And so it begins. Every year, we listen to mp3′s of every band scheduled to appear at SXSW. We then present you with an A to Z preview of the bands that we think should earn your attention. Whether you’re coming down to SXSW (recommended!) or just looking for new music, there’s no better...
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We remember a time when Rolling Stone used to do a wrap-up issue at the end of each year with their critics top ten. Now every website on the planet (including ours!) spews out their own, holier than thou list. But RS used to have the decency to ask the popular artists of the...
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You thought we were done, didn’t you? Well, the promos and emails have been flying in at an ever increasing rate since our post this morning and this is a compilation of the stuff that’s grabbed us. To view a schedule for the bands we’ve previewed click on the link below: 2009 CMJ Music...
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Here’s the new video from Home Video, whom we interviewed here. To purchase their new album, click on the cute little button below:
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Most bands shun comparisons to other bands. They’d prefer to be known for their own virtues and don’t want any intimation that they’re “unoriginal”. Personally, I appreciate when critics cite a comparison because it gives me a reference point. But if the comparison is wrong or does a disservice to the band, I too...
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Each month, I’m going to start providing you with a list of the best music that was released the previous month. In general, I’m going to stay off the beaten track (no U2 mp3′s for you, thankfully) although I can’t stay away from the new Death Cab. I’m efforting to make a cute little...
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