New Music- Talk to Me!

[Masterofreality]

Always on the lookout for new, creative stuff, and it is becoming increasingly hard to find.

I really like The Suburbs by Arcade Fire (not a bad song in the bunch- and very eclectic with no derivative tunes) but that is now almost a year old. Johnny Marr has been playing with the Cribs recently. The Strokes have a new album out that is interesting.

Talk to me and let me know what is fresh. And, no, please no Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Despite his attempts to be a rock star, he's a better Nascar driver- barely.

[BBC 08]

The Weeknd - House of Balloons

[Ledgewood]

Golfitup Cody got me into the band Dawes. It's pretty delicious. Kinda remind me of the band but like... newer and young. Good times. They got two records out, both good.

I've been relistening to the Alternative Routes record Good and Reckless and True again recently. It's an awesome overall listen. You most likely don't know who they are. Also, if you're into stuff known as alt-coutnry rock and roll, try Columbus-based Matthew Hoover's record Talking to Ghosts. I love it.


OH YEAH, and Tom Evanchuck. He's really really really good.

[Titanxman04]

If rap is your thing...

Honestly, don't usually listen to much of it, but this one artist, is pretty sweet.

Childish Gambino.

go to iamdonald.com, and you can download all his music for free. Donald Glover is his real name. He's a comedian and a writer on NBC. He stars on the NBC show Community, and used to write for 30 Rock.

He's a little vulgar, but also has some good lyrics.

[BBC 08]

If rap is your thing...

Honestly, don't usually listen to much of it, but this one artist, is pretty sweet.

Childish Gambino.

go to iamdonald.com, and you can download all his music for free. Donald Glover is his real name. He's a comedian and a writer on NBC. He stars on the NBC show Community, and used to write for 30 Rock.

He's a little vulgar, but also has some good lyrics.

Start with his I Am Just a Rapper albums (1 and 2), then go to his most recent called EP and then follow it up with last years Culdesac.

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per Flavorwire.....



10 Underrated 2011 Albums You Need to Hear






http://flavorwire.com/190957/10-underrated-2011-albums-you-need-to-hear

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per MetaCritic.....


List of Highest Ranking Albums (MetaScore) of 2011 so far.....






http://www.metacritic.com/browse/albums/score/metascore/year?sort=desc&view=condensed

[chico]

If you like the pop/electric sound of the 80's I'd recommend Adventures in Space and Time by The Apples in Stereo. It came out last year but it's still new to me.

Another one I'd recommend that came out last year is Intriguer by Crowded House.

[Ledgewood]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9HVf5mM4jM

[Ledgewood]

Anthony da Costa. Young dude from NY. REALLY good singer/songwriter. Had the pleasure of opening for him in Cleveland. He is super good and has gotten really good reviews. Don't know who to compare him to. But spend the 10 spot on iTunes and buy his album Not Afraid Of Nothing (http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/not-afraid-of-nothing/id331419953). For realsies. If you don't like it I'll make a video of myself punching myself in the face and I'll send it to you. It's got some really really good tracks on it. My faves are 'If You Want It', 'Love Is Not Enough', 'Maybe I Should Lie', 'I Am Way Too Much', and 'For A While'. Just buy the whole record, ya cheapskate. Sheesh. I am so sick of arguing. Why can't we just have a normal conversation anymore? I really don't think this is working out. Maybe we should take some time apart. It's not you, it's me... I don't like you.

[Smails]

For those of you who like the Southern rock, bluesy sound...think (North Mississippi All Stars) check out the Sheepdogs.

For straight rock and roll I think the new (newer) Foo Fighters album Wasting Light is strong as hell.

[Masterofreality]

Anthony da Costa. Young dude from NY. REALLY good singer/songwriter. Had the pleasure of opening for him in Cleveland.

Despite your incoherent rambling about some narcissistic tendencies late in your original post, give me a heads up when you are playing or "opening" for someone again in Cleveburg.

I need a live music fix, since the last show I went to was to see the consumate musician Bruce Hornsby. Gawd I wish I could play piano like that dude.

[Ledgewood]

Despite your incoherent rambling about some narcissistic tendencies late in your original post, give me a heads up when you are playing or "opening" for someone again in Cleveburg.

I need a live music fix, since the last show I went to was to see the consumate musician Bruce Hornsby. Gawd I wish I could play piano like that dude.

Well I can say that on August 12 my little band called The Smug Saints is playing in Lakewood at a place called Merry Arts. We like to party and usually multiply our allotted bar tab by 3 or 4.

[pizza delivery]

Try the Moondoggies (http://www.myspace.com/themoondoggies/music/songs/old-hound-33665220), MOR.

[Nigel Tufnel]

My Morning Jacket isn't everyone's cup of tea, but I like their new CD Circuital. It takes a couple of listens, but they offer a variety of different sounds throughout the CD.

On a side note, MMJ is coming to Riverbend on August 17th. Whether you like their studio work or not, they are exceptional live and I would suggest anyone give them a chance live, especially if you have nothing better to do on a Wednesday night in August.

[GuyFawkes38]

I like track #2:

http://soundcloud.com/wait-what/sets/the-notorious-xx

You can basically put BIG on any track and make it sound awesome:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpOOYK8oIOY

[BBC 08]

Toro y Moi.

He/they are going to be a MPMF this year in Sept and you all need to go to this show. Saw him/them last night here in Nashville and they straight up killed it. Best show I've been to in a while. Two albums are currently out, Causers of This and Underneath the Pine, get them both and you will not be disappointed.

[sirthought]

Most won't say this is new, but R.E.M.'s Life's Rich Pageant has been remastered this year and should be part of everyone's library. Talk about a stellar album that rocks.

If you like acoustic-y stuff...

- (Right from Cold Spring KY) Daniel Martin Moore, In the cool of the day
- (One of the band's I've enjoyed more recently) The Civil Wars, Barton Hollow
- Jessica Lea Mayfield, Tell Me (go to her show, compliment her, and you might get lucky *wink* she's playing at MPMF)
- Ha Ha Tonka, Death of a Decade (more americana)

If you like awesome indie rock...

- Tapes 'n Tapes, Outside (These guys are great live BTW)
- Gomez, Whatever's on your mind
- Destroyer, Kaputt (from Dan Bejar, one of the songwriters in New Pornographers)
- Cake, Showroom of Compassion


If you like clean, songwriter pop...

- Adele, 21 (it just kind of sucks cuz it's getting over saturated.)
- Teddy Thompson, Bella (not as crazy as his dad, but still writes catchy pop tunes)
- The Feelies, Here Before (this would have been punk years ago, no longer)
- The Cars, Move Like This (only heard one song but loved it)


If you like heady, know it's good, but not sure why stuff...

- PJ Harvey, Let England Shake
- Kurt Elling, The Gate (gotta have one jazz album here)
- Noah and the Whale, Last Night on Earth
- The High Llamas, Talahomi Way


I also really dig that newer band from England, The Joy Formidable, who will also be playing at MPMF in September. Lots of good music this year.

[Masterofreality]

Well I can say that on August 12 my little band called The Smug Saints is playing in Lakewood at a place called Merry Arts. We like to party and usually multiply our allotted bar tab by 3 or 4.

Nice. I'm there. I know the Merry Arts well.....

At times a little tooooooooo well.

[vee4xu]

Try both Ferocious Few and Yuck on for size.

[BBC 08]

PUJOL out of Nashville. Just signed to Saddle Creek Records.

[Ledgewood]

Nice. I'm there. I know the Merry Arts well.....

At times a little tooooooooo well.

So can I hold you to this? Will there be a MOR sighting at Merry Arts this Friday?!?!!

[xu95]

I am really liking Mumford and Sons.

xu95

[Porkopolis]

I am really liking Mumford and Sons.

xu95

I am addicted to Sigh No More. They'e been testing out material for their new album on their summer tour so it shouldn't be long now!

[Ledgewood]

New Red Wanting Blue drops in about a month.

New Ryan Adams October 11 (http://www.twentyfourbit.com/post/8411241022/ryan-adams-announces-ashes-fire-info).

I am excited and stuff.

[DWXU23]

Kendrick Lamar-Section80
If you like Hip-Hop, this is one of the best albums this year.

[Juice]

Kendrick Lamar-Section80
If you like Hip-Hop, this is one of the best albums this year.

Until today...Watch The Throne

But yes I agree. He is very good.

[DWXU23]

Until today...Watch The Throne

But yes I agree. He is very good.
Waiting til Friday for the physical copies of Watch the Throne but of course it will be great.
I would also recommend Big K.R.I.T- Return of 4eva to anyone who hasn't heard it.

[vee4xu]

Two good songs to check out: Girls - Vomit and Dum Dum Girls - Coming Down

Both are relatively new bands.

So you are not surprised, Girls is a guy band from SF.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Girls_(band)

Dum Dum Girls also from CA.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dum_Dum_Girls

[Ledgewood]

This girl is FANTASTIC.

Was helping my pal cut up his Irish band's live album at a local recording studio and as the entire disc was finishing we stepped into an awesome hot dog and music bar called The Happy Dog for a Guiness and a whiskey and saw this girl performing. Wonderful, unique voice and I really dug her songs. Please give it a listen.

http://www.reverbnation.com/c/fr7/artist_855772?eid=A855772_9499352_38286010&fsc=29cfec97163&action_code=opt_in#!/leahlouthe2leftshoes

[LutherRackleyRulez]

December = "Best of 2011 lists"...


MetaCritic 2011 Highest Score List.....



http://www.metacritic.com/browse/albums/score/metascore/year?sort=desc&view=condensed




U have any new CDs/bands to check out???

[Porkopolis]

December = "Best of 2011 lists"...


MetaCritic 2011 Highest Score List.....



http://www.metacritic.com/browse/albums/score/metascore/year?sort=desc&view=condensed




U have any new CDs/bands to check out???










Man, that list is chock full of reissues. By the way, I love the avatar!

[Ledgewood]

http://soundcloud.com/fanaticpro/sets/red-wanting-blue-from-the-vanishing-point

This is the new Red Wanting Blue album 'From the Vanishing Point' streaming. It comes out in January I think.

[Fred Garvin 2.0]

I know I'm late to the party but I really like Bon Iver's Forever Emma as background music for pretty much anything. I'd call it "ambient" but that makes it sound like Brian Eno or that NPR Echoes show.

[Ledgewood]

http://welistenforyou.blogspot.com/2012/01/required-listen-houndmouth.html

Check out Golfitup's brother's new band. They're, uhh, really good. Like no jokings.

[pizza delivery]

http://welistenforyou.blogspot.com/2012/01/required-listen-houndmouth.html

Check out Golfitup's brother's new band. They're, uhh, really good. Like no jokings.

I likings!

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Santa graced me with 2 excellent CDs...



