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October 31, 2005

Monday Night's Shows Posted @ Gothamist

"Day by Day" is back, but I only posted tonight's Halloween shows at Gothamist. Tomorrow I'll finish the rest of the week.

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Calvin Johnson | 2 NYC Shows this week | Touring

"Calvin Johnson is a guitarist, vocalist and founding member of the bands Cool Rays, Beat Happening, The Go Team, Dub Narcotic Sound System, and The Halo Benders. He has worked with Beck, The Microphones, Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, and Built to Spill among others. He has also produced recordings by many bands. Calvin Johnson is the founder of K Records in Olympia, Washington, and was one of the major organizers of the seminal International Pop Underground Festival." [Wikipedia]

Tonight (Oct 31, 2005) Calvin is playing Todd P's Halloween party at Tecate Pool Hall in Brooklyn with Japanther, Old Time Religun, Tender Forever, and Hella. Tomorrow he's playing a house party in Huntington Station. Wednesday he's at Sidewalk Cafe. All tour dates at his site where you'll also find a track to listen to.

Previously
Eluding the "Corporate Ogre" | Calvin Johnson

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Depeche Mode @ Bowery Ballroom, NYC | pics

It was incredible. Depeche Mode put out a new album and decided to tour arenas across America (including two nights at Madison Square Garden in NYC). Then they announce that they're kicking things off with a warm-up gig at the 550-capacity Bowery Ballroom in NYC (October 28, 2005). I got my (very real) ticket at J&R Music World with the purchase of the new CD. Someone said J&R gave out about 100. I don't know where the other 450 came from, but the place was PACKED with Depeche Mode fans. It's rare to see a show in Bowery Ballroom where people are screaming their love for the band on stage, and it was definitely the first time I saw people holding up "I love you" signs in the audience.

The sound was amazing. The band brought their own sound system with them. There were huge speaker stacks on the floor on both sides of the stage. The entire stage-right side of the room was shut off with a mesh wall. Some sort of crew sat behind it. There were extra security guards. I got there right before the 9:00 PM starting time. The street outside was mobbed with people hoping to get in. Many of them got their wish about 50 minutes into the 90 minute show. People were dancing. There was lots of dancing.

Though I don't love the new stuff on CD, it was all fun live. It goes without saying that "Personal Jesus" and "Enjoy the Silence" were the major highlights of the evening. The songs Martin Gore sang felt really good too.

SETLIST via Melody Nelson and Productshop

Intro / A Pain That I'm Used To / John The Revelator / A Question Of Time / Policy Of Truth / Precious / Walking In My Shoes / Suffer Well / Damaged People / Home / I Want It All / The Sinner In Me / I Feel You / Behind The Wheel / World In My Eyes / Personal Jesus
Encore: Enjoy The Silence

AOAMLL got some pics of Dave Gahan arriving at the Bowery. Carlos D (Interpol) was spotted in the crowd.

Previously
Depeche Mode Video, Fake Tickets, & Stuff

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Lady Kier @ Opaline, NYC | pics

"So she wasn't spinning 'Groove Is in the Heart.' The club kids attending the We Care a Lot party on an early-summer Friday at Luke & Leroy's found her deck work deee-liteful anyway. Fifteen years after World Clique, LADY MISS KIER is back on the scene, this time as a DJ with a globe-trotting schedule. Having kicked her body- and career-wasting smack habit, the Lady is literally and figuratively larger than ever." [The Village Voice awarded Kier 'Best Low Key Comeback']

What the Voice forgot to mention, was that Kier's low key comeback is not just DJing. After giving up on Motherf*cker Friday night (Oct 28, 2005), I ended up at (the no longer in the East Village) Opaline (previously Shelter - 20 W. 39th St) where I caught a surprise (surprise to me at least) 2-song performance by Lady Miss Kier (and two backup dancers). One of the songs I heard at Wigstock. The other one I hadn't heard. So awesome.

Previously
Lady Miss Kier @ Wigstock 2005, NYC | (NSFW) pics
Deee-Lite vs. Gwen Stefani | Institute
Lady Miss Kier @ Luke & Leroy, NYC | Pic

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Imogen Heap - Audio & Video Streams

Hide and Seek is a new song by Imogen Heap.

LISTEN
QUICKTIME | REAL AUDIO | WINDOWS MEDIA

WATCH
QUICKTIME | REAL VIDEO | WINDOWS MEDIA

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Imogen Heap playing the Living Room

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SPIN: Imogen Heap, Craig Wedren, JAYMAY @ Living Room

IMOGEN HEAP

SPIN.com presents Imogen Heap (ex-Frou Frou), Craig Wedren (ex-Shudder to Think, Baby), and Jaymay @ The Living Room in NYC - Friday, Nov 4, 2005 @ 8 PM ---- FREE

Watch the show live at the Living Room on Nov. 4, or stream the performances starting in mid-November on SPIN.com.

* Imogen Heap was recently SPIN's band of the day
* Imogen Heap played Canal Room Sunday night.
* Check out a review of Imogen's new album
* Download Craig Wedren's new album
* Get JAYMAY MP3s
* See pics of another JAYMAY show from Living Room

(note: Nada Surf was originally playing this show. they're not anymore)

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Download Craig Wedren's Lapland | MP3s

Team Love has most of Craig Wedren's new album available for download.

Previously
Download David Dondero's album
Craig Wedren's "Lapland" | Record Release

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Happy Halloween

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October 30, 2005

Dave Deporis collaborating w/ Doveman | Tour Dates

Dave Deporis and Doveman shared a couple of bills since appearing together at BMJ. Dave told me they even performed a bunch of songs live together (not sure, but maybe they'll even record together at some point).

Here's some NYC shows Dave has coming up:
11/1 - The Delancey
11/8 - The Living Room
11/9 - Glasshouse Gallery (Brooklyn)

Previously
Dave Deporis not Devin Davis or David Dondero | New MP3
Doveman for a Rainy Day

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David Dondero | South of the South | Tour Dates

"why is everyone paying attention to wedren and totally overlooking david dondero, who is one of the most vivid & greatest songwriters out there now -- and also releases a cd on team love tomorrow." [Chris in the comments]

DOWNLOAD THE ENTIRE SOTS ALBUM

David is opening for Chad VanGaalen @ Mercury Lounge on December 2nd - more reason to go to that show. Official Dondero tour dates below....

11/01/05 - Playmakers Pavillion - Fargo, ND
11/10/05 - University of Iowa, Memorial Union - Iowa City, IA
11/11/05 - Orpheum Theater - Omaha, NE
11/12/05 - Jesse Auditorium - Columbia, MO
11/13/05 - IU Auditorium - Bloomington, IN
11/16/05 - Nolen Cole Gallery - Florence, ALabama
11/18/05 - Gypsy Ballroom - Dallas, TX
.......
12/02/05 - Mercury Lounge - NY, NY

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Updated Devin Davis Tour Dates | 2 NYC Shows

In addition to the four Devin Davis tour dates listed below, Devin will be joined by Langhorne Slim and Death Vessel for a special afternoon Fanatic Holiday Party @ MO Pitkens in NYC on Nov. 19th from 4-7PM. $5.00 to get in. "free booze."

OFFICIAL TOUR DATES
11/14 Chicago, IL Schubas
11/18 New York, NY Mercury Lounge
11/20 Allston, MA Great Scott
11/25 Chicago, IL Empty Bottle (w/ Rogue Wave)

Previously
Devin Davis playing NYC & Chicago

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La Guitara | CD & Tour | Patty Larkin, Kaki King

"The goal of this project is to better define the contribution of women to the history of modern guitar......The CD is a snapshot of an ever-changing landscape. It is a glimpse of how women have influenced the guitar over time. An aural image in the feminine form. The women on this compilation are innovators and educators, alt types and concert hall performers, jazzers, blues players, composers and interpreters...." [La Guitara]

"La Guitara" is on tour. Performers include Patty Larkin, Kaki King, Muriel Anderson, and Mimi Fox. They play Merkin Concert Hall in NYC on November 6th. All tour dates at their site.

Previously
John Darnelle likes Kaki King

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Cyndi Lauper playing the Society for Ethical Culture

Cyndi Lauper
Concert Hall @ the New York Society for Ethical Culture, New York, NY
Tue, Nov 8, 2005 08:00 PM

In other news, Cyndi recently attended a PFLAG dinner, and will soon be honored by VH1.

Previously
Cyndi made a special appearance @ Fez

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Patti Smith playing instore @ Tower Records NYC

Patti Smith will be playing a free instore @ Tower Records @ 692 Broadway in NYC on November 8, 2005.

Previously
Patti Smith "Horses" Tickets on Sale | Flea

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The NY Times Does Last Night's Party

MERLIN BRONQUES

"Appealing to the exhibitionism of its subjects and the voyeurism of its audience, the Web site attracts over 20,000 viewers a day, many hoping to catch a glimpse of themselves in some provocative pose, others to see how the other half lives. According to references in Web logs, the site attracts viewers from Georgia and Colorado, North Carolina and Italy, and other places far from the bicoastal club scene." [NY TIMES]

Previously
Bronques does Halloween
Overdose victim Mellie Carballo, Last Night's Party Regular
Last Nights Party vs The Cobra Snake

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October 29, 2005

Stream the Vegoose Festival

The Vegoose Festival is happening as we speak in Las Vegas. Sunday's schedule includes The Arcade Fire, Decemberists, and Flaming Lips. Watch the show from your computer. (thx Ryan)

Schedule below...

Saturday October 29, 2005 PDT *
12:00 PM Steel Train
01:00 PM Slightly Stoopid
01:15 PM North Mississippi Allstars
02:45 PM String Cheese Incident
04:30 PM Devendra Banhart
05:15 PM Phil Lesh & Friends
07:15 PM Gov't Mule
08:00 PM Dave Matthews & Friends
09:00 PM Primus

Sunday October 30, 2005 PST *
12:00 PM The Decemberists
01:00 PM Michael Franti & Spearhead
01:45 PM Umphrey's McGee
02:15 PM ALO
02:45 PM Ween
04:15 PM moe.
05:00 PM Trey Anastasio
06:00 PM Flaming Lips
06:45 PM Jack Johnson
09:00 PM Arcade Fire

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The NYPD Shut Down the Roxy | Motherfucker Moved

THOMAS ORONATO & MICHAEL T

It was a Halloween disaster of sorts. Hundreds, maybe thousands, of costumed hipsters were left homeless for a time last night when the NYPD shut down the Roxy. The Motherfucker crew was forced to move the party last minute to the much smaller, but more conveniently located, Delancey bar on the Lower East Side. Luckily I got a phone call before making the trek above 14th Street.

HALLOWEEN 2005

"...Arrival early at the Roxy only to find couple of people in front, a police car with the flashlights, and some legal papers taped to the closed club. Roxy's just been closed by the cops as per legal order from a judge. I ask the cop about it, it tells me the place went bankrupt, other people suggest the Roxy lost it liquor licence. 'The Roxy's closed indefinitly', 'the Roxy's court date for reopening is Thursday, ... who knows. The only sure thing is that Motherfucker will not happen at Roxy. As people arrive, the word spread the party's been relocated to Delancey Lounge in the L.E.S. ... " [Queens, Freaks, and a Thumping Bass: Justine in New York]

I didn't go to the Delancey, but Bronques did. More of his photos at Last Night's Party.

Previously
What are you doing/being for Halloween?
Madonna Does Misshapes & Roxy

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October 28, 2005

A Guide to Animal Collective | Feels

I spent the last week learning why everyone loves the new Animal Collective album.

FEELS

"Feels is a near-stunning album a notable amount of the time; by focusing their instincts, Animal Collective has become freer than the freest folk, twice as wild as apes, and saturated with taste and invention that trump both." [Stylus gave Feels an A-]

"Some have unimaginatively characterized AC as freak-folkers." [The Village Voice likes it too]

"With each new album it becomes clearer that Animal Collective will not stay still." [Pitchfork gave Feels a 9.0]

"Feels is a psychedelic wonderland filled with life-affirming warmth." [Tiny Mix Tapes says 4.5/5]

ANIMAL COLLECTIVE

Check out the Village Voice's Guide to Animal Collective

LISTEN
* CRITF has 3 MP3s from Feels
* GVB has 1 MP3 from Feels
* Stream some tracks Feels tracks at Fat Cat
* Insound has 3 Panda Bear MP3s

Buy Feels @ Insound

Previously
Animal Collective worked with Vashti Bunyan
Feels # 1 @ Insound

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Stream Jon Brion on WNYC

Before playing Canal Room in NYC on Tuesday, Jon Brion stopped by radio station WNYC. Listen online.

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Vashti Bunyan | Just Another Diamond Day | Lookaftering

THE ABRIDGED STORY

Vashti Bunyan made an album that no one liked 35 years ago. Distraught, she quit music and led a normal life. Then came the Internet. She Googled herself. She found fans like Devendra Banhart. She decided to re-release the record. This time people liked it. Indie-Folk embraced her. She appeared on Devendra Banhart and Piano Magic albums, Golden Apples of the Sun, and an Animal Collective EP. On October 25, 2005, she released her first new album in 35 years. Devendra Banhart, Joanna Newsom and others play instruments on it. Everyone likes it too.

MORE STORY

"Devendra wrote to me a while back and sent me some of his songs and drawings and asked if I thought he should carry on. I was immediately and utterly captivated by his style and invention and nomadic spirit, and so wrote back to say yes, please keep going. Then later on he sent me the 'Rejoicing In The Hands' track. I added my voice to it and was so pleased to hear it on his album. In turn he has been my songs' most loyal advocate and I'll love him forever." [An interview @ foxy digitalis]

"It is a tale full of romance, adventure, tragedy, redemption and unlikely twists" [A story in Guardian]

"I'd love to tour. I feel it's something I never did back then and I have some dues to pay. I'm starting with one show in London in December. I'll see how it goes and hopefully then think about more. And more. If I'm lucky- and just now I feel like the luckiest person I could be." [An interview @ Pitchfork]

"On this show, your host Garrison Reid sits down with Vashti Bunyan. Vashti discusses returning to writing music, recording Lookaftering, and her thoughts looking back at Just Another Diamond Day." [Download & Listen @ Indie Interviews]

JUST ANOTHER DIAMOND DAY

"One of the happiest by-products of the ongoing underground freak-folk explosion is the reemergence of British singer Vashti Bunyan" [Pitchfork gives it a 9.0]

"To recap: Vashti = boring, Devandra = ought to do Herbal Essences commercials, and Joanna = as cuddly and loveable as a puppy" [Cokemachineglow, not a fan]

Get Just Another Diamond Day @ Amazon

PROSPECT HUMMER W/ ANIMAL COLLECTIVE

"...she hooked up with Animal Collective while they were in London last year to sing lead on three new songs, which, combined with a sound collage by the Geologist, make up this short EP." [Pitchfork gave it an 8.4]

"The members of Animal Collective apparently balk at the idea that they’re part of a modern American folk scene, but the folk leanings on this record are undeniable." [Prefix says 4/5]

"Animal Collective's new four-song EP then is a great disappointment, as it is far too restrained to be the monumental step forward that the band is primed to take." [Popmatters says just average]

Get Prospect Hummer @ Insound

LOOKAFTERING

"...with the release of her second album Lookaftering, Bunyan has completed a comeback more reminiscent of pre-war country blues artists like Dock Boggs or Bukka White, whose performing and recording careers were resurrected during the 1960s folk revival, rather than anyone from the pop/rock era." [Pitchfork gave it an 8.5]

"Like all works of elusive beauty, Lookaftering is something that is so immediate and accessible it will take time to realize just how enriched with subtle evocation it is." [Tiny Mix Tapes gave it a 5/5]

"Bunyan's collaborations with younger peers feel very natural, her voice melting into Joanna Newsom's harp figures on 'Against the Sky' and 'If I Were'. 'Wayward, one of the disc's most beautiful songs, pulls in a whole Golden Apple's worth of contributors, with a mid-song meltdown of instruments, including Devendra Banhart's acoustic guitar, Kevin Barker and Otto Hauser's electrics, Adem's autoharp and Max Richter's piano and Hammond." [Splendid]

Get Lookaftering @ Amazon

LISTEN

* Stream tracks @ FatCat Records
* GVB has an MP3
* SF Gate has a bunch of MP3s
* Click for a streaming Prospect Hummer track

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39th Annual Country Music Awards | Go For Free

"Paul Simon and Jon Bon Jovi will add some local flavor to the 39th annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, which will take place for the first time in the Big Apple on November 15 at Madison Square Garden....Simon will perform a song with Willie Nelson....The event, broadcast live on CBS, will also include an appearance by actor James Gandolfini....Other performers newly added to the CMA Awards include Alison Krauss + Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas, Miranda Lambert and Julie Roberts. They join a lineup that already boasts hosts Brooks & Dunn, Dierks Bentley, Big & Rich, Kenny Chesney, Sara Evans, Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, George Strait, Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson and Lee Ann Womack." [Billboard]

Be a seatfiller. Go for free.

