases the upcoming video release of the title track from the group’s 2008 album Tobacco Road.
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05.25.2009 Download: "Eraser" by No Age
This two-some provide a great shoegaze sound with this track, “Eraser” off their indie punk-pop album Nouns. The Los Angeles based duo also work to bring youth together with music with the All-Ages Movement Project.
Recommended if you like: Deerhunter
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05.22.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Sheryl Crow, Todd Snider and Vieux Farka Touré
Sheryl Crow bonds with Rock Stars of Science, Todd Snider has a political side and Vieux Farka Touré mixes Malian and western sounds.
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05.21.2009 Janelle Monae: Recording "Open Happiness" Video
Janelle Monae lends her vocals to the "Open Happiness" track. Cee-Lo Green, Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy), Brendon Urie (Panic at the Disco) and Travis McCoy (Gym Class Heroes) round out the roster for this new cut from Coca-Cola's Happiness Factory. Catch Janelle rockin' her pipes on the mic at the 2:10 minute mark.
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05.21.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Katy Perry, Forgive Durden and more!
Give Katy Perry a call because she just might answer, Forgive Durden show attracts fans and inspired youth, Extra Golden want people to get in the groove, plus more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.20.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Franz Ferdinand, Katy Perry, Janelle Monae and more!
A new Franz Ferdinand single is on the horizon, Carrie Rodriguex prefers Hank Williams over Tchaikovsky, and The All-American Rejects hit #2 on the charts. All that and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.19.2009 Franz Ferdinand Rock Kimmel Live!
Franz Ferdinand performs “No You Girls” from their 2009 release Tonight.
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05.19.2009 13 Songs with John Roderick (Video)
In part one of what presumes to be a series, John Roderick of The Long Winters keeps fans up-to-date on the status of his band’s next record.
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05.19.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Franz Ferdinand and Dave Alvin
Franz Ferdinand is putting out a dub remix version of their latest album Tonight and calling it Blood and Dave Alvin is making music with the ladies in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.18.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Modest Mouse, Katy Perry, Franz Ferdinand, and Dave Alvin
Another new track from Modest Mouse, Katy Perry comes out of her shell, Franz Ferdinand receive a rave review and Dave Alvin’s work is about his past and those he wants to remember in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.18.2009 Modest Mouse Video: Satellite Skin
The latest music video from Modest Mouse is for their single "Satellite Skin" off of No One's First and You're Next and directed by Kevin Willis.
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05.17.2009 The All-American Rejects "When the Wind Blows" (Live on the Late Late Show)
The All-American Rejects perform “When the Wind Blows” from When the World Comes Down on Craig Ferguson.
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05.16.2009 Extra Golden: NPR's All Thing Considered
NPR’s All Things Considered episode featuring Extra Golden aired in January, 2008.
When I play my iPod I usually just enjoy listening the artist’s music, but Extra Golden is extra special. Their talent as musicians aside, their strength as people is inspiring. After listening to this episode of All Things Considered on NPR, their music has taken on an unequaled depth of purpose considering their political and economic background. Since their debut album Extra Golden have released Hera Ma Nono and their latest album Thank You Very Quickly. Even President Obama has heard of them; as a Senator he helped the band acquire visas needed to enter and perform in the United States.
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05.15.2009 Sheryl Crow on 30 Rock: Kidney Now!
Catch the full episode on Hulu and for more information on the episode check out NBC’s 30 Rock site.
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05.15.2009 Today's Fresh Links: The All-American Rejects, Isobel Campbell & Mark Lanegan, and more!
The All-American Rejects have their day, Isobel Campbell & Mark Lanegan update their tour schedule, MSTRKRFT shines in Hawaii, and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.14.2009 Katy Perry on American Idol: "Waking in Vegas"
Katy Perry performs Waking Up In Vegas live on American Idol
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05.14.2009 Limite: Franz Ferdinand and Janelle Monae added to Bumbershoot Lineup
Limite Magazine is excited to see Franz Ferdinand and Janelle Monae added to the lineup.
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05.14.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Modest Mouse, The All-American Rejects, Eugene Mirman and more
Hear the latest Modest Mouse single, discover how The All-American Rejects can’t break the chain that binds them, and see Eugene Mirman is funny as a kid—all that and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.13.2009 Today's Fresh Links: The All-American Rejects, Vieux Farka Touré and Todd Snider
The All-American Rejects are trying to be social, Vieux Farka Touré has made a name for himself and Todd Snider pours his life into his music in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.13.2009 Raphael Saadiq: Dancing with the Stars Performance
Raphael Saadiq performs “100 Yard Dash” on Dancing with the Stars.
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05.12.2009 Today's Fresh Links: MSTRKRFT, Dead Confederate, Extra Golden, and The Cave Singers
Dead Confederate want you to be a part of their sound, Extra Golden get political with their music and MSTRKRFT love making people move their feet in the streets in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.11.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Modest Mouse, Sly & Robbie, Iglu & Hartly and more
Modest Mouse readies a new vinyl- and digital-only single, Sly & Robbie prove their legendary status, listen to the debut album from Iglu & Hartly, and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.11.2009 Download: "Life is Looking Up" by Forgive Durden performing Razia's Shadow
Forgive Durden performing Razia’s Shadow is musical delight full of mythological plots, characters and settings.
Fueled by insecurities and large ego, an angel’s actions has horrible consequences. This leads into a love story of those who must rectify his mistakes. In “Life is Looking Up” the angel, Ahrima, fantasizes about all he could do for the world and the praise that would follow. His creator’s objection to his ideas sends Ahrima down a path toward destruction.
Recommended If You Like: Panic at the Disco
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05.08.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Katy Perry, Gang Gang Dance, Swollen Members, and more
Eugene Mirman explains the term “alternative comic”, Katy Perry prays for fire victims, Gang Gang Dance know what it’s like to get burned and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.07.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Franz Ferdinand, Matt & Kim, The Honey Brothers, and more!
In today’s links Franz Ferdinand give informative responses to awkward questions, Matt & Kim impress with their live show, the Honey Brothers have talent in addition to their celebrity band member and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.06.2009 The Long Winters: DVD Trailer
The Long Winters Live at the Showbox DVD Preview from Adam Pranica on Vimeo.
This video gives a glimpse into one of many amazing performances by The Long Winters and mentions their numerous ties to the Northwest music scene, of which they play such a huge part.
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05.06.2009 Franz Ferdinand "No You Girls (Live on Letterman)"
Franz Ferdinand, live on the Late Show May 5, 2009, from the album Tonight.
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05.06.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Franz Ferdinand, Katy Perry, U.S.E and more!
Franz Ferdinand has got a “good one” on their latest album, U.S.E is pumping out dance hits for “All the World” and Katy Perry is making clothes to fight HIV and AIDS! All that plus more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.05.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Low vs. Diamond, De La Soul, Eugene Mirman and more!
Low vs. Diamond visits the Daytrotter studios, De La Soul asks “Are you in?”, Eugene Mirman educates young bands and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.05.2009 Brett Dennen - "Make You Go Crazy" (Video)
Brett Dennen goes crazy for Mandy Moore—and some fancy footwear—in his new video for “Make You Go Crazy” featuring Femi Kuti. Watch it after the jump.
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05.04.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Sheryl Crow, Katy Perry, Franz Ferdinand, and Hey Marseilles
Sheryl Crow has a street named in her honor, a car gets the Katy Perry style, Franz Ferdinand rock out with their shirts on, and more in today’s Fresh Links.
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05.04.2009 NME: Franz Ferdinand added to Bumbershoot lineup
NME shares the latest news on Bumbershoot ’09 music additions!
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05.01.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Raphael Saadiq, Lenka and Matt & Kim
Raphael Saadiq is ready for the spotlight, Lenka has enough vegemite, and Matt & Kim are no strangers to accidents.
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04.29.2009 Franz Ferdinand, Eugene Mirman, Os Mutantes and others added to lineup!
Franz Ferdinand, Eugene Mirman, Os Mutantes, Keller Williams, and Janelle Monae have joined the Bumbershoot ’09 lineup for this Labor Day weekend!
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04.29.2009 De La Soul Interview (Video)
Hip Hop Official catches up with De La Soul on the heels of their new NIKE collabo.
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04.29.2009 Today's Fresh Links: The All-American Rejects and Hey Marseilles
The All-American Rejects’ Tyson Ritter finds pride in his work in time for When The World Comes Down and Hey Marseilles must decide to label themselves or not in today’s Fresh Links.
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04.28.2009 Today's Fresh Links: De La Soul and Eric Hutchinson
De La Soul is running with Nike to an iTunes store near you and Eric Hutchinson is releasing his latest EP Sounds Like This Live, today.
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04.28.2009 The All-American Rejects - "The Wind Blows" (Live on Letterman)
The All-American Rejects perform “The Wind Blows” from their latest album When the World Comes Down on the Late Show.
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04.28.2009 Modest Mouse - "Satellite Skin" (Live on Letterman)
Modest Mouse perform “Satellite Skin” live on the Late Show, from the upcoming No One’s First and You’re Next EP.
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04.28.2009 Katy Perry New Video: "Waking Up In Vegas"
Katy Perry – “Waking Up In Vegas” from the album One of the Boys. (via EnvBritney)
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04.27.2009 The All-American Rejects New Video: "The Wind Blows"
The All American Rejects - "The Wind Blows" from When the World Comes Down.
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04.27.2009 Today's Fresh Links: De La Soul, The Ting Tings, and Todd Snider
De La Soul have a track for runners, The Ting Tings are rockin’ charts and crowds and Loretta Lynn is a fan of Todd Snider in today’s Fresh Links.
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04.27.2009 Download: "Absence" by Carrie Rodriguez
This track comes from a siren on a confident fiddle giving it a bluegrass touch. Sorrowful lyrics about longing to release a loved one, lead into a confirming chorus statement of realized independence. Like an original country song, it’s a story sung with strong vocals and up-beat strings.
Recommended If You Like: Alison Krauss
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04.23.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Katy Perry, Dave Alvin and Gang Gang Dance
The flamboyant Katy Perry gets nervous with her parents in the audience, Gang Gang Dance adds their flavor to The Big Pink’s track and Dave Alvin goes from Guilty Men to Guilty Women in today’s fresh links.
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04.22.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Raphael Saadiq, The Ting Tings and Swollen Members
Raphael Saadiq wants to break on the UK scene, The Ting Tings head to Berlin for their next album and Swollen Members are making stops before the US!
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04.21.2009 New Matt & Kim! "Lessons Learned" Video Premiere
Matt & Kim are exposed in their latest music video for “Lessons Learned.”
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04.21.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Gang Gang Dance, Vieux Farka Touré, Extra Golden, and De La Soul
Gang Gang Dance covers TV on the Radio, Extra Golden’s Thank You Very Quickly gets a rave review and De La Soul has something to say after 20 years in the music industry.
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04.20.2009 Today's Fresh Links: MSTRKRFT, The All-American Rejects and Eric Hutchinson
Fist of God, the latest from MSTRKRFT, finds success in a genre growing in popularity, The All-American Rejects sacrifice family time to be on the road, and more in today’s fresh links.
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04.17.2009 Dead Confederate Aquarium Drunkard Sessions (Live Video)
Dead Confederate performs tracks from their 2008 album Wrecking Ball live on Aquarium Drunkard.
Dead Confederate :: The Rat (Aquarium Drunkard Session) from Aquarium Drunkard on Vimeo.
Dead Confederate :: Yer Circus (Aquarium Drunkard Session) from Aquarium Drunkard on Vimeo.
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04.17.2009 Today's Fresh Links: The All-American Rejects, Katy Perry, Eric Hutchinson, Carrie Rodriguez and more.
Carrie Rodriguez is making an album with Chip Taylor, Katy Perry is writes songs for Kelly Clarkson, The All-American Rejects hit their stride and more in today’s fresh links.
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04.16.2009 Today's Fresh Links: The All-American Rejects, The Ting Tings, Brett Dennen, and Raphael Saadiq
Tim Gunn interviews Raphael Saadiq on the red carpet, The Ting Tings to incorporate saxophones on their next album, Brett Dennen performances get the crowd going, and more in today’s fresh links.
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04.15.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Katy Perry, Modest Mouse, Todd Snider, Raphael Saadiq and Extra Golden
Raphael Saadiq visits Daytrotter, Todd Snider’s film explores his new album, Katy Perry makes new friends and more in today’s fresh links.
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04.14.2009 Today's Fresh Links: DJ Spooky, Matt & Kim, Extra Golden, Natalie Portman's Shaved Head
DJ Spooky travels to to Antarctica, Matt & Kim head back out on the road, Extra Golden impresses, and more in today’s fresh links.