#1. PJ Harvey - Let England Shake (2011)

***2011 Mercury Music Prize --- Album of the Year



http://www.metacritic.com/music/let-england-shake



#2. PJ Harvey - The Peel Sessions 19991 - 2004 (2006)



http://www.metacritic.com/music/the-peel-sessions-1991-2004



Polly Jean is sweetly rockin' my world!

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per Meta Critic....



2011 Music Critic Top Ten Lists

Critics pick the best albums of 2011....




1 Let England Shake by PJ Harvey
2 21 by Adele
3 Bon Iver by Bon Iver
4 whokill by tUnE-yArDs
5 Strange Mercy by St. Vincent
6 Watch the Throne by Jay-Z and Kanye West
7 House of Balloons by The Weeknd
8 Helplessness Blues by Fleet Foxes
9 Take Care by Drake
10 Black Up by Shabazz Palaces 3 1 17 28





http://www.metacritic.com/feature/music-critic-top-ten-lists-best-albums-of-2011?tag=supplementary-nav;article;3

[MuskieFan151]

This isn't brand new music, but An Endless Sporadic released their self-titled debut album in 2009. It's not a strech to call them one of the best progressive rock bands in the past ten years. Think of Rush but with keyboards. All instrumental.

[GuyFawkes38]

There seems to be a lot of solid Canadian bands out there (The New Pornographers, Stars, Feist, etc...). How did Montreal become such a hotbed for talent.

And thank you Ford for making me aware of this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_p_MvePxC4w).

[Bylarkin Rulz]

I don't know if this band has been brought to anyone's attention, but it is a travesty of a sham of a mockery if they have not. Maybe they have been mentioned on another thread, but I will press on anyway.

The National

I believe they are made up of 4 homegrown boys that have relocated to Brooklyn. Two are twins and went to Elder and a third, Matt Berninger, went to high school at St. X and was a year ahead of me. You can't go wrong with any one of their last three albums: Alligator, Boxer and High Violet.

I don't know if they haven't been mentioned on this thread because their last album came out one and a half years ago, but I am still going to give them high praise. One of the best indie bands going.

"I was carried to Ohio in a swarm of bees; I'll never marry but Ohio don't remember me."

Also, one of my favorite lyrics bar none:

"I still owe money to the money to the money I owe."

[Masterofreality]

http://welistenforyou.blogspot.com/2012/01/required-listen-houndmouth.html

Check out Golfitup's brother's new band. They're, uhh, really good. Like no jokings.

Hey, I wanna see and hear. Penitentiary is really good. Very "Band" ish.

They gonna tour anytime soon?

How about a double bill with Ledgewood's band at Nighttown or HOB up here in Cleveburgh?

[Porkopolis]

I love The National. Great Cincinnati band that never forgets they are from Cincinnati. They are amazing live; I highly recommend the Deluxe Edition of High Violet that features live recordings of some of the best songs from that album.


I don't know if this band has been brought to anyone's attention, but it is a travesty of a sham of a mockery if they have not. Maybe they have been mentioned on another thread, but I will press on anyway.

The National

I believe they are made up of 4 homegrown boys that have relocated to Brooklyn. Two are twins and went to Elder and a third, Matt Berninger, went to high school at St. X and was a year ahead of me. You can't go wrong with any one of their last three albums: Alligator, Boxer and High Violet.

I don't know if they haven't been mentioned on this thread because their last album came out one and a half years ago, but I am still going to give them high praise. One of the best indie bands going.

"I was carried to Ohio in a swarm of bees; I'll never marry but Ohio don't remember me."

Also, one of my favorite lyrics bar none:

"I still owe money to the money to the money I owe."

[Muskie]

I just turned on The National on Spotify. (Deluxe Edition). If I have a bad morning. I'm holding this whole board accountable.

[Ledgewood]

Hey, I wanna see and hear. Penitentiary is really good. Very "Band" ish.

They gonna tour anytime soon?

How about a double bill with Ledgewood's band at Nighttown or HOB up here in Cleveburgh?

From what I hear, they are in talks of some form to get something of a record deal, or whatever they call them these days. So we'll probably get to hear more of them before them man takes 'em for everything their worth.

Ledgewood's band still plays at bars like Merry Arts this Saturday for a few hundred bucks and free beers.

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per Village Voice....


Pazz + Jop 2011.....



1 tUnE-yArDs, w h o k i l l

2 PJ Harvey, Let England Shake

3 Jay-Z and Kanye West, Watch the Throne

4 Wild Flag, Wild Flag

5 Tom Waits, Bad As Me

6 Adele, 21

7 Destroyer, Kaputt

8 Drake, Take Care

9 Bon Iver, Bon Iver

10 Shabazz Palaces, Black Up

11 Fucked Up, David Comes to Life

12 St. Vincent, Strange Mercy

13 The Weeknd, House of Balloons

14 Paul Simon, So Beautiful or So What

15 EMA, Past Life Martyred Saints

16 Frank Ocean, Nostalgia, Ultra

17 The Roots, Undun

18 Fleet Foxes, Helplessness Blues

19 M83, Hurry Up, We're Dreaming

20 Kurt Vile, Smoke Ring for My Halo








http://www.villagevoice.com/pazznjop/albums/2011/

[Cincypunk.org]

I just turned on The National on Spotify. (Deluxe Edition). If I have a bad morning. I'm holding this whole board accountable.

Spotify is awesome. I love it and have found so much new music thanks to it.

BTW, here is my contribution:

Bomb the Music Industry "Vacation"

DIY coming into its own.

[BBC 08]

Finally got Jamie xx's remix of Gil Scott-Heron's "I'm New Here." It's called "We're New Here" and I would say is a must listen. Jamie does a great job with what GSH did.

[ArizonaXUGrad]

Guys, I am hitting up the second weekend of Coachella this year and will report back who I see. I am pumped for Florence and the Machine but am pretty open after that.

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Finally got Jamie xx's remix of Gil Scott-Heron's "I'm New Here." It's called "We're New Here" and I would say is a must listen. Jamie does a great job with what GSH did.

bbc,

I have GSH's "I'm New Here" -- look forward to picking up J xx's re-mix.




GSH is the man!
http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/music/Pix/pictures/2010/2/2/1265101523796/Gil-Scott-Heron-002.jpg

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per Brooklyn Vegan....



***Leonard Cohen has new release on 1/31/12 --- Old Ideas***





new Leonard Cohen
(listen to 3 songs from the new album)



Leonard Cohen is releasing his first album since 2004's Dear Heather this month. The album, titled Old Ideas, comes out January 31 via Columbia (currently up for pre-order at Leonard Cohen's webstore). That's the cover art above. Towards the end of last year, he revealed the piano-led, "Show Me the Place." He followed that with the album's second single, "Darkness," a smokey blues tune that fits eerily well with Cohen's aged voice. The most recent offering from the album is the whispered ballad, "Going Home," which The New Yorker posted along with a poem, which is also the song's lyrics. Listen to all three songs and check out the album's full tracklist, below...



Old Ideas Tracklist:
1 Going Home
2 Amen
3 Show Me the Place
4 The Darkness
5 Anyhow
6 Crazy to Love You
7 Come Healing
8 Banjo
9 Lullaby
10 Different Sides








http://www.brooklynvegan.com/archives/2012/01/new_leonard_coh.html

[Kahns Krazy]

Spotify is awesome. I love it and have found so much new music thanks to it.
.

It appears that the artists that have partnered with Spotify find it far less awesome.

I haven't used it yet. Is the primary difference between Spotify and Pandora the number of indie artists in the library?

[BBC 08]

I refuse to use Spotify because I don't want it integrated with my facebook account.

[Masterofreality]

bbc,

I have GSH's "I'm New Here" -- look forward to picking up J xx's re-mix.




GSH is the man!
http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/music/Pix/pictures/2010/2/2/1265101523796/Gil-Scott-Heron-002.jpg







A counterculture classic.

The Revolution will not be Televised- but Xavier Basketball will.

[Nigel Tufnel]

I don't know if this band has been brought to anyone's attention, but it is a travesty of a sham of a mockery if they have not. Maybe they have been mentioned on another thread, but I will press on anyway.

The National

I believe they are made up of 4 homegrown boys that have relocated to Brooklyn. Two are twins and went to Elder and a third, Matt Berninger, went to high school at St. X and was a year ahead of me. You can't go wrong with any one of their last three albums: Alligator, Boxer and High Violet.

I don't know if they haven't been mentioned on this thread because their last album came out one and a half years ago, but I am still going to give them high praise. One of the best indie bands going.

"I was carried to Ohio in a swarm of bees; I'll never marry but Ohio don't remember me."

Also, one of my favorite lyrics bar none:

"I still owe money to the money to the money I owe."

Never heard of em....;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5KLB_a93_A&feature=related

Was there...and twas epic.

On a side note, if you haven't seen Warrior yet, its pretty entertaining. Not good...but entertaining. The movie starts with Start A War by the National and ends with About Today by The National. About Today....one of my all time favorites.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmDfQDUPer8

If you are a National fan, youtube search "The National Oakland" and watch their entire concert in black and white. Incredible sound and video quality. Worth checking out.

Edit: Think You Can Wait is also at the end of the movie "Win, Win." Another good movie and great use of The National.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-nXlmiIg2s&feature=related

In Cincinnati, no less.....

Edit 2: You get Sufjan to sing back up for you on national television, you are legit....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5C2WVCruPM&feature=related

[Nigel Tufnel]

I just turned on The National on Spotify. (Deluxe Edition). If I have a bad morning. I'm holding this whole board accountable.

Well? What did you think? Have to know if you had a bad morning...The National doesn't really make you think of butterflies and unicorns...but its still good music.

[Muskie]

Well? What did you think? Have to know if you had a bad morning...The National doesn't really make you think of butterflies and unicorns...but its still good music.

I'm going to give it another go I think. I listened to about half the album and then got sidetracked. Don't feel like I gave it a full chance. Today might be that day.

[GuyFawkes38]

Leonard Cohen is ridiculously underrated in the US. IMHO, better than Dylan.

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per NPR.....

All of Leonard Cohen's new CD 'Old Ideas' is steaming for free on NPR....



http://www.npr.org/2012/01/22/145340430/first-listen-leonard-cohen-old-ideas




First Listen: Leonard Cohen, 'Old Ideas'



In a recent public conversation with fellow rock bard Jarvis Cocker about the new recording Old Ideas, Leonard Cohen answered the younger man's suggestion that his songs are "penitential hymns" (a phrase Cohen himself employs in his new song "Come Healing") with jocular humility. "I'm not sure what that means, to be honest," Cohen reportedly replied. He continued, "Who's to blame in this catastrophe? I never figured that out."

The catastrophe he mentions is life itself — a description Cohen probably picked up from a fictional character he admires, Zorba the Greek, who embraced the "full catastrophe" of a well-connected, joyfully physical existence. The Buddhist teacher Jon Kabat-Zinn has also borrowed it for a book title, which is relevant, since Cohen's writing is famously philosophical, connecting his Jewish heritage to years of Zen meditation and an enduring existentialist bent.

