2 of my favs!
what u got on them?
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
...And you thought Thom Yorke was gone
... So, in 2006 Thom Yorke released his first solo album known as "The Eraser" and ended on my top 5 albums for the year!
And in a recent blogpost from the man himself he states that he's been working on forming a "band" to perform the material from the aformentioned album along with a few new tracks they've recently came up with...
The band (pictured above) consists of himself, Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich, Beck/R.E.M. drummer Joey Waronker, percussionist/multi-instrumentalist Mauro Refosco, and... Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea."
In my opinion it sounds like a dream come true and to be working with a man of Mr. Yorke's stature is pretty amazing in itself.
Now, they were stingy enought to only have 2 shows in the LA area and you're in the area it's definetly something you should not miss!
Great bit of news if you ask me! We should all cross our fingers in hope that they'll come around and do a full-on tour!
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Thursday, September 24, 2009
Mayer Hawthorne
on a brighter side ... I know my last post was kind of depressing (at least for me it was)
Mayer's the shit. You need to peep this cat.
+ join me at Red 7 in Austin - Oct 10th to hear him live!
get your tickets here! they're only 8 bucks! no reason why you should miss something like that!
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Mayer's the shit. You need to peep this cat.
Mayer Hawthorne w/ The Roots - Just Aint Gonna Work Out, live NYC from Stones Throw on Vimeo.
+ join me at Red 7 in Austin - Oct 10th to hear him live!
get your tickets here! they're only 8 bucks! no reason why you should miss something like that!
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Lost Under Vegas
They have a neat, if compact kitchen, a furnished living area, and a bedroom complete with double bed, wardrobe and bookshelf featuring a wide selection including a Frank Sinatra biography and Spanish phrase book. And they make their money in some of the biggest casinos in the world. But their life is far from the ordinary.
Steven and girlfriend Kathryn's base - under Caesar's Palace casino - is one of the most elaborate. They even have a kettle and a makeshift shower fabricated out of an office drinking water dispenser.
Because, along with hundreds of others, the couple are part of a secret community living in the dark and dirty underground flood tunnels below the famous strip. Rather than working in the bars or kitchens they "credit hustle", prowling the casinos searching the fruit machines for money or credits left by drunken gamblers. Despite the risks from disease, highly venomous spiders and flooding washing them away, many of the tunnel people have put together elaborate camps with furniture, ornaments and shelves filled with belongings.
But their bed and many of their belongings are on crates to keep them off the damp floor.
Despite it being hot and dry outside, their tunnel is wet from water being sent down from nearby construction work.
As he gives a guided tour of home, Steven Dommermuth explains: "We use our imagination a lot.
"Our bed came from a skip outside an apartment complex. It's mainly stuff people dump that we pick up. One man's junk is another man's gold.
"We get the stuff late at night so people don't see us because it's kind of embarrassing."
He later gives directions to the tunnels' own art gallery, a collection of graffiti by local artists and some by the underground residents.
Steven moved into the tunnels two years ago after he lost his hotel front-desk job due to a heroin problem he claims he kicked in January.
He now works the same hotels credit-hustling, and his life retains other similarities with the one he left behind.
He says: "We work our way down the strip. The most I've ever found is 997 dollars (£609) on one machine. I've found about $500 a few times. But normally $20 or so is enough to call it a night. "We buy food and supplies like shampoo and soap. Last night I went and watched the new Quentin Tarantino movie Inglourious Basterds up at the Palms Hotel."
Despite his established set-up, Steven claims he eventually wants to leave the tunnels but can't because of two outstanding arrest warrants from drug possession charges two years ago.
It is estimated the population of the underground community could be as many as 700. As well as credit-hustling, they earn their money off the wildly excessive city above by begging and "dumpster diving" - raiding bins and skips. There are around 350 miles of flood channels running under Las Vegas. Most inhabitants are in the area under the city's strip.
Another couple, Amy and JR, have lived in the tunnels for two years, having moved to Las Vegas in search of work, wealth and a slice of the famous Sin City action.