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04.13.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Extra Golden and Dead Confederate
Today’s links explore the wo’ pop rhythms of Extra Golden and the Southern gothic sounds of Dead Confederate.
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04.09.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Sheryl Crow — More than Woman and Guitar
Sheryl Crow fights for sustainability, both with the kids and the environment.
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04.08.2009 Eric Hutchinson "OK, It's Alright with Me" (Video)
Eric Hutchinson from the album Sounds Like This
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04.08.2009 Today's Fresh Links: All Raphael Saadiq all the time
Raphael Saadiq gets the full court press: a video, an interview and a show review, each one heaping praising upon his soulful sound.
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04.07.2009 Low vs. Diamond "Don't Forget Sister" (Video)
Low vs. Diamond, from their self-titled album.
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04.07.2009 Today's Fresh Links: Sheryl Crow, Honey Brothers, Natalie Portman's Shaved Head and others
Sheryl Crow goes green, Isobel Campbell & Mark Lanegan interviewed, and more!
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10.24.2008 Win A Performance Slot at Bumbershoot 2009!
Wonder who will be the first band announced to play at Bumbershoot 2009? Win EMP|SFM’s Sound Off! competition, and it could be you!
EMP|SFM hosts the eight annual Sound Off!, the Northwest’s largest underage musical showdown. If your band is aged 21 or under and you reside in the Northwest, this is your chance to Sound Off! at EMP|SFM, and maybe win a spot on the 2009 Bumbershoot roster.
Applications are due by Monday, November 10, and the live concerts will take place Saturday nights February 14, 21, 28 and March 7, 2009. The competition culminates in a Sky Church show that will pit the winners from each semifinal night in a duel to score amazing prizes, plus the opportunity of a lifetime: to perform at Bumbershoot 2009.
Applications are due by Monday, November 10. Get all the details at empsfm.org and get ready to rock your stuff!
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09.12.2008 Lumino Magazine loved Stone Temple Pilots
Take a look at Lumino’s loving review of Mr. Weiland and his merry players.
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09.12.2008 Beck Writes A Custom Song For A Seattle Fan
And Ear Candy brings us the dirt on the 20-minute-long ditty.
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09.09.2008 Beck Interview At Bumbershoot
KEXP’s Jim Beckmann interviewed our buddy at the Festival.
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09.03.2008 The Wenatchee World Profiles Hometown Heroes SHIM
Normally I would call nepotism on this, but the review is just too good. You win this time, Wenatchee World.
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08.31.2008 The TNT Profiles Tacoma's Musical Offerings At Bumbershoot
And they had a lotta love for Bumbershoot’s T-Town flavor.
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08.29.2008 Download: "Escape City Scrapers" By Mono In VCF
This is some highly enjoyable dark pop from Tacoma (Fun fact: before this band existed, that sentence had probably never been typed before.) The song borders on sultry lounge music once the vocals start in, and then with the addition of strings, it became my favorite dark-orchestral-lounge-pop song EVER.
RIYL: The Cure, I Love You But I’ve Chosen Darkness
Mono in VCF – “Escape City Scrapers”
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08.28.2008 Another Great Review Of The New Walkmen Album
Those good reviews of You & Me just keep pouring in. Good job, Walkmen!
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08.28.2008 Download: "Cause Those People Get Free Airline Tickets" By Velella Velella
Holy Moses this song is so awesome! I wasn’t sure what sound to expect, but I got this amazing experimental electronic jam. This band is obviously going to put on a mind-blowing live show.
RIYL: Black Moth Super Rainbow, Datarock, Justice
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08.27.2008 The Walkmen Premier Their New Video For "In The New Year"
Head to Pitchfork Media to get an eyeful of the spiffy new video for the song “In The New Year” by The Walkmen.
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08.27.2008 The Seattle Times Profiles Bumbershoot's Jazz
Check Out our friends at The Seattle Times giving you the rundown”> of Bumbershoot’s jazz offerings this year.
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08.27.2008 Download: "Come Down" By The Valley
This throwback grunge song reminds me of the times when people could wear flannel without a second thought, which would come in handy in this uncharacteristically cold summer. It’s a big fuzzed-out rocker that will definitely get your feet moving and your head banging.
RIYL: Nirvana, Alice In Chains
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08.26.2008 The Weakerthans Frontman Contributes To Record Of The Wekk Club
The Weakerthans‘ frontman John K. Samson is contributing to the Record Of The Week Club with Innuit throatsinger Nikki Komaksiutiksak, according to Punknews.org
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08.26.2008 Hear An Unreleased Track By Del Tha Funkee Homosapien
Check out this unreleased cut “30 30” by Del Tha Funkee Homosapien, care of gorillavsbear.net
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08.26.2008 The Walkmen Live From Golden Gate Park
The Walkmen have been playing show after show promoting their new record You & Me, and a few songs from a recent one made it to the internet, right here.
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08.26.2008 Awesome Concert Footage Of The Black Keys
Golden Gate Park got to enjoy The Black Keys recently, as seen here.
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08.26.2008 Two New Final Fantasy MP3s For You!
The fine folks at Stereogum are bringing us not one, but two free songs by that string sequencing genius Final Fantasy.
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08.26.2008 Death Cab For Cutie's Chris Walla Blogs From The DNC
Check out Death Cab For Cutie‘s Chris Walla blogging from the DNC on Rolling Stone’s Rock n’ Roll Daily blog.
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08.26.2008 Download: "Good Morning" by Grynch
This sounds like something that would play during a montage where someone works really hard and gets good at something, probably boxing (or math). When you combine the sincere vocals with the skilled delivery, you have one good rap song on your hands.
RIYL: Kanye West, TI
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08.25.2008 New T.I. Song "Swagger Like Us"
Head over to PitchforkMedia today to hear T.I.‘s new song “Swagger Like Us”.
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08.25.2008 Download: "Dancers at the End of Time" by Howlin Rain
Classic rock, or as a co-worker of mine put it, “rawk.” Seriously, somebody go find these guys and get their time machine. Science needs that thing when Howlin Rain is done with it, to go back in time and find more awesome bands like Howlin Rain, incidentally.
RIYL: Jimi Hendrix, Cream
Howlln’ Rain – “Dancers at the End of Time”
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08.22.2008 Songs for Eating and Drinking
This project is a collaboration between table guru Michael Hebberoy, and renowned photographer/director Chase Jarvis. Hatched from Hebberoy’s underground ONE POT dinners, and documented with Jarvis’ unmistakable eye, Songs For Eating and Drinking is the bringing together of the world’s most talented musicians and letting them share songs, food, and drink. Many a musical career starts with small audiences, impromptu performances, and late night mutterings. These soulful and spirited evenings are a return to those days.
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08.22.2008 SFist Interviews Two Gallants
Check out this fancy, San Francisco-themed interview with indie rockers Two Gallants.
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08.22.2008 Download: "Big Electric Light" By The Tripwires
This song is a nice balance of sweet airy vocal harmonies of ‘60s pop with bouncy guitar work of modern indie rock. Now all I have to do is figure out what the “Big Electric Light” is supposed to be.
RIYL: Beulah, The Beach Boys
The Tripwires – “Big Electric Light”
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08.21.2008 Paramore to play 2008 VMAs
Paramore is among the newly announced acts scheduled to play this year’s MTV Video Music Awards, but you can see them in person at Bumbershoot.
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08.21.2008 Download: "Back For More" by Hadley Caliman
I can’t listen to this without thinking of those uber-hip spy movies from the ‘60s. This jazzy number is perfect to listen to while you play blackjack in a foreign country. Or if you want to hear a fantastic saxophone solo. Either way, I like it.
RIYL: BlueNote Jazz
Hadley Caliman – “Back For More”
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08.20.2008 Download: "Hold On, Hold On" By Neko Case
What more could I possibly say about Neko Case, beyond the fact that she’s simply amazing? Her distinctive country-noir sound is as strong as ever on this swaying track, punctuated by a guitar solo that’s simultaneously twangy and ethereal. This is definitely an excellent track for a summer taking a turn down towards the overcast.
RIYL: The New Pornographers, Bright Eyes
Neko Case – “Hold On, Hold On”
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08.20.2008 Download: "It's About Time" by Barcelona
The song seamlessly blends spaced-out guitar with bouncy piano. Once you get to the handclaps in the chorus, you’re deep in pop territory and will be happy to be there.
RIYL: Coldplay, Copeland
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08.19.2008 My Old Kentucky Blog profiles The Whigs
Dr. Robert of My Old Kentucky Blog takes a closer look at Athens, Georgia band The Whigs with photos. mp3s and more.
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08.19.2008 New Estelle video: "Pretty Please (Love Me)"
Stereogum alerts us to a new video for Estelle’s “Pretty Please (Love Me).” The song features the notorious Cee Lo Green, though sadly he’s not present in the video.
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08.19.2008 Saul Williams rocks the vote
Saul Williams breaks down the issues for SPIN.com.
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08.19.2008 In the studio with Lucinda Williams
Rolling Stone visits Lucinda Williams in the studio as she records the upcoming Little Honey.
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08.19.2008 Langhorne Slim lays down a Daytrotter Session
Langhorne Slim recently stopped by the Daytrotter studio to lay down some exclusive mp3s for you to download and enjoy.
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08.19.2008 Everyone loves The Walkmen
People love You & Me. Check out A.V. Club (giving it a Grade A stamp) and Pitchfork giving some love (and an 8.5/10 review) to the new record by our pals The Walkmen.
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08.19.2008 New Throw Me the Statue Video: "Yucatan Gold"
Our good buddies at Stereogum bring us the brand new video by those lovable scamps of Throw Me The Statue.
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08.19.2008 Download: "I Ate Your Soul (ft. P Smoov)" by Grieves
It’s got a synth-heavy beat. It’s got a falsetto hook. It’s called “I Ate Your Soul.” And it features someone named P Smoov. Based on those facts, this is my favorite song ever. Then the rapping came in and it got even better. The delivery is very comfortable, almost like spoken-word, and entirely awesome.
RIYL: Brother Ali, Yacht
Grieves – “I At Your Soul (ft. P Smoov)”
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08.18.2008 Download: "I Don't Want To Turn You On" by The Hands
This song is gonna get ya dancing. It’s a garage-inspired punk rock song, with the signature crunchy guitars, the catchy-as-hell riffs, and even a horn section for good measure. I declare this song an official “Good Time Summer Jam.”
RIYL: The Hives, The Mooney Suzuki
The Hands – “I Don’t Want To Turn You On”
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08.15.2008 Download: "Big Rock Show" by Sweet Water
This is a big, mid-tempo sing-along, of that breed of late-‘90s power-pop that you hardly hear anymore. I firmly believe that the audience for this band will be instructed to “jump,” and they will happily comply. Get ready.
RIYL: Everclear, Weezer
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08.14.2008 Download: "Across The River" by Shane Tutmarc & The Traveling Mercies
I feel like a campfire would be very conducive to me listening to this song. It toes the line between an intimately picked and strummed folk song and a full-scale hoedown with steady shuffling drums.
RIYL: Jenny Lewis, Rocky Votolato
Shane Tutmarc & The Traveling Mercies – “Across The River”
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08.13.2008 Death Cab For Cutie plays the Democratic National Convention
Local boys Death Cab For Cutie are all set to play a “Concert For A Cooler Planet,” as well as a few other dates, according to their publicist.
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08.13.2008 Download: "Jaundice Giraffe" by Feral Children
About a minute into the song, the singer’s scream came out of nowhere and nearly knocked me out of my chair. It’s a haunting meditation of keys and drums, with occasional guitar flourishes to produce a pretty atmospheric track of great experimental rock.
RIYL: Cursive, Discodrive
Feral Children – “Jaundice Giraffe”
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08.13.2008 Evan's Guide To Bumbershoot: Saturday
Bumbershoot has a new scheduling system, where BumberFans can sign in, browse the Festival schedule, and pick and choose artists to make their own personalized schedule online. I was playing with it, and it’s so nifty, I decided to try plotting out my own schedule (instead of wingin’ it like I have before). This week, I’ll be bringing you each day of my Bumbershoot schedule, starting with Saturday. This is where I’ll be (if I’m not too busy working during the Festival):
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08.12.2008 Ingrid Michaelson On Daytrotter
Enjoy a long article and some exclusive free music by our good buddy Ingrid Michaelson brought to you by our other good buddies at Daytrotter.
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08.12.2008 The Making Of The New Lee "Scratch" Perry Video
Find out how exactly he makes the magic we’ve come to know as Lee “Scratch” Perry with this informative video.
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08.12.2008 Download: "Incredible" by Choklate
Choklate’s amazing voice has more than earned her to right to have the chorus “I am incredible” in this song. I couldn’t have put it any better. And I was not asked to, anyway.