But this spiritual master is a sensualist, too: His artistry is grounded in the careful examination of how the body and the soul interact. Old Ideas, his 12th studio album, was recorded after a triumphant world tour that had Cohen performing three-hour shows night after night — no mean feat for a man in his late 70s. It throbs with that life, its verses rife with zingers and painful confessions, and its music sounds more richly varied than anything Cohen has done in years.

Its depth comes in the tenderness and refined passion Cohen brings to his thorough descriptions of being human — a state in which pain and failure dance with transcendence and bliss, as he growls in harmony with his angelic backup singers in the beautiful "Come Healing," "The heart beneath is teaching to the broken heart above."

Old Ideas provides plenty of new lines like that, worthy of a Quotable Cohen anthology. (My favorite right now is from the folksy waltz "Crazy to Love You": "Crazy has places to hide in that are deeper than any goodbye.") But what makes this album special is its sound, which steps back from the synthesizer-heavy arrangements dominant on Cohen's other late-period work and explores a range of styles, from countrypolitan twang to gypsy jazz to Dylanesque blues.

Bobby Zimmerman, in fact, is a clear reference point throughout Old Ideas. At times, it seems like a response to Time Out of Mind, the 1997 release that marked the beginning of Dylan's epic lion-in-winter phase. (That he was only 57 when he made it shows how long a pop star's old age can last.) Like that album, Old Ideas contemplates mortality in the bitter light of failed romance; it fearlessly broaches emotional extremes while still dropping the wisdom of an elder who should know better. "The Darkness," with its funky undertow, and "Banjo," an easy talking blues, are especially Dylanesque, with Cohen adding tartness to his own gravelly growl and his band getting into a loose Americana groove.

In the end, of course, Leonard Cohen remains his own man, with a unique sound that brings the temple to the cabaret and a sensibility balancing humor and profundity on the crystal stem of a glass filled with red wine of an ideal vintage. In "Going Home," whose words were recently featured in The New Yorker by poetry editor Paul Muldoon, Cohen's inner spirit pokes fun at his pop-star self: "He's a lazy bastard living in a suit," the enlightened voice says. But you know what? That suit still fits, and the cut is perfection.

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per Brokelyn.com...





Which music streaming site rocks hardest?


Maybe you’ve been enjoying the era of all-you-can-pirate music and how plugged in to the culture it makes you feel. Problem is, now you’re running out of hard drive space and you just know everyone’s going to be talking about how bad Lana Del Rey’s debut album really is when it comes out in two weeks. The Internet, as usual, can fix your problem with its variety of big-music sanctioned streaming sites, which have popped up like mushrooms now that all those labels are getting a cut of the action. Which one is the best? We compared free and paid plans at Spotify, Grooveshark, Pandora, Rdio and Rhapsody. Read on to find out which one wins.






http://www.brokelyn.com/spotify-rhapsody-rdio-pandora-grooveshark-review/

[LutherRackleyRulez]

Per Flavorpill....






10 Albums You Need to Hear in February







http://flavorwire.com/254538/10-albums-you-need-to-hear-in-february

[Muskie]

New to me at least:

Gary Clark Jr.

[Ledgewood]

Whatever happened to knights? We live in an age where guys like Elton John and Paul McCartney have been knighted. We used to have guys like Lancelot killing hundreds of warriors and banging the kings younger hot wife. Now we have gay pianists and old Beatles. I feel like if we ever get attacked by a dragon and he captures Kate Middleton, we're totally screwed.

[BBC 08]

Oldie by Odd Future. Is on their newest mixtape that came out the other day. Even if you don't like Odd Future listen to this song. It is one of their best and really showcases their talent.

[LadyMuskie]

Whatever happened to knights? We live in an age where guys like Elton John and Paul McCartney have been knighted. We used to have guys like Lancelot killing hundreds of warriors and banging the kings younger hot wife. Now we have gay pianists and old Beatles. I feel like if we ever get attacked by a dragon and he captures Kate Middleton, we're totally screwed.

Kate Middleton doesn't need a knight. She'd kick that dragon's ass all by herself :cool: She's a modern princess!

[Masterofreality]

By the way:

Old Uriah Heep is awesome.

Hey, it might be new to somebody.

Alison Krause and Union Station is in Cleveburgh tonight. Screw the Final 4.

[joebba]

The video is a bit creepy, but hey the band's name is Abe Vigoda!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcYbGgUxTq0

[vee4xu]

Dandy Warhols - great song is Bohemian Like You, among many others. They have been around since the mid-90's, but they rock.

[vee4xu]

Also, give M83 a shot.

[vee4xu]

I refuse to use Spotify because I don't want it integrated with my facebook account.

I use it without fouling up either my Facebook or iTunes accounts. Just downloaded onto my iMac and started using it. I have to endure some occasional commercials, but that's better than having it integrated with everything else.

[X Factor]

The Wooden Sky - Every Child a Daughter, Every Moon a Sun

Delta Spirit - Delta Spirit

Phosphorescent - Here's to Taking it Easy

The Deep Dark Woods - The Place I Left Behind

Josh Ritter (everything, but start with Animal Years)

Southeast Engine - Canary

Waters - Out in the Light

[bobbiemcgee]

Something for the old farts:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006ZMN40A/ref=pe_162200_23314210_snp_dp

[BBC 08]

Just got the new Dr. John album that was produced by Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys. Hell of an album. Must get for music lovers.

[Ledgewood]

http://www.americansongwriter.com/2012/04/stream-anthony-da-costas-secret-handshake/

This is Anthony da Costa's new record called Secret Handshake. It's the most rock&rolly record he's made. I really really really like it. It's very good. Stream it on that link I posted there right above these here words down here. Then go to iTunes and buy it for ten buckaroos. It's so gooooood. And this kid's only 21. I'm jealous.

[Ledgewood]

This Friday at the Taft Theater Ballroom my good buddy and talented super musician Tom Evanchuck is going to be opening up for Cincinnati's own Magnolia Mountain. It's going to be a fun time. I mean I'm gonna go. So is golfitup. I'm pretty sure that we're going to drink some cold beers. There's also apparently gonna be some dancin'.


http://www.tafttheatre.org/cmlib/event.php?eventid=374

[Pluto]

Saw Gotye the other night and I was really impressed. I have listened to his stuff beyond his big hit and liked it but his live show took it to another level. Walked in not expecting much and left a big fan.

Saw Naked and Famous tonight and they were one of the tightest acts I have seen in awhile. I caught part of their show at Lollapalooza and liked it but the show they put on tonight really showed their full range.

[nuts4xu]

Saw Naked and Famous tonight and they were one of the tightest acts I have seen in awhile.

My favorite woman....naked, famous, and TIGHT!!

Giggity Giggity Goo!

[BBC 08]

TV Girl just released a new mixtape on the Greedhead imprint yesterday. I'd say it's a must get for the summer.

http://stereogum.com/1022932/download-tv-girls-the-wild-the-innocent-the-tv-shuffle-mixtape-stereogum-premiere/mp3s/

[Muskie]

Just booked tickets to Hugh Laurie and the Copper Bottom Band.

[Roach]

My favorite new albums at the moment:

1) Young the Giant by Young the Giant. It's a fantastic debut albut from this Bay area quintet. Hard to really compare them to anyone in particular. It's alternative rock, but with indie sensibilities, with good melody. "My Body" and "Cough Syrup" have gotten some mainstream radio play. "I Got" is my favorite track. I'm hooked on the whole album, though.

2) Strangeland by Keane. Just when I was about to give up on Keane for experiementing too heavily with weird British synth-pop garbage, they return to their Brit piano-rock roots with Strangeland. It's a welcome return, and a long album at 16 tracks (Deluxe version). Great, great album. "Disconnected" and "Neon River" are my favorites.

3) Landline by Greg Laswell. Anyone unfamiliar with the San Diego singer-songwriter's music needs to check him out. He's best known for a slow, melancholic version of "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun", but that song pales in comparison to his original music. He wrote his recent album, Landline, with his wife, Ingrid Michaelson, also a well known singer-songwriter. Stand out tracks are "Come Back Down", "Dragging You Around", and "New Year's Eve". On prior albums, be sure to give "Comes and Goes (in Waves)", "The One I Love", "Days Go On", and "Sing, Theresa Says" a listen. Also, he released a haunting version of "Into the Mystic" as a single. Most Van Morrison purists will probably dismiss it, but it's one of my favorite songs of all time, and most certainly my favorite cover. In my book, a cover is only worthy of a listen if it adds something new to the song or changes it in an effective and pleasing way. Laswell's "Into the Mystic" certainly qualifies in my book.

[Masterofreality]

Just booked tickets to Hugh Laurie and the Copper Bottom Band.

They'll show up only if House decides to get off the motorcycle that he's riding next to Wilson.

[Masterofreality]

Just picked up the new Garbage album- Not Your Kind of People.

Excellent. Shirley Manson and the boys still have it! They are My Kind of People.

[BBC 08]

United States of Being by PUJOL comes out in 2 weeks. I got the digital download for it last night since I preordered the vinyl and it's all I have been listening to today. Get it when it comes out if you can.

[paulxu]

I'm not investing in anything that might be related to Albert.
He has caused me enough heartburn.

[LadyMuskie]

I'm not much of a bluegrass devotee (and by that I mean, I don't really like bluegrass), but the hubby and I have recently been enjoying Steve Martin's collaborations with the Steep Canyon Rangers as well as Steve's own bluegrass album. I wish he was touring somewhere close to Cincy so we could catch one of his shows.

[Kahns Krazy]

I'm not much of a bluegrass devotee (and by that I mean, I don't really like bluegrass), but the hubby and I have recently been enjoying Steve Martin's collaborations with the Steep Canyon Rangers as well as Steve's own bluegrass album. I wish he was touring somewhere close to Cincy so we could catch one of his shows.

I had a chance to catch Steve Martin performing some of his music last year, and it was very impressive. If you like a little sample of bluegrass, I would recommend listening to Katie Laur on WNKU on Sunday evening. I find it a really realaxing way to end the weekend and get ready for the upcoming week, especially as background music to a Sunday evening dinner outdoors.

[LadyMuskie]

I had a chance to catch Steve Martin performing some of his music last year, and it was very impressive. If you like a little sample of bluegrass, I would recommend listening to Katie Laur on WNKU on Sunday evening. I find it a really realaxing way to end the weekend and get ready for the upcoming week, especially as background music to a Sunday evening dinner outdoors.

I'm jealous. The closest I've come to seeing him live is on the National Memorial Day Concert on PBS - so, not close at all. We'll check out Katie Laur Sunday night. We should have the pool up and running by then with a cooler full of beer for the hubby and mojitos for me, and some new music would be good. Thanks for the recommendation!

[Hair Club President]

I have two extra tickets to the Avett Brothers concert in Dayton on June 7th.


SOLD!