Putting down the Twilight vampire book she is reading for the third time, Amy, 33, explains: "My husband and I have been down here two years this week.
"We were living with my mom in California but the house was full and we had to leave.
"I heard Las Vegas was a good place for jobs. It's the city that never sleeps, with all the bright lights, and I'd always wanted to come.
"But it was tough and we started living under the staircase outside the MGM casino. Then we met a guy who lived in the tunnels. We've been down here ever since.
"I have my books, my CD player, crossword puzzles, some clothes and my picture of our son Brady, who was killed 11 years ago at four months old. The main dangers are the floods and the Black Widow spiders. But it's not a terrible place to be if you're homeless.
"It's much cooler than on the streets, we get a breeze coming through and the cops don't really bother you. It's quiet and everyone helps each other out down here.
"I hope to get out one day. But I want to stay in Las Vegas - I love it here."
Amy and JR met 13 years ago and even got married in one of the city's popular wedding chapels on Valentine's Day last year.
Their wedding had some similarities with the 110,000 other couples who get hitched in the city each year.
JR, 36, explains: "We got married in the Shalimar Chapel.
"We went to watch a show, then to McDonald's for dinner. We got a little bit drunk and did the other normal wedding day things - only we had to come back down here rather than go to a hotel room."
Some of those living there have been forced into the network of tunnels by the recession and difficult job market.
The economic downturn has hit the underground residents in their pockets too.
Amy and JR's neighbour Jamie, showing off a wristband he found that gives him free food all day at a hotel buffet, explains: "I've been down here since May.
"I've worked at a lot of the hotels, mainly in building and construction, but not for a couple of years. The jobs are harder to come by now. "Now I credit hustle but there are lots more people doing it these days. Hundreds and hundreds. You see little old ladies doing it."
As for other entertainment in the tunnels, the 45-year-old adds: "We're big talk radio fans. And a few of us are accomplished musicians and have instruments here. "One guy down here has a full-time job. I don't think gambling is the cause of many people being down here. It's more alcohol and drugs. We all gamble a bit - we're in Vegas."
Amy and JR's neighbour Jamie, showing off a wristband he found that gives him free food all day at a hotel buffet, explains: "I've been down here since May.
"I've worked at a lot of the hotels, mainly in building and construction, but not for a couple of years. The jobs are harder to come by now. "Now I credit hustle but there are lots more people doing it these days. Hundreds and hundreds. You see little old ladies doing it."
As for other entertainment in the tunnels, the 45-year-old adds: "We're big talk radio fans. And a few of us are accomplished musicians and have instruments here. "One guy down here has a full-time job. I don't think gambling is the cause of many people being down here. It's more alcohol and drugs. We all gamble a bit - we're in Vegas."
Local writer Matthew O'Brien, who has had a book published about the tunnel people, called Beneath The Neon, has been working with Steven and others to help get people housed. He recently founded the Shine A Light foundation to aid them. He explains: "I guide social workers into the tunnels, show them the terrain and introduce them to people.
"They offer these people services like health and drug counselling.
"We have got 12 to 15 people into houses in the last six months.
"But a lot of the people are very resistant to help. Many don't want to give up their addictions.
"They like their freedom and that no one is telling them what to do.
"They are scared of what's out there.
"To come out of the tunnel and face the world is intimidating for some of the people. Some are very much entrenched down in that tunnel and comfortable. That's why the charity doesn't like to give out too much food, water and clothing.
"We don't want them to get too comfortable because it is really an illusion. It can be extremely dangerous. "It doesn't rain much in Nevada but when it does the tunnels can fill very quickly. There have been 20 drownings in the last 20 years and a lot of those were people who were living in the tunnels. "Steve and Kathryn can say they feel like they have a home. But when it pours down three inches of rain in two hours it's clear it's not a home. It's a flood channel."
"They offer these people services like health and drug counselling.
"We have got 12 to 15 people into houses in the last six months.
"But a lot of the people are very resistant to help. Many don't want to give up their addictions.