Previously
Nokia Theater Times Square opens with Bon Jovi
Wolf Parade covered Paul Simon's Graceland at NYU (in comments)

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Depeche Mode Video, Fake Tickets, & Stuff

DEPECHE MODE & COPS @ TOWER RECORDS, NYC | 10/18/05

Depeche Mode claim the tickets on eBay for tonight's Bowery Ballroom show are fake: "There are no physical tickets for the event. There is only a guest list with the winner's names. You must have a photo ID, and your name on this list, to get in. It is not possible to buy a ticket to this event. Beware of sellers on eBay who are saying you can buy a ticket, because it is not possible."

What's more annoying? Someone selling tickets for $400 a piece, or a band lying about fake tickets? (I know they're real. They look just like mine - RSVP info. included).

* More photos of the recent Depeche Mode instore at their site.
* I've been listening to the new album. It's "eh"
* Pitchfork gave Playing the Angel a 7.0

Watch the video for "Precious"
Quicktime | WIN low | WIN high

Previously
Contest to win Depeche Mode "small club" show Tickets
Depeche Mode 2005 Tour Dates

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Go! Team playing Woodie Awards | Get free tix | See Stiffed

The Go! Team were added to the MTVu Woodie Awards lineup (@ Roseland, Nov 2nd). Coheed & Cambria, Aesop Rock, mewithoutYou, RZA & The Like are presenting. You can get free award show tickets if you show up "early" to the free Stiffed show at Bar 13 in NYC on Sunday October 30th. (Free Sparks 10-12am, Stiffed 11pm)

Previously
The Go! Team Tour Dates | Webster Hall in Nov.
The Go! Team @ Canal Room, NYC | Pics

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The Lemonheads playing 2 Nights @ Bowery | Tix

"After a nine year recording absence, it was announced in the summer of 2005 that the band had quietly reformed - the lineup is now bolstered by Bill Stevenson and Karl Alverez, ex-members of The Descendents - and are working on new material in a studio in Colorado." [Wikipedia]

Friday, December 16 & Saturday, December 17
The Lemonheads at The Bowery Ballroom, New York City
U.S.$25.00

Previously
Lemonheads vs. Echo & The Bunnymen
Across the Pond Narrows | Lemonheads Reunite

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Many More Halloween Albums for Download

Via the links on PCL Linkdump, you'll find more Halloween audio than you know what to do with.

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October 27, 2005

What are you doing/being for Halloween?

What are you doing/being for Halloween? Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday all count.

The 1976 Paul Lynde Halloween Special (ABC). KISS with Lynde, Margrett Hamilton (reprising her Wicked Witch of the West role from THE WIZARD OF OZ), and Billie Hayes, playing her Witchiepoo character from another favorite of mine, H.R. Pufnstuf! [check out Old Haunts for more vintage Halloween] (thx J)

HALLOWEEN STUFF
* Check New York Magazine's Halloween guide
* Check out Halloween @ Crobar
* Gothamist's Halloween Music Picks
* Gothamist's Halloween Movie Picks
* Gothamist's Halloween Theater Picks
* Motherfucker Friday @ Roxy
* The Gypsy Festival
* Sharon Jones is playing SOBs
* Fischerspooner is playing Irving Plaza
* The Mountain Goats are playing Knitting Factory
* The Rub is at Southpaw
* The Warriors are back Saturday
* Ultragrrrl spins the Monster's Ball
* The Mardi Gras Halloween Parade after-party
* Morning Theft performs as Weezer at Fat Baby
* Pick up a copy of the new Halloween-themed L Magazine

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Page France Guest Blogs 'Said the Gramophone'

"Anyway it's with tremendous pleasure that I invite Michael Nau, Page France's principal songwriter and voice, to take charge of today's Gramophone. As you would expect from the lead singer of an indie-folk band, he writes about Sly & the Family Stone."

Previously
Page France | Dear Wind | Full Album Stream
Devin Davis Guest Blogs 'Said the Gramophone'

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Brooklyn Music Terminal Closed | Show Scandal

It was only four months ago that I reported the reopening of L'Amour as Brooklyn Music Terminal. Then I read on Brooklyn Rocks that they, "wanted to see Brides of Destruction and Adema at Brooklyn Music Terminal on Friday and just found out the place was closed."

It looks like the Friday September 23rd Genitorturers/Combchrist show was a fiasco. A member of Terrofact wrote, "There were quite a few people there for Combichrist, more so than for Genitorturers at this point so we told everyone to get their money back, which apparently the venue refused to do." Eisdrive confirmed, "They told people at the door that EISDRIVE never showed up!"

Then according to DJ Maniak, there was no club by Saturday night. "I just spoke to a friend of mine (she's fairly active in the metal scene), And she told me her friend's band was supposed to play there last night (Saturday), and when they showed up, furniture was being hauled out of the club"

That was a month ago. Since then bands have been posting cancellations and apologies all over the place. Does anyone know what actually happened?

Previously
The Exploited playing CBGB and Brooklyn Music Terminal
L'Amour reopens as The Brooklyn Music Terminal
The Downtown in Farmingdale Closes | RIP

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Goldfrapp playing NYC | Only US show | presale

I was writing this post-Morcheeba-post post about Goldfrapp's only North American show on December 5th at the Nokia Theatre in NYC when I got an email from Last Night's Party announcing a pre-sale:

"LastNightsParty has been invited to photograph Goldfrapp's only North American appearance this year (and afterparty TBA) in New York on December 5th at the Nokia Theatre in Times Square. Goldfrapp are giving LNP fans the chance to get tickets before they officially go on sale this Saturday. From Thursday 10am to Friday 10pm click on the link below to buy your tickets early. the password is: gold"

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Morcheeba Touring U.S. | New New Singer

Morcheeba recently came out with a new album. It features a new lead singer, and they're about to tour with an even newer lead singer (their third). On December 1st, they'll be at Nokia Theatre in NYC. Ticketmaster has the details. NPR has streaming audio and the whole singer story.

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Devendra Banhart @ Webster Hall, NYC | pics (part 2)

This set of photos from the Devendra Banhart show at Webster Hall were taken during the free-loving encore (October 20, 2005). Dan Bunnybrains is the long-haired guy with his butt hanging out. He's dancing with a shirtless boy. I bet Devendra and Dan are enjoying the pedophile press they've been getting, and I think they decided to take the joke to the next level.

Pitchfork: Devendra Rocks for Janet Reno, Readies New Single

Previously
Devendra Banhart @ Webster Hall, NYC | pics (part 1)
Tarantula A.D. (w/ CocoRosie) @ Webster Hall, NYC | pics

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Tons of Free Cypress Hill MP3s

B Real posted like every Cypress Hill song ever. (via Tofu Hut)

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Pitchfork reviewed CYHSY's Satan Said Dance

"If CYHSY sometimes commits the sin of sucking live, they don't now, so just dance-- forgiveness, forgetfulness in tow." [4 Stars for Satan Said Dance]

Previously
New (live) Clap Your Hands Say Yeah MP3s
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah @ Warsaw, Brooklyn, NY | pics
2 New CYHSY MP3s | Satan Said Dance

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New Broken Social Scene (female) Vocalist

"Billboard talks to James Shaw about juggling duties with Metric and Broken Social Scene. It's this scheduling nightmare that's led BSS to recruit some new help on their current tour, namely vocalist Lisa Lobsinger, formerly of Calgarians Reverie Sound Revue. Anyone who's heard the RSR stuff (there's a couple working MP3s on that link) know that Lobsinger has got the pipes, but the faithful still aren't convinced." [Chromewaves]

Previously
Broken Social Scene | Almost Crimes video
Metric | Monster Hospital video

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Broken Social Scene | Almost Crimes video

This isn't actually new, but it's cool. Watch the video for Broken Social Scene's Almost Crimes.

BONUS: the video for Cause=Time (via the Natty Lads)

Previously
Non-BSS Arts & Crafts Albums | 666.8 Pitchfork Conspiracy
Broken Social Scene (w/ Feist) Tour Dates (sans NYC)
Broken Social Scene arrested, Suing NYC Cops

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Son of Monster Mash-Up | 19 Halloween MP3s

Get this absolutely free 19 track Halloween Mash-Up mix. (via BTAE)

Previously
Ghouls with Attitude | Vols 1 & 2 | MP3s
More Death & Horror | Halloween Sound Effect MP3s

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Metric | Monster Hospital video

"Wow, this is a scary music video and a timely release for this Halloween season. For movie fans, look for homages to Roman Polanski's 'Repulsion' and the bathroom scene from Francis Ford Copolla's 'The Conversation'. Sorry, my movie nerdness showing. Excellent job by director Micah Meisner." [Watch it at Between Thought & Expression]

Previously
Pitchfork wants to like Metric

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October 26, 2005

"Secret" Gossip & Fannypack-Le-Tigre show in Brooklyn

The Gossip ruled at CMJ. With Le Tigre and Fannypack side projects to boot, it should be a pretty kick-ass "secret" show at Supreme Trading tomorrow (10/27/2005) (via Oh My Rockness).

Gossip (Kill Rock Stars) / New England Roses (JD from Le Tigre and Brendan Fowler from BARR) / Holy Hail (new Fannypack band) @ Supreme Trading, Brooklyn
Costume Contest w/ door prizes | live music 8 PM - 10:30 | DJs after 10:30

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Jon Brion (& Rhett Miller) @ Canal Room, NYC | pics

JON BRION

Jon Brion came to NYC (from LA) to record something for a Les Paul tribute album. While here, he booked three shows at the Canal Room. I caught the first one (Oct 25, 2005). Unfortunately the show started an hour late (I think the will call list was numerical instead of alphabetical), and it ended rather quickly due to the impending late show. Actually it didn't end THAT quickly, but compared to the 3.5 hour set (jammed with covers) the late show got, I guess I feel a little jipped... :( ...just kidding (we got Rhett Miller...they didn't). It was magnificent. I'll say no more because heartonastick nails it. Another good review at Life Goes Off.

RHETT MILLER OF THE OLD 97'S

After this show I actually had a ticket to the Jon Brion late show and one to Wolf Parade at Northsix. I know I missed an awesome late show, but at least I was able to sell the ticket AND didn't have to eat my Wolf Parade ticket (and Wolf Parade was good), AND I got to sleep before the late show even ended.

Previously
Third NYC Jon Brion Show Added
See Jon Brion this week
Fiona Apple & Jon Brion performed @ Virgin Store
Pitchfork's Jon Brion Mixtape
Jon Brion @ Tonic, NYC | Pics (& lots of Links)

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Goblin Cock | Bagged and Boarded | MP3 & Video

Goblin Cock (Rob Crow from Pinback's side project) finally released their debut LP, Bagged and Boarded, on Absolutely Kosher records. I haven't heard the album yet, but there's an MP3 and video posted on their website.

"Latest hard hitting album for the prolific Rob Crow (Pinback, Team Sleep, Thingy, Heavy Vegetable). From the caustic, bubbling froth emerges Goblin Cock, monstrous in its potency, grotesque, fully formed, vile and virile in its power. Goblin Cock's debut Bagged and Boarded is the best rock record in years. This is not a side project. This is not ironic. Rob Crow is serious." [Buy it at Insound]

"...Turns out the Josh Homme reference applies to more than just naming tendencies. Crow has a Homme-like proclivity for genre melding songwriting and peculiar melodies and vocalizations. Although the similarity is more in spirit than in sound, Queens of the Stone Age comparisons can be made to several tracks...." [MetalReview]

Previously
Reviews of Goblin Cock from CMJ
CMJ 2005: Goblin Cock

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Decemberists to Release Animated "Tain" DVD | Stills

"To celebrate the completion of The Tain (Super 8 version with Decemberists soundtrack slated to appear on the upcoming date), I thought I might let my hair down and let you peek at a few stills. Thanks to Corporal Bradley for hooking this up. The DVD release date is still TBA." [Decemberists Message Board] (thx J)

Previously
New Decemberists Songs | Downloads @ The Archive

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Reviews & pics from Cream @ Madison Square Garden

A reunited CREAM played Madison Square Garden in NYC Monday and Tuesday night. Their third show is tonight. Above and below photos grabbed from the news.

Chicago Sun-Times: Cream rises to the Occasion
Where's Erik: The Reviews
Rolling Stone: Cream Take NY
Monsters and Critics: In Photos: Cream reunion concert in New York

Previously
Cream played London

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The Cobra Snake Graffitti | In LA Times

During CMJ, Mark the Cobra Snake tagged up the Lower East Side. The above photo seems to imply he isn't too worried about getting caught.

Yestarday's LA times dubbed him, "Los Angeles' preeminent hipster." (thx Joey)

Previously
The soon-to-be-famous Cobra Snake

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Wolf Parade @ Northsix, Brooklyn, NY | pics

Another great show by Wolf Parade last night @ a packed Northsix in Brooklyn (October 25, 2005). Slightly different set list - 3 song encore. Very appreciative crowd. Very appreciative band.

Previously
Wolf Parade @ Bowery Ballroom, NYC | pics

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Iron & Wine / Calexico Tickets on sale today

Tickets for the three Iron & Wine / Calexico shows at Webster Hall go on sale today at noon.

"The two bands have settled on a spirit for their upcoming tour as they will be drawing inspiration from the carnival-like offerings of Bob Dylan’s Rolling Thunder Revue and the execution of performances in The Band’s Last Waltz,. Each band will play a set, then they will team up for a set together and play In The Reins in its entirety."

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Nellie McKay playing Mercury Lounge - Dec. 6th

Tuesday, December 6 6:30 PM (6:00 PM doors)
Nellie McKay
at Mercury Lounge, New York City
U.S.$18.00 On sale: Wednesday, October 26 at 12:00 PM

Previously
Pics of Nelli @ Tibet Benefit Concert

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Secret Machines / TVOTR beneift show @ Webster

The Secret Machines & TV on the Radio are playing a Katrina benefit at Webster Hall in NYC on December 1st. Tickets should be on sale today, but Ticketweb has nothing yet.