Thanks for the responses

[Ledgewood]

Here are two tracks from my band The Smug Saints recordings. We will have a 13 or so track CD out in a month or so I hope. I mean I listen to it.


http://soundcloud.com/thesmugsaints

'Gimmie Jimmy' is one I sing, 'Babe I'm Comin' To Town' is my pal Pat Mulloy singin'. The records about half and half.

[Masterofreality]

Here are two tracks from my band The Smug Saints recordings. We will have a 13 or so track CD out in a month or so I hope. I mean I listen to it.


http://soundcloud.com/thesmugsaints

'Gimmie Jimmy' is one I sing, 'Babe I'm Comin' To Town' is my pal Pat Mulloy singin'. The records about half and half.

Superb stuff. I recommend!

[Masterofreality]

By the way,

Golfitup's brother's band Houndmouth has a record deal and is getting some big time pub.

They have an EP coming out on August 27. Check it out.
Houndmouth (http://abolishconfusion.blogspot.com/2012/07/introducing-houndmouth.html)

[paulxu]

I hope that song is not about Jimmy 2X.

[chico]

Most of you younger, hipper kids have probably heard of these guys (plus their album apparently came out last year), but I really like Fitz and the Tantrums. If you haven't heard them, I highly recommend them. They are so choice.

[Thor in 204]

Most local indie pop fans know of Cincinnati's The Minor Leagues", who will be playing at the Bunbury next Friday night.

What many might not know is that the band's great 2006 album, "The Pestilence is Coming" is the basis of a musical play of the same name, which is opening next weekend at the Magic Futurebox Theater in Brooklyn. All the songs on the album are featured in the musical.

Ben Walpole, who with Patrick Helmes started the band years ago, wrote all the songs. Ben is a grad student at XU, and is a huge Xavier basketball fan who follows and contributes to our discussion boards and is a regular at the Cintas for home games.

Their most recently released album, "North College Hill" may be their best yet. There are many interesting songs on the album; I especially like "Home" (powerful), "Ghost Maps", and "Secret Codes". At Bunbury and other local venues you'll be able to hear songs from their recently recorded but not yet released album "Northside". If you like melodic, lyrical, and often emotionally rich pop music, try out The Minor Leagues, (minorleaguesmusic.com).

[Masterofreality]

Most local indie pop fans know of Cincinnati's The Minor Leagues", who will be playing at the Bunbury next Friday night.

What many might not know is that the band's great 2006 album, "The Pestilence is Coming" is the basis of a musical play of the same name, which is opening next weekend at the Magic Futurebox Theater in Brooklyn. All the songs on the album are featured in the musical.

Ben Walpole, who with Patrick Helmes started the band years ago, wrote all the songs. Ben is a grad student at XU, and is a huge Xavier basketball fan who follows and contributes to our discussion boards and is a regular at the Cintas for home games.

Their most recently released album, "North College Hill" may be their best yet. There are many interesting songs on the album; I especially like "Home" (powerful), "Ghost Maps", and "Secret Codes". At Bunbury and other local venues you'll be able to hear songs from their recently recorded but not yet released album "Northside". If you like melodic, lyrical, and often emotionally rich pop music, try out The Minor Leagues, (minorleaguesmusic.com).

Like -^

[Ledgewood]

Red Wanting Blue is on David Letterman tomorrow night (7/18).

I'm super proud of my pals for getting to this moment in their career doing it their way. Check out Ohio's own RWB on the Late show!

[GuyFawkes38]

For some reason, there seems to be a ton of talent in/from Montreal (and Canada, in general). I hate emoish music. But this is so emoish that I like it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJsL3PG40a8

Speaking of Canada, definitely not new, but I stumbled on this Rush song and love it. So retro and ridiculous, but fun: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu9Ycq64Gy4. The song/video haven't aged well, but that's part of the charm of it.

[Roach]

The Icelandic band Of Monsters and Men is on the verge of blowing up. They're steadily creeping into mainstream radio. They're the next Mumford, and very similar. Here's their signature track from their eponymous album:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghb6eDopW8I

[sirthought]

Most of you younger, hipper kids have probably heard of these guys (plus their album apparently came out last year), but I really like Fitz and the Tantrums. If you haven't heard them, I highly recommend them. They are so choice.

They put on a great show when they played 20th Century Theater last year.

[OH.X.MI]

Most local indie pop fans know of Cincinnati's The Minor Leagues", who will be playing at the Bunbury next Friday night.

What many might not know is that the band's great 2006 album, "The Pestilence is Coming" is the basis of a musical play of the same name, which is opening next weekend at the Magic Futurebox Theater in Brooklyn. All the songs on the album are featured in the musical.

Ben Walpole, who with Patrick Helmes started the band years ago, wrote all the songs. Ben is a grad student at XU, and is a huge Xavier basketball fan who follows and contributes to our discussion boards and is a regular at the Cintas for home games.

Their most recently released album, "North College Hill" may be their best yet. There are many interesting songs on the album; I especially like "Home" (powerful), "Ghost Maps", and "Secret Codes". At Bunbury and other local venues you'll be able to hear songs from their recently recorded but not yet released album "Northside". If you like melodic, lyrical, and often emotionally rich pop music, try out The Minor Leagues, (minorleaguesmusic.com).

I am a big Minor Leagues fan, had no idea about the X connection, thanks for sharing.

For anyone else into local bands, if you haven't heard of them yet check out Josh Eagle and The Harvest City and Heartless Bastards. Both getting fairly popular and have some great tunes.

[Masterofreality]

For some reason, there seems to be a ton of talent in/from Montreal (and Canada, in general). I hate emoish music. But this is so emoish that I like it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJsL3PG40a8

Speaking of Canada, definitely not new, but I stumbled on this Rush song and love it. So retro and ridiculous, but fun: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu9Ycq64Gy4. The song/video haven't aged well, but that's part of the charm of it.

Can't load the You Tube video, Go. Which Rush song is it?

[GuyFawkes38]

Can't load the You Tube video, Go. Which Rush song is it?

For some reason, the video doesn't work on mobile devices.

It's Subdivisions. I looked it up on wikipedia. Apparently they play it live a lot these days. So maybe the song has aged well. I love it. I'm beginning to realize that there's more to Rush than Tom Sawyer and the Working Man.

[Masterofreality]

For some reason, the video doesn't work on mobile devices.

It's Subdivisions. I looked it up on wikipedia. Apparently they play it live a lot these days. So maybe the song has aged well. I love it. I'm beginning to realize that there's more to Rush than Tom Sawyer and the Working Man.

Ah, yes. Subdivisions. I likely....a lot.

The best thing about the song is Geddy Lee moving from bass to synthesizer at various points of the tune. The entire album Signals is excellent.

As we have discussed before, why Rush, Yes and Moody Blues are not in the Rock Hall of Fame is an absolute disgrace.

[CSS85]

Just got back from a sold out Clutch show at Cleveland House of Blues. The opening act was Monster Truck. They do a sort of 70's hard rock thing but they add a keyboard. They were very very good. I can't recommend their EP that's on Amazon and itunes though as I don't think it fairly represents them - it's kind of generic. Supposedly a new album is coming soon. Watch out for these guys in the future.

[Ledgewood]

http://i333.photobucket.com/albums/m387/jmLedgewood/grog.jpg

[Kahns Krazy]

I took a trip to Nashville a few weeks ago and happened upon the Don Kelley Band playing at Robert's Western World. They had a guest guitarist playing with them, a 17 year old phenom named Daniel Donato. Freaking unbelievable guitar player. If you're rolling through Nashville, look him up. I understand he's still playing with a variety of bands, but someone is bound to sign him to a major band if he wants it.

[BBC 08]

I took a trip to Nashville a few weeks ago and happened upon the Don Kelley Band playing at Robert's Western World. They had a guest guitarist playing with them, a 17 year old phenom named Daniel Donato. Freaking unbelievable guitar player. If you're rolling through Nashville, look him up. I understand he's still playing with a variety of bands, but someone is bound to sign him to a major band if he wants it.

Robert's is one of the three bars in downtown Nashville I actively don't hate.

[Pluto]

http://i333.photobucket.com/albums/m387/jmLedgewood/grog.jpg

Really like the songs Ledgewood. I'm also a fan of Jack & The Bear so that should be a great show. Unfortunately, I am in Chicago and making a Wednesday night show would be tough.

[Muskie]

New Mumford & Sons coming out 9/26/12

[Ledgewood]

Really like the songs Ledgewood. I'm also a fan of Jack & The Bear so that should be a great show. Unfortunately, I am in Chicago and making a Wednesday night show would be tough.

I really enjoy their songs, too. I never heard of them until the Grog Shop told me we were playing with them and I looked em up. Should be an awesome night.

[Pluto]

New Avett Brothers comes out 9/11.

I'm really into Trampled by Turtles after seeing them at Lollapalooza. A ton of energy on stage and great sound.

Others at Lolla that impressed:

Black Keys
Childish Gambino
Jeff the Brotherhood
Of Monsters & Men
Bombay Bicycle Club
Black Sabbath
Afghan Whigs
The Shins
The Big Pink

I'm sure I missed a couple. Overall a pretty good year for Lolla. Wasn't too excited about any of the closing acts after the first night. But the mid day stuff was great.

[nuts4xu]

New Avett Brothers comes out 9/11.

I'm really into Trampled by Turtles after seeing them at Lollapalooza. A ton of energy on stage and great sound.

Others at Lolla that impressed:

Black Keys
Childish Gambino
Jeff the Brotherhood
Of Monsters & Men
Bombay Bicycle Club
Black Sabbath
Afghan Whigs
The Shins
The Big Pink

I'm sure I missed a couple. Overall a pretty good year for Lolla. Wasn't too excited about any of the closing acts after the first night. But the mid day stuff was great.

Trampled and Black Keys are both incredible acts that are a must see.

[Cincypunk.org]

I really enjoy their songs, too. I never heard of them until the Grog Shop told me we were playing with them and I looked em up. Should be an awesome night.

The Grog Shop is a really cool venue. I love seeing shows there when I am in Cleveland.

[Masterofreality]

http://i333.photobucket.com/albums/m387/jmLedgewood/grog.jpg

Grog Shop, Cleveburg Heights, 10/3/12.

I.......Am.......THERE!

[nuts4xu]

Grog Shop, Cleveburg Heights, 10/3/12.

I.......Am.......THERE!

Thanks for the warning dude....

[Masterofreality]

Thanks for the warning dude....

C'mon up!!!!

[vee4xu]

MOR, I am all about the new music. I've seen tons of new acts over the past 10 years and I love the new stuff. But, I am currently listening the Pure Prairie League's Dance album on Spotify. Dude, I know you've of PPL when you were at X. I saw them in Cincy many times while there. I think you would agree that any youngster into some classic rockabilly would love PPL.

Check out the Dance album. Great stuff.

