Monthly Archives: March 2010
The Morning Benders :: The Bedroom Covers
The Morning Benders, Big Echo sounds so natural, it is my favorite new album. It is an easy listening record that feels familiar, like I have been listening to it for years. The first three tracks sucked me in and … Continue reading
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Take a little trip…SXSW
I hopped on an empty train car in downtown Chicago at nine this morning. Instead of having a plan of what to listen to I put my iPod on shuffle, and I am glad I did. How fitting for Waylon … Continue reading
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Introducing MG&V
MG&V stands for McCauley, Goldsmith, and Vasquez aka John McCauley (Deer Tick), Taylor Goldsmith (Dawes), and Matt Vasquez (Delta Spirit). This trio has been writing songs in Nashville and when Taylor mentioned this project a month ago to me at … Continue reading
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Taking Back Monday
Five solid tracks from the crew over at Urban Outfitters for free here. Also, if you are trekking down for SXSW check out their Austin guide. Happy Monday. Tell your friends.
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SXSW Sampler from NPR
I know some of you might be tired of hearing about SXSW, if you are it is probably because you are not going to be down in Austin. There is going to be a lot of talk about Austin the … Continue reading
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Futurebirds Interview :: SXSW
There are many bands that I am excited to see this next week when Austin is taken over by hordes of music fans and crazies for SXSW. But, I am most excited to see Futurebirds, not only do they have … Continue reading
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Jeff Tweedy :: Solo Show
March 12 and 13: Jeff Tweedy Solo Show – Benefit Concert for Chicago Youth Scholarships at The Vic in Chicago. All tickets are now $50. The above poster is also available for purchase, what an awesome design by the kiddos … Continue reading
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The Loom :: SXSW :: Interview
My friend Joanne lives in Dublin and she knows good music. She was kind enough to put me in touch with a band called The Loom who she is friends with from back in her days in South Bend. The … Continue reading
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Surfer Blood : Schuba’s : Fotos
Surfer Blood put on a stellar show last night to a sold out crowd at Schuba’s in Chicago. A night full of energy, rambling riffs, and an audience that could not get enough. My ears are still ringing. Check back … Continue reading
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Chicago Shows :: March
Chicago Shows in March (above picture by Chris Parish) 3.11.10 We were promised Jetpacks, Bear Hands, The Lonely Forest, Lincoln Hall 3.12.10 Vivian Girls, Subterranean 3.13.10 RJD2 Metro / Smart Bar 3.13.10 Ben Sollee and Daniel Martin Moore, Schuba’s 3.15.10 … Continue reading
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Guest Writer : Chris Panoff : Video : Letter to Scarlett
By: Chris Panoff Is this new news, not entirely. Is this good stuff, entirely. Pete Yorn + Scarlett Johansson make for an awesome pair. In September of 2009, the duo released an album called “Break Up”, which is no doubt … Continue reading
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The Strange Boys / Be Brave
I am really digging this sound lately. A vintage janglin’ tune from The Strange Boys straight outta Austin, Texas off their album Be Brave that was released just a few weeks ago. Catch The Strange Boys at SXSW in Austin … Continue reading
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The Morning Benders, Big Echo, released today
Big things are happening for this Berkeley, California group. Purchase Big Echo here via iTunes. This makes for a groovy spring break album, if you are into that sorta thing (I hope you are). The Morning Benders- Excuses The Morning … Continue reading
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Cults / Go Outside : Free EP
I’m not into Cults but I am into this song. Perfect for a brand new week. A catchy, little tune. Download their three song EP here. You snooze you lose on their debut (7″ vinyl) via Forest Family Records. All … Continue reading
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Band of Horses Unveil Cover
I usually do not get excited about a band unveiling their cover art, but for Band of Horses I make an exception. Their new album will be released May 18, I am still waiting to hear who will replace their … Continue reading
William Eggleston’s Album Covers
By: Annie Sturgis There seems to be something about William Eggleston’s photographs that artists are drawn to for their album covers. From Radio City’s Big Star to Chuck Prophet’s Age of Miracles to The Derek Trucks Band’s Soul Serenade, Eggleston’s … Continue reading
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Fruit Bats Tonight :: Chicago :: Lincoln Hall : Listen
The Fruit Bats come back to Chicago tonight and are playing Lincoln Hall. I am excited to see them once again. I saw the boys back in September when they had just released The Ruminant Band, their latest album which … Continue reading
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Music from France, Mailbag, Leica
It is not everyday I receive an email from France. After Simon initially contacted me, I wrote him back telling him I especially enjoyed one of the tracks he sent me titled Leica. His letter: Bonjour monsieur Chris Parish, First … Continue reading
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Wilco Tango Foxtrot via Lagunitas
Thanks to Harmon Drive reader Gianpaolo Elena of Brescia, Italy for the heads up on this new Wilco brew. Lagunitas Brewery, in California calls this “A big Ol’ Imperial Brown Ale to help you with your slipperly slide on into … Continue reading
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Band of Horses Announce May 18 Release for 3rd LP
Harmon Drive will be counting down the days. Listen to an unreleased track by Band of Horses titled Laredo via HD here. Also, Sub Pop will not release the new Band of Horses album. Hmmm.
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