RIYL: Blue Scholars, Estelle
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08.11.2008 Download: "Ghosts In Our Clothes" By Black Eyes And Neckties
As soon as the haunted house keyboards give way to the dueling guitars, I know I’m ready for something awesome. then they up the ante with screamed, horror-themed vocals. I can’t wait to see these Bellingham locals rock some socks off.
RIYL: Schoolyard Heroes, The Russians, Murder City Devils
Black Eyes and Neckties – “Ghosts In Our Clothes”
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08.08.2008 Recommended If You Like: Animals
So you’re heading to Bumbershoot. Congratulations are in order. But what’s that, you say? You love animals? Well, my friend, you’re in luck! There are quite a few faux-inhuman artists at the Festival this year and with the aid of your helpful guide (me) you can get ready for a veritable sonic safari!
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08.07.2008 Thao does WOXY's Lounge Act
The Futurist recaps the recent Lounge Act performance by Thao with The Get Down Stay Down. Check out the video for “Beat (Health, Life and Fire)” below, then download the entire session.
WOXY presents Thao with The Get Down Stay Down from Soft City Lights on Vimeo.
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08.05.2008 The Walkmen do Daytrotter in style
The Walkmen returned to the Daytrotter studios for their second session, this time to record four unreleased tracks, including the Neil Hagerty cover “Yellow Kid.”
Listen, download and read about the entire set at Daytrotter then check out the Walkmen at Bumbershoot.
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08.04.2008 Download: "If You Believe (You Will be Strong)" By Nino Moschella
This is a smooth, funky song. Wait, sorry, I misspelled that. I meant smooooooth. The vocals are raw, the guitar is delicious, and the keys are a welcome addition.
RIYL: Joss Stone, Macy Gray
Nino Moschella – “If You Believe (You Will Be Strong)”
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08.01.2008 Brother Ali interview and MP3s
Head to Brooklyn Vegan to read his extensive interview with Brother Ali.
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08.01.2008 These Arms Are Snakes reveals album details and artwork
These Arms Are Snakes gave up the goods today about their upcoming album, like the release date, tracklist, and the amazing cover art.
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08.01.2008 New Lee "Scratch" Perry video: "Pum Pum"
My Old Kentucky Blog shares with us their exclusive clip from the upcoming, Andrew W.K.-produced Repentence from “Lee “Scratch” Perry”:http://www.myspace.com/leescratchperry. Check it out below and go to MOKB to download the audio track.
Lee “Scratch” Perry – Pum Pum from My Old Kentucky Blog.com on Vimeo.
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08.01.2008 An EP possibly in Death Cab's future
Death Cab For Cutie’s Nick Harmer recently told Rock Sound they will enter the studio again in September (after Bumbershoot, of course), possibly to work on a new EP. (via Drowned in Sound)
Nick: We were really happy with [a new batch of songs] so we decided to go back into the studio, in some time off between our Australian tour and before our Fall starts up, to add a few finishing touches and do a mix.
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08.01.2008 Del tha Funky Homosapien at Forecastle
You Ain’t No Picasso raves about Del’s recent Forecastle show, with a few pictures of the hip-hop legend to boot.
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08.01.2008 Paramore Rocks Costa Mesa
Check out this loving review of Paramore bringing the riot to Costa Mesa.
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08.01.2008 Recommended If You Like: The Emerald City
You’ve already read about Bumbershoot’s international acts, flying in from all over the universe to play this year, that’s a given. But what about our distinctive hometown heroes? (Yeah, when I said The Emerald City I was talking about Seattle, not The Wizard of Oz. Sorry.) The much-lauded Seattle sound will be at Bumbershoot in force, and with a little guidance, you can be in the front row for every fresh local act.
I’ll start with some local punk. We’ve got the pop-punk upstarts Speaker Speaker this year, embodying what one critic called a “nosebleed on overdrive” as best they know how. They’ll be alongside Bellinghamsters Black Eyes and Neckties (yeah, they’re from Bellingham, but I’m claiming them local, okay?), who are known not only for their kinetic live shows and spoooooky subject matter (like ghosts and werewolves and whatnot), but also for their black eye makeup (oh – and neckties). Perhaps there’s a connection… but I’m no Miss Marple, so I won’t worry about it too much. I’ll just file that under C for coincidence.
We’ve also got local indie kids Throw Me The Statue playing this year. They play just that perfect brand of fresh-faced pop to take home and introduce to your family. You know, some music that’ll treat you right for a change and make you happy. You deserve it! Check out this video of them playing “Lolita” on a Washington State Ferry while apparently completely freezing (can you blame them, seriously?).
Okay, so you knew I was going to have to get to this band, obviously if I’m talking about awesome local things… 4 words: Death Cab For Cutie (OMG!). That was my basic reaction when I heard they were added to our lineup. Not just added, but they are closing the entire festival on the Samsung Mobile Mainstage. Man, their bass player Nick has come a long way from being a garbage man in Tacoma (that’s right, I did research). Fun fact: I personally believe that somewhere around 60% of college students have a copy of Transatlanticism, and that is a conservative estimate. They mail it out with your acceptance letter. It is also the perfect album to listen to on the bus while you pretend to be in a music video. Not that I’ve ever done that.
So if you’re going for Seattle flavor, you can’t go wrong with Seattle School (it has Seattle right in the name). And to sweeten the pot, they are performing their show RECESSION! about a J-pop band trying to rescue America from our “macroeconomic frownzies” so we start spending money again. Seattle School also won The Stranger’s Genius award, ensuring a show that is not only awesome, but actually genius.
So now Seattle gets to share its sweet arts with the rest of the world, through Bumbershoot, in exchange for the world giving us their best acts for the Festival (you know I’m looking at you, Sondre Lerche. Answer my letters!). I say it’s a fair trade.
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07.31.2008 Sons & Daughters At Daytrotter
Head over to Daytrotter to pick up those free mp3s by our friends Sons & Daughters, and read the essay about them while you listen.
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07.31.2008 The Washington Post Loves Old 97's
That’s right, another journalist falls in love with Old 97’s at their live show, and this time it’s The Washington Post.
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07.31.2008 A Short Interview With Flobots
Express Night Out caught up with Flobots for enough time to conduct a little interview recently.
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07.31.2008 More praise for Asylum Street Spankers
Timesunion.com keeps piling the love onto those wacky Asylum Street Spankers.
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07.29.2008 Monotonix live (in pictures)
Brooklyn Vegan recounts a recent Bowery Ballroom performance by Monotonix with one wild party photo after another.
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07.29.2008 Interview with Hayley Williams of Paramore
Musicradar.com caught up with our young friend Hayley Williams of Paramore for an interview recently.
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07.29.2008 The Walkmen Are Fighting Cancer!
The Walkmen are pre-releasing their new album online for just $5, and giving the proceeds to cancer research. Read about it on Pitchfork or get the album from Amie Street, who also has an interview with the band.
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07.29.2008 Aversion.com reviews Saul Williams' new album
Saul Williams‘ new album The Inevitable Rise and Liberation of Niggy Tardust gets a good review by way of Aversion.com
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07.28.2008 The Black Keys live from Abbey Road
Sundance Channel’s Live from Abbey Road series recently featured The Black Keys for a special performance in the famed studio. Check out a clip below. (via I Am Fuel, You Are Friends)
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07.28.2008 Download: "See These Bones" by Nada Surf
Swelling, soft, bubbly indie pop. This is what I like to hear.
Delicate guitar swirls together with smooth violins to create a
catchy, intimate song.
RIYL: Death Cab for Cutie, Band of Horses
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07.25.2008 Free Black Eyes And Neckties mp3!
KEXP has decided to be generous this week, both with a free mp3, and with its glowing praise for those spooky Bellinghamsters Black Eyes And Neckties.
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07.24.2008 An interview with The Old 97's in Nashville
Check out this in-depth interview with Murray Hammond of Old 97’s.
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07.24.2008 Hear The Girls' new song now!
Listen below to the new song “Transfer Station” by Seattle’s own The Girls. If you love it—and who wouldn’t—you can download it from Pitchfork.
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07.22.2008 Beck b-side: "Vampire Voltage No.6"
Covert Curiosity shares the b-side to Beck’s “Chemtrails” 7-inch single. Listen to this Modern Guilt castoff, then catch Beck Saturday August 30 at Bumbershoot. (via Stereogum)
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07.22.2008 Man Man does a takeaway show
Man Man is the latest band to get the takeaway show treatment, thanks to French auteur Vincent Moon. Watch a clip here of the percussive “A Day at the Races and a Night at the Opera” and then visit La Blogotheque for the rest.
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07.21.2008 Minus The Bear on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Our friends in Minus The Bear made a quick stop over at Jimmy Kimmel’s show to perform their song “Throwin’ Shapes.”
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07.21.2008 Beck's New Video!
The fine folks at Stereogum proudly bring us Beck‘s new video for his song “Orphans.”
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07.21.2008 Download: "Om Baba" by Manooghi Hi
Whenever your album title ends in an exclamation like Manooghi Hi!, you know you’re in for some craziness. Surprise surprise, I was right, and I’m diggin’ it. Dancepunk drums and tambourines underscore the spacey Hindi vocals (that’s right, it’s in Hindi). Then the crunching guitars come in to drive home the point that this song is crazy (in the good way).
RIYL: The Octopus Project, Monotonix
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07.18.2008 Kid Sister album news
The new album by Chicago’s Kid Sister will now be called Dream Date and drops September 23 on Downtown/Fool’s Gold, reports Pitchfork.
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07.18.2008 T.I. reveals Paper Trail info
T.I. has unveiled the artful cover to his upcoming release Paper Trail (due September 9) to MTV.
“We didn’t want to just do a typical cover, especially for my sixth album,” T.I. told us via e-mail. “I wanted to try something a little more different. The illustration for Paper Trail pays an obvious homage to my rekindled affinity for writing my lyrics down as well as displays my commitment to keep my art slanted towards the abstract.”
Check out the cover art at MTV.com or Pitchfork, who also add that the album may feature a collaboration with Fall Out Boy.
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07.18.2008 The right Man Man for the job
La Blogotheque profiles Man Man. If you can’t read French, you can at least enjoy the pictures.
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07.18.2008 Death Cab vs. Catie Curtis
Death Cab for Cutie goes up against Catie Curtis in Spinner.com’s Clash of the Covers this week with the song “Soul Meets Body.” I’m pretty sure this is going to be a blowout.
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07.18.2008 Rhett Miller on Fresh Air
Rhett Miller of the Old 97’s talks to NPR’s Fresh Air about the band’s new album and performs a few songs.
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07.18.2008 Old 97's do it for the kids
Spinner.com has a special public service announcement from Old 97’s.
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07.17.2008 Dan Deacon: "Crystal Cat" live video
Pitchfork.tv shares the madness that is Dan Deacon, live at the ’07 Pitchfork Music Festival. Be sure to join in for what should be another amazing show at Bumbershoot ’08.
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07.17.2008 New Saul Williams video: "Convict Colony"
Saul Williams‘ new video dropped today, via the fine folks at Stereogum.
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07.17.2008 Blitzen Trapper reveal new album details
Blitzen Trapper have just revealed some juicy details about their new album Furr, via Pitchfork.
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07.16.2008 The Walkmen on NPR World Cafe
Listen in to the NPR World Cafe session with The Walkmen.
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07.15.2008 New Jakob Dylan Video
Jakob Dylan‘s new video for the song “Something Good This Way Comes,” from his new album Seeing Things, is here!
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07.15.2008 Profiles in Awesomeness: Neko Case
This is a new feature where I will bestow the title of “Awesome” onto certain individuals and groups, and then back up my decision.
The first profile in this series, and the very inspiration for the series itself, is the stunning “honorary Canadian,” Neko Case. The red-haired maiden has been enchanting audiences for years, and it’s about time she got some official recognition for being Awesome.
Continue reading Profiles in Awesomeness: Neko Case
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07.14.2008 New/old M. Ward demos from Merge
I Am Fuel, You Are Friends shares “Undertaker,” one of the newly downloadable M. Ward demos featured on the Merge Records site.
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07.14.2008 Joshua Ferris profiles The Hold Steady
Bumbershoot literary star Joshua Ferris (appearing with Chip Kidd as part of The Office in the Leo K.) profiles The Hold Steady for the New York Times Magazine, calling them New York’s most insightful party band, but not before saying this:
Initially, I disliked them immensely.
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07.14.2008 Langhorn Slim loves those love songs
The Citizen-Times talks to Langhorne Slim about his songwriting and more.
Have you always written so many love songs?
I started playing guitar when I was 13, and I started writing soon after that. It has always seemed to be the driving theme in my songwriting.
