Archive for July, 2009

Yes, Thom Yorke is doing that. Bon Iver too!

By on July 24th, 2009

Hang your heads, even if they are already hung…

Soulsavers take Broken on the road

By on July 24th, 2009

Most times, we are upset when something is broken. But when it comes to the Soulsavers, things couldn’t be better. After all, fresh off the announcement of its forthcoming, guest-heavy new studio album, Broken, the duo of Rich Machin and Ian Glover has unveiled plans to support the release with fall tour in North America. [...]

Hey! Look! Beck is in the headlines for another absurdly awesome project!

By on July 24th, 2009

Beck will reportedly recorded original material for the soundtrack of Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World.

Ex-Against Me! drummer opens Mexican restaurant

By on July 24th, 2009

No word on whether “As The Eternal Cowboy” will feature prominently in the jukebox…

Album Review: Our Lady Peace – Burn Burn

By on July 24th, 2009

★★★☆☆

Sometime last year, vocalist Raine Maida rattled off that Burn Burn was the, “closest record to Naveed.” While not true in the slightest, he did make an effort.

Update: Phish Fest set for Indio, California

By on July 24th, 2009

Phishachella!

Daft Punk to tour in support of Tron?

By on July 23rd, 2009

In the category of “take it for what it’s worth,” Joseph Kosinski, director of the upcoming sequel Tron Legacy, may have dropped one hell of a bomb shell. When asked in a recent interview at Comic-Con if Daft Punk, the duo behind his film’s score, would tour in support of it, Kosinski responded with a [...]

The Germs talk future, includes new recordings and box set

By on July 23rd, 2009

Unlike Wax, The Germs are not scheduled to perform at the upcoming Riot Fest, at least not yet. But the Chicago based punk extravaganza did recently squeeze a few noteworthy items out of the legendary punk band. Let us explain: Riot Fest has posted a feature article about the Los Angeles outfit and in it, [...]

!K7 resurrects the DJ-KiCKS mix series with Chromeo

By on July 23rd, 2009

The year was 1995 and the underground electronic music scene was going large worldwide. Moby was a hero, mixtapes were the norm, and there were local indie shops making the music somewhat accessible. Label !K7 was looking to lead the charge by connecting with fans, and bringing the DJ mix experience from the clubs to [...]

Jack Peñate brings himself, new album to U.S.

By on July 23rd, 2009

On August 18th, Jack Peñate will finally release his soulful, Brazilian Tropicalia-meets-Krautrock-meets-New Orleans marching bands-meets-Bashment-meets-Afrobeat-meets-lo-fi Hop Hop-meets-Gospel-meets-Reggaeton, Paul Epworth produced sophomore studio album, Everything Is New, to the U.S. And to support the release, the British singer/songwriter will be heading stateside for a month-long North American tour. Everything Is New will be available via XL [...]