"They like their freedom and that no one is telling them what to do.
"They are scared of what's out there.
"To come out of the tunnel and face the world is intimidating for some of the people. Some are very much entrenched down in that tunnel and comfortable. That's why the charity doesn't like to give out too much food, water and clothing.
"We don't want them to get too comfortable because it is really an illusion. It can be extremely dangerous. "It doesn't rain much in Nevada but when it does the tunnels can fill very quickly. There have been 20 drownings in the last 20 years and a lot of those were people who were living in the tunnels. "Steve and Kathryn can say they feel like they have a home. But when it pours down three inches of rain in two hours it's clear it's not a home. It's a flood channel."
*via currenttv
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Friday, September 18, 2009
The Cult of Michael Jackson?!?!?!
You read right.
The cult even has an elaborate book of scripture inspired by MJ songs. For example, "Man in the Mirror" becomes "look upon upon your reflection in the mirror, and change your own faults, and thou shall love man with all thy heart."
While we'd love to believe this is all on the up-and-up, and that MJ The Religion will be providing us with comic relief for years to come, there are some red flags. First, the church is located in Williamsburg -- a Brooklyn neighborhood full of hipsters who do scandalously ironic things like wearing trucker hats. And we're also pretty sure the number one rule of serious cult formation is not using the word "cult" in the group's name.
for more info go to cultofmichaeljackson.org
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Viral Video Film School
I've been attending the Viral Video Film School for about 1 year now. That's because thats been how long I've known about Current TV.
Anyway, B. here points out the best things about American culture that most of us are scared of admitting to be a part of.
Please - I present to you. Viral Video Film School - HAULS!
a super ridiculous tre...
he can explain a whole lot better then I can.
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Anyway, B. here points out the best things about American culture that most of us are scared of admitting to be a part of.
Please - I present to you. Viral Video Film School - HAULS!
a super ridiculous tre...
he can explain a whole lot better then I can.
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Thursday, September 17, 2009
Targeting Women.
I am forever in love with Sarah Haskins. She's got the be the funniest woman alive!
I LOVE YOU SARAH!!!!
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I LOVE YOU SARAH!!!!
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New Smashing Pumpkins!
'Free will mean free,' says frontman Billy Corgan'American alt-rockers the Smashing Pumpkins have announced they are to release their latest album, entitled Teargarden by Kaleidyscope, online and for free.
Breaking the news on the band's official website, frontman Billy Corgan said that the album will be absolutely free, no strings attached explaining: "Free will mean free, which means you won't have to sign up for anything, give an email address, or jump through a hoop."You will be able to go and take the song or songs as you wish, as many times as you wish."
--- Guess that's pretty cool. Free music is ALWAYS good!
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Ethiopium
Oh No! has a brand new album out called Dr.No's Ethiopium and it's one onf the most soulful hip-hop(for lack of a better term) I've heard recently. No matter what you're into, this release will sure get you moving!
check Stones Throw for more info!
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check Stones Throw for more info!
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Os Mutantes
This is Os Mutantes first album in 35 years. If you don’t know Mutantes, it would be easy to say something like they’re the Brazilian Beatles or the Brazilian version of the guys from Buena Vista Social Club, but they’re not; they’re Os Mutantes.
The Mutantes were a big part of the Tropicalia movement in Brazil during the ’60s. Imagine what you know about the psychedelic ’60s in America and the UK, and then combine that with Carnival, and you can basically suss up the sound of that movement. Put simply, it’s fucking wild.
Around 1964, there was a military coup in Brazil, and yes, that did suck. The starched uni’s were cracking down on the kids, art, and social activism. Legendary Brazilian musicians Caetano Veloso and Gilberto Gil were playing with Mutantes at the time, and they were arrested and forced into exile on some trumped up charges off communism. (Back in the ’60s anyone who didn’t agree with the far right were branded “communists” much like people are branded “socialists” or “Nazis” now. All bullshit).
But the point is, Mutantes’ music was so radically different and powerful that the government got involved. If that’s not an endorsement of something really special and creative going on, I don’t know what is.