[vee4xu]

BTW have seen Circa Survive and Yuck at Grog Shop. Great venue. Wanted to see Dandy Warhols there this past June but the Canton Barrister's niece's grad party was in Cincy that day so I went there instead.

[SlimKibbles]

The Icelandic band Of Monsters and Men is on the verge of blowing up. They're steadily creeping into mainstream radio. They're the next Mumford, and very similar. Here's their signature track from their eponymous album:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghb6eDopW8I


New Avett Brothers comes out 9/11.

I'm really into Trampled by Turtles after seeing them at Lollapalooza. A ton of energy on stage and great sound.

Others at Lolla that impressed:

Black Keys
...
Of Monsters & Men
Bombay Bicycle Club

I'm sure I missed a couple. Overall a pretty good year for Lolla. Wasn't too excited about any of the closing acts after the first night. But the mid day stuff was great.

I've downloaded some Amazon MP3 albums over the last 6 months by the bands mentioned above. Great stuff. Recently I've also picked up:

Beach House
The XX
The Lumineers
M83
The Walkmen

I mostly listen to that stuff at work. It's somewhat relaxing. Every now-and-then though I will switch over to something a little more well known like 30 Seconds to Mars, Raphael Saadiq, Coldplay, Jay-Z, Depeche Mode, etc. Hell just a couple of weeks ago I downloaded some old school mid-90's Mobb Deep and Wu-Tang Clan. I listen to everything except Country. Never been able to get into that much.

[vee4xu]

I like M83. Kind of funny though that their front man is Anthony Gonzalez and he's French. Heard him interviewed and the two didn't go together. Good music though.

[Masterofreality]

MOR, I am all about the new music. I've seen tons of new acts over the past 10 years and I love the new stuff. But, I am currently listening the Pure Prairie League's Dance album on Spotify. Dude, I know you've of PPL when you were at X. I saw them in Cincy many times while there. I think you would agree that any youngster into some classic rockabilly would love PPL.

Check out the Dance album. Great stuff.

Yep.

Just got back from watching the Neil Young Movie by Jonathan Demme. Outstanding.

I already have my tix for the Great Man and Crazy Horse up here in Cleveburg on Monday October 8.

New music, yes, But the old geezers make great new music too. I have over 150 Neil Young songs on my IPod. The guy is amazing.

Check out this video from You Tube. It won't let me embed. This video is exactly why Neil Young is and always will be my favorite musical artist. He is real, raw, and will put on record whatever he feels like- most of which he writes in minutes and is almost always genius.

This video is just Neil and his guitar doing a song from his latest album- Le Noise. it's called The Hitchhiker. It is an incredible open autobiographical song about his life.

He's 66.......and still got it. He'll never burn out....and his rust never sleeps.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOq93UqN9vU&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[vee4xu]

New: Diiv (Oshin CD)

Old: Dave Mason - it's all good, but try the It's Like You Never Left CD

[Muskie]

Just booked tickets to Jeff Coffin & Mu'Tet on October 12. They play the Blue Wisp on October 14 in cincy.

[boozehound]

New Killers CD came out last week. Very solid effort, IMHO, and definitely worth a listen. Quite possibly their strongest album to date.

[Masterofreality]

Spent a superb Wednesday night last week with Golfitup's Brother's band Houndmouth and Dry the River in Washington, DC.

Houndmouth is a New Albany/Louisville based band with a downhome country rock sound, tight musicianship and quality vocalists. They've got an EP out in stores right now and are on an International Tour. A full blown album is in the works. They'll be in Texas this weekend.

Dry the River is more hard rocking, but with a cool twist of a violin in the band. I haven't seen quality use of a violin/fiddle since the days of Seatrain and Hot Tuna but I was impressed by their vibe. They have a new full album out. I'm buyin'.

Live music on the schedule in the next week and a half for me. Ledgewood's band- Smug Saints on October 3 at the Grog Shop in Cleveburg then Neil Young/Crazy Horse in Cleveland on October 8.

Like Neil Young's lyric goes "Live Music is better...bumper stickers should be issued!"

[Masterofreality]

http://i333.photobucket.com/albums/m387/jmLedgewood/grog.jpg

TONIGHT!!! I'm there!

Leggggggggo!!

[Masterofreality]

TONIGHT!!! I'm there!

Leggggggggo!!

Great show last night by Ledgewood's Smug Saints. That boy Ledge sings a mean tune. Was also very impressed by Jack & the Bear. 2 violins, mandolin, banjo, accordion, brass, keyboards, acoustic guitar (that I swear the guy ripped off from Ledgewood) bass and drums. Good stuff from the Monroe, Michigan based band.

Bought the Smug Saints CD. Looking for Jack and the Bear material.

Check 'em!

[Snipe]

This video has 360 million views on Youtube. I head it is the "most liked" video in the sites history.

My kids were watching it. They said a Bengal did the Gangnam Style horse dance after a sack. Is that true? I would like some confirmation. Have any of you done the horse dance?

I have no idea how an over-weight middle aged Korean man who can't dance got such quick fame, but I admit that the beat is catchy and addicting. It is even fun. And if you haven’t seen this video, don’t be surprised if you find it running through your head later today if you watch it…

Is this a sign of the apocalypse?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bZkp7q19f0

[Juice]

This video has 360 million views on Youtube. I head it is the "most liked" video in the sites history.

My kids were watching it. They said a Bengal did the Gangnam Style horse dance after a sack. Is that true? I would like some confirmation. Have any of you done the horse dance?

I have no idea how an over-weight middle aged Korean man who can't dance got such quick fame, but I admit that the beat is catchy and addicting. It is even fun. And if you haven’t seen this video, don’t be surprised if you find it running through your head later today if you watch it…

Is this a sign of the apocalypse?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bZkp7q19f0

This dance/song is somewhere between the Souljah Boy and the Macarena. It truly is awful

[BBC 08]

This dance/song is somewhere between the Souljah Boy and the Macarena. It truly is awesome

Fixed that for you.

[Snipe]

I can't watch that video without smiling. My kids love the horse dance.

They have flash mobs all over the world with people breaking into the horse dance.

Op Op Op Oppas Gangnam style!

[Nigel Tufnel]

I can't watch that video without smiling. My kids love the horse dance.

They have flash mobs all over the world with people breaking into the horse dance.

Op Op Op Oppas Gangnam style!

Here ya go, Snipe.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAA6mHq9okQ

[Snipe]

I am unable to rep you at this time. Awesome. Everyone is going Gangnam Style. It is madness...

[BBC 08]

Captain Murphy. Go listen to his stuff now.

[Masterofreality]

If you want to see a real up and coming band, that just came off a major national tour with Dry The River, go to the MOTR Pub in Cincinnati tomorrow night.

Houndmouth is playing a free....that's FREE, folks......show. They are an outstanding American grassroots music band with tasty riffs and solid vocals. An added bonus is that the drummer is our own Golfitup's brother.

A free show sponsored by a beer company. What more could anyone ask for?

GO!

[BBC 08]

Mac Demarco. Best new artist no one is talking about. Go get his new album 2. Easily top 3 album of the year.

[Masterofreality]

On the heels of seeing Neil Young & Crazy Horse in Cleveland a couple of weeks ago, I finally picked up their brand new CD Psychedelic Pill yesterday and listened to it driving back up I-71. Perfect cruising music.

Just Classic Neil Young. Stream of consciousness White Man guitar rock by the greatest Garage Band ever formed. Ever hear of an opening tune that lasts a full Twenty Seven minutes and thirty seven seconds? Even more. Ever see anyone who could actually pull it off to where you wished it never ended? That would be Mr. Young and Company on Drifting Back. These guys have played together for over 44 years, and they are still as fresh as in 1968.

Oh yeah. There are a couple of other epic songs over 12 minutes long...that never get tedious- Ramada Innat almost 17 minutes and Walk Like a Giant at over 15 minutes. Tasty.

Yep. 66 year old guys can still rock it out...and other 60 plus guys can turn it up loud!

The Hip Hop generation need not apply to this venue. They wouldn't get it- but guys like Eddie Vedder sure do.

[Muskie]

Now this meets my approval:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOyo7JD7hjo

[mistabeecee41]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd2yr12abg8

Atlas Genius. Radio-friendly sounding Indie band out of Australia. Limited amount of material (4 song EP plus a few random tracks) but they're really solid.

[BBC 08]

The Strokes just put out a new song on their website. Interesting sound. Not bad but definitely not the same as their first two albums. Hopefully they have a full album coming out this year.

www.thestrokes.com

[CSS85]

The Charlotte game reminded me of a line from a new-ish group called Lionize, that should become the official mantra of Xavier's fans this year. Over the last couple of years Lionize has perfected a sound that is an almost perfect blend of Bob Marley, "Machine Head" era Deep Purple, and "Dark Side" era Pink Floyd. I've seen them 4 or 5 times over the last couple of years and they are really good live. They hail from the D.C area but tour pretty much all over East of the Mississippi.

This year's Xavier comment is in the song Dr. Livingston, which leans a bit more to the Deep Purple side. It includes the line "I need insurance for my optimism/What if something happens/ I think I'll lose my mind". Another similar theme this Xavier year is the song Parlor Tricks.

A couple songs that display the balanced blend the best are Shameless Self Promoter and The Ballad of Ronnie Buttons. Leaning more to the Reggae side are Dumb and Dangerous and an excellent cover of the Bad Brains song I and I Survive. Leaning more to the Pink Floyd side is the combination of Self Propelled Experience Approximator and Trustafarian.

It is an unusual sound even as it is traditional sounding, if that makes sense. If you put Bob Marley, David Gilmour, Richard Wright, Jon Lord, Roger Glover and Ian Paice in a group, this is what it would sound like.

[chico]

New Fitz and The Tantrums album came out a couple weeks ago. Not as heavy on the soul as their first album but still pretty solid.

[Masterofreality]

Golfitup's brother's band Houndmouth has their debut album releasing on June 3. It's going to be damn good.

If you want a preview search You Tube for "On the Road" by Houndmouth. Legit video and fine music.

Even better is that Golf's brother likes to wear Xavier T shirts in pics and Beat UC T shirts on stage.

[ItsAllAboutTheX]

Daft Punk's new album Random Access Memories came out today, has sounds from the disco era and heavy in synthesizer, while also adding their usual robot sounds.

[Nigel Tufnel]

The National's new CD Trouble Will Find Me came out today. Its been live streaming on Itunes for the last 5 days (like Daft Punk album). Liked it the first listen....and liked it a lot more each subsequent listen. Bought the CD today. Better than High Violet...really, really close to Boxer. Its fantastic, IMHO. Won't make you want to go out and skip around feeling great about yourself...but the lyrics hit home to guys my age....its a bunch of 40 year olds singing songs about the stuff you think about at that age. Good music and great lyrics. Cincinnati should be proud of these guys.

[Masterofreality]

Can someone explain Pitbull to me. Maybe I'm just no longer cool.