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07.14.2008 Video: Del tha Funky Homosapien's "Mistadobalina"
You Ain’t No Picasso finally rights a wrong and watches the classic video for “Mistadobalina” by Del tha Funky Homosapien.
You can do the same by checking out the video below.
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07.14.2008 SPIN gets excited for Bumbershoot's Lineup Additions
Can you honestly blame them? Check out the love they’ve directed towards us this year, while we all marvel at the full lineup.
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07.14.2008 Throw Me The Statue Do a Session and Interview With Daytrotter
Daytrotter got local boys Throw Me The Statue in the studio for a jam session and an interview, which means good reading and free mp3’s for all of us.
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07.14.2008 Download: "Uncle Sam Goddamn" by Brother Ali
This song is a serious paradox. It combines incredibly smooth relaxed delivery, with a scathing indictment of the US government. So smooth, it might be hard for me to politically mobilize when I’m so chilled out by the laid-back rapping. The beat is southern fried with its harmonica hooks (not a standard hip-hop device, but if this song is any indication, it should be).
RIYL: Snoop Dogg, Jurassic 5
Brother Ali – “Uncle Sam Goddamn”
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07.12.2008 Death Cab for Cutie: Whirlyball Experts
Check out Death Cab For Cutie‘s whirlyball tutelage from a recent MTV appearance, as well as some great live performances.
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07.12.2008 Vintage Video: Superchunk
Head over to Aversion.com to see a vintage Superchunk video, and some love for the band as well.
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07.12.2008 Q&A with DCFC: Death Cab For Cutie Interview
Death Cab For Cutie members Ben Gibbeard and Nick Harmer recently had a chat with the SF Weekly that you should definitely check out.
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07.12.2008 New Death Cab For Cutie Video: "Cath"
Pitchforkmedia brings us the new video from Death Cab For Cutie for the Narrow Stairs standout “Cath.”
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07.12.2008 Death Cab For Cutie wow audience in Portland
Three Imaginary Girls had a blast at the Death Cab For Cutie show in Portland, and they’re only too happy to tell you about it.
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07.12.2008 Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard goes solo at the Hiro Ballroom
...and he covered Rilo Kiley and The Stars while he was at it. Check out the story about the Death Cab For Cutie frontman.
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07.12.2008 KEXP gives away free Feral Children EP!
Get to KEXP now to download the free EP by local heroes Feral Children!
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07.12.2008 Two Gallants win over The Seattle Times
Check out their great review of the Two Gallants‘ show at the Tractor Tavern.
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07.12.2008 Three Imaginary Girls enjoy the new Mono In VCF album
And you can read about it, or listen to Mono In VCF for yourself and confirm the assertions of their awesomeness.
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07.12.2008 The Lonely H In The Washington Post!
Read on as The Washington Post heaps praise on The Lonely H!
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07.12.2008 CMJ gives props to The Feral Children
CMJ are enjoying the new album Second To The Last Frontier by Feral Children.
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07.12.2008 The Weakerthans' live show gets a warm reception in Manchester
The Weakerthans‘ live show gets called a breath of fresh country mountain air by The Manchester Evening News.
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07.12.2008 Some love for The Tripwires
PowerPop Overdose just bestowed some serious love on The Tripwires.
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07.12.2008 New Feral Children: "Jaundice Giraffe"
Head over to Pitchfork and take a listen to the new song by the Feral Children (or you could listen to it right here on bumbershoot.org; your choice).
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07.12.2008 Sonic Dice enjoys Death Cab For Cutie's new album
Check out the mad love Sonic Dice gave to Narrow Stairs, the new album from Death Cab For Cutie>.
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07.11.2008 Throw Me The Statue exclusive performance
Check out woxy.com’s intimate recording session tracks from local band Throw Me The Statue.
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07.11.2008 PWRFL Power's New Band News
Three Imaginary Girls got the scoop on PWRFL Power‘s new project, titled Half Yogurt.
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07.11.2008 Sunset Magazine wants you to go to Bumbershoot
Sunset Magazine has a great recommendation for you: “Buy Your Tickets Now For Bumbershoot 2008.” I couldn’t agree more.
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07.11.2008 Stereogum Gets Ahold of The New Walkmen Album
And they loved it, of course. The Walkmen‘s new album You & Me comes out next month, so this will have to satisfy you until then!
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07.10.2008 Kinski is The Stranger's Band of the Week!
This week, Seattle media moguls at The Stranger declared local boys Kinski their Band of the Week! Congrats, guys!
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07.10.2008 Beck's New Video For His Song "Gamma Ray"
The fine folks at Stereogum bring us the brand new music video for Beck‘s song “Gamma Ray.”
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07.09.2008 The New Offspring Album Gets a Good Review
Our friends over at Rock3 gave a listen to the new Offspring album Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace, and they liked it!
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07.09.2008 Someone wants you to go see Asylum Street Spankers
Here’s another batch of kind words about those crazy kids from Asylum Street Spankers.
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07.09.2008 Xavier Rudd readies his new album
Aversion.com gives us some juicy details about Xavier Rudd‘s upcoming album. I wonder if he’ll be playing any of those new songs at Bumbershoot? (He will)
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07.08.2008 Man Man do a Black Cab Session
Which is where the band performs in the back of a cab. Watch Man Man do it up right in the cab and be, in the words of Stereogum, “entirely awesome.”
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07.08.2008 Rolling Stone's fancy video review of the new Beck album
Leave it to Rolling Stone to class up the proceedings and grace us with a video review of Beck‘s new album (out today!), Modern Guilt.
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07.08.2008 The AV Club reviews Beck's new album
And they liked it! Read The A.V. Club’s unabashed review of Beck‘s new album, Modern Guilt.
Odelay this surely isn’t, but Beck it surely is—a chameleon who changes colors just enough to keep himself interested.
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07.08.2008 Lucinda Williams live show review
And surprise surprise, it was a great show! Check out PopMatters’ coverage of Lucinda Williams‘ recent live show from Iowa.
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07.07.2008 Beck in the NY Times
The New York Times profiles Beck and his new album, Modern Guilt.
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07.06.2008 Stereogum previews Beck's new album
Stereogum prematurely evaluates Beck’s Tuesday release Modern Guilt, and lo and behold, they dig it, especially the “instant classic” opening four songs (“Orphans,” “Gammy Ray,” “Chemtrails” and the title track, “Modern Guilt”).
The fact that Beck can still parallel his highest moments eight LPs in as strong a testament to his enduring genius that we could ask for.
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07.06.2008 The Black Keys tear up Rothbury
Rolling Stone recounts The Black Keys performance at the Rothbury festival, calling it a “powerful set of grizzled blues rock.”
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07.03.2008 New Beck Album Reviewed!
The Seattle P.I. gets a hold of the new Beck album Modern Guilt and gives it a rave review.
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07.02.2008 Minus The Bear do a Daytrotter Session
Check out the exclusive Daytrotter Session mp3s from Minus The Bear.
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07.02.2008 T.I.'s Got a New Video!
Check out the new T.I. video for “No Matter What,” the lead single of the upcoming Paper Trails. (via Pitchfork)
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07.02.2008 The ultimate Beck playlist
IGN does the impossible and culls the many personas of Beck Hansen into one Ultimate Mix. It’s not definitive—where, for example, is “Beercan”?—but it’s a good overview nonetheless.
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07.02.2008 New Saul Williams: "World on Wheels"
Pitchfork’s Forkcast shares with us a song from the upcoming The Inevitable Rise and Liberation of NiggyTardust!, “World on Wheels” by Saul Williams. Take a listen, then check out the album this July 8.
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07.01.2008 Sound on the Sound Loves Ravens and Chimes!
Check out this Sound on the Sound blog about the wonder that is Ravens and Chimes.
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06.30.2008 Langhorne Slim Gets a Great Writeup in Columbus Alive
Check out all the nice things that Columbus Alive had to say about Langhorne Slim.
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06.30.2008 Band of Horses Perform a New Song in Sweden
Check out Stereogum’s video of Band of Horses performing a brand new song in Sweden. Do we detect the beginning of a new album brewing?
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06.30.2008 Download: "Alma Song" by PWRFL Power
“You are not that attractive, but something makes me feel that you’re going to be my girl” starts off this beautifully played acoustic track by Seattleite PWRFL Power, the unconventional, quirky and extremely talented singer songwriter. This is the first song I’ve ever heard that I could call a romantic comedy, and I love it.
RIYL: Belle and Sebastian, Sondre Lerche
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06.27.2008 New Blitzen Trapper: "Furr"
The new Blitzen Trapper album won’t be out until later this summer, but you can preview a new track, “Furr,” right now thanks to You Ain’t No Picasso.
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06.27.2008 The Whigs live at The Dame
You Ain’t No Picasso recaps The Whigs show last week at The Dame in Lexington, KY with pictures and more.
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06.27.2008 PWRFL Power sits down with the Seattle Times
Recently the Seattle Times caught up with local singer-songwriter PWRFL Power to talk about his newfound fame, television appearance, and plans to leave Seattle.
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06.26.2008 Stone Temple Pilots Live Review
The Salt Lake Tribune reviews a recent Stone Temple Pilots show, calling it “tight, focused and energetic.”
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06.26.2008 Monotonix is Blowing Up!
SPIN profiles the energetic Israeli trio Monotonix, calling the trio “the most exciting live band in rock’n’roll.”
“I’m trying to get people laughing and dancing and wild,” says Ami Shalev. “That’s the purpose, to get people free. The rules at a rock concert say, ‘The band is here. You need to claps your hands.’ We want people to have a good time without any rules.”
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06.26.2008 Lee "Scratch" Perry Parties Hard
Lee “Scratch” Perry is prepping his 54th studio album, Repentance, set to come out in August, after some interesting collaborations, reports CMJ.
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06.25.2008 Write Bumbershoot a Theme Song!
Every great TV show has one. Baseball’s 7th inning has one. Pro wrestlers each have one. Heck, even my bologna has one! All great things require a truly great theme song… and now Bumbershoot wants in on the action. Write, perform and video a theme song for Bumbershoot, and be our favorite rock star! The winning song will collect a pair of coveted Gold Passes to this year’s Festival, entrance into Bumbershoot’s top-secret Music Lounge and our endless affection. That’s some sweet, sweet lovin’. More info here.
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06.24.2008 Hear Neko Case Concert on NPR
Listen now to Neko Case‘s concert earlier this month at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, courtesy of NPR.
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06.24.2008 Throw Me the Statue do Huey Lewis
Throw Me the Statue aren’t afraid to show their love for ’80s cheese icon Huey Lewis. They’ve covered “If Is This It” for an upcoming Huey Lewis (and don’t forget The News!) tribute album, Are You Still With Me?!,. You can download the track now, though, thanks to Stereogum
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06.23.2008 Beck posts video preview of new album
Beck has just posted a teaser video on amazon.com to promote his upcoming album,Modern Guilt, which “seamlessly blends songs from the album together.” (via Prefix)
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06.23.2008 Download: "Sophisticated Honkey" by Orgone
If I were forced to classify this song in one word, it would be this: Funkalicious. This is a funky-ass instrumental jam, complete with horns and a sweet bass line; what more could you possibly want?
RIYL: Earth Wind and Fire, James Brown
Orgone – “Sophisticated Honkey”
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06.20.2008 Paramore featured in AltPress
Paramore recently took time from their busy schedule to talk to Alternative Press about their shows, roots, and goals as a band.
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06.20.2008 Man Man on Pitchfork's guest list
Man Man share their current faves on Pitchfork, including:
Best Purchase of the Past Year
Pow Pow: Probably Nintendo DSs. For “Mario Kart”. Five of them, so we all race each other.
Honus Honus: It gets really competitive, and I admit that Cougar—
Cougar: ...kicks ass.
Honus Honus: He’s throwing his fist up in the air, but it’s not an actual DS match unless Cougar’s involved. It’s fun to beat him.
Cougar: Yeah, because it happens so rarely. I’m unbeatable.
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06.20.2008 New Walkmen: "In the New Year"
Thanks to Pitchfork for this special premiere from The Walkmen. The inviting “In the New Year” is the lead track off the upcoming You and Me, out this fall.
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06.19.2008 Flobots Profiled in Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone deems Flobots worthy of “Breaking Artist” status, featuring vital stats and a video interview of the newly announced Bumbershoot performers.
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06.19.2008 They Ain't From These Parts: Bumbershoot's International Flavor
Foreign countries can be scary places. They have languages that I don’t know how to speak, their writing can use letters that all look like the pound sign to me (#), and sometimes they eat things like lutefisk or alligator or enchiritos. But I’ll be damned if some countries don’t keep putting out awesome bands, one after the other. And this year’s Bumbershoot has some of the best bands the world has to offer. Lucky for you, my dear reader, you have me to guide you through the international milieu and help you discover these superb foreign artists.
