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

The Two Minute Miracles

“Men and Women From Ontario. We Play Music.” Such is the about section on MySpace for The Two Minute Miracles. And next to their profile reads, “Languishing in Obscurity.” Also, their website is completely incomprehensible (to me.) Even this photo is a blur. But you know what? Sometimes we don’t need huge long explanations about… Continue reading The Two Minute Miracles

Chris Price: from porn music to pop music

So D.C. musician/DJ Chris Price used to make music for porn. Or as his biography says, “adult entertainment.” Ok Chris, you can keep it classy, I’ma call it porn. From his bio: Recording under the pseudonym D’Crescendo, his original compositions quickly became a mainstay — oftentimes overshadowing even the actors and storylines of the films themselves.… Continue reading Chris Price: from porn music to pop music