Other than a bunch of Bud Light commercials, who is this dude? Looks to be about 50. From Miami. never seems to sing by himself and jumps around on a stage with a bunch of musicians.

Nice work if you can get it, I guess.

[Mel Cooley XU'81]

MOR: I have no clue on Mr. Bull. The Cooley Teens smirk and shrug at him and they typically have a good line on things.

By all means read Neil Youngs autobio Waging Heavy Peace. You'll dig it. It's his own writing. From the head and heart and very cool.

[Masterofreality]

First half on 2013's Top 20 albums,

Golfitup's Brother's band Houndmouth checks in at #9. Good to see Willie Nile's new album in there at #16. Saw him in a small club up here on the North Coast three weeks ago. The man still has it.

http://www.thealternateroot.com/what-s-trending/1376-top-albums-of-the-year-first-half

[GuyFawkes38]

This is great.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFasFq4GJYM&sns=em

There is a lot wrong with the American rap scene. It's great to hear a talented young artist critique it.

[Juice]

Can someone explain Pitbull to me. Maybe I'm just no longer cool.

Other than a bunch of Bud Light commercials, who is this dude? Looks to be about 50. From Miami. never seems to sing by himself and jumps around on a stage with a bunch of musicians.

Nice work if you can get it, I guess.

He used to be decent. He's been making music for 10 plus years. But he sold his sold to the devil and just makes club/radio hits. Rap fans actually used to sort of respect him but now only middle class white girls listen to him.

[KC4X]

Pardon the duplicate post as I also posted this in the Music Thread a while back, but I think it is more appropriate here. This is actually my son's band's first recordings. The link takes you to "I'm Gone", and "Sleep Walk" is on the right. I hope you enjoy!

http://theimperialquartet.bandcamp.com/track/im-gone

[Masterofreality]

Really digging Alabama Shakes new record.

Brittany is a unique talent.

[chico]

Mini Mansions was on Jools Holland a couple weeks ago. Can't get enough of this song.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62vtT3cLrJc

[X-man]

Really digging Alabama Shakes new record.

Brittany is a unique talent.

I totally agree. She is a force.

[Masterofreality]

Houndmouth's drummer repping vintage Xavier T's.

Buy their music! It's really good.
1742

[American X]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57yHnFN0J-M

I Love You, Honeybear.

[X Factor]

Houndmouth's drummer repping vintage Xavier T's.

Buy their music! It's really good.
1742

Totally agree. Houndmouth is excellent.

[X Factor]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57yHnFN0J-M

I Love You, Honeybear.

I used to really dig J. Tillman. Can't get into his Father John Misty bit at all.

[X Factor]

New Josh Ritter song from album due out in October!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnQ89jZvZD0

[OH.X.MI]

Single from Kurt Vile's new album coming out in September!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=659pppwniXA

Also, love the new Josh Ritter song cant wait for the album.

[LutherRackleyRulez]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGhoLcsr8GA


Macklemore & Ryan Lewis go Old School....


Look for Cincy's own, Jr Griffey, mugging in this joint.....

[American X]

Still evaluating how good The Killer's latest album Wonderful Wonderful (https://lnk.to/WonderfulWonderful) is, but at least the cut The Man (https://youtu.be/w3xcybdis1k) is excellent.



https://youtu.be/w3xcybdis1k

[bleedXblue]

Still evaluating how good The Killer's latest album Wonderful Wonderful (https://lnk.to/WonderfulWonderful) is, but at least the cut The Man (https://youtu.be/w3xcybdis1k) is excellent.



https://youtu.be/w3xcybdis1k

not your normal Killers for sure.....not sure I'm a big fan of the new "sound"

[KC4X]

Check out the sax toward the middle in this one...


https://youtu.be/PZbgsxMmLVw

[vee4xu]

https://youtu.be/xv96lj-YM7U

Built to Spill - Liar. Great song, great group, simple beat and a toe tapper. Built to Spill has been around for a couple of decades and have made some good music. This is one of my faves.

[KC4X]

https://thedevonns.bandcamp.com/releases

Check out The Devonns, an up-and-coming Chicago band. They have a cool, throwback sound.

[Masterofreality]

Jack White is back in the recording studio, will have a new album, and Tour in 2018!!!!!!
YEeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhh!

Edit. Got my tix for his Cleveland show on June 6.

DOUBLE YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!

[American X]

Erika Wennerstrom, frontwoman of The Heartless Bastards, has a single out from her forthcoming solo debut album:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I9XAzO_4mM

[KC4X]

https://youtu.be/LmujUkwU19I

[KC4X]

Check out Cordoba on this blog...
http://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2018/04/13/release-day-roundup-4-13-18/

[sirthought]

Check out Cordoba on this blog...
http://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2018/04/13/release-day-roundup-4-13-18/

I like that first song. That album is like new new just last week! You can hear more on bandcamp (https://cordoba.bandcamp.com/).

[sirthought]

I'm a little behind, but this band London Grammar just jumped on my radar. The whole album is really good.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOvpwdPStQg

[sirthought]

The new Slowdive is really a welcome addition to their catalog.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxwAPBxc0lU

[KC4X]

https://youtu.be/qtT_8pEjHgo

[X Factor]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Osee7d2RsXc

[Masterofreality]

Been off this thread too long, but I REALLLY like both Avett Brothers albums. REEEEALLLY!!

Gonna see them this August.

Also, made a little side trek up to Detroit a week and a half ago to see the launch of the new Houndmouth tour. Place was grab the walls packed and show was off the hook. They just signed a new record deal with Warner Brothers and have a new single and album coming out soon. They're prior stuff is great but their new stuff with a brass section and synth touches is outstanding. I'm all in! Gonna see them again in Columbus on July 11.


https://youtu.be/i1Daekv5t24

Finally, really like Weezers new album, Pacific Dream. Jack White's new one is meh, but I'm still stoked to see him in #TheLand on June 6.

[bigdiggins]

Neither is new, but two bands I recently discovered and have fallen in love with that I didn't see mentioned in this thread:

Revivalists -I think if the black crowes and van Morrison had a musical love child it would sound like the revivalists. I wish I knew you when I was young is probably their most popular song, but probably sixth or seventh on my list. Lead singer is from Hamilton.

Kaleo - Folk rock meets delta blues. Icelandic band. Saw another Icelandic band mentioned in this thread. Would not have thought of Iceland as a hotbed of popular music.

[Masterofreality]

Neither is new, but two bands I recently discovered and have fallen in love with that I didn't see mentioned in this thread:

Revivalists -I think if the black crowes and van Morrison had a musical love child it would sound like the revivalists. I wish I knew you when I was young is probably their most popular song, but probably sixth or seventh on my list. Lead singer is from Hamilton.

Kaleo - Folk rock meets delta blues. Icelandic band. Saw another Icelandic band mentioned in this thread. Would not have thought of Iceland as a hotbed of popular music.

Like them both!! They've played a lot of Kaleo on Sirius Radio Spectrum

[Nigel Tufnel]

Revivalists -I think if the black crowes and van Morrison had a musical love child it would sound like the revivalists. I wish I knew you when I was young is probably their most popular song, but probably sixth or seventh on my list. Lead singer is from Hamilton.



If you get a chance to see the Revivalists live, I would highly recommend it. I saw them in Covington last year and they were amazing. I know they always play in the Big River Get Down in Hamilton in September. The lead singer (who is great) is from Hamilton.

[chico]

New Neil Finn - well almost new. He actually live streamed the recording of the entire album back in August. It amazes me that after almost 40 years in the business he can still write such great stuff.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9q7Jr0w5MLk

[hikolasbenjaminn]

The Weeknd

[GenerationX]

https://youtu.be/naAC37W42ro

[bjf123]

This isn’t new music, but this Russian band does a great job covering Chicago songs.

https://youtu.be/7kQ1llzPiB4


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[GenerationX]

The Weeknd

Yes! I love The Weeknd... reminds me of Michael Jackson a bit.


https://youtu.be/qFLhGq0060w

[GenerationX]

https://youtu.be/kcPc18SG6uA

[WCWIII]

It's been 40 years since I saw him live in the '78 Draw the Line Tour ... looking forward to seeing Steven Tyler and his "country band" Loving Mary playing Naperville's Ribfest July 7. The We're all Somebody from Somewhere LP is from 2016 ... they'll play some Aerosmith and other covers plus the songs from that LP.

[Lamont Sanford]

Check out ALVVAYS. Great Canadian band with an '80s sound.

[Nigel Tufnel]

Greta Van Fleet is a pretty good band. Very 70's rock Led Zeppelin feel to them. I've been enjoying their album From The Fires

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxbT5jSxGJ0&list=PLLmX2v0xkl_F9VFIJ069g0YjWr_Vf-C7o

[Masterofreality]

I don't know how many of you know of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club but their newest album, Wrong Creatures - about 6 months old- is superb. Really like almost all of their stuff, although they really aren't a "new" band. That's their 8th album.

[sirthought]

I've been following an annual competition called Hits Like A Girl. This eight-year-old girl from Japan was a finalist, but not the outright winner for the <18 category. (The winner was an older girl, also from Japan.) These kids have some talent. The person who won it about two or three years ago is now a rising star on YouTube named Elise Trouw, who is a fantastic drummer, yet she's moved on to other instruments too.



https://vimeo.com/263985244

[sirthought]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gl9GtO_vQxw

[noteggs]

I don't know how many of you know of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club but their newest album, Wrong Creatures - about 6 months old- is superb. Really like almost all of their stuff, although they really aren't a "new" band. That's their 8th album.



Ok...where have they been or better yet where have I been the last 10 years! This group is awesome! Haven’t dug into the lyrics but songs and sounds are amazing. Thanks exposing me to new group...

[Masterofreality]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gl9GtO_vQxw

That chick is captivating....and HOT...But, PLEASE. STOP PLAYING WITH YOUR HAIR!!! It's incredibly distracting!!

[Masterofreality]

Ok...where have they been or better yet where have I been the last 10 years! This group is awesome! Haven’t dug into the lyrics but songs and sounds are amazing. Thanks exposing me to new group...

This is pretty cool about BRMC. One of the founding members is bassist Robert Been, who is the son of Michael Been. Michael headed up a band named The Call who were pretty well known in the 90's. Michael then went on to produce a number of the earlier BRMC albums. He was also a good guy as he was convinced by Robert to take in the other BRMC co founder, guitarist Peter Hayes, who was a refugee from an abusive family.
After Michael died of a Heart attack in 2010, BRMC put one of The Call's biggest hits on their 2013 Spectre at the Feast album in honor of Michael- Titled: Let The Day Begin:


https://youtu.be/mmtQwtcaqLM

And here's the original The Call version, which hit #1 on the USA Rock Charts. I think it's better. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
https://youtu.be/to2KasivROc

[sirthought]

Ok...where have they been or better yet where have I been the last 10 years! This group is awesome! Haven’t dug into the lyrics but songs and sounds are amazing. Thanks exposing me to new group...