Continue reading They Ain't From These Parts: Bumbershoot's International Flavor
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06.19.2008 TIG has a rollicking good time with the Old 97's
Three Imaginary Girls can’t praise Old 97’s enough for their recent performance at the Showbox. Be sure to check them out later this summer at Bumbershoot.
The Old 97’s slayed the Showbox — I mean absolutely rocked the place. I have seen them heaps of times over the last decade, and I’d put this show right at the top of the list of performances.
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06.19.2008 Ingrid Michaelson, unlikely star
The Baltimore Sun profiles Ingrid Michaelson and her unusual path to stardom.
“I never went into this to be the poster child for unsigned artists,” says Michaelson. “The fact that we didn’t have a label meant I had an opportunity to chart my career.”
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06.19.2008 The Offspring Discuss their New Album, Power Ballads
This week the Herald Sun caught up with The Offspring to talk about their new album Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace and its surprising power ballads.
‘‘It is a little different. We’ve messed around with those types of (slower) songs over the years but they’ve never made it on to a record. It doesn’t seem like a big surprise to me because I’ve heard all those songs, but Offspring fans might go ‘What?’ But not everything has to be hardcore.’‘
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06.19.2008 Sons and Daughters Live on KEXP
KEXP featured Bumbershoot-bound Sons and Daughters in a recent VIP performance live at the Triple Door. Watch a clip below or download the entire performance from KEXP’s live performances podcast.
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06.19.2008 The Old 97's Bring the Noise to Dallas Show
Check out this review of the recent, raucous Old 97’s show at the House of Blues in Dallas.
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06.19.2008 20 questions with Old 97's
Rhett Miller of the Old 97’s answers 20 questions for PopMatters, including:
7. You want to be remembered for…?
I’d love to have a catalogue of albums full of songs people love. And someday I aspire to write novels. The real thing I’d like to be remembered for, though, is being a good father and husband. Without that, the other accomplishments are meaningless.
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06.19.2008 Unearth Talk About New Album, New Drummer
Unearth discusses their new album and new drummer with CMJ.
“Fans of Unearth expect Unearth,” vocalist Trevor Phipps told CMJ. “There will be the same intensity, speed and heaviness that we have always brought to the table, as well as some new inspirations and ideas.”
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06.18.2008 20 questions with Nada Surf
Ira Elliott of Nada Surf answers 20 questions for Popmatters, including:
3. The greatest album, ever?
Abbey Road dude. C’mon.
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06.18.2008 Langhorne Slim live on World Cafe
Langhorne Slim’s recent World Cafe performance is now archived on NPR.org. Go there to hear renditions of songs off his new self-titled album, including the rollicking “She’s Gone” and the poignant “Restless.”
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06.18.2008 Chester French's street cred
The L.A. Times profiles genre-busting Ivy League grads Chester French.
“Most of our fans — we’ve really had a lot of folks who, from the best I can tell, are primarily fans of hip-hop,” Wallach said recently over lunch at a Beverly Hills boutique hotel. “I think that’s really cool. You look at their profiles on MySpace and we might be one of two or three acts that aren’t rap that they are into.”
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06.18.2008 On the road with The Whigs
The Whigs have a tour blog, where you can read about the backwards drawers of Lawrence, KS, Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill, and more. Who knows what will happen when they hit Seattle later this summer.
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06.18.2008 Mike Doughty Discusses New Video
Mike Doughty discusses his new video for the song “Fort Hood,” as well as his thoughts on the war in Iraq.
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06.17.2008 Somebody Loves the Asylum Street Spankers!
Check out Homeless to Harvard’s love-filled review of a recent Asylum Street Spankers performance.
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06.17.2008 Bedouin Soundclash 'Save' the MMVA's
Chartattack reviews the raucous MuchMusic Video Awards afterparty with Bedouin Soundclash and friends.
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06.17.2008 Aziz Ansari likes Duck People
Comedian Aziz Ansari (billed as Darwish P. Grandpa) is featured on the odd and catchy new song “Duck People Duck Man” by Megapuss (Greg Rogove and Bumbershoot ’07 alum Devendra Banhart). Listen to it now and discover that Duck People like hummus—without the pita bread.
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06.16.2008 Great Live Review of !!!
Check out Cokemachineglow’s review of !!!‘s live show, the “spectacle of eight men furiously grooving in tandem.”
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06.16.2008 Man Man's New Record Scores Rave Review
Pitchfork Media gave Man Man’s new record, Rabbit Habits, a gushing review. Check it out!
There’s a tendency for a band’s maturation to deep-six most their unqiue tics, but Man Man pull a Houdini by releasing an album that simultaneously showcases them at their most cogent and carefree.
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06.16.2008 Dan Deacon Talks About His Studio, New Recordings
The Sigla Blog recently caught up with Dan Deacon to talk to him about his personal recording room, and his new record.
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06.16.2008 Pitchfork Profiles the Latest Monotonix CD
Pitchfork reviews the new monotonix EP, Body Language, calling it “an inspired slab of no-frills, no-nonsense guitar rock that stands in the shadow of vintage metal while stretching out for a few genuine surprises.”
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06.16.2008 Download: "Time Without You" by Dale Watson
With bass vocals, slide guitar and fiddles, this song is honky-tonk-tastic. Dale Watson plays classic country music that’s at the very top of its game. A true original, Dale’s even coined his own genre: Ameripolitan (as he defines it on Wikipedia: original music with ‘prominent’ roots influence.) Note: This song may precipitate the purchase of boots.
RIYL: Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Hank Williams
Dale Watson – “Time Without You”
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06.12.2008 Jakob Dylan's New Record Gets a Warm Reception
Check out the 8/10 score Jakob Dylan’s new album “Seeing Things” got in a recent PopMatters review.
[Producer Rick] Rubin, who has found his niche in the last decade-and-change reinventing the sounds of such legendary music icons as Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Donavan and Neil Diamond, takes the same approach he took on Cash’s American Recordings series with Seeing Things, bringing Dylan’s voice up front with very minimal musical accompaniment so as to keep the lyrics the main focal point. And lyrically, this is clearly Jakob’s strongest material to date.
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06.12.2008 Throw Me The Statue do a take-away show
Seattle’s own Throw Me The Statue did a takeaway show for La Blogotheque back in February, when it may have been as almost as cold as it is here in June.
Check out Lolita below, and visit La Blogotheque for more.
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06.12.2008 Anti-Flag: Popmatters concert review
Popmatters reviews Anti-Flag’s April show at San Francisco’s Fillmore.
The one-two closing punch of “Die for Your Government>Power to the Peaceful” puts an appropriate stamp on the night with another raging anti-war screed followed by a call to arms for non-violent revolution… It’s not one of the longer sets seen at the Fillmore this year, but it’s certainly one of the most intense and most political.
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06.12.2008 A playlist by William Gibson
The New York Times Paper Cuts Blog features “Living With Music,” an annotated playlist by William Gibson.
Gibson is slated to appear at Bumbershoot Monday, September 1, but with two of his ten picks (Neko Case and Lucinda Williams) set to perform on Saturday, perhaps we’ll see the renowned author a couple days early.
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06.12.2008 Beck's Modern Guilt has cover art, tracklist and release date
It’s a big day for Beck fans. Stereogum shares the tracklist and cover art for Modern Guilt, out July 8.
Last week, Beck revealed to EW.com the thinking behind the retro-inspired cover:
The photo’s really funny… My engineer, who’s also a photographer, was just testing the camera and took a picture of legs. I think it’s me, and somebody else who was there. And the floor. Everything else was so album cover, you know what I mean? I love throwaway covers. Seems like they did that a lot more in the ’70s. There’ll just be a shot, like, in the corner of the room. You know, it so obviously isn’t a cover that it just makes it a great cover.
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06.10.2008 New Beck: "Modern Guilt" (Live Video)
Beck showed up at the Echo in L.A. for a surprise show last night, and thank goodness for the internet, because somebody already posted video of the title track from the soon-to-be-released Modern Guilt. Check it out below. (via Stereogum )
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06.09.2008 Download: "The Great Salt Lake" by Band of Horses
Another soaring, dreamy, indie gem from Sub Pop luminaries Band of Horses. This song is off their 2006 release Everything All the Time, not to be confused with their most recent effort, Cease to Begin, which has been flying off store shelves since October. Oh, yeah, also this song is awesome.
RIYL: The Shins, Siberian, Nada Surf
Band of Horses – “The Great Salt Lake”
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06.08.2008 Ravens & Chimes Family Tree
The Montreal Gazette talks to Asher Lack about his famed artist father, and delves into the musical influences of his band Ravens & Chimes.
My goal has been to meld Leonard Cohen and David Bowie, but I still have a long way to go. I’m looking to create something sexy with smarts, something lyrical yet something with lots of instrumentation.
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06.06.2008 The Walkmen Announce New Album
The Walkmen have announced that their new album, You & Me, will be out August 19th on Gigantic Records. Just in time for Bumbershoot!
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06.06.2008 Band of Horses Tour the World!
Band of Horses have just announced a world tour but we’ll just wait to see them play a hometown show at Bumbershoot.
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06.05.2008 T.I. Signs Three-Picture Movie Deal!
T.I. has just signed a three-picture movie deal with Screen Gems Studios, so Pitchfork Media has reported.
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06.05.2008 Battles get ready to tour Europe!
Get ready to listen to some Prog in Prague, because Battles are getting ready to tour Europe, reports Pitchfork.
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06.04.2008 M. Ward, Jim James & Conor Oberst: Live in 2004
I Am Fuel You Are Friends posted a fantastic live recording from 2004 of “The Monsters of Folk Tour” featuring Jim James of My Morning Jacket, Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes) and M. Ward. The show features sets from all three acts plus a special collaborative performance on six tracks, including covers of Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson.
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06.03.2008 Handpicked music from upcoming Black Keys projects
Rolling Stone cornered The Black Keys to ask them about their myriad upcoming collaborations; in response, the boys put together a playlist of their favorite new work.
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06.03.2008 Hear Ryan Bingham on World Cafe
In case you missed last week’s Ryan Bingham performance on World Cafe Live, you can sample his rough-hewn southwestern rock in its entirety on npr.org.
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06.03.2008 Dan Deacon Bangs on a Can
The New York Times reviews NYC’s recent Bang on a Can 21st birthday blowout, and declares Dan Deacon performed at the ungodly hour of 4:15am—the highlight of the show.
Mr. Deacon’s geeky hedonism—all 15 minutes’ worth—was a high point of the 12-hour event, which Bang on a Can produced in collaboration with the mostly pop-oriented River to River Festival and arts>World Financial Center.
For more on the early-morning dance party, check out Brooklyn Vegan’s photo gallery and Stereogum.
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06.02.2008 Download: "White Dove" by John Vanderslice
After seeing John Vanderslice last year, I mistakenly thought of him as a soft balladeer. With the help of this song, and further listening to his catalog, I now have a completely different opinion. “White Dove” showcases a more bold, raw side of his songwriting that’s smart and catchy.
John Vanderslice – “White Dove”
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05.30.2008 Dan Deacon spills the beans
Dan Deacon shares details on his upcoming album Bromst with Pitchfork, and lets fans know they can expect a new direction for the music:
It’s a much darker album in tone, and elements of the story have been really weighing down on me. Not to say it isn’t a positive record, but it’s just more balanced in emotional range than Spiderman of the Rings.
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05.30.2008 Minus the Bear to rerelease Beer Commercials EP
On June 3 you’ll be able to pick up a reissue of Minus the Bear’s 2004 EP, Beer Commercials. The new version includes a bonus track and is also available for the first time in vinyl. (via Pitchfork )
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05.30.2008 Recommended If You Like: Punk
Punk rock is a pretty elusive concept. Is it just driving guitars, two-count drums, propulsive bass, and yelled lyrics? Or is it something more… something indefinable… something I don’t feel like looking up on Wikipedia right now? Probably, I have no idea.
But if you happen to be aware of what punk is, exactly, or if you’re like me and think it’s just this abstract mystery that produces awesome music, then Bumbershoot is sure to please this year. We’ve got artists to please every level of the punk spectrum, from the new generation of jelly-bracelet wearing upstarts, to the dudes wearing studded jackets who are always surprisingly nice to me on the bus.
The Popular
This year we’re very excited to have one of the most popular punk bands around: Paramore. In case you’ve been hiding in a cave like some kind of punk rock hermit, the youthful Paramore, with their spritely lead singer (who may or may not be old enough even to smoke), have been rocketing up the charts and claiming coveted spots on the Warped Tour and now Bumbershoot.
The Classic
Perhaps the most straightforward punk band at the Festival this year is Anti-Flag, known for their politically charged lyrics. Take a wild guess as to their political affiliation with songs like “The WTO Kills Farmers” and “The Press Corpse.” Combine that with a new album called War Sucks, Let’s Party, and you know you’re going to have fun (and might just learn something too, if you’re not careful).