For the past few decades, Os Mutantes have been gone. In the ’90s Kurt Cobain begged them to reunite so they could open for Nirvana. What an ass. Nirvana should have been loading Mutantes’ gear and stocking their green room.
The music on this album will blow your mind. Listen to it on a real stereo with some real speakers, not ear buds or plastic computer speakers. The instrumentation, harmonies, and pure passion will knock you over.
*via current
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Rodrigo Y Gabriela
Rodrigo y Gabriela New Album 11:11 Out Sep 09 from Gigiddy on Vimeo.
They have been one of the most influential "bands" to me these past few years. I had the priviledge to see them in New York last year for All Points West Festival. It was raining that day and they came out and then it really started pouring! The harder it rained the harder they played!
They will be here in Dallas October 19 @ the House Of Blues and it's one of those shows you don't want to miss!
Their new album 11:11 is out now and I definetly recommend it!
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Friday, September 11, 2009
A big OOPS!
In rememberance of such a tragedy I found this vid.
After 8 years I'm still shocked that something like this would happen. I know it wasn't the first time but its still unbelievable.
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After 8 years I'm still shocked that something like this would happen. I know it wasn't the first time but its still unbelievable.
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The Public Option ...
Most people like me really don't get into politics. But now we live in an age of information and we'd be too dumb not to pay attention to things that will really affect us in the near future.
This explains things for folks like me. Found it useful. And maybe you will too.
Pass it to everyone you know.
DIE DEVIL DIE!
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This explains things for folks like me. Found it useful. And maybe you will too.
Pass it to everyone you know.
DIE DEVIL DIE!
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New Madlib
The Madlib/Strong Arm Steady collaboration album Stoney Jackson came together in a flurry of creative energy over recent months. Prompted by Madlib’s stalwart DJ J.Rocc, who supplied SAS with 14 new Madlib beats CD, this album’s conception and delivery bear resemblance to the trajectory took by 2003’s Jaylib with J Dilla and 2004’s Madvillain with DOOM.
The SAS had previously rapped over Madlib’s music on their mixtape/album Deep Hearted and on the Talib Kweli/Madlib album Liberation.
The Stoney Jackson album unfolds over sixteen tracks and is a brisk, exciting hip hop record. Krondon and Phil The Agony supply the majority of the vocals with the third SAS member Mitchy Slick; guest appearances include Talib Kweli, Guilty Simpson, Little Brother’s Phonte, Planet Asia and a host of underground Los Angeles’s emerging rap talent.
Stoney Jackson represents Madlib’s return to the hip-hop fold and sets the scene for the OJ Simpson collaboration he’s finishing with Guilty Simpson.
*via StonesThrow
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The SAS had previously rapped over Madlib’s music on their mixtape/album Deep Hearted and on the Talib Kweli/Madlib album Liberation.
The Stoney Jackson album unfolds over sixteen tracks and is a brisk, exciting hip hop record. Krondon and Phil The Agony supply the majority of the vocals with the third SAS member Mitchy Slick; guest appearances include Talib Kweli, Guilty Simpson, Little Brother’s Phonte, Planet Asia and a host of underground Los Angeles’s emerging rap talent.
Stoney Jackson represents Madlib’s return to the hip-hop fold and sets the scene for the OJ Simpson collaboration he’s finishing with Guilty Simpson.
*via StonesThrow
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Major Lazer Carnival
In case you've been stuck under a rock lately you should know Switch & Diplo are. They formed MAJOR LAZER a kind of mythological alter ego for these guys. They've made sure that alot of the dancehall/reggae sound gets a new spin for the new millenium.
If you're a fan of electronic music or dancehall sounds then their debut album "GUNS DONT KILL PEOPLE...LAZERS DO!" should be right up your alley. Yeah, yeah ... Im abit late on that but I'm trying to spread the word for those who didnt know.
Anyway. Check out the carnival that they put together a couple of weeks ago. Tons of fun! Great music! ...