Previously
Bowie, Karen O, & TVOTR @ Franz Ferdinand
MP3 Music inspired by Katrina and Bush

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October 25, 2005

Les Sans Culottes' legal battle | Nous Non Plus

"...We notified Ferrand via e-mail (or sent him to the e-uillotine, if you will) that we would be continuing as Les Sans Culottes sans him. Days later, Ferrand sent us a cease-and-desist letter claiming we were in violation of his self-proclaimed 'de facto' trademark (at the time, nobody had officially registered the trademark; although, once ousted, Ferrand did submit the application). Despite the letter, we played a packed show at New York's Lower East Side club Sin-é. We thought Ferrand might show up and cause trouble, so, as a joke (mostly) Céline Dijon arrived on stage wearing handcuffs and a Kevlar bulletproof vest. The gig was violence-free, and we reveled in our newfound liberation......So, in the true spirit of France, we surrendered. We turned over the band name and Web site to Ferrand. We kept our faux French identities (Jean-Luc Retard, Céline Dijon, Cal D'Hommage, Maurice Chevrolet, and Harry Covert) and formed a new band, … Nous Non Plus, meaning 'us no more' or 'neither do we.' We recently completed our first album with songs about love and lawn care and played a sold-out New York show...." [Slate]

In other French news, Melody Nelson DJ'd the wedding of Devery from La Laque

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Rufus Wainwright = Dave Hill's Guest @ UCB (next week)

"I just wanted to let you know that on Thurs. Nov. 3 at 9:30pm, I will be bringing my brand new award-winning nightclub act to the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (located at 307 West 26th Street right here in town). The show is called The Dave Hill Explosion and critics are already calling it the most incredible thing that has ever happened in North America." [Dave Hill]

Rufus Wainwright is the guest at this show. Buy $5.00 tickets.

Rufus plays the Beacon Theater the two nights before.

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Amy Phillips Says: Go see Rah Bras

"Richmond, Virginia spazz/electro/goth trio Rah Bras are my favorite band named after an article of clothing right now (sorry the Shirts and Pants Yell!). Actually, that's putting it mildly: Rah Bras just might be my favorite band named after anything right now.......The rest of the Pitchfork staff thinks I'm crazy. But I think they're crazy for liking Deerhoof..." [Amy Phillips on Pitchfork]

You'll find songs on their label's site. They're playing Kingsland Tavern in Brooklyn on the 29th of October. All dates below...

TOUR DATES
10-24 Philadelphia, PA - Silk City *
10-25 Baltimore, MD - Charm City *#
10-26 Chapel Hill, NC - Wetlands *#
10-27 Charlottesville, VA - Satellite *#
10-28 Richmond, VA - Empire Lounge *#
10-29 Brooklyn, NY - Kingsland Tavern *$

* with Measles Mumps Rubella
# with VCR
$ with DFHC

Previously
Amy Phillips news editor at Pitchfork | RIP More in the Monitor | Antony

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Manic Mess: Pitchfork vs. Kemado Records

* PF gave Diamond Nights a 5.4
* PF gave Diamond Nights a 4.9
* PF gave Lansing-Dreiden a 3.7
* PF gave Lansing-Dreiden a 5.4

"sure, they gave the dungen reissue a high grade, but it's probably because they had no other choice, given the fact that the whole world would have smelled the proverbial something fishy had they done otherwise." [Manic Mess]

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TMT gave Rehearsing My Choir a perfect score

"The Fiery Furnaces have taken the medium of music and turned it on its ear. The band is able to score the soundtrack to everyday life, thus breathing life into the music itself. Every single song evolves into a chapter or a short film with its very own plot, dialogue, climax, and illogical conclusion. Listening to a Fiery Furnaces album is akin to reading Richard Brautigan, Edgar Lee Masters, or Sherwood Anderson. However, these separate apexes combine to form one surprisingly cohesive tale." [Tiny Mix Tapes gives RMC a 5/5*] (thx Dylan)

* they also gave Blueberry Boat & the EP a perfect score

Previously
Pitchfork Doesn't Like It
Its Selling at Insound
The Fiery Furnaces playing, owning Northsix
Indie Rock Models | Fiery Furnaces, Keren Ann
The Fiery Furnaces @ Town Hall, NYC | pics
FF' Rehearsing My Choir | Reports from Toronto
The Fiery Furnaces | Rehearsing My Choir

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Wolf Parade @ Bowery Ballroom, NYC | pics

I've been listening to Wolf Parade's Apologies to the Queen Mary pretty obsessively since their CMJ show. They sealed the deal last night at Bowery Ballroom (October 24, 2005). Yeah, maybe they started off a little slow, but that was all forgotten well before they played No More Dinner Bells to finish off their 2-song encore.

I loved the 2-3 new songs too- can't wait for the next album. Yeti & Prefix say the crowd was weak. It's true their wasn't much dancing, but I thought it was actually one of the rowdiest Bowery Ballroom crowds I've seen in a while. Maybe that was just because of the two or three hecklers. They kept yelling for Modern World and Grounds for Divorce. Another guy kept reminding them they were in NYC. Bowery Ballroom crowds just don't move very much.

"The live set was a bit more timid, this time, like they had less to prove and no urge to impress. They came out flat – but then, they did last time, too; the boys in the Parade might think about doing a couple laps before a show, if this is a recurring problem. It seemed odd that, about halfway through their hour-long show, the best stuff we’d heard was the new stuff: They played three new songs, and clearly enjoyed sinking their teeth into those." [Heartonastick]

They never did play Grouns for Divorce. Bumpershine listed that as one of the resons he didn't like the show. Unlike Bumpershine, Jay Loose Record thought the show was great, but listed his top 5 things he didn't like anyway. Central Village liked it too, has more pics.

Previously
Riff Raff Interviews Wolf Parade
Wolf Parade Selling Well
Wolf Parade playing NYU w/ Dirty on Purpose
Wolf Parade | Apologies to Queen Mary
Wolf Parade @ Bowery Ballroom, NYC | CMJ | pics

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92.3 K-Rock Shutting Down | Now Talk Radio

"some very HOT news off the Howard Stren show this morning, New York City's long running premiere rock radio station, 92.3 KROCK is changing formats and going to TALK radio as of January 3rd!! holy shit! there's been some speculation, but official word came this morning and most KROCK DJ's and staff learned the details from Howard Stern's show today! even K-Rock's biggest names like Julie Slater are going to be laid off." [Cityrag]

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Patti Smith "Horses" Tickets on Sale | Flea

Nov 30 at 7:30pm
BAM Howard Gilman Opera House
$20, 35, 40, 45

"In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the release of Horses, Patti Smith and her band—featuring guitarist Lenny Kaye, drummer Jay Dee Daugherty, bass player Tony Shanahan, and guitarist Tom Verlaine with special guest, Flea—perform a rare, complete version of Smith’s groundbreaking debut album and other favorites, including Because the Night, Like a Rolling Stone, Dancing Barefoot, and more." (thx Adam)

Previously
Patti Smith 2005 Tour Dates | U2 & BAM in Brooklyn
Lenny Kaye | You Call it Madness | Mo Pitkens

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October 24, 2005

Third NYC Jon Brion Show Added

I published my Gothamist post about 2.5 hours ago. Some time between now and then, the 2nd Jon Brion show at Canal Room sold out, and a third Wednesday show was added.

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Random Music Notes

They warned us {Hopefully, their blood ties are enough to get them through the gauntlet of hasty criticism and undeserved scorn Rehearsing is about to face.). The Fiery Furnaces' Rehearsing my Choir is officially bad. Not everyone thinks so. Many more reviews linked at TheFieryFurnaces.net.

Pitchfork wants to like Metric, others really do. (pics from their recent Southpaw show)

They don't like Tim Fite either. (pics from Joe's Pub)

That Beatles' Rubber Soul tribute album featuring people like Ted Leo and Sufjan Stevens AND the Fiery Furnaces, is just sort of OK.

BIRD HAS FLOWN AUDIO STREAMS (real audio)
"Michelle" - Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals
"I'm Looking Through You" - Ted Leo
"What Goes On" - Sufjan Stevens
"You Won't See Me" - Dar Williams

Riff Raff interviewed Wolf Parade. They're playing 3 times in NYC this week.

Madonna pulled a big publicity stunt this weekend to promote her new single. BTAE has the song mashed up with MIA.

Wilco posted 4 songs from their upcoming "Live in Chicago" double album. (via Chromewaves)

Dirty Three has a new album out called Cinder. Chan Marshall (aka Cat Power) sings on some tracks. She's also in their new video. Stream the whole album and watch the video at Touch & Go. Congrats if you got tickets to the free Cat Power show. Here's hoping she doesn't suffer another meltdown. (via Stereogum). Here's another recent show review. (new Cat Power song still available)

Tickets for the Depeche Mode show Friday at Bowery Ballroom were selling for $400 a piece.

That's it for now.

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Craig Wedren's "Lapland" | Record Release

Craig Wedren's debut album on Conor Oberst's Team Love label comes out tomorrow (October 25, 2005). He'll be celebrating and performing tonight at 10:00 (Oct 24) at Mo Pitkins in NYC. Listen to four tracks at MySpace.

Previously
Craig Wedren signs to Team Love
Craig Wedren performs with Angela McCluskey

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This Week's NYC Shows @ Gothamist

No full show listing this week. Just a few highlights instead. (Wolf Parade, Jon Brion, New Buffalo, Mountain Goats & more...) If you miss the full listing, let me know.

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Brazilian Girls & Beans playing Southpaw | Kudu Remix

Friday, November 11 at 8:00 PM
Brazilian Girls featuring Beans
U.S.$20.00

Fellow Nublu band Kudu posted a new remix for download on their Myspace page.

Previously
KUDU, Nublu, & a Deli Magazine Show

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October 23, 2005

Arctic Monkeys' debut tops charts | Video

"Sheffield rock band the Arctic Monkeys have topped the UK singles charts with their debut track, after building up a fan base on the internet. I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor trumped pop trio the Sugababes after three weeks in the number one spot. Arctic Monkeys gained a significant following thanks to the marketing power of the internet, and were eventually signed by Domino Records." [BBC]

Watch a live video @ The BBC (will pop new window)

Previously
Arctic Monkeys playing 5 North American Shows
Arctic Monkeys | Hype? | Stream Their Songs

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Madonna Does Misshapes & Roxy

MADONNA @ MISSHAPES | 10/22/05

"The rumors proved true and Madonna showed up for a promotional appearance at the MisShapes party at Luke and Leroy in NYC West Village, and I was there for the apperance, thanks to Trent at Pink is the New Blog for the heads up on this one. She showed up 12 people deep in three vehicles wearing an amazing around the neck blue dress. The club is very small and more of a hipster hangout than the big clubs in the Meatpacking district. Because of this they don't have backdoors or secret entrances. She walked right in through the front door. As soon as she came in the crowd went crazy. She went up to the DJ booth and said a little hello and then introduced her single. Pretended to a little DJing and the hung out while the at least 20 minute remix version of Hung Up played in the background!...." [You Know Music]

MADONNA @ MISSHAPES | 10/22/05

"BUT, her Madgesty wasn't done there ... next up she hit The Roxy" [Pink is the New Blog]

MADONNA @ THE ROXY | 10/22/05

For more awesome photos, check out Madonna.nu.

MADONNA @ THE ROXY | 10/22/05

BONUS LINKS
VV says Misshapes is the Best Place to Get Bi if You're Straight
Paper Magazine does the Misshapes Crew (and here)
Halloween MFkr Party to be @ Roxy

Previously
No Gwen Stefani @ Misshapes Last Night
Lady Miss Kier @ Luke & Leroy, NYC | Pic
Xiu Xiu @ Misshapes

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8 Bit Musicians Jailed for Hanging Flyers

"While putting up flyers for the International Chiptune Resistance show at The Tank this coming Saturday, Nullsleep and Bit Shifter were approached by two plainclothes police officers, arrested, handcuffed, informed that 'a cleaner New York is a safer New York,' and taken to the NYPD 9th Precinct police station for processing and a nice stay in the NYPD's luxurious high-security accommodations. Stripped of belts and shoelaces (to prevent suicide by hanging), the police missed Bit Shifter's camera/web-phone, allowing exploitation of some irresistible photo-op moments, as well as a unique opportunity to set Bit Shifter's AIM away message to 'I'm in jail.'" [Photos from jail @ Bit Shifter's website]
(via the oh so quiet show via music thing via kathrynyu)

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October 22, 2005

Priestess | Audio Streams | Tour Dates

Priestess is a heavy metal/rock buzz band from Montreal that I missed at Pop Montreal, and during CMJ, and when they sat in for Black Mountain at the Bowery. Coolfer recently reported their signing to RCA. They've got 3 songs & 2 videos you can stream at their website, and at their MySpace page.

They're playing the free Ace Fu show in NYC on October 27th, and they're back to play Bowery Ballroom on December 3rd. All tour dates below...

10/27/05 New York, NY The Delancey
10/31/05 Toronto, ON Bovine Sex Club
11/16/05 Marie, ON Foggy Nations Bar and Grill
11/17/05 Thunder Bay, ON Kilroys
11/18/05 Winnipeg, MB The Zoo
11/19/05 Saskatoon, SK Amigo's
11/22/05 Vancouver, BC Richard's on Richard's
11/24/05 Calgary, AB The Underground
11/25/05 Edmondton, AB Victory Lounge
11/28/05 Minneapolis, MN 7th Street Entry
11/29/05 Chicago, IL Empty Bottle
11/30/05 Detroit, MI Magic Stick
12/03/05 New York, NY Bowery Ballroom
12/04/05 South Burlington, VT Higher Ground

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The Ace Fu Chinatown BBQ | Free NYC Show

Ace Fu records presents the 3rd Annual Ace Fu Chinatown Barbeque: Halloween Edition @ The Delancey in NYC on October 27, 2005 - FREE.

THE BANDS
Man Man (10:30pm)
Priestess (9:30pm)
The A-Sides (8:30pm)
& Michael Leviton (7:30pm)

with DJ Art (WPRB Princeton radio) & his bad self!
with free omniverous bbq treats!
with Neighborhoodies making shirts on the spot!
with a Covert Costume Contest with prizes from Ace Fu, Stop Smiling Magazine, Solid PR, Neighborhoodies, and more! Wear a Halloween costume to get a raffle ticket to win your prize!

open Tiger Beer bar 9-10pm!
The Ace Fu logo on your arm or a Halloween costume on your bod gets a free raffle ticket! complimentary Red Stripe 9-10pm!

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Bowie, Karen O, & TVOTR @ Franz Ferdinand

TV On the Radio opened for Franz Ferdinand at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in NYC on October 18, 2005. In the above photo we see David Bowie, Karen O, and TV on the Radio hanging backstage. More where that came from at Last Night's Party.

AND...
Last Night's Party does the Rapture
Last Night's Party Turns 1
The Voice awards Last Night's Party

Previously
Franz Ferdinand Live Reviews
Bowie Backstage with Antony
Bowie on stage with Arcade Fire
Bowie watched CYHSY

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Goodbye Tale of Two Cities | Hello Gawker

This may be the last time I ever link to Tale of Two Cities. After almost two years of writing his own website, Joey is shutting down. The good news: we can still find him via his new positions writing for Curbed and.....Gawker.

Joey says goodbye.

LOOKING BACK
TOTC on De Novo Dahl
TOTC CMJ Preview
TOTC Likes Lightning Bolt
TOTC on Indie Yuppies
TOTC recommends Thunderbirds are Now
TOTC writes the doorman
M.I.A., Nick Catchdubs, Tale of Two Cities
CMJ 2004 Schedule via TOTC

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Devin Davis playing NYC & Chicago

Devin Davis is returning to NYC to play a solo acoustic show at Mercury Lounge on November 19th 18th. He plays Chicago on November 14th. Details on his tour page.