The Underground
Now, onto the next progressive stage of this ever-cutting edge genre. Hailing from Israel, Monotonix make punky, dancey, good time jams. Just check out one of their ass-shaking live performances on YouTube if you don’t believe me. I’ll wait. Pretty crazy, right?
Or if you want to keep it in the family, as it were, come support local heroes These Arms Are Snakes, with their experimental punk rock that’s as heavy as it is catchy. If you’ve never seen them live, you’re severely missing out on a positively electric, insane live performance. Jaws will drop, I guarantee it.
The Literature
And for the bookish punk in you, Bumbershoot has ya covered. Check out Joshua Furst talking about his most recent book, The Sabotage Café, about a girl who leaves her stifling suburban existence to squat with a group of anarchists. I’m sorry, but if that’s not punk rock, then nothing is.
This is just the tip of the black, studded iceberg of punk at this year’s Festival, and we’re going to announce even more in the coming weeks. Seriously, you punks have got it made this year.
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05.29.2008 Band to watch: The Whigs
Paste introduces you to another of their Bands to Watch, Athens, Georgia’s own The Whigs
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05.29.2008 T.I. gets his own reality show
EW.com reports T.I. will be getting his own MTV reality show very soon. The show will chronicle the making of his new album Paper Trail, his community service efforts and his preparation for fatherhood.
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05.29.2008 New Band of Horses video: "No One's Gonna Love You"
SPIN has the charming new video for “No One’s Gonna Love You” from Band of Horses, off their album Cease to Begin.
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05.29.2008 New Blakes track: "Basket"
I Am Fuel, You Are Friends has a track from the new Blakes live EP, the summery, super-catchy “Basket.” Check it out.
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05.29.2008 Jambands.com sits down with The Black Keys
Jambands.com sits down with Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney to talk about the band’s new album Attack & Release and life on the festival circuit.
Looking back, what is your favorite festival memory?
All the festivals last year seemed to be our favorites. I think we finally figured it out after a couple of years of playing festivals. We learned how to play outdoors, in the sunlight, 50 people away from the nearest person and not let that get in the way of trying to relate to the audience. We used to pretend like we are in 300 person room, but that doesn’t quite work. I am not really sure what it is, but you have to compensate a little bit.
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05.20.2008 Ask a Rock Star: Paramore
Rolling Stone’s “Ask a Rock Star” catches up with Paramore, who answer questions from fans like you.
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05.19.2008 New from Beck: "Chemtrails"
Beck debuted a new song today from the upcoming Modern Guilt, and you can listen to it now on his website. Just mouse over the jukebox to hear “Chemtrails.”
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05.15.2008 The Black Keys do "Strange Times" on Conan
Stereogum has footage of newly-added Bumbershoot performers The Black Keys, performing “Strange Times” off their new album Attack & Release.
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05.14.2008 Man Man's new video
MySpace TV has the new video for Man Man's “Mister Jung Stuffed.” Check it out.
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05.13.2008 More Beck album details revealed
Rolling Stone’s Rock Daily catches up with Beck in the studio and shares choice new information on the upcoming Modern Guilt. (via Stereogum)
[The album] is full of off-kilter rhythms and left-field breakdowns, with an overall 1960s British vibe. Beck’s vocals float over the music as if he’s singing along to some mystical radio station in the next room. “I can’t tell you how many times I wrote and recorded a complete song,” Beck says, “and then just took everything away but the drumbeat and wrote a whole new song.”
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05.13.2008 New track from Blitzen Trapper
Check out You Ain’t No Picasso to get “Crushing the Wheat,” a previously unreleased track from Blitzen Trapper, from the upcoming PDX Pop Now! 2008 compilation.
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05.07.2008 In the Studio with Lee "Scratch" Perry
Pitchfork.tv goes in the studio with the legendary Lee “Scratch” Perry and album producer Andrew WK.
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05.07.2008 Ingrid Michaelson primer, tour dates
Paste has tour dates for Ingrid Michaelson, dropping some biographical knowledge along the way. For a more in-depth look at the self-described “librarian chic” singer-songerwriter, check out Paste’s 4 to Watch feature from last fall.
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05.07.2008 Recapping Blitzen Trapper at El Mocambo
Popmatters reviews a recent Toronto performance from Blitzen Trapper and Bumbershoot video soundtrack stars (and ’07 performers) Fleet Foxes.
They seem to know just how good they are, and revel in their tightness, their intensity, and their passion. At the same time, there’s nothing even remotely arrogant about them. This is a live act it’s hard not to enjoy.
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05.06.2008 Beck album news
Pitchfork reports that Beck’s new album will feature collaborations with Cat Power. Even better? The as-yet-untitled album should see the light of day before July.
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05.05.2008 !!! gets cozy for Pitchfork.tv
Pitchfork.tv posted an exclusive session by !!! from Brooklyn’s Treefort Studios. Songs performed include “Must be the Moon,” “Yadnus,” “A New Name,” “Heart of Hearts” and a special “Untitled” collaboration with The Field (see above).
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05.02.2008 Mike Doughty's Morning Becomes Eclectic
Nic Harcourt interviews and Mike Doughty plays on this April 30 edition of KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic.
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05.02.2008 Kid Sister visits with URB
URB catches up with rising star Kid Sister at Coachella.
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05.02.2008 Man Man speaks to URB
URB snags a video interview with Man Man from last weekend’s Coachella.
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05.02.2008 Bay Bridged: John Vanderslice
The Bay Bridged Podcast celebrates its 100th episode by featuring San Francisco’s own John Vanderslice.
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05.02.2008 The Walkmen do Leonard Cohen
Download four Leonard Cohen covers by The Walkmen, recorded for their recent Daytrotter Session.
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05.02.2008 Mike Doughty on creativity, music and technology
From Harvard Law School’s Berkman Center for Internet & Society comes this archived April 2005 interview with Mike Doughty. Listen now (via mog.com)
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05.02.2008 STP on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Stone Temple Pilots rocked two classic tracks last night on Kimmel (“Vasoline” and “Tripping On a Hole In a Paper Heart”), and Rolling Stone has video evidence.
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05.01.2008 Rolling Stone Q&A with Scott Weiland
Rolling Stone has a lengthy Q&A with STP frontman Scott Weiland.
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04.30.2008 Mike Doughty's new video
Mike Doughty wants you to let the sun shine in with his new video for Fort Hood, off his recently released third solo album Golden Delicious.
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04.30.2008 Others added to lineup!
Bumbershoot continues to roll out the 2008 lineup: Mike Doughty, Kid Sister, and Man Man have just been added, and join the ranks of those already announced in the last few weeks. The complete lineup will be announced in July.
We regret to inform that Ludacris has had to cancel his performance as previously announced.
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04.29.2008 Blitzen Trapper live photos
Pitchfork has some nice photos from Blitzen Trapper’s recent Wulapalooza show.
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04.24.2008 Blitzen Trapper live from SXSW
Paste shares video of Blitzen Trapper performing “Wild Mountain Nation” at this year’s SXSW.
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04.22.2008 New artists just added to lineup!
Xavier Rudd, Anti-Flag, Ian Moore, Scary Kids Scaring Kids and Brother Ali have just been added to the 2008 Bumbershoot lineup. These artists join the initial acts we revealed last week… The full lineup won’t be revealed until July, but your Bumbershoot Weekend (August 30-September 1 at Seattle Center) is already shaping up to be a hot one!
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04.22.2008 STP's Dean DeLeo talks to MTV.com
MTV.com reveals the real reason Stone Temple Pilots reunited: to have the chance to open for Led Zeppelin.
“Believe me, that was one of the reasons,” laughed DeLeo. “We thought, ‘We should get together now, in case Zeppelin does tour.’ I’m serious, man. That would be one hell of a bill: STP and Led Zeppelin. I mean, we could play a doghouse, out in the middle of the ocean, and if I got to play with Zeppelin, that would be a highlight of my life.”
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04.22.2008 Dan Deacon: one week only
Pitchfork.tv has a wacky new Dan Deacon/Jimmy Joe Roche collaboration up for one week only. Watch it while you can!Discuss this.
04.22.2008 Stone Temple Pilots DVD, album in the works?
Billboard reports that STP will likely enter the studio to record after their tour ends. In the meantime, a DVD of their Houdini Estate show last month may see the light of day.
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04.22.2008 Tiny Mix Tapes chats with Blitzen Trapper
Tiny Mix Tapes interviews Portland’s Blitzen Trapper, who cite literary works as some of their chief influences:
“I don’t buy records, but I listen to music because it’s everywhere. It’s all around us. That’s why I don’t really buy it. Because you can go wherever and someone’s always got music. There’s almost too much music. I think get most of my ideas from books. I feel like Wild Mountain Nation is a combination of Jorge Luis Borges, Zane Grey, Italo Calvino with maybe a little bit of Frank Herbert thrown in.”
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04.22.2008 Hilarious Dan Deacon interview
Public Access interviews Dan Deacon. (via the Midnight Sun)
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04.21.2008 Bedouin Soundclash meets Silly Gillman
Paradise TV’s Silly Gillman meets up in Boston with Bedouin Soundclash for a video interview.
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04.21.2008 Listen to John Vanderslice's spring playlist
The Riverfront Times follows up on its John Vanderslice interview by making a Muxtape of his playlist.
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04.21.2008 Dan Deacon's mp3 giveaway
Dan Deacon is offering up all his old records for free download at his under-construction website.
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04.18.2008 Hear John Vanderslice on WOXY
The Futurist recaps John Vanderslice’s recent Lounge Act performance for WOXY.com, replete with MP3s. (via largeheartedboy)
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04.17.2008 Watch Dan Deacon's new video
Pitchfork.tv premieres the video for “Okie Dokie,” from Dan Deacon’s 2007 album Spiderman of the Rings.
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04.16.2008 STP talks to CNN
Watch CNN video coverage of the newly reunited Stone Temple Pilots.
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04.11.2008 John Vanderslice on song writing
John Vanderslice talks song writing with Penn State’s Daily Collegian.
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04.10.2008 M. Ward vs. David Bowie
An Aquarium Drunkard listens to M. Ward’s cover of David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance,” and decides it may actually be better than the original.
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04.10.2008 John Vanderslice talks hip-hop
John Vanderslice talks to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about his fascination with ’60s music and modern hip-hop.
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04.10.2008 John Vanderslice's Spring Playlist
John Vanderslice makes (and annotates) a springtime playlist for the Riverfront Times.
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04.10.2008 In Praise of Stone Temple Pilots
Steve Hyden of the A.V. Club wants you to know that Stone Temple Pilots are “actually good! (Really!)”.
He’s not alone, as James Montgomery of MTV.com agrees, saying “Of all the so-called “alt-rock” acts that lumbered the Earth in the 1990s — a list that includes everyone from Alice in Chains to Tad — Stone Temple Pilots were probably one of the five best.”
Come see for yourself at this year’s Bumbershoot!
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04.09.2008 Bumbershoot announces preliminary lineup
Check out what The Tripwire has to say.
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04.09.2008 Beck, STP, M. Ward, To Play Bumbershoot Festival
It’s already been a (s)mashing week for 2008 festival lineup announcements. Read what Paste has to say about Bumbershoot’s initial announcement.
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04.09.2008 Beck, Neko Case, M. Ward, Deacon Do Bumbershoot
Every year the North American capital of rain gets a big ol’ Bumbershoot, and this year is certainly no exception. Read what Pitchfork has to say about it.
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04.09.2008 Beck, STP, Neko Case, M. Ward Booked For Bumbershoot
Seattle Weekly’s Chris Kornelis is “beyond excited” about our initial lineup. He also takes a look back at Beck at Bumbershoot ’97.
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04.09.2008 An Eclectic Spread of Music and Arts
Stereogum chimes in on the initial lineup.
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04.09.2008 Neko, Del, Lucinda Light Up Bumbershoot
The annual Bumbershoot Festival—Seattle’s all-inclusive arts and music extravaganza—has divulged a partial line-up for its 38th congregation. And, as usual, the eclectic event features all walks of musical life… Read more on CMJ.
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04.09.2008 Beck, Stone Temple Pilots, Neko Case Top Bumbershoot Bill
Seattle’s quintessential music festival reveals initial lineup for 38th annual installment… Read SPIN’s full preview.
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04.08.2008 Beck, STP, Lucinda Set For Bumbershoot
Beck, Stone Temple Pilots, Lucinda Williams and Neko Case are among the first acts confirmed for the 2008 Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival, Billboard.com can reveal. The event will be held Aug. 30-Sept. 1 at Seattle’s City Center.
