Archive for January, 2008
Forgotten Treasure - Martin Newell
In 1993, musician/author/poet Martin Newell teamed up with Andy Partridge of XTC and released a truly remarkable CD - “The Greatest Living Englishman.” Newell began his musical career in 1973, as lead singer for the ill-fated glam-rock band Plod. Plod was signed by an independent label in 1975, but the album they were in the [...]
Coachella Festival Announces 2008 Lineup
Festival organizers capped off an already incredible lineup of talent for this year’s festival by announcing yesterday that the festival will be closed by Roger Waters and his band, performing the Pink Floyd opus “Dark Side of the Moon” in its entirety. The festival, now in its eighth year has ascended to the top of [...]
Heath Ledger Bows Out
The passing of Australian born actor Heath Ledger Tuesday saddens. Given the rash of incredible talent that audiences have embraced from Australia, Ledger had the distinction of recognition in the United States in a shorter period than that of his equally talented Australian peers.
The 28 year old actor’s death is being contributed to [...]
New Music 1/23/08
The Mountain Goats - Lovecraft In Brooklyn
Editors - Smokers Outside The Hospital Doors
The Acorns - Hold Your Breath
City Sleeps - Just Another Day
Cocoon - Owls
The Spill Canvas - Reckless Adandonment
Bre Loughlin - Joy Kill
Crash My Model Car - In Dreams
Edison Glass - Without A Sound
British Sea Power - Lights Out For Darker Skies
Son Of A Crowded House
Named by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the 10 artists to watch in 2008, Liam Finn will nevertheless release his solo debut record next week as a relatively unknown artist - although it’s his relatives that most long time alternative listeners will be instantly familiar with. Liam is the 24 year old son of [...]
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