Check out a recent episode of This American Life that centers around the Classifieds in two Chicago papers. Particularly enjoyable (and relevant to this blog?) is an assemblage of a band of unfamiliar musicians by Jon of Mekons fame to record Bernie Taupin / Elton Johns' "Rocketman".
"Everybody likes Elton John a little bit".
Compelling version by William Shatner:
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Wrath66
WTF has re-located to Wrath66.com. While I could pretend to discuss the change in address and fresh approach with particular insight, I think it best for the curious reader to do his or her own investigation.Enjoy - I sure do.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Opsvik & Jennings: A Dream I Used to Remember
Opsvik & Jennings' new album is available for download at their website, opsvikandjennings.com. It will leave you full of profound wonder and odd joy. Catch them at Nublu in the East Village, NYC on June 15th for the record release party.
Friday, May 15, 2009
CHICROS: Radio Transmission out May 18th
(los) Chicros' latest album is a definite trip, as their mixes posted here on the Meltdown previously have indicated. I was lucky enough to be near when the record was being mastered, and no doubt these Parisian boys make a radio "concept" album that highlights their capacity to draw you in and rock you from various angles.
Check here for all the details.
Brother Raven
Brother Raven are a couple guys from Seattle that make music from synthesizers that will take you on a dreamy journey through outer sea and inner space.
This is what their new tape looks like:
Download it for free at the Gift Tapes Blogbroraven.com
myspace.com/broraven
Props to Casey at Eat Records / EVR for the intro to a band in my own backyard...!
Monday, May 11, 2009
Rebel Monday at the New Frontier Tonight
Jason Diamond w/ guest dj slow spin roots and dub reggae from 9pm on at the New Frontier Lounge, Tacoma.Here's a re-up of my Jamaican Showcase mix:
Download Jamaican Showcase
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