7"

Is there anything better then hand drawn anything? Don't think so. Here are some hand drawn 7' albums by The Splinters. Pretty Pretty cool, I think im going to make my own 7' album. With nothing but a Harmonica solo for an hour.

The Attractions

Elvis Costello, Neko Case to Star in Musical by Stephen King & John Mellencamp

"Now that’s an exciting headline, no? Fact is, those names are only a sampling of the all-star team set to take the Alliance Theater stage in Atlanta, GA next fall for the opening of horror fiction master Stephen King and rocker John Mellencamp’s long-awaited musical, Ghost Brothers of Darkland County.
The Fire Wire reports that the musical, which will feature a soundtrack produced by T Bone Burnett (more on that later), stars Kris Kristofferson, Elvis Costello (channeling Satan), Rosanne Cash, Dave Alvin, Sheryl Crow, Joe Frazier (yes, the famous boxer), Stephen King, and Neko freakin’ Case. Wow. (I knew there was a reason Case and Mellencamp were jamming with T Bone at the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival last year.)
After the script has been completed, the soundtrack is in the can, and that epic cast hits the stage, a 3-disc album and book will be released as well".
Article provided by "Twenty Four Bit"

Just Like A Woman.

Greenberg.

Noah Baumbach's new film starring Ben Stiller. Due out March 2010. Looks rather good. You can tell the soundtrack is going to be awesome!

Were You Alone?

I just saw the new award buzz movie at the moment last night. And that of course is "Up in the air". Starring George Clooney who plays a traveling business man who is hired by wussy bosses to fire employees. Clooney's character literally lives on the road. Encountering his counterpart and his love interest who as well lives the same life as he does. Without giving too much away. .this movie truly does have twist endings and surprises you won't expect. And the ending is neither sad or happy. .but an settlement to a great original story. As the commercials so soughlty point out "The movie of the year. .the movie of the moment", "Up in The Air" is the moment where we long for someone to be close to.

I Got To Laugh Caus I know Im Goin' To Die.

 

 

The Death Of DISCO.

March 2, 2010. Save The Date.

Darling Your Head's Not Right.

Julian Casablancas released his album a few months ago. Heres the video for 11th Dimension. Its sort of got a TRON meets Never Ending Story meets Gothic synth Pop meets a Pete Doherty hangover meshed together with Casablanca's drowning voice box.

I Don't Know If It's Right Or Wrong. .

Maybe the most buzz worthy band of the year. The hype and expectations are truly enormous for the band. Well it'll be fun to see if these Brooklyn kids can continue to sing these California soda pop hits. Below is there video for "I felt So Stupid".

Cecilia/ Amanda. .

With reissues of some of his classics due to be released in April. A new unreleased song from the late great Elliot Smith was released today. Take a listen to some great music.

New Elliot Smith

What do you get a music lover for Christmas?

Here are a few gift ideas for that Music lover your shopping for:
1. Posters
THE SMALL STAKES website offers many exclusive gig posters. These are very exclusive original copies of your favorite bands. Each sell for exactly $25. 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Film/ Documentary

Any music lover would appreciate a great DVD of their favorite artist doing their thing. A DVD is something that can be seen many times, its always a good holiday gift. Here are a few recommendations:

 

3. Clothing

A cool band shirt is always a good choice. Its hard to miss with a cool shirt or sweater of your favorite band.

 

4. Tickets

Maybe the best gift for a music lover is Music itself.

 

Its Over. .

Today Bret and Jemaine (Flight of the Conchords) haven officially announced the ending of their hit program on HBO. In a statement he duo said:
"While the characters Bret and Jemaine will no longer be around, the real Bret and Jemaine will continue to exist."

I am so depressed. . . .

TURN THAT LOUD ART DOWN!

How could three people make this much noise. But whatever the answer. .Times New Viking sure has got it down to a tee.
Born Again Revisited

I'm Strong To The Finish When I Eats Me Spinach

TOOT-TOOT!

Today is E.C. Segar's 115th birthday. E.C. Segar the creator of Popeye, was a influential and staple in American animation. So lets all raise a can of spinach for the man who gave us something to watch when we were children, and for our children to watch, and our children's children.

I Wanna Watch The Sunset With You. .

If you've been thinking to your self lately "Whats better then watching a sunset?"  Well think about actually listening to one! AND Don't you wish you could listen to one with your friend Sonny? Well today's your lucky day BUSTER!
And I hope its not just me. .But I think this video is really really just simply sweet. .And sort of heartbreaking at the same time. And the drawings are Amazing!

Poetry and Art In Motion.

The Art Museums Have been a great discovery. .As if a painting or sculpture everyone else is ignoring. .But only you are there mesmerized by the enigma. They have a very Kinks, 60s pop esq tone. They have also been a recent singing to one of my favorite labels "Woodist" Below is a link to one of their newer songs.. Take a listen! Oh and watch out for their upcoming LP.

http://downloads.pitchforkmedia.com/Art%20Museums%20-%20SCULPTURE%20GARDENS.mp3

So I Could Stay the Tallest Man in your Eyes.