If you're a fan of electronic music or dancehall sounds then their debut album "GUNS DONT KILL PEOPLE...LAZERS DO!" should be right up your alley. Yeah, yeah ... Im abit late on that but I'm trying to spread the word for those who didnt know.
Anyway. Check out the carnival that they put together a couple of weeks ago. Tons of fun! Great music! ...
Major Lazer Sound System Carnival 2009 from Ben's Films on Vimeo.
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Thursday, September 10, 2009
The Cygnus Psyanide
The Cygnus Psyanide is my brothers band. He is the lead guitarist/creator/songwriter/lyricist and pretty much decides the bands direction. I couldn't really classify their music and that's just because I wouldn't like to box the band that way.
NEXT GIG IS AT ACROSS THE STREET BAR IN DALLAS
NOVEMBER 7TH!
5625 Yale Blvd
Dallas, TX 75206-5017
(214) 363-0660
Please listen to the music. And enjoy!
PS. this is kind of old video and with that I'm letting you know that some of the band members have been replaced. But music is still rockin.
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NEXT GIG IS AT ACROSS THE STREET BAR IN DALLAS
NOVEMBER 7TH!
5625 Yale Blvd
Dallas, TX 75206-5017
(214) 363-0660
Please listen to the music. And enjoy!
PS. this is kind of old video and with that I'm letting you know that some of the band members have been replaced. But music is still rockin.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
THEM CROOKED VULTURES
Consists of
John Paul Jones - Bass(Led Zep)
Dave Grohl - Drums(Foo Fighters, Nirvana Duh!)
Josh Homme - Guitars(Queens of the Stone Age)
Alain Johannes - Live Guitars Only(Queens of the Stone Age)
I think it's awesome. And I'm seeing them at ACL
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John Paul Jones - Bass(Led Zep)
Dave Grohl - Drums(Foo Fighters, Nirvana Duh!)
Josh Homme - Guitars(Queens of the Stone Age)
Alain Johannes - Live Guitars Only(Queens of the Stone Age)
I think it's awesome. And I'm seeing them at ACL
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Next Wednesday Sept 16 @ Palladium - Dallas
September 16, 2009 (Viva Mexico Cabrones!)
My favorite band. The Mars Volta will be kicking your a** at the Palladium in Dallas.
Don't miss out. They're the kind of band you wish you never missed. A few years from now you'll be thanking me. LOL
Tickets Here!
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My favorite band. The Mars Volta will be kicking your a** at the Palladium in Dallas.
Don't miss out. They're the kind of band you wish you never missed. A few years from now you'll be thanking me. LOL
Tickets Here!
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Radio is NOT about music.
The radio hasn't always been a friend of mine. For a long time they didn't allow songs like "bullet to the head" or "imagine" out of fear that people will start thinking differently. Anyway I think censorship is advertisement paid for by the government. And once again it all comes down to ... MONEY!
Here's a really good opinion on what/how radio works. Kinda
down with radio. wont mention any specifics 'cus I'd get decapitated.
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Here's a really good opinion on what/how radio works. Kinda
down with radio. wont mention any specifics 'cus I'd get decapitated.
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Some more Beatles.
So ... The Beatles are still one of the most relevant bands around even though they really haven't put out and album in about half a century. Don't get me wrong, I love The Beatles.
Now having said that. I do believe that they are a bit burned out; however, that's just the game of money, right?
While reading one of the many articles covering their new remastered albums and the new videogame I stumbled upon this. An inside view of what it was like to make the famous "White Album". Personally my favorite of theirs. Hope you can enjoy it as much as I did.
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Now having said that. I do believe that they are a bit burned out; however, that's just the game of money, right?
While reading one of the many articles covering their new remastered albums and the new videogame I stumbled upon this. An inside view of what it was like to make the famous "White Album". Personally my favorite of theirs. Hope you can enjoy it as much as I did.
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macdonalds lost!
so that's 1 down. a million more to go.
hopefully one day mcthrow up will go down.
and we'll live happily ever after.
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