Previously
Devin Davis Guest Blogs 'Said the Gramophone'

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Pocket Remixes Antony | MP3

Pocket from Burnside Project is back with a new remix. This time it's Antony & The Johnsons's My Lady Story. Download it at his site.

Previously
Burnside Project's Gear Stolen
Joanna Newsom Pocket Remix | MP3
Antony, Jimmy Scott & Friends | Backstage @ Carnegie

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Burnside Project's Gear Stolen

"Burnside Project has been robbed for the second time in 6 months. The first time, our studio was broken into, this time our car (and yes, we keep things locked.) Some gear recovered from the last theft has been stolen again! If anyone happens to see the following equipment being re-sold around the NYC area and would like to help us out, please contact us at burnsideproject@yahoo.com."

The stuff...

Yamaha DX7 Keyboard (in soft case)
Yamaha QY-70 Sequencer (missing battery cover in back)
Boss DD-3 Digital Delay Pedal
Danelectro Distortion Pedal
1977 Gibson Melody Maker Guitar w/Seymour Duncan humbucker pickups, two small drill holes on back - in case. Cherrywood.
Metal Looking Case filled with:
Brand New Ibanez Tube Screamer Pedal
Boss Digital Delay Pedal
Tuner
cords and picks
Orange Tremolo Pedal
Blue Sustain Pedal

"In the meantime, we are forced to empty our pockets to buy some new gear, which should be available for theft sometime next week. - BP"

Previously
Burnside Project | New Album, MP3s & Record Releae Party
The Raveonettes Gear & Van Stolen in Brooklyn

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October 21, 2005

Tom Morello opening for The Coup @ Southpaw

Tom Morello from Rage against the Machine and Audioslave is playing an acoustic show at Southpaw in Brooklyn. Rolling Stone rated Tom the 26th greatest guitarist of all time. The Coup headline what should be a highly political pre-Halloween night..

Sunday, October 30 8:00 PM (7:30 PM doors)
The Coup plus Lifesavas and Nightwatchman (Tom Morello solo acoustic)
at Southpaw, New York City
U.S.$12.00

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Matisyahu & Saul Williams to Duet + Death Cab playing MTVu Awards

"mtvU, MTV’s college network, today announced performers for the 2005 mtvU Woodie Awards -- the only show honoring the music voted best by the college audience. Set to take the stage at the first-ever live “Woodies” music event and ceremony are mtvU favorites Death Cab for Cutie, Little Brother and Matisyahu. Saul Williams will also perform at the event, joining Matisyahu for a special, first-ever collaboration. The 2005 mtvU Woodie Awards will take place November 2nd at Roseland Ballroom in New York City and will premiere on mtvU on November 10th. Additional performers and presenters will be announced shortly."

Previously
2005 MTV Woodie Awards @ Roseland Ballroom Nov. 2
Matisyahu @ Webster Hall, NYC | pics
Indie Bands Closer to Mainstream | The Next Death Cab

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Stream the new Deerhoof | Runners Four | Remixes

Listen to The Runners Four, the new album by Deerhoof. It's the 8th best selling CD at Insound right now.

Deerhoof also presents Deermix. Make your own remixes. Download ones made by others.

Previously
Get a lot of Deerhoof MP3s

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Insound's Top 10 Albums

The 10 Best Selling Albums at Insound Right Now

1. Animal Collective | Feels
2. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah | Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
3. The Mars Volta | Scab Dates (Live Album) PRE-ORDER
4. Broken Social Scene | Broken Social Scene
5. Wolf Parade | Apologies to the Queen Mary
6. Neutral Milk Hotel | In the Aeroplane Over the Sea
7. Boards of Canada | Campfire Headphase
8 Deerhoof | The Runners Four
9. The Fiery Furnaces | Rehearsing My Choir
10. Constantines | Tournament of Hearts

See the top 100.

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Jack White + Brendan Benson = the Raconteurs

'I don't want it to sound anything like the White Stripes,' says Jack White of his newest project, the Raconteurs. 'This is a full-on band -- dual songwriters coming together, building off one another, bouncing off each other.' [Rolling Stone]

RELATED
Jack White Kills Raccoon with Bike. Wears Helmet, Adidas Shorts, and Lycra
When It Comes to the White Stripes, Size Matters
Jack White produces single for his old teacher
Acting in a White Stripes/Michel Gondry Video, Part 2

Previously
White Stripes, Shins, M Ward | Stream on NPR

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More Heartbeats - The Remix | MP3

Thank you 'On the Download' for accusing me of plagarism. If you hadn't, I never would have found David Day's post that conveniently posts the original Knife version of Heartbeats, the Jose Gonzalez cover, and THE REMIX.

Previously
"Heartbeat" by The Knife | MP3 | Jose Gonzalez Cover

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Devendra Banhart @ Webster Hall, NYC | pics (part 1)

The Devendra Banhart show last night at Webster Hall (October 20, 2005) was a who's who of "freak-folk." The Hairy Fairy band includes members of Espers, Currituck Co, and Vetiver. Special guests on stage included Tarantula A.D., Cocorosie, Bunnybrains, and Devendra-regulars like Will. Antony was name checked.

I'm a huge fan of artist collaboration, especially with Devendra. Unfortunately I think he's taken the recreation of the 60's thing too far - not because I can't dig it, but because the stage show is ruining what we're there for in the first place: the music. I didn't feel any of the magic last night.

This doesn't mean I'm giving up on Devendra. Maybe he needs some rest. Maybe the sound wasn't that good at Webster Hall. Maybe the band drank too much magic punch. Maybe I was really tired (I was). The recent CMJ show at Bowery was actually pretty tight.

Stay tuned for more pictures that better capture the craziness. Bunnybrains & Tarantula AD opened.

UPDATE: danfun felt what I did

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Tarantula A.D. (w/ CocoRosie) @ Webster Hall, NYC | pics

Devendra Banhart, Sierra Cassidy from CocoRosie and members of Inouk make guest appeances on the Book of Sand , the new album by Tarantula A.D. (out on November 8) Last night at the Devendra Banhart show at Webster Hall (October 20, 2005), Sierra joined Tarantula during their opening set to play some songs off that album.

Previously
Members of Tarantula join CocoRosie @ Town Hall
Tarantula Plays on Devendra Banhart's new Album
Tarantula & CocoRosie join Devendra @ Tonic

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New Decemberists Songs | Downloads @ The Archive

You can stream three new Decembeists songs (performed live) on the Decemberists' fake Pure Volume page. (thx Brooke)

And if you didn't know already, the Decemberists are on the Internet Archive. Right now there are 10 live shows up there for download. You'll need lossless FLAC software to listen to them though.

Previously
The Decemberists & Whale @ Webster Hall, NYC | pics

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Jose Gonzalez live on WFMU Stream

Jose Gonzalez played some songs live on NJ's WFMU the day before his sold out show at the Living Room in NYC. To listen, fast forward the Real Player stream to the 51:30 mark. Thanks for the tip Jerry (sorry you couldn't get in).

RELATED
* The Village Voice named Friday on WFMU the Best Day of Radio
* WFMU has a video of Prince on American Bandstand

Previously
"Heartbeat" by The Knife | MP3 | Jose Gonzalez Cover

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More Live Islands | MP3s

Islands opened for Beck at Pop Montreal on September 28, 2005. YANP posted the whole set for download. That means the last set he posted was the October 1st show I almost saw.

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New Strokes Leak & Leak & Leak & Leak

Four new tracks by the Strokes have "leaked" .... one by one. If you're looking for places to download them, try here, here, here, and here.If you think the whole thing is fishy, Think Tank agrees.

Previously
Report from the Strokes Video Casting Call
An Elliot Smith Leak

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The "Oh My Rockness" Best of Awards | Vote

"In addition to the usual "Best Of" fare, Oh My Rockness is compiling a list of our readers' picks for this year's best (and worst) New York City shows." (as seen on Yeti Don't Dance)

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October 20, 2005

Nomi, Armen Ra, & High Priest @ Rothko, NYC | pics

Nomi blew me (and all the Sunset Park kids) away Saturday night at Rothko in Manhattan (October 15, 2005). Not only did she perform her hip-hop soul with a full band, there was the magic of Armin Ra's theramin, the skillful scratching by DJ High Priest, AND A PORTISHEAD COVER (theremin included).

Nomi posted this letter on her website: "We want to thank everyone who came out to celebrate the release of Nomi's debut album 'Lost In Lust' this weekend @ Rothko. There was such a beautiful crowd.

In the words of DJ High Priest who blessed us with a brilliant set, "...it reminded me of back in the days when tough rappers would be chillin downtown with the art kids and new kinds of music and art was born."

Also gracing us with their presence was Joan As Police Woman who's solo set made the evening that much more special. Kornares kicked off the evening with rhymes and beats straight from Nomi's hometown Sunset Park, Brooklyn.

Nomi performed with a full band that included Joe Pascarell on guitar (The Machine), Jason Di Matea on bass (Chocolate Genius/Reuben Bachart) Todd Cohen on drums (The Machine/Antony & the Johnsons) and the haunting Armen Ra on theramin. Nomi performed 2 new songs during her set and we've posted video of these performances in our Media section."

* Antony, a few of the Johnsons, CocoRosie, and Jason Hart were in the Rothko audience.
* Nomi sang Antony's part in "Beautiful Boyz" with CocoRosie a day earlier at Tonic and before that at Town Hall. Antony & The Johnsons played Carnegie Hall two days earlier.
* You can listen to clips of Nomi's new album at her website, but unfortunately the CD doesn't capture the magic of her live show (which you can watch videos of at her website too). Tiny Mix Tapes gave Lost in Lust a 3/5.

Previously
Joan as Policewoman @ Rothko, NYC | pics
Go See Nomi @ Rothko (@ Gothamist)

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"Heartbeat" by The Knife | MP3 | Jose Gonzalez Cover

So it ends up my favorite José González song is a cover. Heartbeat is by Swedish electronic duo The Knife. Now I love both versions.

* Download the original @ guava maffiosa
* Listen to the cover @ Jose's MySpace

Jose played it at The Living Room.

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Lou Reed & Laurie Anderson playing Canal Park Friday

"The new Canal Park at the west end of Canal St. might be a tiny sliver of green in the concrete madness that is the West Side Highway, but that doesn’t mean it’s undeserving of a hearty welcome. The new park will be dedicated on Fri., Oct. 21, at 2 p.m. to the tune of Lou Reed, the illustrious front man from Velvet Underground turned solo singer. Reed and his wife, Laurie Anderson, are members of the Canal Park Conservancy, which will help fund the maintenance of the triangular oasis. The free concert starts at 7:30 p.m." [Downtownexpress]

Previously
Laurie Anderson & Lou Reed hangin' with Antony

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Report from the Strokes Video Casting Call

"ok, so on wednesday of last week i was web surfing at work (shock!) and i noticed there was a casting call for the new strokes video (for 'juicebox'), amongst '70 year old socialites' and 'cab drivers' they were looking for real life gay couples who were willing to AGGRESSIVELY MAKE OUT ON CAMERA. i considered if i should send in a photo of billy and me...oh, for about .23 seconds knowing full well that this posting was all over the internet i figured our chances of hearing back were slim to none. then on thursday morning i get an e-mail... from 'steve from the casting company'. he wants to see billy and i because we are perfect for the video, but we must DRESS EAST VILLAGE HIPSTER, he emphasized that about 7 times...." [The Music Slut] (via Prefix & The Modern Age)

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Top 10 Songs That Rhyme "Bacardi" with "Party"

1. "It's My Life" - Mariah Carey
2. "The Jump Off" - Lil' Kim feat. Mr. Cheeks
3. "You Be Illin'" - Run D.M.C.
4. "Where The Party At" - Jagged Edge feat. Nelly
5. "In Da Club" - 50 Cent
6. "Get Ur Freak On (Remix)" - Missy Elliott feat. Twista
7. "Thug Lovin'" - Ja Rule feat. Bobby Brown
8. "Triple Trouble" - Beastie Boys
9. "Jack The Ripper" - LL Cool J
10. "Don't U Know" - ODB feat. Killah Priest

Check out more meaningless music lists. (via Prefix)

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Ghouls with Attitude | Vols 1 & 2 | MP3s

Here's a Halloween repost from last year. Download 51 horror-themed MP3s (hint: click on the numbers to find the music)

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Do They Know It's Halloween | The Video
More Death & Horror | Halloween Sound Effect MP3s

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Antony, Jimmy Scott & Friends | Backstage @ Carnegie

ANTONY, JIMMY & FRIENDS (©Timothy Greenfield-Sanders)

Laurie Anderson, Bette Midler, Lou Reed, and David Bowie pose with Antony Hagerty & Jimmy Scott backstage at Carnegie Hall in this photo I snagged from the Huffington Post.

Previously
Jimmy Scott (w/ Antony) @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics
Antony & The Johnsons @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics
Lou Reed joins Antony @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics

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Do They Know It's Halloween | The Video

D.A.D.D.Y. presents the music video for Do They Know It's Halloween. (as seen on YANP)

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Do They Know It's Halloween | Listen

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Islands played Pop Montreal | MP3s & Stuff

ISLANDS @ ACADEMY CLUB, MONTREAL | OCT 1, 2005

Islands, feauturing ex-Unicorns, played twice during the 2005 Pop Montreal festival. They opened for Beck, and they headlined their own Saturday night showcase at Academy Club. I went to the Academy Club show, but I had to drive back to NYC the next morning so I left before they went on (2 AM I think) (I saw openers Alan Astor & Holy Fuck though).

"Islands mixed folk with indie rock. 7 musicians were giving all they had, despite the overwhelming heat. Subtitle and Busdriver did a tag team collabo during one of their songs. The quick flow and rapid tempo worked really well. It was the highlight of the night and put a grin on my face." ['insert clever name' was at the Academy show]

* There's no date in his post, so I'm not clear which of the two shows You Ain't No Picasso posted as MP3s for download.
* Said the Gramophone (who posted a studio MP3) said Islands was the best show he saw at Pop Montreal (also not sure which one he was at).
* Jim Guthrie played with Islands.

(photo courtesy of 'insert clever name')

Previously
Unicorns contribute to Do They Know It's Hallowwen
New Music from the Unicorns (sort of) | Islands | MP3s
Jason Collett @ Main Hall | Pop Montreal | pics
CocoRosie @ La Tulipe | Pop Montreal | pics
TTC Pics & Reviews | NYC & Pop Montreal

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John "Mountain Goat" Darnelle's Indie Crushes

KAKI KING (photo courtesy of gowiggle.com)

Now that Scarlett Johansson's mainstream makeover is complete, indie guys from coast to coast are wondering: on whom shall I crush now?

John Darnelle's answers include Kaki King, his wife, and others. (via Chromewaves & Largeheartedboy)

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Kaki King @ CMJ | pic
Halloween w/ The Mountain Goats

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October 19, 2005

Jose Gonzalez signs to Mute NA | Get his CD

"Jose Gonzelez’ Veneer, which finally got a Stateside release via Hidden Agenda/Parasol, is a standout singer-songwriter album in a genre that always has an oversupply of good artists. It was announced last week that Gonzalez has signed with Mute North America. Gonzalez packed NYC’s The Living Room last night and had the hushed crowd applauding with vigor after each song. His cover of Massive Attack’s 'Teardrop' was especially moving." [Coolfer]

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Jose Gonzalez @ The Living Room, NYC | pics

José González was absolutely amazing last night at The Living Room in NYC (October 18, 2005). He played after Emm Gryner and before Mike Wexler (and Doveman) at the CMJ-sponsored show. The over-capacity crowd was clearly there to see him. Emm was lucky to get the large earlybird audience. Wexler was not as lucky. Not only did he have to follow an extremely talented musician, 90% of the crowd left after Gonzalez. I didn't, though admittedly it was hard to think anything sounded good after hearing Jose sing and play guitar. He played at least two covers to close the pre-encore set: a Kylie Minogue song and Massive Attack's Teardrop. The encore was two more songs.

