Today is release day for Suddenly by Caribou. I have been super excited for this drop since the pre-release of the Never Come Back EP. Here’s a Spotify link for you to listen along. Sister: Opening on a poignant note. Emotional and not beat-heavy. Wonder if this is the direction for the whole album. YouContinue reading “First Listen: Suddenly by Caribou”
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The Keys to Music Discovery
This post is in response to a YouTube video where a guitar teacher reacts to seeing Phish perform the song Free: The video clocks in over 32 minutes but it’s well worth watching. In case you don’t have time, the important parts are that this is the YouTuber’s first time seeing Phish live and itContinue reading “The Keys to Music Discovery”
Music of the Moment – Valentine’s Day edition
A quick-hit on what I am listening to recently. On Circles by Caspian is an awesome post-rock album that covers a lot of ground. I hear ambient, shoegaze, and metal in the tracks here. I’ve already played this one end-to-end over a half dozen times; it’s that good! The Slow Rush by Tame Impala wasContinue reading “Music of the Moment – Valentine’s Day edition”
KEXP: Music Heals: Beyond Cancer
KEXP is a treasure. Musically speaking, the DJs deliver a love for music, new and old, that is infectious and inspiring. They bring a sense of discovery and appreciation that gets you excited to listen. I spend most of my day listening and I struggle to decide between listening to the shows to learn aboutContinue reading “KEXP: Music Heals: Beyond Cancer”
Happy International Clash Day
Seven years ago, John Richards, a KEXP DJ, inadvertently created International Clash Day. The legend goes that he was playing a lot of songs by The Clash one day and said “fuck it!” and named the day ICD. It stuck and now is in its seventh year! Today is Clash for Climate which adds anotherContinue reading “Happy International Clash Day”
My Top Ten Albums of 2019
It’s a little bit past the season of “Best Of” lists but indulge me. To be honest, the list I wrote in December is now outdated and I’m much more firm with my top ten list for last year. I don’t know if it was just me paying more attention than usual or not, butContinue reading “My Top Ten Albums of 2019”
Magical pairing: The Clash x Big Audio Dynamite
Samples are awesome! I’ve gotta give a hat-tip to Kevin Cole @ KEXP for showing me this one. It starts out with a classic punk-rock staple that we all know: This is released in 1982, at the tail-end of The Clash’s arc. The song was the US single topping the release Combat Rock. The nextContinue reading “Magical pairing: The Clash x Big Audio Dynamite”
Exploring Rule the World by Michael Kiwanuka
I was lucky enough to see Michael Kiwanuka play live this week and it was a moving experience that has stuck with me even days later. One song in particular resonated with me, Rule the World. Check it out at one of these, I’ll sit tight while you listen: YouTube link to live session SpotifyContinue reading “Exploring Rule the World by Michael Kiwanuka”
Quick Take: Michael Kiwanuka @ Showbox – Jan 29
This was my reaction sent to John @ KEXP the morning after seeing this show: John – So many things can get in the way of “it”. Sometimes the people behind you are talking too loudly. Sometimes there’s not enough room to dance. The venue is too hot or too cold. The sound isn’t quiteContinue reading “Quick Take: Michael Kiwanuka @ Showbox – Jan 29”
I am Galt 