Read Billboard’s full preview.
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04.08.2008 John Vanderslice & St. Vincent, in photos
Brooklyn Vegan has photos of John Vanderslice’s recent performance at Pianos NYC.
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04.08.2008 Stone Temple Pilots Are Back
Stereogum has the setlist and some video from STP’s reunion show last night.
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04.08.2008 INTERN AT BUMBERSHOOT!
One Reel is still seeking a few kick-ass interns to work with us on Bumbershoot this summer! Seriously. What. Are. You. Waiting. For?
Check out the complete internship descriptions here, but the lady writing this note wants to draw your specific attention to this little gem. If you live and breathe music and pop culture, are a fabulous, witty and smart writer, and would rather go without your left eye than miss a single day reading (and contributing to) your favorite blogs, we’re holding a spot for you.
Get on it!
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02.05.2008 Relive Jeremy Enigk in the Music Lounge
KEXP has posted the full performance of Jeremy Enigk in the 2006 Bumbershoot Music Lounge as part of their Live Performance Podcast series. Listen now!
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12.04.2007 Vote for Bumbershoot!
Your favorite music & arts festival (Bumbershoot, of course) has been nominated for a PLUG! The 2008 PLUG Independent Music Awards celebrate the independent music community and recognize the artists who live and flourish in the margins of mainstream culture.
Vote for Bumbershoot as Music Festival Of The Year! You’ll find us in the “Obsessive” section of the Music Categories.
And thank you to everyone who made Bumbershoot 2007 the best ever!
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11.13.2007 2008 Bumbershoot Applications Available Now
Attention musicians, visual artists, writers, dancers, filmmakers, thespians, performance artists, crafters, and restaurateurs!! Want to showcase your talent at next year’s Festival? 2008 Bumbershoot applications are available now online. Visit bumbershoot.org/apply.htm for more information including upcoming application deadlines. Apply soon, or you might miss your big break!
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11.01.2007 The Shins Backstage at Bumbershoot
Check out this backstage video featuring James Mercer of The Shins, courtesy of SPIN.
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11.01.2007 Panic! Backstage with SPIN
Check out this backstage video featuring Panic! At The Disco, courtesy of SPIN.
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11.01.2007 The Pharmacy & Schoolyard Heroes videos
Check out these backstage videos featuring Seattle’s The Pharmacy and Schoolyard Heroes, courtesy of SPIN.
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11.01.2007 Grand Archives and The Blakes videos
Check out this backstage video featuring Seattle’s Grand Archives and The Blakes, courtesy of SPIN.
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11.01.2007 Win a Spot on the 2008 Bumbershoot Lineup!
Wonder who will be the first band announced to play at Bumbershoot 2008? Win EMP|SFM’s Sound Off! competition, and it could be you!
EMP|SFM hosts the seventh annual Sound Off!, the Northwest’s largest underage musical showdown. If your band is aged 21 or under, this is your chance to Sound Off! at EMP|SFM, and maybe win a spot on the 2008 Bumbershoot roster.
Applications are due by Wednesday, November 15, and the live concerts will take place Saturday nights February 9, 16, 23 and March 1, 2008. The competition culminates in a Sky Church show that will pit the winners from each semifinal night in a duel to score amazing prizes, plus the opportunity of a lifetime: to perform at Bumbershoot 2008.
Get all the details at empsfm.org and get ready to rock your stuff!
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09.26.2007 Gogol Bordello Podcast
This week we bring you a special Music That Matters podcast featuring a live performance of New York-based gypsy punks, Gogol Bordello. Broadcast live from a secret location on the 2007 Bumbershoot festival grounds, this energetic performance was one of 17 live exclusive in-studios presented by KEXP. You can listen to more of these and other live in-studios by also subscribing to the Live Performances podcast.
1. Avenue B
2. Bible
3. Alcohol
4. American Wedding
5. I was Born Under Soviet Star
6. Wonderlust King
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09.26.2007 Mocean Worker Podcast
Shake ya boogie with this exclusive live set from Mocean Worker. A great mix of live funky jazz and modern electronics recorded at the
Bumbershoot Music Lounge and broadcast on KEXP.
1. Chick A Boom Boom Boom
2. Changes
3. Only The Shadow Knows
4. Shake Ya Boogie
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09.12.2007 Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on NPR
KEXP’s Cheryl Waters reviews the Black Rebel Motorcycle Club performance in the Bumbershoot Music Lounge for NPR’s Pop Session. Hear the entire set online!
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09.12.2007 The answer to the post-Bumbershoot Blues
Jeff Vandermeer reflects on his Bumbershoot experience at the Amazon Bookstore Blog.
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09.04.2007 Bumbershoot: Andrew Bird live from the KEXP Music Lounge
all photos by Allie Pasquier
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09.03.2007 The Slog and Bumbershoot
Dan Savage has some thoughts regarding Bumbershoot on The Stranger’s Slog.
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09.03.2007 Bumbershoot: Fleet Foxes
photo by Allie Pasquier
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09.03.2007 Bumbershoot: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
photo by Chona Kasinger
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09.03.2007 Bumbershoot: Interview with Menomena
photo by Allie Pasquier
Before their show on air today, Menomena agreed to answer a few questions with KEXP correspondent Travis Baer:
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09.03.2007 Bumbershoot: Interview with Iceage Cobra
photo by Allie Pasquier
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09.02.2007 Bumbershoot: Interview with The Watson Twins
Chandra and Leigh Watson
photo by Allie Pasquier
After their performance on KEXP this afternoon, I had a chance to talk to Leigh Watson of The Watson Twins:
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09.02.2007 Bumbershoot: The Watson Twins
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09.01.2007 Seattle P-I covers Crowded House
The Seattle P-I’s big blog talks up Crowded House.
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09.01.2007 Seattle P-I covers St. Vincent
The Seattle P-I reviews of St. Vincent at Bumbershoot.
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09.01.2007 Bumbershoot: Gogol Bordello
photo by Allie Pasquier
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09.01.2007 Bumbershoot: Saturday, the Day Begins
The crowd awaits entrance at the gate
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08.31.2007 Bumbershoot's not just for big bands
The Olympian takes a deeper look at some of the bands and other acts at Bumbershoot this year.
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08.30.2007 The Trucks Play Bumbershoot
The Bellingham Herald champions local export The Trucks.
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08.29.2007 The Cops are the Artist of the Day
Spin.com features The Cops as their artist of the day.
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08.28.2007 Gogol Bordello Fall Tour
Gogol Bordello announces their fall tour, but you can see them first at Bumbershoot and on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Find out here if the band will be playing near you.
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08.18.2007 Damnwells Demos and more
I Am Fuel, You Are Friends has new album news and a slew of demos from The Damnwells.
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08.17.2007 The Stranger's Guide to Bumbershoot
Looking for some advice on how to make the most of Bumbershoot’s massive lineup? Try The Stranger’s Unofficial Guide to Bumbershoot.
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08.16.2007 New Andrew Bird video - "Imitosis"
Stereogum has the new video for Andrew Bird’s “Imitosis.”
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08.16.2007 Tokyo Police Club's new video
My Old Kentucky Blog has the new video from Tokyo Police Club, “Citizens of Tomorrow,” along with archived mp3s from the band’s recent performance on MOKB Sirius Blog Radio.
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08.15.2007 Tiny Vipers on the move
Stereogum spotlights Tiny Vipers in today’s edition of Quit Your Day Job.
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08.15.2007 The Shins "Turn Me On" video
The Shins have a new video for “Turn on Me”, the third single from Wincing the Night Away. Watch it now at My Old Kentucky Blog
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08.14.2007 2007 Bumbershoot Music Lounge!
The Bumbershoot Music Lounge returns with a series of intimate performances and interviews with some of the Festival’s brightest stars, all of which will be broadcast live on 90.3 KEXP/KEXP.org during Bumbershoot weekend. The only way to get access to this secret stage is to listen to 90.3 KEXP/KEXP.org for details on how to reserve your spot in the audience, or be a BumberFan and enter to win passes!
This year’s Bumbershoot Music Lounge lineup includes:
Art Brut • Black Rebel Motorcycle Club • Andrew Bird • Tokyo Police Club • Gogol Bordello • The Gourds • St Vincent • Yungchen Lhamo • Bert Jansch • The Watson Twins • Step Cousins • Dyme Def • Fleet Foxes • Lyrics Born • Steve Earle • Menomena • Iceage Cobra!
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08.13.2007 Bumbershoot on nuTsie
Our friends at nuTsie have created a comprehensive playlist featuring our 2007 lineup! Take a listen to what you have waiting in store for you this year…
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08.13.2007 New Devendra Banhart
Stereogum covers the newest previews off of Devendra Banhart’s upcoming release, Smokey Rolls Down Thunder Canyon.
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08.10.2007 Hear "Sea Horse" from Devendra Banhart
Stereogum has the first track for listening pleasure from Devendra Banhart’s forthcoming release Smokey Rolls Down Thunder Canyon, out September 25.
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08.10.2007 Rodrigo y Gabriela on The Interface
AOL/Spinner’s The Interface recently recorded a session with Bumbershoot artists Rodrigo y Gabriela. Download it now!
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08.05.2007 Bumbershoot Music Lounge 2006 highlights
Music That Matters, Vol. 58 – Bumbershoot Music Lounge
We’re getting ready to announce the 2007 Bumbershoot Music Lounge lineup… can you feel the excitement? To tide you over, KEXP’s Kevin Cole takes a look back at highlights from the 2006 Bumbershoot Music Lounge.
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08.02.2007 Announcing... Bumbershoot's Ultimate CD Design Competition
Presented by The Seattle Times and the
Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Are you a music freak?
Do you spend countless hours compiling and reordering playlists on your iTunes to correspond to every possible mood you can have? Tunes for the road trip to Vegas? The perfect workout mix? Cleaning house songs? The "I Really Like You But I Can't Get Over My Awkward Shyness So I've Made You This Mix Tape" collection? Yeah, you know we're talking about you…
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08.02.2007 Snow White meets Wu-Tang?
Simon Voznick-Levinson of EW.com’s PopWatch wants to get in on the casting of Francis Lawrence’s Snow White remake, Snow and the Seven. Who better to play the roles of 7 Shaolin monks training a young British girl than the Wu-Tang Clan.
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07.26.2007 Gypsie Punk and Gogol Bordello
Pitchfork reviews Gogol Bordello’s Super Taranta.
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07.26.2007 The Shins Tour dates
The Shins are starting a summer tour spanning four continents. Check out where they will be heading next.
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07.19.2007 Falling in Love with St. Vincent
EW.com’s David Greenwald is falling in love with St. Vincent.
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07.19.2007 Gogol Bordello Video - "Wonderlust King"
Stereogum has the new video from Gogol Bordello.
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07.18.2007 Avett Brothers in USA Today
The Avett Brothers are included in this week’s playlist on USA Today’s Listen Up.
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07.17.2007 Wu-Tang: Widdling Down Infinity
URB asks if Wu-Tang Clan can save hip-hop… again.
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07.13.2007 KEXP does Bumbershoot 101
Music That Matters, Vol. 55 – Bumbershoot 101
To coincide with the announcement of this year’s Bumbershoot lineup, Kevin Cole presents Music That Matters Vol. 55, his second annual “Bumbershoot 101” podcast, featuring music from The Shins, Ted Leo & The Pharmacists, The Avett Brothers, DeVotchKa, Tokyo Police Club, and many others who will be performing.
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07.12.2007 My Brightest Diamond
My Brightest Diamond is just one of the artists featured on Stereogum’s OKX, a tribute to Radiohead’s OK Computer. Check out their cover of track 11, “Lucky.”
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07.12.2007 St. Vincent: the PopWatch interview
EW.com’s PopWatch interviews Annie Clark of St. Vincent.
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07.07.2007 Full Lineup! Discount Tickets! Music Preview!
Following a series of MAJOR teasers, we are finally unleashing the complete lineup for the 2007 Bumbershoot: Seattle's Music & Arts Festival. That's right, music, visual arts, comedy, literary arts, film, performance, dance, theater, and special installations all for your planning pleasure. From film director John Sayles and performance artist Taylor Mac to pop icon Fergie and SNL veterans Janeane Garofalo and Fred Armisen, Bumbershoot will surely satisfy the widest of artistic tastes.
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06.27.2007 Great mix tape movies
Cinematical cites Garden State, which prominently features The Shins song “New Slang,” as one of the seven great “mix tape movies.”
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06.27.2007 Schoolyard Heroes graduate
Seattle Weekly’s Rocket Queen recounts the recent homecoming of Schoolyard Heroes.