Jose is a superstar in his home country of Sweden. Those who didn't know it already, probably figured it out after seeing the small mob of Nordic women surrounding him after the show. Jose gave out lots of autographs. If he's promoted properly in the U.S., I think we'll see him playing Radio City in no time.

I missed My Morning Jacket & Franz Ferdinand for this show.

Previously
Go See Jose Gonzalez (@ Gothamist)
José González | MP3s| 1st U.S. Show (tonight)
CMJ Presents Doveman, Mike Wexler & more @ Living Room

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Elliott Smith Unreleased MP3s

"While many of these songs were most likely recorded before the 'Basement' era, the leak includes a variety of unreleased songs (& one live song 'Another Standard Folk Song'). The key songs to download are 'Abused' (with lyrics), Riot Coming, High Times, New Disaster, The Worst Part is Almost Over, & Untitled (being called 'Sticks & Stones' by the fans). These were previously unavailable and were most likely some of later songs that Elliott worked on. Some of the songs sound like the same versions seen from the Either/Or Demos, but others are better sounding (especially 'Going Nowhere')." (via Catchdubs)

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Contest to win Depeche Mode "small club" show Tickets

J&R Music World has no more tickets at the store, but you can enter this contest. (via Productshop)

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My Morning Jacket Live Reviews & Downloads

My Morning Jacket played the Avalon in Boston Saturday (10/15) and Webster Hall in NYC last night.

"My Morning Jacket show on Saturday night at the Avalon left with seriously melted face and with sock rocked completely off. They played through a mixture of both old a new material." [Who's Driving the Bus]

The entire 10/15 show is available as MP3s at the archive and there are 30 other MMJ shows there you can download too.

Watch their new video at Filter.

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Franz Ferdinand Live Reviews

FRANZ FERDINAND IN LA | OCTOBER 8, 2005

Franz Ferdinand played the Theatre at Madison Square Garden in NYC last night.

"They started with 'Jacqueline' and ended with 'This Fire.' In between, they played…a lot of stuff. Even from my view, from which I could make our the band’s general movement on toothpick legs, I was blown away. The sound is a bit funky in the MSG theater but it didn’t kill my eardrums. Being closer would’ve been great but I, someone who rarely shows any inkling of dancing ability, kind of danced. Kind of. The first time I saw FF, I wasn’t a fan; afterwards, with the realization, “Holy shit, they made me feel like dancing,” I was won over." [The Oh So Quiet Show]

Talk about it in the comments...

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Ryan Adams & Willie Nelson | 2 Nights @ Beacon

Wed, 11/16/05 & Thu, 11/17/05
Willie Nelson with Ryan Adams & the Cardinals
Beacon Theatre New York, NY Find Tickets

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Willie Nelson | Reggae released & Farm Aid
Ryan Adams & Friends @ Irving Plaza, NYC | pics

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Download an Elbow Session MP3

"Xfm is offering up a 20-minute mp3 of an Elbow session which includes an interview with Guy Garvey and live performances of 'Leaders of the Free World', 'Forget Myself' and 'Station Approach.' I've uploaded it to rapidshare since it took 2 hours to DL from xfm's site."

Previously
Elbow playing Hiro Ballroom

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Bowery Ballroom Depeche Mode Tickets

Tickets for the small club Depeche Mode show in NYC on October 28 are available now at J&R Music World (across from City Hall, NYC) with purchase of the new Depeche Mode CD.

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October 18, 2005

Chad VanGaalen Touring | Mercury Lounge

SubPop's tour date section has Chad VanGaalen in Cambridge, MA on December 3rd. He's also playing Mercury Lounge in NYC one day earlier (the 2nd). Tickets are on sale.

BlogCritics reviewed his album last week.

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Chad VanGaalen @ Bowery Ballroom, NYC | CMJ | pics

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New (live) Clap Your Hands Say Yeah MP3s

A new taping of Satan Said Dance and three more songs for download at You Ain't No Picasso.

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Xiu Xiu & Other Passengers playing NYU

Thursday, November 3, 2005
Other Passengers w/Xiu Xiu @ NYU:
Venue: Skirball Center
566 Laguardia Place
All Ages with NYU ID
$7 (w/ NYU ID); $15 General Public - available Day of Show only (if available)

ALSO
* Other Passengers continue their residency @ Pianos tonight
* Ear Farm & Heartonastick like Other Passengers
* Xiu Xiu Collaborate With Larsen, Release Live Album

Previously
Xiu Xiu Xiu Xiu
BV Interviews Other Passengers
Wolf Parade playing NYU w/ Dirty on Purpose

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New Years Eve w/ Black Crowes & My Morning Jacket | presale

Productshop confirmed that The Black Crowes are playing Madison Square Garden on New Years Eve with My Morning Jacket and North Mississippi Allstars.

Onsale to General Public: Sat, 10/22/05 09:00 AM EDT

Fan Club Presale
Start: Wed, 10/19/05 12:00 PM EDT | End: Wed, 10/19/05 09:00 PM EDT

AND
* My Morning Jacket headline Webster Hall tonight
* Fiona Apple @ Nokia tickets also on sale Saturday

Previously
Fiona Apple on Letterman - Video | Tix (not) on Sale
New Years Eve w/ Clap Your Hands Say Yeah

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This Week's NYC Shows @ Gothamist

Jose Gonzalez, Doveman, Other Passengers, The Undisputed Heavyweights, Les Claypool, My Morning Jacket, Son Volt, Devendra Banhart, Bunnybrains, Adult, Mates of State, and more in my weekly list of shows at Gothamist.

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Voxtrot, Sound Team & Single Frame | Tour Dates

Voxtrot (picture in Tribeca), Sound Team (pics from Summerstage) & Single Frame (pics from Pianos) are bands from Austin, Texas. Sound Team is playing Mercury Lounge in NYC on November 22nd, Voxtrot will be at Mercury Lounge on December 7th, Single Frame is playing the Knitting Factory tap bar on December 19th. All tour dates below...

VOXTROT TOUR DATES
12.02 Dallas, TX - The Cavern
12.03 Lawrence, KS - Jackpot Saloon
12.07 New York, NY - Mercury Lounge
12.08 Waltham, MA - Back Bay
12.09 Cambridge, MA - Pa's Lounge
12.10 Washington, DC - Warehouse Next Door
12.12 Atlanta, GA - Lenny's Bar

SINGLE FRAME TOUR DATES
Friday, Oct 21 - The Cavern - Dallas, TX W/ Mazinga Phaser, Black Lights
Sunday, Oct 30 - Emo's - Austin, TX W/ Go Go Go Airheart & The Joggers
Thursday, Nov 3 - Flamingo Cantina - Austin, TX Misprint Party
Friday, Nov 4 - Super Happy Funland - Houston, TX W/ The Mathletes, The Dimes, Tambersauro
Saturday, Nov 5 - Revolutions - Bryan, TX
+++ FOLLOWING DATES WITH MIXEL PIXEL +++
Wednesday, Nov 30 - Rubber Gloves - Denton, TX
Thursday, Dec 1 - House of Rock & Roll - El Paso, TX
Friday, Dec 2 - Atomic Cantina - Albuquerque, NM
Saturday, Dec 3 - Modified Arts - Phoenix, AZ
Sunday, Dec 4 - Knitting Factory - Los Angeles, CA
Tuesday, Dec 6 - Chain Reaction - Anaheim, CA
Wednesday, Dec 7 - Hemlock Tavern - San Francisco, CA
Friday, Dec 9 - Towne Lounge - Portland, OR
Saturday, Dec 10 - Alfie's - Aberdeen, WA
Monday, Dec 12 - Hi Dive - Denver, CO
Wednesday, Dec 14 - Vaudville Mews - Des Moines, IA
Thurday, Dec 15 - Corktown Tavern - Detroit, MI
Friday, Dec 16 - Mac's Bar - Lansing, MI
Saturday, Dec 17 - Red Line Tap - Chicago, IL
Sunday, Dec 18 - The High Five - Columbus, OH
Monday, Dec 19 - Knitting Factory Tap Bar - NYC, NY

SOUND TEAM TOUR DATES
NOVEMBER 13 DALLAS @ TREES
NOVEMBER 14 NORMAN, OK @ OPOLIS
NOVEMBER 16 MINNEAPOLIS @ 400 BAR
NOVEMBER 17 CHICAGO @ EMPTY BOTTLE
NOVEMBER 19 CLEVELAND @ BEACHLAND
NOVEMBER 22 NEW YORK @ MERCURY LOUNGE
NOVEMBER 23 PHILADELPHIA @ NORTHSTAR

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José González | MP3s| 1st U.S. Show (tonight)

José González is the most exciting reason to show up at the $7.00 Living Room show tonight. It's the Swedish singer-songwriter's U.S. debut (not counting the Soundfix Records instore he played on Sunday). I've been listening to his CD non-stop for the past few days. You can listen to four songs at Myspace.

"Impeccable classical guitar work sets the rhythm for González' intimate, hushed vocals. He'd fit right in with the current neu-folk folks as well as the regrettably departed parties of Nick Drake and Elliott Smith." [Download an MP3 @ 3hive]

songs:Illinois has three more MP3s from a live performance in Stockholm. (including a cover of Joy Division's Love Will Tear Us Apart)

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CMJ Presents Doveman, Mike Wexler & more @ Living Room

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More Death & Horror | Halloween Sound Effect MP3s

Track titles on "More Death & Horror" include "Gouging Eyeballs," "Suicide by Gas," and "Random Gunshots." Download the 26 track classic album courtesy of Pastor McPurvis.

More Halloween links at Cityrag

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Halloween 1978

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Neil Diamond & Roger Waters | Depressing Songs

"Neil Diamond unveils some of the most stripped-down, heartfelt material of his storied career on "12 Songs," due Nov. 8 via Columbia. As previously reported, the project was produced by Rick Rubin, who encouraged Diamond to play guitar on one of his own albums for the first time in nearly 30 years." [Billboard]

"Roger Waters, a founding member of Pink Floyd, has released an opera about the French Revolution, titled ça Ira. The album is based on Etienne Roda-Gil’s original French libretto." [Audio, story & interview @ NPR]

Neil & Roger both made songs on Tom Reynolds' list of the 25 most depressing songs of all time.

Previously
Pink Floyd @ Live 8 ...The Cure & McCartney
Brooklyn: Coney Island & Neil Diamond

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Danzig (& Doyle Misfits Reunion) @ Nokia Theatre, NYC | pics (part 1)

Danzig & the Danzig/Doyle Misfits @ Nokia Theatre in NYC (October 17, 2005)

Stay tuned for more pics...

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Three Faces of Danzig | Toys Coming Soon
Danzig / Misfits Reunion NYC Pics | Part 2 | Pics

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October 17, 2005

Monday Night's NYC Shows @ Gothamist

Maybe I should switch the post to Tuesdays. Not sure if that would help. Anyway, I just posted Monday night's shows (Danzig, Franz Ferdinand, TV on the Radio, Dirty Three, Liz Phair, etc...) at Gothamist. Tuesday thru Sunday coming soon.

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Eugene Mirman Blogs, Free Show & Stuff

* Eugene Mirman, Nick Kroll, Charles Star & Liam McEneaney are playing a free comedy show @ Lolita Bar on Broome St in NYC tonight (Monday, October 17). It starts at 8PM. It's a weekly party.
* Then if you're up late you can see Eugene again at 11PM tonight with Aziz @ Crash Test (also in NYC obviously).
* AND though the Village Voice has no comedy section, Eugene Mirman DOES blog for them (with exclusive downloads). (via Jinners)
* AND Eugene Mirman was spotted this weekend at the Tokion Creativity Conference. He was heckling David Cross and David Wain.

Previously
Random Eugene Mirman Encounter
Eugene Mirman signs to Sub Pop | Playing Pianos (tix)

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8-bit music & video Fest in NYC Saturday

"Low-bit secret agents from around the world convene at The Tank for an unprecedented micromusic mega-event. Sounds and setups built around the focal point of timeless video game hardware provide the show's theme, with Game Boys, Nintendo Entertainment Systems and other consoles being pushed to unforseen limits by an international all-star array of micromusicians. DAVID SUGAR (UK), RECEPTORS (US), HEY KID NICE ROBOT (US), M-.-n (BE), GLOMAG (US), BUBBLYFISH (US), OMAC (US), NULLSLEEP (US) and BIT SHIFTER (US) conduct high-volume, low-res audio field tests, deploying a lethal combination of danceable rhythms and astonishing beeps, melodies, and tones."

@ The Tank, NYC - October 22 @ 7pm (via Boing Boing)

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Joan as Policewoman @ Rothko, NYC | pics

Joan (as Policewoman) Wasser did a really good job of dealing with the less-than-attentive crowd Saturday night at Rothko in NYC (Oct 15, 2005). She was opening for Nomi to a mostly hip-hop crowd from Sunset Park, Brooklyn. If I didn't feel bad for Joan, I'd say the whole thing was actually pretty funny.

Previously
Joan as Policewoman no longer a Johnson (@ Gothamist)
Joan Wasser playing with Antony

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Fiona Apple on Letterman - Video | Tix (not) on Sale

Catchdubs pointed to this video of Fiona Apple on Letterman (real media).

Tickets are on sale for a bunch of Fiona's upcoming tour dates, but still no NYC.

Previously
Jon Brion playing Canal Room | Tickets
Fluxblog loves Fiona, screwed by Daily News

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Rolling Stone presents a free show @ Canal Room, NYC

You've got to RSVP if you want to see The Sights, Shelby, and New York (worst band name ever) Tuesday night (Oct. 18, 2005).

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The Fiery Furnaces playing, owning Northsix

According to a commenter, the Fiery Furnaces' new drummer owns Northsix in Brooklyn.

Saturday, November 5 at 8:00 PM
The Fiery Furnaces @ Northsix (Brooklyn, NY)
U.S.$15.00
On sale: Monday, October 17 at 4:00 PM Eastern

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Eleanor the Model

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Wall Street Rising Concert Ticket Update

Free tickets for the Wall Street Rising Concert Series became available this morning at 11AM. I just ran over there. The line was wrapped around multiple blocks - most likely multiple hours long. I turned right around. Oh well.

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Indie Rock Models | Fiery Furnaces, Keren Ann

KEREN ANN | FIERY ELEANOR

Keren Ann, Eleanor from the Fiery Furnaces, Tabitha from Joy Zipper, and Sharin Foo from the Raveonettes model clothing in the NY Times. (as seen on Prefix & The Modern Age)

Previously
The Fiery Furnaces @ Town Hall, NYC | pics
Keren Ann @ Southpaw (6/2005), Brooklyn, NY | Pics
The Raveonettes Gear & Van Stolen in Brooklyn

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Jason Collett @ Main Hall | Pop Montreal | pics

The Most Serene Republic, New Buffalo, Apostle of Hustle, and Jason Collett played the Arts & Crafts Showcase at Main Hall in Montreal for the Pop Montreal festival on Friday September 30, 2005. It was a pretty small venue, and they weren't letting anyone else in when I got there. I could hear New Buffalo playing from the hallway/stairwell.

