Oh, finally. I’ve been waiting for this since forever. Franz Ferdinand went on BBC Radio and played Britney Spears’ “Womanizer” because “It’s been the best song out in the last few months,” they said. Few months? Let’s try again. Now, they could have been more topical and covered, say Eminem’s “We Made You,” but that… Continue reading Franz Ferdinand covers “Womanizer” [MP3]
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Love Is All covers Lykke Li’s mom’s punk band
Cutest band in the world Love Is All just recorded a bunch of covers of Swedish bands, including a cover of 80’s all-girl punk band Tant Strul (whose lineup included Lykke Li’s mom). This is cool. You can stream the rest of covers at Love Is All’s Myspace. Love Is All – “Pappas Tant (Tant… Continue reading Love Is All covers Lykke Li’s mom’s punk band
Golden Bear is so much better than “power-pop”
Austin’s Golden Bear immediately has a “pop” label thrown on them. The e-mail I received from their promotion people used words like “power-pop,” “anthemic pop,” “infectious” and “fist-pumping.” I guess they really know how to appeal to listeners?? These words really sell the band short. Golden Bear’s sound is much deeper than pop. Their song… Continue reading Golden Bear is so much better than “power-pop”
Review: Does Doves ‘Kingdom Of Rust’ deliver?
It has finally been released folks. And I have myself a copy. The question is, am I happy or sad? Am I satisfied? Blown away? Disappointed? It’s been four years since the last Doves release, so we’ve all been anxiously anticipating Kingdom Of Rust for quite some time, and when “Jetstream” hit the airwaves, people… Continue reading Review: Does Doves ‘Kingdom Of Rust’ deliver?
New Silversun Pickups video: “Panic Switch”
Silversun Pickups are getting all MTV lately. So much so, in fact, that they debuted the video for their newest single, “Panic Switch,” on MTVU. Because those college kids high school kids love bands not on the regular MTV, so they’ll love whatever has “U” attached! That said, the video is pretty average/boring. “Then why… Continue reading New Silversun Pickups video: “Panic Switch”
Notable CD Releases: Maria Taylor, The Veils, Seaworthy
Some releases you may or may not have heard of coming out tomorrow:* Maria Taylor – LadyLuck. Buy. This wunderkind, of the former Azure Ray, as well as Now It’s Overhead, is bringing more of that sweet, edgy pop in the solo form. A voice full of power, a heart full of gold, nothing not… Continue reading Notable CD Releases: Maria Taylor, The Veils, Seaworthy
New Lonely Island Video: “Like A Boss”
Looks like I missed this a couple days ago, but The Lonely Island premiered a video for Incredibad fave “Like A Boss” on SNL. It’s very much pretty good. I like it! To be fair, the song didn’t lend itself to a very creative video. You just get to actually see Andy do all the things… Continue reading New Lonely Island Video: “Like A Boss”
Justice remixes U2’s “Get On Your Boots” [MP3]
Remember way back when I said U2 made a very mediocre new album that your mom will LOVE? Well Justice just got a hold of “Get On Your Boots,” the lead single from No Line On The Horizon. Oh, it’s such an improvement. It’s also VERY Justice, which is such a good thing. Love it,… Continue reading Justice remixes U2’s “Get On Your Boots” [MP3]
This Week in Concerts: Death Cab, Crystal Stilts, Beirut, etc.
Good news this week if you live in D.C., no need to travel outside the district for shows! That means no driving which means more drinking! Because what’s better than going to work hung-over Thursday morning with Crystal Stilts still ringing in your ears? Several things, actually. Several things. Wednesday: Death Cab For Cutie &… Continue reading This Week in Concerts: Death Cab, Crystal Stilts, Beirut, etc.
New Akron/Family: “River”
We already gave you “Everyone is Guilty” from Akron/Family’s upcoming LP, Set ‘Em Wild, Set ‘Em Free, and now I’m giving you the second single “River” (aren’t I generous?). The album comes out May 5 on Dead Oceans. Enjoy it with me, won’t you? Akron/Family – “River” [MP3] Akron/Family on Myspace