I don't know where you live, but they've played in Cincinnati a number of times. We heard BRMC play MidPoint Music Festival in 2013 in the Grammer's Tent.

One of their guys' dad was Michael Been who fronted The Call in the 80s. Kind of a cult-fan band. And I think BRMC covered some songs from The Call.

Ooops, I guess I didn't see someone else mention that. Anyhow, great band live.

[WCWIII]

Greta Van Fleet is a pretty good band. Very 70's rock Led Zeppelin feel to them. I've been enjoying their album From The Fires

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxbT5jSxGJ0&list=PLLmX2v0xkl_F9VFIJ069g0YjWr_Vf-C7o

Was in a record store this past weekend and, by chance, they put on Greta Van Fleet ... makes me think I should open up to something post-80s. I agree ... great sound.

[chico]

I don't know how many of you know of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club but their newest album, Wrong Creatures - about 6 months old- is superb. Really like almost all of their stuff, although they really aren't a "new" band. That's their 8th album.

If you like these guys, Levon Been's late father, Michael Been, was lead singer of The Call, which was a fantastic band back in the 80's - hardly new music, but really worth a listen. Reconciled is a really, really good album. One of my favorites and Been had one of the greatest voices I ever heard. Here's one of their early ones.

Levon also stood in for his father for a tribute concert for his father a few years back - pretty good listen.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCOxG1chTes


Edit: Sorry, guys, should've read the entire post before posting mine, as a couple of you already mentioned this.

[noteggs]

This is pretty cool about BRMC. One of the founding members is bassist Robert Been, who is the son of Michael Been. Michael headed up a band named The Call who were pretty well known in the 90's. Michael then went on to produce a number of the earlier BRMC albums. He was also a good guy as he was convinced by Robert to take in the other BRMC co founder, guitarist Peter Hayes, who was a refugee from an abusive family.
After Michael died of a Heart attack in 2010, BRMC put one of The Call's biggest hits on their 2013 Spectre at the Feast album in honor of Michael- Titled: Let The Day Begin:


https://youtu.be/mmtQwtcaqLM

And here's the original The Call version, which hit #1 on the USA Rock Charts. I think it's better. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
https://youtu.be/to2KasivROc

OMG! Just had my best friend from high school send me “the walls...” by the call 3 weeks ago that we used to listen to. Told him I feel sorry for the guitarist who had to play the same chords over and over for same song! This is crazy the bands father is part of this band...

To those who asked, grew up in Indianapolis and stayed in Cincinnati after X. Unfortunately with kids, Q102 has been on the dial...

[sirthought]

Unfortunately with kids, Q102 has been on the dial...

You just need to decide to see live music and know what's happening. Cincymusic.com or CityBeat.com to see quick calendars. Both show there is something worth catching live almost every night of the week here. People bitch, but the music scene really offers great opportunities overall. It helps to keep an open mind about seeing bands you might not be aware of now, but so many play here on their way up.

[noteggs]

but so many play here on their way up.[/QUOTE]

I heard that about Cincinnati! Thanks for the websites! I really need to get more...

[Masterofreality]

You just need to decide to see live music and know what's happening. Cincymusic.com or CityBeat.com to see quick calendars. Both show there is something worth catching live almost every night of the week here. People bitch, but the music scene really offers great opportunities overall. It helps to keep an open mind about seeing bands you might not be aware of now, but so many play here on their way up.

Same thing up here in THE LAND. Besides the usual venues like Blossom, Nautica, The Rocksino Concert Hall and House of Blues, lesser known places (to non-afficianados) like Beachland Ballroom, Music Box Supper Club and Nighttown on the east side have superb acts that I have seen. Even the long term standby The Agora still has occasional shows. A cool event that happened there 3 weeks ago was that two members of Tool came to town for a "Tool Tutorial" where they played a bit and educated a sold out house as to what their process is as a band with Maynard James Keenan to put a record together. They're FINALLY finishing up a new album this year that will be out soon. About damn time!!!!

There is still great music around if you look for it. BTW! Jack White's show up here a couple of weeks ago was truly off the hook. What an entertainer, who has a sense of place and his audience, besides being a fantastic musician.

[Lamont Sanford]

That chick is captivating....and HOT...But, PLEASE. STOP PLAYING WITH YOUR HAIR!!! It's incredibly distracting!!

+1. Talented and smokin' hot.

[sirthought]

RIP Cleveland's best little venue: The Barking Spider. That was a fun room. The Grog Shop and The Beachland is really where I'd tell most people to start, but I've heard of a place called Wilbert's. When I gigged I liked playing at The Phantasy/Symposium in Lakewood, but not sure it's the same owners. Mostly don't care about the Cleveland scene compared to experiences in other cities, but The Grog Shop always seemed to have something cool when I was up there.

Here is a current Cleveland band I'd check out:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxl0PsA3L8w


Also: Wesley Bright and the Hi-Lites are pretty good live.

Just went to see the Blue Wisp Big Band tonight...still awesome.

[Masterofreality]

RIP Cleveland's best little venue: The Barking Spider. That was a fun room. The Grog Shop and The Beachland is really where I'd tell most people to start, but I've heard of a place called Wilbert's. When I gigged I liked playing at The Phantasy/Symposium in Lakewood, but not sure it's the same owners. Mostly don't care about the Cleveland scene compared to experiences in other cities, but The Grog Shop always seemed to have something cool when I was up there.
.

Grog Shop is still cool. Phantasy is pretty much dead at this point. Wilberts is trying to make a comeback. It closed then reopened under new Management. I saw old rocker Willie Nile there a bit ago.

Part of the reason why it's different up here is that we don't have the big "College presence" like Cincinnati or Columbus. Mostly older rockers like me or somewhat younger but definitely a dearth of 18-24 year olds who dig music. Those folks go out of town to school mostly so we're short here except in the summer when ALL the venues are rocking.
Good stuff, Sir.

[mohr5150]

https://youtu.be/Fn_xnkoPdfshttp://

This is my nephew covering Run by Foo Fighters. He's pretty good and is working now as a drummer for a local country guy.
https://youtu.be/Fn_xnkoPdfs

[KC4X]

https://youtu.be/rejA6QRtrAI

One of my favorite artists. This album is especially great.

[Masterofreality]

Same thing up here in THE LAND. Besides the usual venues like Blossom, Nautica, The Rocksino Concert Hall and House of Blues, lesser known places (to non-afficianados) like Beachland Ballroom, Music Box Supper Club and Nighttown on the east side have superb acts that I have seen. Even the long term standby The Agora still has occasional shows. A cool event that happened there 3 weeks ago was that two members of Tool came to town for a "Tool Tutorial" where they played a bit and educated a sold out house as to what their process is as a band with Maynard James Keenan to put a record together. They're FINALLY finishing up a new album this year that will be out soon. About damn time!!!!

There is still great music around if you look for it. BTW! Jack White's show up here a couple of weeks ago was truly off the hook. What an entertainer, who has a sense of place and his audience, besides being a fantastic musician.

The Agora Cleveland is still alive and well and even better!!!

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20180716/news/168286/facelift-gives-iconic-agora-modern-feel

[Masterofreality]

This one ain't so new, but an old blues song originally written in 1948, recorded and charted by Sarah Vaughan in 1949, masterfully covered by Peggy Lee, and Ella Fitzgerald and superbly redirected by Peter Frampton/Steve Marriott/Humble Pie in 1972. This version is fantastically resurrected by Beth Hart & Joe Bonamassa in this version just recorded in 2017.

Keep the Blues alive, man!


https://youtu.be/NooMzmbE0xc

[Mrs. Garrett]

Guns N' Roses recently released a re-mastered Appetite for Destruction (Super Deluxe). There are a lot of additional tracks. Mostly studio recordings and some live versions. Pretty cool if you like GNR (like I do).

[Masterofreality]

Guns N' Roses recently released a re-mastered Appetite for Destruction (Super Deluxe). There are a lot of additional tracks. Mostly studio recordings and some live versions. Pretty cool if you like GNR (like I do).

Thanks for the tip. Can't wait to hear the "enhanced" version of Rocket Queen! :-)

[Mrs. Garrett]

Thanks for the tip. Can't wait to hear the "enhanced" version of Rocket Queen! :-)

Not really any enhanced versions. Mostly studio recordings and some live tracks.

[Masterofreality]

Not really any enhanced versions. Mostly studio recordings and some live tracks.

If you are really a G n R fan you know Rocket Queen and what is in the song.
If you don't get my joke by "enhanced" I don't know what to say. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[Mrs. Garrett]

If you are really a G n R fan you know Rocket Queen and what is in the song.
If you don't get my joke by "enhanced" I don't know what to say. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

I know all about Steven Adler's ex and Axl.

[KC4X]

https://youtu.be/zVi_WW6dOmE

[Masterofreality]

Bringing this back to life.

There is all kinds of good new stuff out there and coming up.
Things I love:
-Houndmouth's recent "Golden Age" LP
-Greta Van Fleet
-New Raconteurs LP upcoming and tour. Already have my tix for the show in The Land at the Agora.
-New recent Revivalists LP
-Avett Brothers back on tour. Got my tix for them in The Land too.
-Neil Young & Crazy Horse with Nils Lofgren back in the group are back in the studio and a new LP will be released this year.
-Tool is on tour again and will allegedly release a new LP this year, that is if Maynard James Keenan decides to. :-)

Shaping up like a really good music year!

[Mrs. Garrett]

I really like Gary Clark Jr's "This Land". Got a chance to see him in March when he came through Chicago.

[Muskie]

I really like Gary Clark Jr's "This Land". Got a chance to see him in March when he came through Chicago.

Planning to see him in Indy this summer as well. He opened for Dave Matthews Band a few years back and was excellent. Ready to see him as the headliner.


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[WCWIII]

Never thought I'd admit to this, but I'm finding I'm a little bit country ...
Saw the Loving Mary Band last summer in my hometown of Naperville (OK, it was was with Steven Tyler).

But I was just in Nashville ... actually south in Franklin TN where Rorey Carroll was just fillin' in with some bass on some random night. I thought she had a great stage presence. I head to Evanston IL tomorrow to see her and Aaron Lee Tasjan.

Not to worry, I'll put on my purple vinyl of Black Sabbath Paranoid and/or Aerosmith's Get Your Wings to make sure I'm still a little rock n roll.

[Mrs. Garrett]

Planning to see him in Indy this summer as well. He opened for Dave Matthews Band a few years back and was excellent. Ready to see him as the headliner.


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He was excellent. Not sure who is opening for him in Indy, but a band from Austin called "Think No Think" opened for him in Chicago and they were really good too.

[vee4xu]

Lord Huron is good stuff. Give this song about 40 seconds get going, then enjoy the next nearly 8 minutes.

https://youtu.be/X-WeeJO6xlA

[bjf123]

nm


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[Muskie]

He was excellent. Not sure who is opening for him in Indy, but a band from Austin called "Think No Think" opened for him in Chicago and they were really good too.