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06.22.2007 Steve Earle to host Sirius radio show
Steve Earle is set to host his own show, “The Steve Earle Show: Hard Core Troubador Radio” on Sirius Satellite Radio
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06.21.2007 Aggrolites are tough
The Ventura County Reporter talks to Jesse Wagner of The Aggrolites.
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06.21.2007 Chatting with DeVotchKa's Jeanie Schroder
Jeanie Schroder of DeVotchKa talks to Boulder’s yourhub.com, in her first ever solo interview.
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06.21.2007 Kurt Loder on Roky Erickson
MTV’s Kurt Loder reflects on the wild life story of Roky Erickson, calling him “the great lost star of ’60s pyschedelia.”
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06.21.2007 The Shins' James Mercer makes jewelry for charity
Pitchfork reports on a nice charity project, featuring, among many others, James Mercer of The Shins. Get your bracelets!
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06.21.2007 Avett Brothers lead Americana Award nominations
The Avett Brothers# garnered “three nominations” for this year’s Americana Awards.
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06.20.2007 The return of The Wu
NME has news on the first Wu-Tang Clan album in 6 years, The 8 Diagrams.
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06.20.2007 Janet Reno, Musicologist
Pitchfork has the very odd news of a 3-cd compilation due out September 18, curated by none other than Janet Reno. Among the 50 artists culled together for Song of America are Andrew Bird and Devendra Banhart.
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06.19.2007 Lupe's "He Say She Say" Video
Pitchfork covers the newest video from Lupe Fiasco, “He Say She Say.”
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06.15.2007 Art Brut and Karaoke
To celebrate a new album, Art Brut will arrange a series of karaoke nights in cities across the US.
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06.15.2007 The Avett Brothers Overview
The Avett Brothers talk to Jambase about their new album, Emotionalism as well as their travel experiences, sound and inspirations.
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06.13.2007 Roky Erickson Film - Showing in August!
Beside the long awaited Roky Erickson and The Explosives
show at Bumbershoot (Monday September 3), there will also be a showing of a new documentary on Roky’s life a few days before! Here’s some info:
August 24-30, Fri – Thurs at 7 & 9:15 PM (plus Sat & Sun at 3 & 5 PM) at Northwest Film Forum (1515 12th Ave., Seattle).
Keven McAlester says of his award winning documentary, “I started out thinking I was making One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, but I ended up with something more like Being There.” Shot by cinematographer Lee Daniel (_Slacker_, Dazed and Confused, Before Sunset), the film tells the story of Austinite Roky Erickson, undeniably one of the greatest singer-songwriter, guitar player and harmonica-wailers of all time, and Janis Joplin’s chief influence. The singer and founding member of the 13th Floor Elevators was talented but unpredictable. After entering an insanity plea in 1969 for a marijuana arrest, Roky was sent to a mental hospital for three years where he was surrounded by the worst violent and mentally ill criminals. To the great dismay of his fans, he became a recluse. Featuring interviews with Billy Gibbons, Thurston Moore, and Patti Smith, You’re Gonna Miss Me is a devastating exploration of the life of one of rock’s most infamously tragic figures.
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06.08.2007 Crowded House on Conan
Crowded House will be appearing tonight on Late Night with Conan O’Brien. See them perform their new single, “Don’t Stop Now.”
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06.07.2007 Kings of Leon knock your socks off
Entertainment Weekly’s Pop Watch blog reviews the recent NYC performance of Kings of Leon, calling them “The Best Band You May Have Heard Of.”
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06.06.2007 Joss Stone opens up on CNN
Joss Stone answers questions about Britney Spears, wearing underwear, and showing her audience she’s not a little girl anymore in this CNN.com interview.
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06.06.2007 Kings of Leon lead brings faith and music together
Caleb Followill, lead singer of Kings of Leon, discusses being the son of a preacher and a rock & roll singer in an interview on Entertainment Weekly.
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06.01.2007 Avett Brothers on NPR Weekend Edition
The Avett Brothers will appear Saturday on NPR Weekend Edition with Scott Simon. The show airs on hundreds of NPR stations across the country and will run from 8:00-10:00AM and is also broadcast on npr.org.
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05.25.2007 Short song, long title
The Courier-Post Online takes a look at artists like Panic! at the Disco whose lengthy song and album titles taking over the music scene.
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05.25.2007 Panic! in the studio
NME has news on Panic! at the Disco’s currently untitled new album.
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05.18.2007 Panic! at the Disco are Rockin' America
Watch Rockin’ America and see Panic! at the Disco. The show will air on Encore Wam Channel and will play Friday, May 18 at 8:45 p.m., Saturday, May 19 at 2 a.m., Tuesday, May 22 at 11:30 a.m. and 8:15 p.m. and Wednesday, May 23 at 2:45 a.m. Rockin’ America is a music video show featuring today’s hottest artists, videos and interviews.
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05.18.2007 Wu-Tang Clan on MadTV
Check out an episode of MadTV featuring the Wu-Tang Clan on Friday, May 18 at 11 p.m. on Comedy Central. Original air date: Feb. 2, 2002.
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05.18.2007 Discovered: Band Bio Generator 1.0
The Back Story:
In an effort to cut rising production costs, a prominent music magazine recently hired a team of super-scientists to accomplish one goal and one goal alone: design a tool that would replace music critics for good. For eight weeks the scientists slaved away in an underground bunker living off nothing but toaster strudels and string cheese. Finally, they had it – The Band Bio Generator – an instrument so powerful that it was quickly buried by the United States government. Or was it? After hearing rumors of the technology, Bumbershoot sent out an exploratory unit to track it down and bring it to the masses. Many interns were lost in the effort to acquire the device, but their sacrifice lives on. So the next time you use the generator, remember their rallying cry: Use it. Love it. Share it.
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05.16.2007 Crowded House Tour Details!
Crowded House has announced dates for their first US tour since 1996. Check it!
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05.11.2007 Norma Jean attacks
Drexel University’s The Triangle has high praise for Redeemer, the new album from Norma Jean.
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05.11.2007 The Shins' TV history
The Oklahoman cites the taste-making musical choices of Gilmore Girls, with The Shins as key evidence.
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05.10.2007 The ingenious Holmes Brothers
Tamba Bay Newspapers attests to the greatness of the new Holmes Brothers album, State of Grace.
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05.10.2007 Avett Brothers in Philly
The Philadelphia City Paper previews The Avett Brothers’ Friday show at The Troc.
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05.10.2007 Method Man feautured on EW.com
Wu-Tang Clan member Method Man is currently featured on Entertainment Weekly’s Download This
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05.09.2007 Avett Brothers on Conan O'Brien
Check out the Avett Brothers this Friday, May 11 on Late Night with Conan O’Brien at 12:35 a.m. on NBC!
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05.08.2007 The Shins Awe More Than Just Indie Fans
Since The Shins recently appeared on Saturday Night Live, indie fans have worried about the changes it might have on the band’s original sound. However, the band has stayed true to its roots and amassed a larger following. Read a review detailing the band’s recent success.
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05.02.2007 The Shins' Tour
Soulshine news writes about The Shins new tour, which begins in Australia.
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05.01.2007 All eyes on The Shins
Earvolution has news on The Shins “rockumentary” All Eyes on The Shins making an appearance at the upcoming Silver Lake Film Festival in Los Angeles.
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05.01.2007 Lupe Fiasco enters the studio
Billboard reports on Lupe Fiasco’s plan to enter the studio this week to record The Cool, his follow-up to last year’s Food & Liquor.
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04.30.2007 Method Man on WildBoyz
Method Man will make an appearance in the MTV2 Series, Wildboyz at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 6th.
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04.30.2007 The Shins' new Live Session
The Shins have a brand new 5-song live session available on iTunes.
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04.30.2007 Kill Hannah on True Music
“True Music” with host Katie Daryl will feature an interview and performance with Kill Hannah on HDnet May 3rd at 1:30 p.m.
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04.30.2007 Gogol Bordello on Later with Jools Holland
Jools Holland will feature Gogol Bordello on his live music series on RAVEHD channel May 1 at 6 and 9 p.m.
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04.30.2007 Method Man on MadTV
Wu-Tang Clan member Method Man guest stars in this replay of MadTV on Comedy Central May 1st at 12:30 p.m. and again on May 2nd at 10 a.m.
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04.30.2007 The Avett Brothers acoustic at Coachella
The Charlotte Observer recounts The Avett Brothers impressing Coachella fans with their “...rock approach to string music.”
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04.30.2007 Wu-Tang's RZA in Be Cool on Showtime
Be Cool, the comic sequel to “Get Shorty” with John Travolta will play on Showtime2 on May 2nd. Wu-Tang Clan member RZA costars in this hilarious mob comedy.
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04.30.2007 History of The Avett Brothers
Live2nite.com writes a bio explaining the history of The Avett Brothers.
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04.30.2007 Crowded House rocks again
Australia’s Herald Sun talks to Neil Finn of Crowded House and reviews yesterday’s Coachella peformance.
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04.27.2007 Don't miss Roky Erickson
Aversion has news on the upcoming theatrical and DVD release of the Roky Erickson documentary You’re Gonna Miss Me.
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04.27.2007 Gogol Bordello's Open House
Eugene Hutz of Gogol Bordello talks to CMJ about their upcoming album Super-Taranta.
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04.27.2007 Wu-Tang B-Sides
The Wu-Tang Corp has posted more than 200 Wu-related B-sides as mp3 downloads. Get ‘em while they’re hot.
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04.27.2007 Life is good for The Shins
James Mercer of The Shins talks to New Jersey’s Paramus Post (via largeheartedboy).
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04.27.2007 Crowded House album news
Harp has the release date and tracklist for the upcoming Crowded House album Time On Earth, their first new work in more than 10 years.
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04.27.2007 Indie labels are making a compiliation CD
Similar to the wildly popular Now That’s What I Call Music CD series, some of today’s biggest indie labels are teaming up to make a compilation CD series, featuring artists such as The Shins, Air, Bloc Party and many others.
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04.25.2007 Norma Jean heads to Australia
Norma Jean is beginning a tour in Australia starting in June. Check this out for dates and locations.
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04.25.2007 Interview with Cory Brandon from Norma Jean
Taking a break from the New American Noise Tour, Blogcritics.org interviews Norma Jean’s Cory Brandon.
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04.25.2007 The Shins on the streets of Paris
La Blogotheque has video of The Shins performing multiple songs on the streets of Paris.
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04.25.2007 Amplified! The Avett Brothers
With bare-bones arrangements and stripped down production, the Avett Brothers are what The Strokes might sound like if they traded in their electric guitars for banjos and an upright bass.
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04.25.2007 The Aggrolites New Album and Release Date
The Aggrolites announce a new album and when it will be released on the Hellcat Records website.
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04.25.2007 KUTE radio recognizes The Avett Brothers
KUTE radio chose The Avett Brothers as their pick of the week.
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04.25.2007 Devendra Banhart Working on New Album
Devendra Banhart is currently working on a new album.
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04.24.2007 Devendra Banhart Likes Food
Buzzsugar has the scoop on Devendra Banhart’s contribution to the new musician-sourced recipe book I Like Food, Food Tastes Good.
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04.17.2007 The Shins - "Australia"
Pitchfork has the new “Australia” video, the second off The Shins’ third album, Wincing the Night Away.
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04.04.2007 Bumbershoot 2007 Partial Lineup
As spring begins to bloom some of you may already be gearing up to make summer plans. We have something that just might help… a glimpse at the 2007 Bumbershoot lineup! Gold, Platinum, and 3-day passes are on sale now.
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03.01.2007 So You Wanna... Rock Bumbershoot
The bright lights, the booming sound systems, the massive crowds chanting your name—for many musicians there is no greater thrill than performing live from the stage. Each year Bumbershoot receives over a thousand submissions directly from West Coast artists without representation hoping to play the Festival, yet only 30 to 45 of those bands make the final cut. So how do you make yourself stand out from the crowd? Keep it simple. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.
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02.28.2007 For Years Blue Wins '07 Sound Off! Competition
On a night filled with choreographed dance moves, songs about facial hair, and a band dressed in ski outfits, one group rose to the top to be named winner of the 2007 SoundOff! Competition and claim a spot on Bumbershoot’s 2007 roster. This year’s winner is For Years Blue, a progressive septet featuring violins and an abundance of electronic flourishes.
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02.21.2007 Finalists gear up for the '07 Sound Off! Competition
With the field sufficiently whittled down to just a trio of local bands, the stage has been set to crown the winner of the sixth annual SoundOff! Competition, the Pacific Northwest’s largest battle of the bands for musicians under 21. That’s right, they may be able to rattle off an awe-inspiring performance, but you still can’t buy them a drink after the show. The finals will take place Saturday, Feb. 24 at the Experience Music Project’s Sky Church venue, with three young bands vying for a coveted spot on the 2007 Bumbershoot lineup.
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