"I sense a runner in the garden
Although my judgements known to fail
Once built a steamboat in a meadow
Cos I'd forgotten how to sail"

Somewhere over the Rainbow. .

New Song from The duo from Reading Rainbow. .Click on the link below to check it out. .As the immortal Larry David says. . "Its pretty pretty pretty goooood"

http://cdn.stereogum.com/mp3/Reading%20Rainbow%20-%20Restless.mp3

Shout It! Shout It! Shout it Out LOUD!

Shout Out Louds will release album number three Work on February 23, I for one is very excited and anxious for the album. Above is the album itself. .And I approve of the album art. Like anyone cares if I approve or not. Haha.

Kissing Cousins,

To go side by side with Ezra's "crib" Heres Vampire Weekend's new video for their song "Cousins". This video screams Vampire Weekend. .and the confetti screams Rip Taylor.

Cribs.

I thought Ezra would have more African art hanging up, And what he's not even drinking horchata! tsk tsk. .But anyways very cool room and apartment. Oh and p.s Ezra. .A "The Specials" Poster!! Extra cool pints for you, Never knew how ska you were, all the gap clothes should have gave it away.

Wes Anderson. .You Truly are Fantastic.

As a fan of Wesley's movies (That's what I call him) I had to see his new film Fantastic Mr. Fox. I truly enjoyed it, of course the idea of an animated movie did make me cringe. .But Wesley truly kept the adults in the audience pleasantly amused. A great soundtrack if your a Beach Boy's fan. .And a star studded cast. This movie was nothing less then Fantastic. Lets hope Wesley doesnt have too much fun in Paris and forgets to make another classic. .Which We all desperately need.

The Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

Bitter Sweet.

Here's a track from The Bitter's "Wooden Glove" ep. Not too many people know about this band.. Although not a actual live video, the song is good enough on its own so take a listen. Catch on before your friends do.

Stuffing, Pumpkin Pie, Woods.

Woods, in my opinion had one of the best records of the year with their release "Songs of Shame". On a lazy Thanksgiving afternoon. .This Beautifully shot video by Ray Conception. .Is quite appetizing.

Happy Thanksgiving!

DAMN IT!. .I wish I lived in New York. .Oh well. Happy Thanksgiving To ALL!!!

Six Months. .

It was this day. .Six months ago, when it happened. When my entire world changed completely, I met her. I met this Girl who was like someone who I only have dreamt about. Wearing moccassins, concert bracelets, Curly hair, And wore a tshirt in the pool. .I knew she was special. We talked of Elliot Smith, Bob Dylan, Folk, Everything. Six months of talking everyday, every night, Im still lucky to have her by my side. Six Months. .With only one girl . . I couldnt have dreamed of anything else.

IT"S A SHE-WOLF!. .well sorta.

AHHH WOOOOOO *Shakira wolf howl*

A Very "Big" Discovery,

While walking in the rainforest, as I always do. I came across a rather large tree. A "Big Tree" you may say. And this tree made beautiful music. Take a listen.

Bob "Santa Claus" Dylan

The Faces Of Evil.

Flying With Your Ears.

Blind Pilot's latest album has been on loop on my zune for the past week.Heres a pretty cinematic music video from the group. Watch and listen.

Jason Segal+Swell Season= Love.

During a recent Swell Season show, The duo was shared on stage with movie and tv funny man Jason Segal. Segal (I love you man, Freaks and Geeks) began playing a very "Personal" song to the audience. In fact for any of you Segal-Heads out there. He gives out his phone number in the clip. Watch! and maybe he can play you his "Dracula Opera" in private.

They Sure Clean Up Good.

The First Cut Is The Deepest.

Its been months since the emmys. But the pain of knowing Jemain Clement did NOT win a Emmy. .Still pains my soul. He shaved and cut his hair for nothing!. IT was a dark dark day in this young mans life. Damn you Emmy voters all to hell!

Tiny Desk Concert.

Edward Sharpe and the magnetic zeros have been one of the best discoveries in my music collection. Its been months since their album was released, and its still relatively fresh. Heres a short vid of the band performing. Take a listen,

Alex Bleeker and The Freaks.

Another good discovery, Hope im not too late catching on to this band. But I really love this song, and having Donkey Kong for a lead singer only boosts their cool meter!

Believe Me.

A Classic.

Fresh Produce!

New Cymbals Eat Guitars video. The vid is of the Staten Island band playing the "Pitchfork Showpaper benefit". Other acts at the event included : Smith Westerns, Surfer Blood, Real Estate, etc. Anyways check out the video. The song is "And the Hazy Sea"

Zampanò and The Navidson Record.

Maybe the most creepy, addicting, amazing novel/poem/art/biography/ EVER created. The only piece of art that has ever had me looking over my shoulder in fear of somethings thats not there. Whoever has read or has attempted to read its unexplainable pages can only manage to ask one question: Will We Ever Recover?

BROMANCE.