Determined to get in, I hung out next door at Green Room (another Pop Montreal venue) for the next two hours. By 12:30 enough people had cleared out of Main Hall. Andrew Whiteman (Apostle of Hustle) was covering a Metric song when I entered. It was Apostle's last song, but he did come back on stage later to join Jason Collett and band for a few songs. I've seen Jason perform a solo song or two at BSS shows, but wasn't sure what to expect from his own band. They were really, really good.

I was hoping there'd be some Emily Haines action on stage with Jason, but that didn't happen. At Jason's recent Commodore show, Feist came on stage to sing Emily's part in Hangover Days. Vanmega's got a review of that show and an mp3

Previously
New Buffalo Tour Dates | Ben Lee
The Most Serene Republic @ Southpaw, Brooklyn, NY | pics
Non-BSS Arts & Crafts Albums | 666.8 Pitchfork Conspiracy
Metric @ Southpaw, Brooklyn, NY | pics (part 2)
Jason Collett releases a new album
Feist @ Joe's Pub, NYC | Pics
CocoRosie @ La Tulipe | Pop Montreal | pics
Stars @ Mercury Lounge, NYC | Pics
Apostle Of Hustle @ The Hook, Brooklyn, NY | Pics
Broken Social Scene @ Bowery Ballroom Night 2 | Pics

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Jimmy Scott (w/ Antony) @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics

"Jimmy Scott’s musical career has spanned not only decades, but also styles. During the 1940s he performed as a regular on the vaudeville circuit, while the 1950s and ‘60s saw him recording vocals for jazz greats like Lionel Hampton, Ray Charles and Charlie Parker. Today, his career resurgence includes collaborations with rock artists like Lou Reed and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Scott’s fragile vibrato and unique use of timing and phrasing have influenced singers from Billie Holiday to Madonna, and his heartfelt delivery in songs such as 'Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child' resonate with his own life experiences of tragedy and loss." [ Watch and listen to Jimmy Scott @ PBS]

Antony introduced Jimmy Scott 1/3 into his own set by saying something like, "when they told me I would be playing Carnegie Hall, I wondered what people there would want to hear, and I thought Jimmy Scott." When he reintroduced him 2/3 into his own set, he called Jimmy, "the reason we were born." I think Antony would agree that the 3-4 songs Jimmy played from a chair in front of the piano were the highlight of the already awesome evening. Eighty year old Scott's voice filled Carnegie Hall in a way I didn't think was possible. He got two standing ovations, and flowers personally delivered by Antony after he played his last song.

Previously
Antony & The Johnsons @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics
Jimmy Scott playing with Antony (@ Gothamist)

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October 16, 2005

Antony & The Johnsons @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics

These photos are from the Antony & The Johnsons show @ Carnegie Hall in NYC (Oct 13, 2005).

Antony split his set with the legendary Jimmy Scott who came out twice to sing his own songs. Lou Reed joined Antony on stage for the encore. Rufus Wainwright didn't play with Antony, but he was in the audience. David Bowie, Bette Midler, Kate Winslett, Laurie Anderson, Lily Taylor, Richard Gere, Michael Pitt, Joey Arias, Hattie Hatthaway, Dave Deporis, and Jason Hart were also spotted.

Though the most serious of all Antony shows, he snuck some humor in. "The show was wonderful, with a hilarious but also genuinely sorrowful version of Whitney Houston's 'I Want to Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)' (which the singer remade as a love letter to Shania Twain)..." [Loose Strife]

McCollough Sons of Thunder opened.

Previously
Lou Reed joins Antony @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics
Tibet House Benefit Concert 2005 | Pics
Antony | The Reviews are In
Antony & The Johnsons @ Joe's Pub, NYC | Pics

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The Fiery Furnaces @ Town Hall, NYC | pics

It was a little weird to sit through a Fiery Furnaces, but the show at Town Hall Friday night (October 14, 2005) was great. I especially liked hearing the new stuff live. To quote the thighmaster, "it FORKIN rizocked like keira knightley with a shotgun."

Previously
FF' Rehearsing My Choir | Reports from Toronto
The Fiery Furnaces | Rehearsing My Choir
The Fiery Furnaces @ Webster Hall, NYC | Pics
Fiery Furnaces @ Bowery Ballroom, NYC | pics

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October 14, 2005

CMJ Presents Doveman, Mike Wexler & more @ Living Room

Tuesday, October 18 at 7:00 PM
CMJ presents Emm Gryner, Jose Gonzalez, with Mike Wexler, Doveman, & more!!
at Living Room, New York City
21 And Over Only; One Drink Minimum Per Set.
U.S.$7.00

Previously
Mike Wexler @ Sin-e, NYC | CMJ | Pics, MP3s & Stuff
Doveman for a Rainy Day

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Mike Wexler @ Sin-e, NYC | CMJ | Pics, MP3s & Stuff

"The next big name on the new-folk scene is a deeply engaging singer-songwriter free of affectations... with the most gorgeously sandy-textured voice we've heard in ages" Time Out NY

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Back to CMJ. I had some time between Walking Concert at Sin-e and Wolf Parade at Bowery Ballroom. I decided to stay at Sin-e a little longer.

MIKE WEXLER @ SIN-E FOR CMJ | SEPT 17, 2005

The next band was supposed to be Tomorrow's Friend. Their description emphasized their many members, but only two guys were setting up on stage. I figured it was probably Mike Wexler who was listed later on the bill, but I decided to ask one of his friends to make sure. The friend confirmed it was Mike, rolled his eyes, and looked away. Ouch. I guess Tomorrow's Friend cancelled.

Mike started to soundcheck. He didn't like how the lights looked, and he let the sound/light guy know it until everything was just right. Mike came off as an asshole, as did his friend. With a bad taste left in my mouth before he even started, I couldn't enjoy the show. I snapped the above photo and left after a few songs.

When I later sat down to find out more about Wexler, I was disappointed to learn that he's been compared to M. Ward, and his recorded music actually sounds pretty good. Now I have to give him the benefit of the doubt, and check him out again. Maybe it was me. Maybe he was in an especially bad mood.

DOWNLOAD MIKE WEXLER (MP3s)
Tropic of Gemini
I'd Like to Solve the Puzzle
March Violets

"One of the most hyped releases to come out this year is Mike Wexler’s debut EP. But it was a different kind of hype than what music lovers are used to. It wasn’t the overwhelming press machine of a Pitchfork or a major indie or corporate record label, it was more of an honest word of mouth hype about what everyone knew was going to be a great record from an amazing artist, no matter if it sold 2 or 200,000 copies. Wexler has the voice, minus the lisp, of Tom Rapp of the late 60s psych-folk band Pearls Before Swine." [Uncommon Folk]

"Mike Wexler sings with the gruff voice of a tired throat. But gently, almost soothingly-the way your eighty-year-old longtime cigarette-smoking grandmother can comfort you between her hacking coughs. Without the hacking coughs. And with intricate, pretty, yet interestingly varied guitar work that ranges from bluesy to folksy." [The Deli Interviewed Wexler]

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New Buffalo Tour Dates | Ben Lee

New Buffalo is going on tour with Ben Lee. They hit Bowery Ballroom in NYC on November 9th (tickets), but we don't have to wait that long because she's also playing The Living Room on the 25th of October. All dates below...

Sat 10/15/05 Chicago, IL Park West w/ Mike Doughty
Monday October 17, 2005 Toronto, ON Danforth Music Hall w/ Feist, Jason Collett

Wednesday October 19, 2005 Kingston, ON Queens University w/ Broken Social Scene
Wednesday October 19, 2005 Kingston, ON Queens University w/ Broken Social Scene
Thursday October 20, 2005 Ottawa, ON Capitol Music Theatre w/ Broken Social Scene

Tue 10/25/05 New York, NY Living Room
Fri 10/28/05 Philadelphia, PA North By Northwest

With Ben Lee
Thu 11/03/05 Minneapolis, MN Fine Line Music Cafe
Fri 11/04/05 Chicago, IL Double Door
Sat 11/05/05 Columbus, OH The Basement
Sun 11/06/05 Toronto, ON El Mocambo
Tue 11/08/05 Northampton, MA Iron Horse Music Hall
Wed 11/09/05 New York, NY Bowery Ballroom
Fri 11/11/05 Vancouver, BC Richard's On Richards
Sat 11/12/05 Seattle, WA Chop Suey
Sun 11/13/05 Portland, OR Douglas Fir Lounge
Wed 11/16/05 West Hollywood, CA The Troubadour
Thu 11/17/05 San Diego, CA The Casbah

Previously
Non-BSS Arts & Crafts Albums | 666.8 Pitchfork Conspiracy

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American Analog Set Quits Touring

"Though the band will stay together, their busy schedules outside AmAnSet will prevent them from doing cross-country tours. Explaining the decision, Kenny wrote: 'Sean's book comes out in early 2006. Lee has been busy with Parts And Labour in Austin. Craig has his own music and more design work than he can do right now. Kenny is working on songs for a new project and also putting songs together for the next AmAnSet singles/unreleased compilation. Mark has a grip of cigarettes to smoke and FIFA 2006 just came out for PS2 so...'" [CMJ]

Their last tour dates below...

10/20 - Chicago, IL - Schuba's
10/21 - Chicago, IL - Schuba's
10/22 - Minneapolis, MN - Varsity Theater
10/25 - Seattle, WA - Chop Suey
10/26 - Vancouver, BC - Media Club
10/27 - Portland, OR - Doug Fir Lounge
10/28 - Eugene, OR - WOW Hall
10/29 - San Francisco, CA - Bottom of the Hill
10/30 - San Francisco, CA - Bottom of the Hill
11/01 - Los Angeles, CA - Knitting Factory
11/02 - San Diego, CA - Casbah
11/03 - Tucson, AZ - Plush
11/11 - Chicago, IL - Flower Booking 15th Aniversary @ Metro
11/12 - Pittsburgh, PA - Andy Warhol Museum
11/13 - Toronto, ON - Horseshoe Tavern
11/14 - Montreal, QC - Petit Campus
11/16 - Cambridge, MA - TT the Bears*
11/17 - Philadelphia, PA - The Khyber*
11/18 - Brooklyn, NY - Southpaw*
11/19 - New York, NY - Mercury Lounge*
12/02 - Atlanta, GA - The Earl
12/03 - Atlanta, GA - The Earl

Previously
Non-BSS Arts & Crafts Albums | 666.8 Pitchfork Conspiracy

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McCollough Sons of Thunder @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | Pics

I'm not sure how this up beat group got on the same bill as Antony & The Johnsons, but people who got to Carnegie Hall early enough were dancing in their seats for McCollough Sons of Thunder's inspirational (or so they think) opening set (Oct 13, 2005). It was hard to feel them from a seat at Carnegie Hall. It was easier when standing in the rain at Summerstage.

Lou Reed joins Antony @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics
McCollough Sons of Thunder opening for Antony
David Byrne & McCollough @ Summerstage

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Wolf Parade playing NYU w/ Dirty on Purpose

Wolf Parade & Dirty on Purpose
Oct 27, Eisner & Lubin Auditorium
Doors 7:30pm / Show 8:00pm
NYU Students - $6
General Public, available day of show - $8
Tickets at NYU Ticket Central (566 Laguardia Place)

Previously
Wolf Parade playing Northsix, tix & stuff
Wolf Parade | Apologies to Queen Mary
Wolf Parade @ Bowery Ballroom, NYC | CMJ | pics

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Philip Glass & Le Tigre love Atlas Café

Atlas Café is one of my favorite vegan-friendly restaurants in NYC. Philip Glass and Le Tigre like it too.

"Composer PHILIP GLASS revealed to me that his favorite movie theater is 'whatever is closest to my house' and his most favored restaurants are the similarly convenient Cremcaffe (65 Second Avenue), Atlas Café (73 Second Avenue), and Madras Café (79 Second Avenue). I guess he's the prisoner of Second Avenue." [Michael Musto]

"I’m a vegetarian! I love Gobo on 6th Avenue, Anjelika Kitchen on 12th Street, and Sanctuary on 2nd Avenue. And you can get great vegan desserts at Atlas Café on 2nd Avenue." [Le Tigre’s Johanna Fateman]

Previously
The Mountain Goats eat Vegetarian Paradise | The Sunset Tree

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The New Pornographers played Webster Hall

The New Pornographers played two nights in a row at Webster Hall in NYC (Oct 12-13, 2005). Thanks Jeff for sending me some photos from the second night.

Previously
Bowery Presents - A Pic from Night One
Indie Bands Closer to Mainstream | The Next Death Cab
New Pornographers on Neko & Brooklyn Show

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Lou Reed joins Antony @ Carnegie Hall, NYC | pics

Lou Reed joined Antony & The Johnsons during the encore last night at Carnegie Hall (Oct 13, 2005). Lou played guitar while Antony sang Candy Says, a song written by Reed (and often performed by Antony).

It was exciting, but not quite a David Bowie or David Byrne moment because: a) Lou has performed & recorded with Antony before, and b) Lou unfortunately didn't sing.

Previously
New Antony MP3 & Letterman Appearance
McCollough Sons of Thunder opening for Antony
Creativity Now Conference | Antony & others speaking
Video of British Antony at the Mercury Awards
Antony playing Carnegie Hall - Oct 13 | Tickets
Lou Reed played a Summerstage Benefit
Lou Reed & Antony @ Carnegie Hall another time
John Cale (also of Velvet Underground) playing Brooklyn

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October 13, 2005

FF' Rehearsing My Choir | Reports from Toronto

The Fiery Furnaces play Town Hall in NYC tomorrow night (October 14, 2005). I was wondering what the tour with the same title as their controversial new album would be like. The Toronto bloggers give us a preview.

"I didn't find appealing the half-hour long portion of the set dedicated to tracks from the new album. More often than not there were only hints at melody, odd time signatures and half-spoken/half-sung lyrics which all added up to a period of challenging listening." [For the Records]

"Even the Rehearsing My Choir material was a lot more enjoyable without their grandmother singing the material. The crowd seemed to dig the new stuff but then they were hearing Eleanor sing it... we'll see how they like the actual album when it comes out later this month." [Chromewaves]

Any chance grandma might show up at Town Hall?

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The Fiery Furnaces | Rehearsing My Choir

"The new Fiery Furnaces album had its release date pushed back several times and endured several name changes before it ultimately became Rehearsing My Choir. I’m still not sure I understand this brother and sister duo’s way of thinking, but the album (once entitled Garfield El, which happens to be a track on the album) is here, and brings with it a new addition to the band’s lineup. The concept album is based loosely on the life of this new bandmate. Grandmother, Olga Sarantos, lends her voice, talents, and rich background to the album." [Get the MP3 at Media Vulture]

Get another MP3 on Insound's download page.

Miss Modern Age called this album "an unlistenable piece of recorded performance art." The Furnaces' biggest fan agreed in her comments. Solace hates it too.

At the risk of being called "an a**hole" by Miss Modernage, I'll say I like what I've heard so far. It's not party music, but it seems to work really well in my headphones. If I drove to work, it would probably be good in the car - like a book on tape. It's probably really good on drugs...or really scary. (note: I haven't listened to the whole thing yet)

Stream the whole album at Amazon (or so they claim, I can't get it to work)

Previously
Fiery Furnaces Tickets on Sale
Fiery Furnaces Fall 2005 Tour Dates
Fiery Furnaces in Coney Island, new albums & stuff
The Fiery Furnaces @ Webster Hall, NYC | Pics

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Elbow & John Cale Playing NYC Shows

Thursday, November 3 at 8:00 PM
Elbow plus guests tba
at Hiro Ballroom, New York City
U.S.$17.00

Saturday, November 12 8:00 PM (7:00 PM doors)
John Cale : Exclusive New York Engagement!
at St. Ann's Warehouse, Brooklyn, NY
U.S.$27.50

Thoughts on Elbow? Thoughts on John Cale (ex Velvet Underground)? I know at least Sound Bites is excited for Elbow.