No information posted about the opener here. I’ll keep my eye out. Had you heard Think No Think before?


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[sirthought]

There's a Cincinnati band that has really been great to hear and see live. We caught them last night a MOTR. I highly recommend checking out Static Falls.

https://staticfalls.bandcamp.com/releases

[noteggs]

Hidden Citizen does a great job covering some 80’s songs and others. Didn’t realize Flock of Seagulls and Mike & Mechanics songs could sound so dark. Daughter just turned me onto the group. I was shocked and pleased by listening to their version of “I Ran” and “Silent Running” among others.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QQi_8GUmCHg

https://youtu.be/ls_4Ly85Q4E

[tacopizza885]

Bringing this back to life.


-Tool is on tour again and will allegedly release a new LP this year, that is if Maynard James Keenan decides to. :-)

Shaping up like a really good music year!

Love Tool and Maynard. Saw them in '97 (Michigan) on the Lollapalooza tour. Saw Maynard again w/ APC at NKU in 2017. The guy is definitely interesting, and if you're looking forward to what's coming up, we have a preview:

https://youtu.be/dnbQTYbdp-o
https://youtu.be/eeZ1Vm1-6RE

Maynard James Keenan, was probably also one of the first artists to put his foot into the wine business (and do it in Arizona). Before Bon Jovi, Three Doors Down, etc.

https://caduceus.org/


They (Tool) will definitely make the RnR HOF. The youngsters, experts, are finally taking note.

[chico]

A little history for you youngsters out there. People think Bruce Springsteen exemplifies the Jersey sound, but the Real Jersey Sound comes from guys like Southside Johnny and Little Steven. When he wasn't touring with Springsteen, Little Steven made probably the most underrated album of the 80's (along with Was, Not Was' "What Up Dog"), Men Without Women. Well, he put the band back together and has a new album that once again puts to shame that pablum "The Boss" has put out for the last 25 years. It gets a little political (but not nearly as political as his older stuff) but the beat is too good I don't really care.

Yes, I am an old white guy.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nlcv-tfwnho

[Masterofreality]

I know that the album is a year old, and their EPs are older, but I can’t stop listening to and loving every damn note that Greta Van Fleet plays. So F-ing good!!!
If anyone is gonna save real Rock, it’s them and Jack White.
BTW. Just received the new Raconteurs LP “Help Me Stranger” as a throw in for buying tix to their upcoming show in The Land. It’s on fire!!
White is awesome live but with this band everything is soooo good.

[Mrs. Garrett]

A friend was trying to convince a group of us to go to Pitchfork this year. He sent a clip of Parquet Courts and I started listening to them and really liking it. Kind of a post-punk, garage band. They pretty much put out an album a year.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5CvZTIoir8


Then I started reading up on them and found their lead singer had done a side project called Fergus & Geronimo. I started listening to "Funky was the State of Affairs". The more I read about them the more it sounded like they weren't taking themselves too seriously, but I was thoroughly entertained anyway.

[stophorseabuse]

No idea if this plays to anyone here, but SOJA basically totally changed my entire mindset about music. Lyrically brilliant and deep. Some will straight up mock them, but I don’t care. Grammy nominated reggae (ish) music. Nothing new in particular , but a plethora of likely unheard brilliance.

[sirthought]

Better put Madison Cunningham on your radar. Major triple threat of a fantastic singer, writer, and player. Incredible guitarist, who's often hired as a sideman for acts like Andrew Bird. She's playing piano here.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRfS8O-3F2w

[American X]

I know that the album is a year old, and their EPs are older, but I can’t stop listening to and loving every damn note that Greta Van Fleet plays. So F-ing good!!!


I like Greta Van Fleeet, but also did not quite get it. Are they supposed to be a Led Zeppelin and Heart tribute band? At some points, I just prefer to listen to the originals.

[tacopizza885]

Just wondering. Have any of you been to Riverfront Live? Curious as to what to expect. Visiting soon.

[tacopizza885]

Sorry to bump. I have been to many sketchy bars/concert halls/shady venues. It would be great to hear how the place is layed out. (Riverfront Live) This is the band I'm going to see:

(Please watch the full video)

https://youtu.be/SQNtGoM3FVU

Another performance:

https://youtu.be/XtOYjCkHJak

[sirthought]

Sorry to bump. I have been to many sketchy bars/concert halls/shady venues. It would be great to hear how the place is layed out. (Riverfront Live) This is the band I'm going to see:

(Please watch the full video)

https://youtu.be/SQNtGoM3FVU

Another performance:

https://youtu.be/XtOYjCkHJak


It's the old Annie's location. So nice place to see a band if you're into them. Kind of a mixed bag if you're not. I haven't been there since they reopened the place, but I hear they have an outdoor stage. I'm sure that scream-o band will make the neighbors swoon. Can't stand that sound.

[chico]

Bird and the Bee's take on Hot of Teacher, with Beck along for the ride.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgZnxGU4XLE&list=PLAVExM7omnOmOpw-asPn5_GvyeJKimqdh&index=17

[tacopizza885]

I'm sure that scream-o band will make the neighbors swoon. Can't stand that sound.

Hahaha... you are definitely not alone here.

Yep, it turns out I've been there a few times, but it's been quite awhile (and wasn't aware of the name change). Thanks!!

[tacopizza885]

MOR asked for some new music. When I was at X, quite a few people listened to Tool (which has been covered, new album out on the 30th), but a few were also in to DJ Shadow. If you are into drum/percussion, I highly recommend Night Verses.

Aric Improta, the spotlight on the drummer (this is AMAZING):
https://youtu.be/rcr2f1l7aDE

The rest of the band is equally talented:

https://youtu.be/WM4uPPiceBo

https://youtu.be/0ORztImWsZk

[Masterofreality]

MOR asked for some new music. When I was at X, quite a few people listened to Tool (which has been covered, new album out on the 30th)

OMG!!! Bought the new Tool album- Fear Inoculum and it is amazing!!

I know Tool isn't for everyone- Prog Metal Rock- but this album is a masterpiece if you are into that genre. Danny Carey is just amazing drummer with total disregard for time stamps, but somehow keeps the rhythm intact. Maynard's vocals are more understated than ever-didn't hear a single scream through the entire 87 minute LP- but the lyrics get his point across. Adam Jones actually has a few guitar solos that are fire, and Justin Chancellor's base holds it all together. It has been 13 years since the last Tool LP, and the wait is worth it. They're touring soon too and I'm getting my tix for The Land on 11/10.

This album is dense has hell with multiple layers to sort through the complex maze, but sonically I uncover another one every listening. If you like any of this type of music, buy this sucker, just sit back for an hour and a half and let it engulf you.

[Masterofreality]

Also, saw The Raconteurs at the historic Agora Theatre in Cleveland a couple of weeks ago and they were superb- a concert I've been waiting 10 years to see since their Consolers of the Lonely LP. Their new album- Help Me Stranger is fire with Jack White his usual awesome self. They are touring constantly all over until late November and coming to Cincy soon, so make your plans and see this group. #TwoThumbsUp

[Masterofreality]

Finally, if you are any fan at all of Neil Young, and have an extra $20 to spend, subscribe to his Neil Young Archives app. You don't have to pay to download the app, and you still get some free music, but if you are a subscriber, you get his entire album catalogue with all of his various bands to stream, the "Hearst Theatre" that shows all of his Shakey Pictures movie productions, and access to live concert performances as they happen.
Neil and Crazy Horse have a new album coming out named Colorado that has the return of Nils Lofgren on guitar. Can't wait to hear it.

[Masterofreality]

Sorry to bump. I have been to many sketchy bars/concert halls/shady venues. It would be great to hear how the place is layed out. (Riverfront Live) This is the band I'm going to see:

(Please watch the full video)

https://youtu.be/SQNtGoM3FVU

Another performance:

https://youtu.be/XtOYjCkHJak

Very nice stuff from Jinjer!

[tacopizza885]

Very nice stuff from Jinjer!

Quite a few friends coming down to see this show (two old band mates urged me to buy tix). Should be interesting.

Also, looking forward to buying that Tool album, absolutely love what I've heard from live bootlegs of "Invincible" and "Descending". But it sounds like there will be no "Aenima", "46 and 2", "HWaP", "Jimmy", or "Pushit" on this album?

[Masterofreality]

Quite a few friends coming down to see this show (two old band mates urged me to buy tix). Should be interesting.

Also, looking forward to buying that Tool album, absolutely love what I've heard from live bootlegs of "Invincible" and "Descending". But it sounds like there will be no "Aenima", "46 and 2", "HWaP", "Jimmy", or "Pushit" on this album?

Oh, well, all Music is subjective but I think you’re going to love Pnuema, Fear Inoculum and 7empest. They’re fire to me.

[Masterofreality]

Oh, well, all Music is subjective but I think you’re going to love Pnuema, Fear Inoculum and 7empest. They’re fire to me.

And the more times I listen to this new Tool album, the more layers are peeled away and the better it gets. So much awesome density.
I know that this band isn’t for everyone, but their complexity is amazing to behold. I have no idea how they pull this stuff together. #TwoThumbsUp

[tacopizza885]

And the more times I listen to this new Tool album, the more layers are peeled away and the better it gets. So much awesome density.
I know that this band isn’t for everyone, but their complexity is amazing to behold. I have no idea how they pull this stuff together. #TwoThumbsUp

Tool is a band you have to unravel. Whether you are seeking lyrical genius or musicianship, you can find it if you are looking. Every album after Aenima, presents a complex puzzle with rhythms, references, and meaning. But you are right, it's not for everybody.

Have a friend "of a friend" (also a musician) that just laid down $500 to meet the band.

Just picked up the new album and I'm loving it.

[chico]

Damn it's been way too long since these guys made an album.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VM5_w4hNlbs

[Masterofreality]

Folks, I went to see Tool here in The Land- I might have been the oldest guy in the sold out, packed building, but what an incredible concert. Danny Carey is an unbelievable drummer, Adam Jones guitar work was virtuoso, Justin Chancellor’s Bass was superb, and Maynard James Keenan’s lyrics and presentation just ties it all together. I was waiting to see that band for over a decade and it was worth the wait! I also cannot stop listening to the new album!!
A report:
https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2019/11/tool-wows-a-sold-out-crowd-at-rocket-mortgage-fieldhouse.html

2351

[Masterofreality]

And, amazingly, the Robinson Brothers have reconciled and put the Black Crowes back together! They're running a long tour starting next year! I'm there for that.
I thought that Warpaint, their last album was their best and that they had really hit it at 100%. Then they split. Here's hoping the creative juices get going again and we get more new stuff from them.

[tacopizza885]

N/M

[American X]

I just discovered Yola and was blown away. This is the first song on her astonishing album Walk Through Fire. It is the best album beginning to end that I have heard in some time. Listen to the entire album.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDhftpjp7WQ