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Devin Davis Guest Blogs 'Said the Gramophone'

"I last wrote about him, ebbuliently, in May, and his jubilant, boisterous indie-pop songs remain fixtures on my iPod. Devin's still selling copies of the independently-released Lonely People of the World, Unite!, and you can download the deliriously-great 'Iron Woman' (among others) over at his website. It's with great pleasure, therefore, that I welcome Devin as a guest-blogger on Said the Gramophone. His picks are fascinating, weird and great." [Said the Gramophone]

Previously
I missed Devin Davis during CMJ
Dave Deporis not Devin Davis | New MP3
Devin Davis | CMJ 2005

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Burnside Project | New Album, MP3s & Record Releae Party

Remember the Pocket remix of Joanna Newsom's Bridges & Balloons? Pocket is a member of Burnside Project. Burnside Project release a new album (the finest example is you) on October 18, 2005. To celebrate, they'll be performing TONIGHT (Oct 13, 2005) at Rothko in NYC.

DOWNLOAD BURNSIDE PROJECT (MP3s)
and so it goes
one to one

More info at their website.

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"Bowery Presents" In The Spotlight

People have been talking about the upcoming non-ClearChannel "Bowery Presents" LCD Soundsystem show at The Nokia Theater. "Bowery Presents" has been strictly Webster Hall until now.

Last night and tonight the Bowery Presents The New Pornographers with Neko Case at Webster Hall.

NEKO CASE @ WEBSTER HALL | OCT 12, 2005 (photo by Kathryn Yu)

Kathryn pointed out this blurb from the newly redesigned Bowery Presents website: "We began in August of 2004 by bringing Sonic Youth to Webster Hall. As an independent promoter, we will continue to bring your favorite bands to larger venues in the New York metropolitan area, such as Webster Hall, Nokia Theatre, Town Hall, Beacon Theater and many more to come, and make sure of the quality of your experience."

ARCADE FIRE @ WEBSTER HALL | FEB 1, 2005 (as seen here)

Last year the NY Press wrote a good article about Webster Hall & Bowery Presents: "My worries were recently calmed by the unlikeliest source: the Bowery Presents, a new promotion company formed by the people who run Bowery Ballroom and Mercury Lounge. I'm hesitant to praise either of these downtown music clubs—notoriously elusive, often unfriendly, always unhelpful—but it's possible that Bowery Presents may actually undermine the citywide control that Clear Channel seeks."

BLOC PARTY @ WEBSTER HALL | June 15, 2005 (as seen here)

This week the Village Voice congratulated (and ridiculed) Webster Hall (Bowery Presents) for what the NY Press predicted.

Previously
Turbonegro vs. Webster Hall | Pics, etc...
Best Village Voice Award About Bunnybrains
NY Press Dumps Mr. Wiggles
Bright Eyes gets out of Clear Channel Venue
NYC venues like Webster Hall | Stereogum Married
Fiona Apple playing Nokia Theater
Neko Case Playing Joe's Pub | New Album

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Doveman for a Rainy Day

TTIKTDA couldn't get into Doveman at first. Now it's cold and rainy and he posted two MP3s. One of those MP3s also appears in The Underrated's Rainy Day MP3 mix.

Previously
Doveman soundchecking at Tonic
Doveman Does Mazzy Star & other MP3s

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MP3s for a Rainy Day

It hasn't stopped raining in NYC since Tuesday night. The Underrated posted some music for us to listen to while we try and stay dry.

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New RSVP email for the Rapture show Saturday

The RSVP email for the show at Tribeca Grand Saturday night is weare138nyc@yahoo.com

Previously
The Rapture played Crash Mansion

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Turbonegro vs. Webster Hall | Pics, etc...

TURBONEGRO @ WEBSTER HALL (couresy of SPIN)

Webster Hall was only 50-75% full for the Turbonegro show. That makes it awesome because there's tons of room to move around.

If my hadn't lost my pictures, they might look something like SPIN's. (SPIN, don't get mad at me for using one)

Astro Zombie wrote this review of the show and the club:

"These homos know how to rock.

I saw them play last night at Webster Hall, which I think is actually one of the best venues in the city. Webster Hall is a strange place, really. Its popular with the Bridge and Tunnel Trash crowd on the weekends, which is especially odd considering that the whole place has a creepy, Addams Family feel to it. The ballroom is a somewhat separate area, and while its not a particularly large stage, it has a great balcony and a bleacher area to the left of the stage. The walls are decorated with faux-art deco artwork, but it manages to give the feeling of an older theater that's been gracefully brought into modern times..." [Atomic Zombie]

Previously
Turbonegro & Early Man @ Webster Hall | No Pics
NYC venues like Webster Hall | Stereogum Married

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Best Village Voice Award About Bunnybrains

Best Needlessly Confusing Noise-Rock Rivalry - THE BUNNY BRAINS AND BUNNYBRAINS 88
Both boasting an original member of a prolific sub-Buttholes terrorpsych band, THE BUNNY BRAINS AND BUNNYBRAINS 88 just cannot get along. The Bunny Brains (think Pussy Galore meets Jefferson Airplane) fabricate legend status via an inexplicable four-CD retrospective, while the superior BunnyBrains 88 (think Pussy Galore meets Comets on Fire) just spend all day blogging about how much the other Bunny sucks—although they finally changed their name to Ultrabunny, possibly proving dominance over all other bunny-based bands. -Christopher Weingarten

Previously
WFMU Posted Unique Bunnybrains MP3s
Dan Bunny tells his side of the story
Thank You Village Voice | Best of NYC 2005

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October 12, 2005

Thank You Village Voice | Best of NYC 2005

Best Blog for Knowing What Scenester Concerts to Avoid Every Night - BROOKLYN VEGAN
The accolade sounds meaner than it should, but I do blame BROOKLYN VEGAN for filling every good-to-great show with camera-phone looky-loos and people taller and typically more attractive than me and my rock-crit buds. Thanks, Vegan—I can't see the stage, and your dude just spilled his mascara on my shirt. -Nick Sylvester

and congrats to SFJ...

Best Blog by a Writer From 'The New Yorker' - SASHAFREREJONES.COM
It's fun enough to flip through The New Yorker on the train, reading about Diplo and Paul Wall while everyone around you assumes you're soldiering through the latest on Iraq and Edmund Wilson. At SASHAFREREJONES.COM, the magazine's top-notch pop critic spews the uncut version of his signature blend: Imagine a really smart, really excited kid pulling off an impersonation of an august American Studies professor. -Mikael Wood

Past Winners
2004: Best local music blog - PRODUCTSHOP NYC
2003: best scenester MISS MODERNAGE

Read the whole Best of NYC 2005

Previously
Metric vs. The New Yorker
Pitchfork, Insound, Critics, CYHSY & Sasha Frere-Jones

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Turbonegro & Early Man @ Webster Hall | No Pics

TURBONEGRO

"@#$@#$@#%#@$@#@@!"

That was my reaction when I got home from the Turbonegro / Early Man show @ Webster Hall last night (Oct 11, 2005) and my computer claimed my camera's memory card was blank (again). Long story short, my photos are gone forever. #@$#@#@! See above photo and know why it sucks even more than, for instance, if I lost pictures of the Shins.

A few of the Turbonegro songs were fun, but mostly their schtick seemed old. They called the Strokes whores, and dedicated Sell Your Body to the night (click to download MP3) to them.

DOWNLOAD MORE TURBONEGRO
Fuck the World
All my Friends are Dead (new one)

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Though I missed at least half their set, I liked Early Man. I don't listen to a lot of new metal, so I'm not really qualified to say how they compare to what's currently out there. Regardless, they sounded good, and Matador thought they were good enough to sign. They're a new metal band, but they aren't "new metal." Coolfer called them neo-metal. I'd compare them to Black Sabbath and early Metallica. Oh My Rockness say they slay.

Their album ("Closing In") came out this week.

DOWNLOAD EARLY MAN (MP3s)
Death is the Answer
Evil Is
Closing In Medley (a mix of songs from the album)

Previously
Turbonegro Tour Dates
Mastodon on Signing to a Major Label
Strokes looking for whores

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The 2005 NY Gypsy Festival | Gogol Bordello

The New York Gypsy Festival runs from Saturday October 29 - Sunday November 6.

Schedule

Sat, Oct 29th
Ivo Papasov & Yuri Yunakov At Symphony Space
(Produced by World Music Institute)

Sun, Oct 30th
Leningrad with Leyla, Slavic Soul Party and Frank London
Dance by Layla Isis and Sine at The Roxy
(Produced by Metpo.com)

Mon, Oct 31st
Gypsy Halloween with Zagnut Orkestar and DJ PePe at Maia Meyhane
Gypsy Halloween with Leningrad and DJ Joro-Boro at Mehanata

Wed, Nov 2nd
VIA Romen "Vadim Kalpakov" and DJ Sam at Maia Meyhane
Ritam Plus + DJ Joro-Boro at Mehanata

Thurs, Nov 3rd
Romashka at Maia Meyhane
Kinos Hronos at Mehanata
Sir Bato the Yugo's Gypsy Extravaganza + DJ Sasa Crnobrnja (Organic Grooves) at nublu

Fri, Nov 4th
Husnu Senlendirici with Maia Group at Maia Meyhane
Air Guitar Magazine and Dolomites + DJ Joro-Boro at Mehanata
Luminescent Orchestrii + DJ Pepe at nublu

Sat, Nov 5th
Nickodemus & The Endangered Species Band Live + DJ sets by Nickodemus & Pepe at Maia
Zagnut Orkestar + DJ Joro-Boro at Mehanata
Wonderland feat. H.Senlendirici & Ilhan Ersahin + DJ Set by Globesonic at nublu

Sun, Nov 6th
Gogol Bordello, The Clarinet All-stars feat Husnu Senlendirici, Ismail Lumanovski, Lefteris Bournias with Maia Group, Hungry March Band, Zlatne Uste, dancers Elena Lentini, Layla Isis, Sol and Sine , plus
DJs Joro-Boro & Pepe at The Roxy

More info

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United States of Electronica aftermath

U.S.E. @ KNITTING FACTORY, NYC | OCT 7, 2005

Photo from Kathryn's Flickr.

* Tom Breihan writes in the Village Voice that, "Fluxblog-Approved Militant Dancepop Fails to Annoy."
* Fluxblog says the band is just as adorable as ever. (MP3 included)
* Yeti still says best show ever.

Previously
United States of Electronica (tonight) | Yes or No?

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NY Press Dumps Mr. Wiggles

MR WIGGLES, THE ANTI-VEGAN

This sucks. I looked forward to reading Neil Swaab's sick and twisted cartoon each week.

"Long story short, the new editors have decided that after five years in the paper, my popular comic strip, Rehabilitating Mr. Wiggles, didn't fit into their vision of the paper. So they fired me. Over e-mail. Wouldn't even bother to do it over the phone or in person which is kind of crappy to do to someone who's helped define the paper for the past five years. Anyway, that about sums it up." [Neil Swaab in an interview with the Apiary]

Buy Rehabilitating Mr. Wiggles books @ Amazon

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Arctic Monkeys playing 5 North American Shows

Arctic Monkeys are playing Mercury Lounge in NYC on the 15th & 16th of November. Tickets are on sale. (now sold out)

They're also playing Toronto on the 14th (see Ticketmaster) and Los Angeles & San Francisco on the 18th & 19th. The LA show appears sold out. All tour dates at their site.

Previously
Arctic Monkeys | Hype? | Stream Their Songs

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Arctic Monkeys | Hype? | Stream Their Songs

"The news compound predictions that the Arctic Monkeys are set to be the biggest British band since Oasis." [Gigwise]

It's not easy to find officially released material by the latest UK hype band. Luckily Scenestars was nice enough to compile thirteen Arctic Monkeys songs into a stream (hint: click on Rachel's head to pop the radio player)

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"Apparently (according to the NME who should always be trusted), the band are 'making bloggers cream themselves.' Hmm. I can't remember doing that, but perhaps metaphorically..." [Work or Duty]

THE NME TOP 10 (Oct 2)
1. Arctic Monkeys - 'I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor'
2. Bloc Party - 'Two More Years'
3. We Are Scientists - 'The Great Escape'
4. Maximo Park - 'Apply Some Pressure'
5. Editors - 'Bullets'
6. The Rakes - '22 Grand Job'
7. Franz Ferdinand - 'Do You Want To'
8. Littl'ans featuring Pete Doherty - 'Their Way'
9. Nine Black Alps - 'Just Friends'
10. Test Icicles - 'Circle Square Triangle'

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I swear I chose the above photo before I saw Sixeyes' Arctic Monkeys Video Post. The song is the NME chart topping I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor. I swear I didn't know Pitchfork reviewed it today either.

For some more hype, check out Prefix's appropriately entitled post: "Arctic Monkeys Hype"

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Cat Power | new Album & MP3 | The Greatest

"Pitchfork has details on Cat Power's new album, The Greatest. Matador one-ups them with the album art, the correct release date (January 24th, not the 26th), a promise of a full-band world tour to commence in early '06 (with crying and on-stage meltdowns to follow) and an MP3 of the title track." [Chromewaves]

DOWNLOAD
Cat Power - "The Greatest" (MP3)

Previously
Free Cat Power show Coming Up
Antony tells amNY he loves Cat Power

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Non-BSS Arts & Crafts Albums | 666.8 Pitchfork Conspiracy

Arts & Crafts put out three albums this year by artists who are not affiliated with Broken Social Scene. Pitchfork gave all three releases a 6.8

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1) The Most Serene Republic's Underwater Cinematography [Buy it at Insound]

"As the first non-BSS-associated signing to their Arts & Crafts label, the Most Serene Republic are an appealing, wide-eyed anti-hand-me-down sextet that may not have any concrete physical bloodlines to their crafty Canadian neighbors, but-- with their sweeping, climactic pop tendencies-- could easily sneak into a BSS family reunion and steal some BBQ'd prime ribs with few questions asked." [Pitchfork gives them a 6.8]

ALTERNATIVE REVIEWS: Junkmedia hates it | Splendid loves it

A STORY: I saw this band for the first time last week opening for Metric.

DOWNLOAD TMSR
Content Was Always My Favorite Color (MP3 via SPIN band of the day)

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2) American Analog Set's Set Free [Buy it at Insound]

"Newcomers should head to From Our Living Room to Yours or Know By Heart to hear the AmAnSet at its best. As for fans, Set Free is ultimately just another American Analog Set album-- and probably the least essential at that." [Pitchfork gives them a 6.8

ALTERNATIVE REVIEWS: PopMatters likes it less | Prefix likes it lots

A STORY: I passed on the opportunity to catch their recent show at Joe's Pub in favor of seeing Doveman for the first time at Mercury Lounge with Silent League, King of France and Pelican Picnic. Part of my reasoning was the shows they have coming up at Mercury Lounge and Southpaw.

DOWNLOAD AAS
Immaculate Heart (mp3)

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3) New Buffalo's The Last Beautiful Day [Buy it at Insound]

"When I heard New Buffalo was signed to Arts & Crafts, I sharpened my repertoire of trusty Canadian jokes, drooling at the opportunity to once again tackle the Great Indie Wilderness Up North with my razor wit. But alas, it was all for naught, as it turns out New Buffalo hails from another British Commonwealth, the one that used to be a prison island." [Pitchfork gives them a 6.8]

ALTERNATIVE REVIEWS: Cokemachineglow loves it | Splendid loves it too

A STORY: I haven't seen New Buffalo live yet, but I did hear a few live songs from the hallway outside the sold-out Arts & Crafts showcase at Pop Montreal (I eventually got in).

DOWNLOAD NB (MP3s)
Recovery
I've got you and you've got me

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I thought of some 6.8 conspiracy theories (including one that linked these reviews , BSS, and Pitchfork to Satan), but on paper they started to seem dumb. If you have some, add them to the comments.

(thx to whoever it was that pointed out the 6.8 thing in the Arts & Crafts message board)

Previously
The BSSLESS Arts & Crafts' Most Serene Republic
American Analog Set | Tour Dates, Arts & Crafts CD, MP3, etc..
Tom Vek, New Buffalo, & ILYBICT Darkness Sign to Labels
Broken Social Scene @ Summerstage, NYC | Pics

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October 11, 2005

Bright Eyes gets out of Clear Channel Venue

"Bright Eyes will now hit St. Louis Nov. 12 at the University of Missouri’s Jesse Auditorium. Bright Eyes was originally slotted in to play the city’s Pageant that same night, but cancelled after a connection between the Clear Channel and the venue was revealed..." [Aversion]

Previously
Sigur Ros Stick it to Las Vegas Hard Rock
Dead Kennedys Cancel Gig Over Beer
Bright Eyes / Feist / Magic Numbers NJ Tix on Sale

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Halloween 1978

"Paul and Pam took 1st place with these costumes. Iit was their haughty, rock star attitudes that took home the trophy." [Halloween 1978]

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Musicians who Blog (part 2)

I compiled a list of musicians who blog once. BeatnikPad has a much larger list. (via the oh so quiet show)

I clicked a few. Here's what I learned:

"Here we are in Knoxville, TN. Nice people abound. While getting coffee I inquired as to where a certain part of town was and a cute boy actually escorted me all the way there." [Sleater Kinney]

"Yes, Satanism just strikes me as... silly, I'm afraid." [Momus]

"Me and Stevie crawled out to the ballgame today. It was kinda religious. We went out there to salute a god on the mound, Pedro Martinez. He was pitching for the Mets. He pitched a no hitter till the seventh, when unfortunately I said to Stevie." [Belle & Sebastian]

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Lesbians, Cab Drivers, etc... | Be in a Strokes Video

The Strokes are filming a new video next week. Here's the very entertaining casting call. Good luck.

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Seeking featured talent for the new Strokes video shooting this weekend.

IMPORTANT: The video is cutting edge and we are looking for talent that is comfortable with getting physical on set. Do not submit if you are uncomfortable making-out with members of the same/opposite sex (depending on scene.)

Please denote the role you want to be considered for.

SOCIALITE Aging Female, Caucasian, 60-70 years old.
Example: Lauren Bacall

LESBIANS, 20s-30’s, “Victoria Secret” model-type lesbians, prefer Caucasian.
The scene involves kissing and being affectionate with another woman.

AD EXECUTIVE FEMALE, Caucasian, sexy, 40’s (reference: Kim Cattrall)
The scene involves an aggressive make-out session in a taxi with another male.

HEROINE CHIQ HIPSTER MALE, Caucasian, 20’s-30’s (reference: Nick Stahl in “Bully”)
The scene involves an aggressive make-out session in a taxi with another female.

GAY MALE COUPLE Good-looking, East-village type exhibitionist males, 20’s-30’s, any ethnicity.
The scene involves an aggressive make-out session between to males.

GRAFFITI ARTIST street-punk skater guy, any ethnicity, 20s-30’s
Must be real Graffiti artist

INNOCENT COUPLE IN LOVE Young, 17-21, Caucasian male and female, natural, plain, and innocent – can have braces. The scene involves dialogue.
(reference: The couple in Green Day’s “When September Ends” video)

CAB DRIVER, Male, Caucasian, late 40’s-early 60’s, with an interesting face or striking blue eyes.

HOT COUPLE, male and female, mid-20’s, must be hot, sexy, rock n’ roll, downtown hipster.
The scene involves an aggressive make-out session between the couple.

If interested or available, please submit recent photo and contact information to: StrokesVideo@aol.com

Auditions: Thurs. Oct. 13 (Yom Kippur)
Callbacks: Possibly Fri. Oct. 14
Shoots: Sunday Oct. 16 and/or Monday Oct. 17 (could be a night shoot for Monday)
Location: NYC
Rate: $200
Submisison Deadline: Oct. 15, 2005

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NYC venues like Webster Hall | Stereogum Married

As usual, the comments of a post mentioning Webster Hall turned into a debate on the merits of the venue. Central Village recently posted that he thinks Webster Hall improved lately. I can't say I disagree, though at times it can feel a little overcrowded and hot.

Matt at Ear Farm posted his "Top 10 NYC live music venues." Webster Hall is #10, Bowery Ballroom is #1, and there's eight more in between.

Scott Stereogum got married this past weekend in a Long Island venue. Congratulations to he and his wife.

Photo via La Galeria

Previously
Rockwood Music Hall
Little Steven says Don't Give up on CBGB | MEANY FEST
Mike Neuman's Bloc Party Review | Dear Webster Hall
Luna Lounge's Efficient Destruction
Tonic Saved
NYC Venue Humor from Oh My Rockness & TOTC

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Jesse Malin vs. Irving Plaza, NYC | pics

Here's some photos of Jesse Malin climbing on the speakers during the Hurricane benefit show he organized at Irving Plaza. (September 18, 2005)

Previously
Ryan Adams & Friends @ Irving Plaza, NYC | pics
Jesse Malin played Across the Narrows

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Sigur Ros Stick it to Las Vegas Hard Rock

Sigur Ros played Las Vegas on October 6, 2005.

"sigur rós and the toothfaeries, the creators of their merchandise, are fed up with the extortionate fees they are required to pay to concert venues for selling their t-shirts to fans at the american shows. half of the profit of all merchandise sold at tonight’s show at ‘the joint’ in the hard rock hotel, las vegas, goes to the venue and new taxes. sigur rós have decided to protest against these ridiculous fees by selling their t-shirts for $1 each at tonight’s show in las vegas, leaving the venue with about 50 cents per tshirt." [Sigur Ros via This is the Last...]

Previously
Dead Kennedys Cancel Gig Over Beer
Sigur Ros live in Boston | MP3 Download
Sigur Ros @ Beacon Theater, NYC | pics

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Econo Culture | A Cloud Cult Interview from Tonic

Econo Culture is a new online music magazine. One of their first features is an interview with Cloud Cult that went down live at BMJ.

Do you guys like playing in New York? Do you like New York?

Dan: It’s a big city. Like, overwhelming a bit. We think Minneapolis is big, and you get here, and Minneapolis seems tiny. I think it’s exciting, though. I had never been in New York until June when we first played here. And it’s cool to actually see it. Also, it’s hard to get attention anywhere, but especially here, and it’s really nice to get it here, and maybe it means more than in, like, Gary, Indiana or something. I don’t know. What do you think?

Craig Minowa: Yeah, it’s a mystical kind of city. You see it in the movies all the time. And to come here and have people know you and bob their head when you’re playing and know lyrics and stuff is nuts. Insane. It’s pretty mellow where we come from, and everybody in the band is just overstimulated here – like, “wow, there’s all this noise, and lights everywhere.” It’s beautiful.

The whole interview at Econo Culture.

Previously
Cloud Cult @ 169 Bar, NYC | CMJ 2005 | pics
BMJ - Soundcheck @ Tonic, NYC | pics

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October 10, 2005

This Week's NYC Shows posted @ Gothamist

It's Antony mania. Jimmy Scott, Nomi, Joan as Policewoman, CocoRosie, Fiery Furnaces, New Pornographers, Loser's Lounge (doing Stevie Wonder), Kelly Clarkson, U2, MEANY Fest, DUMBO Fest, Turbonegro, Dungen, John Vanderslice, Pagoda, Burnside Project, and much, much more in my weekly list of NYC shows at Gothamist.

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Pagoda | Upcoming Acoustic NYC shows

"PAGODA is a band led by Michael Pitt and signed under Thurston Moore's Ecstatic Peace label....Michael has put aside the month of October to play special acoustic performances with Pagoda cellist Indigo."

Sat Oct 15, 2005 - @ Tonic
Sat Oct 22, 2005 - @ The Hook (Brooklyn)
Fri Oct 28, 2005 - @ The Delancey

Previously
Michael Pitt is Pagoda
Michael Pitt seen at Dinosaur Jr show

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Patti Smith 2005 Tour Dates | U2 & BAM in Brooklyn

Patti Smith and Lenny Kaye
November 11 Seattle, WA Crocodile Cafe
November 14 San Francisco, CA Great American Music Hall
November 15 West Hollywood, CA The Troubadour

Patti Smith and Her Band
November 21 New York, NY Madison Square Garden (with U2)
November 22 New York, NY Madison Square Garden (with U2)
November 30 Brooklyn, NY BAM Horses
December 1 Brooklyn, NY BAM Horses

I don't think the Brooklyn shows are on sale yet. (Thx Brian.)

Previously
Lenny Kaye | You Call it Madness | Mo Pitkens
U2 played/playing this week with Keane
Top 5 CBGB Bands & more pics from Monday

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Lenny Kaye | You Call it Madness | Mo Pitkens

"Musician Lenny Kaye is perhaps best known as Patti Smith's guitarist. But he's also a music writer, whose work has appeared in Rolling Stone, The Village Voice and Creem. His new book, You Call it Madness: The Sensuous Song of the Croon, chronicles the male singers of the 1930s known for their suave, sophisticated and romantic interpretations of song: Bing Crosby, Rudy Vallee and Russ Columbo." [Listen at NPR]

"On Thursday evening, Oct. 20, at Mo Pitkins club, 34 Avenue A in New York City, in a rare solo acoustic/electric appearance, Lenny Kaye will sing original songs, read and croon from his acclaimed book on the intimate and romantic pop stylists of the 1930s, YOU CALL IT MADNESS, and celebrate the many musical traditions that have found their home on the lower east side." [Tickets at Ticketweb]

* Read a VV Joey Ramone Obit. by Lenny
* Read an interview with Lenny from 1996

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Tonight's NYC Shows (not) at Gothamist (yet)

I'm not ready to post this week's shows at Gothamist yet, so here's a preview since it's already almost 5:00.

Monday - 10th
Bowery Ballroom - Four Tet, Jamie Lidell, Koushik
Tonic - Nautical Almanac, Carlos Giffoni, The New Flesh
MSG - U2, Keane (review of last weeks shows on One Louder)
Irving Plaza - Amos Lee with MUTLU
Knitting Factory - Suicide Girls Burlesque
Nokia Theatre - Steve Winwood (a review of his recent Bowery Ballroom performance)
Mercury Lounge - Brandi Carlile

I'll be back with the whole week in a bit...

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DUMBO Art Under the Bridge Fest + Todd P Shows

The 9th Annual D.U.M.B.O. Art Under the Bridge Festival starts this Friday (Oct 14 - 16, 2005, Brooklyn, NY). In addition to seeing art scattered all over DUMBO, open studios, exhibitions, projections and all that stuff, you can catch a bunch of cheap Todd P-curated (and non-Todd P) concerts. For instance:

Friday 8:30PM-3AM 20 Jay 11th Floor, Todd P line-up
(20 Jay 11th Flr. $7 or festival passes)
8:30pm the Good Good (acoustic), 10pm Thanksgiving, 11pm Wooden Wand & the Vanishing Voice, Microphones aka Mt Eerie

Saturday 4-3AM The Soundbox,
(37 Main St., $7 or festival passes) 4pm Beat Boxing /Kid Lucky, 5:30 Maxi Geil! & Play Colt, 6:45 Bent Outta Shape, 8:00 Oakley Hall, 9:15 the Black, 10:30 Viet Nam, 11:45 Love as Laughter, 1:00 Free Blood (members of !!!)

Sunday, 5:45-11PM The Soundbox,
(37 Main St., $7)
5:45 Stars Like Fleas, 7:00 Rogers Sisters, 7:15 Grizzly Bear, 9:30 Blood on the Wall, 9:45 t.b.a.

Full schedule at the festival website.

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Costumes FOR your iPod

Stop wasting your money on stupid charities. Buy your iPod a Halloween costume instead. Frankenstein (pictured) can be yours for only $39.99 (plus shipping). (via Largeheartedboy)

Previously
Make your baby an iPod

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Iron & Wine / Calexico | December Tour Dates

More Cowbell supplied these dates for Iron & Wine and Calexico.

2005-12-02 House of Blues Atlantic City NJ
2005-12-04 Webster Hall New York City NY
2005-12-05 Webster Hall New York City NY
2005-12-06 Webster Hall New York City NY
2005-12-07 Avalon Boston MA
2005-12-08 Spectrum Montreal QC, Canada
2005-12-10 Majestic Theatre Detroit MI
2005-12-14 Headliners Louisville KY

Read the Pitchfork review of their joint album.

Previously
Iron & Wine and Hold Steady playing NYU tonight
Iron & Wine / Calexico West Coast pre-sale
Calexico @ Bowery Ballroom | Pics

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Little Steven says Don't Give up on CBGB | MEANY FEST

The Save CBGB rally in Washington Square Park was over 40 days ago already (exactly how long they've been operating without a lease). Except for the mildly interesting M.E.A.N.Y Fest shows that are happening there this week, and recent gigs by Helmet and Ric Ocasek, things are pretty much back to completely boring (normal). Little Steven reminds us that there's still a fight going on...

"'As that great protest singer Yogi Berra once sang, 'CBGB ain't over till it's over,'' Little Steven Van Zandt writes in an editorial that appears in the Oct. 15 issue of Billboard, which is on newsstands today (Oct. 7).

Stressing that the club remains operational with nightly shows, the E Street Band guitarist-turned-actor, radio host and garage music flag-bearer is asking the music industry's artists and executives to join the fight with their influence and money." [Billboard]

Previously
Robert Christgau on CBGB & New Orleans & History
Paulie 'Walnuts' Gualtieri @ the CBGB Rally
Blondie @ CBGB Rally in the Park, NYC | pics

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Robert Christgau on CBGB & New Orleans & History

"From the moment the eviction threats started, the notion that CBGB should be preserved in amber tripped my nostalgia alarm, which is tuned so fine it goes off after two notes by Solomon Burke. But I love CB's as I've never loved any other joint, and didn't look forward to pointing out in print, as Pareles did, that it hadn't broken a significant act in decades—or adding, as Pareles didn't, that even if CBGB could sidestep rent inflation in its once scuzzy 'hood, the young bohos who make bands go could not. Once the focus of a geographical scene, it can never be more than the symbol of a sensibility." [Village Voice]

Previously
Summerstage Hurricane Benefit Reviews
CBGB's Gay Presence: A Queer Rocker Remembers
Man with Cat on head @ the CBGB Rally NYC | pics

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David Byrne turns Factory into Instrument

"The Talking Heads founder has turned a disused paint factory by the Stockholm waterside into a giant musical instrument, constructed around an old wooden pump organ with its entrails ripped out and replaced with wires and pipes." [Billboard]

"On the morning of the day of the opening I arrive on Jan's borrowed bike in time to see maybe a hundred people drinking coffee in the café and waiting on the stairs for the doors to open at noon. 'How am I going to get a nice clean installation picture with all these people here?' I think to myself. I forget this as soon as I see people begin to play the thing. They're totally enraptured, entranced." [David Byrne]

Previously
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, meet David Byrne | Seaport, NYC pic