who: Armor for Sleep
why: has [prematurely?] broken up after a solid eight year run. Here's the statement they issue on their Myspace blog yesterday:
"it's been a little over a year since our last tour and some of you out there have kind of figured out whats been going on with us. we never wanted to burden you all with a formal announcement of any kind and cause some type of commotion- we just thought it would be better to kind of drift away nice and easy… i am writing this strictly speaking for myself and i honestly don't really know how pj anthony and nash will react to me being the one to write this, but i feel like it should come from me because ultimately it was me who decided it was best to leave things where they were. to me a song is like a snapshot of a moment, real or made-up, and the band that takes that snapshot is like a camera. i was really happy and proud of the pictures that came out of our little camera, but i would have much rather put in on a shelf for me and all of us to look at with fond memories than to feel this intense need to make it take high-def panoramic mosaics when maybe it was constructed to handle polaroid film. it's as simple as that. i guess someone could examine our inter-personal relationships and weird habits and attribute them to the reason for this decision, but we were like brothers and no clash was ever too great to slow us down. i hope that time won't obscure that fact…i know it won't for me. that being said, i think the real and only reason i am writing this is for you who have been fans of armor for sleep. even though it hasn't been a secret that we are not working on an album or touring, it has felt really weird to not come out and say that the needles been lifted from the record. you have always been so amazing to us and i know through all of our fancy little internet avenues we will always be able/willing/not creeped out/ to talk about life, death, armor tabliture, the needler, whatever your little hearts desire. pj anthony and nash are all amazing people who i've witnessed first hand probably more than anyone in the world as being super talented at whatever they do and i know whatever they choose to do will be amazing. i know you'll have their backs just as i will. as for me, i have been hard at work cooking something up. i have a new camera. i never like to blab about stuff until its ready and for this reason i wasn't giving play by play updates when it was still in its complete infancy…but i will get into it more very soon. i'm really excited, and for me as someone who has been working a long time at the art of writing songs and having these weird visions about how i see a band being presented, i feel like i've put lots of pieces together from the terabytes worth of experiences i've lived through…i know some people will probably always want to hear dream to make believe or something no matter what i'm doing, which is fine, but time is an arrow and i'm not going to try and argue with that…i know i will always be myself and no matter what camera i'm behind i know you'll always recognize the hands holding it. thank you to everyone who's been supportive and listened to anything i've been a part of in any facet. i can't wait to tell you more about things to come. Check back in about a week for something new…"
If your deprived little soul has never known Armor for Sleep, check out my favorite record of theirs here: their 2005 release 'What to Do When You Are Dead'
Friday, October 30, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Watch Out - Breakfast at Sulimays ep. 36
who: Breakfast at Sulimays (woodshopfilms)
why: alright so this another YouTube channel dealy I subscribe to, and most of them are hilarious. Basically it's a panel of three old people who are usually subjected to listening to new and upcoming music. Because they're frivolously old and right in their ways, they usually say it's all a bunch of crap (that's why it's funny). In this particular episode, they watch the music video for MGMT's "Kids" instead and dislike it even more. For anyone who hasn't seen this video, I personally think it's awesome but it's pretty controversial and you should watch it and get your own opinion first. Either way, Breakfast at Sulimays is hilarious.
BONUS LINKS
MGMT - Kids
B@S's ep. 37: Shakira - She Wolf
why: alright so this another YouTube channel dealy I subscribe to, and most of them are hilarious. Basically it's a panel of three old people who are usually subjected to listening to new and upcoming music. Because they're frivolously old and right in their ways, they usually say it's all a bunch of crap (that's why it's funny). In this particular episode, they watch the music video for MGMT's "Kids" instead and dislike it even more. For anyone who hasn't seen this video, I personally think it's awesome but it's pretty controversial and you should watch it and get your own opinion first. Either way, Breakfast at Sulimays is hilarious.
BONUS LINKS
MGMT - Kids
B@S's ep. 37: Shakira - She Wolf
Watch Out - The Roots
who: The Legendary Roots Crew
why: released a video for their latest single "How I Got Over" about a month ago and I just saw it for the first time. Seriously... if you don't like The Roots there's something unforgivably wrong with you. Go Phillies!
why: released a video for their latest single "How I Got Over" about a month ago and I just saw it for the first time. Seriously... if you don't like The Roots there's something unforgivably wrong with you. Go Phillies!
DUDE! - Alice Goodwin and Bianca Knight
who: Alice Goodwin and Bianca Knight
why: because I came across these pictures of these ridiculously fine ladies posing as boxers in Maxim and felt the need to start a new thread... and I'm a nice guy so I'm sharing them with all of you. Click the LINK for full-size pictures if you just can't help yourself.
you're welcome.
why: because I came across these pictures of these ridiculously fine ladies posing as boxers in Maxim and felt the need to start a new thread... and I'm a nice guy so I'm sharing them with all of you. Click the LINK for full-size pictures if you just can't help yourself.
you're welcome.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Watch Out - Kasabian
who: Kasabian
why: because they wanted a fresh, new way to promote their newest album - so they made a video. Also because I couldn't find anything more "blogworthy" than this to talk about today, and who doesn't love a British accent?
Their new album 'West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum' was released in June - check it out! If you're curious, the song sampled in the video is the first song off the record, titled "Underdog".
why: because they wanted a fresh, new way to promote their newest album - so they made a video. Also because I couldn't find anything more "blogworthy" than this to talk about today, and who doesn't love a British accent?
Their new album 'West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum' was released in June - check it out! If you're curious, the song sampled in the video is the first song off the record, titled "Underdog".
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Read All About It - Attack Attack!
who: Attack Attack!
why: because frontman and screaming vocalist Nick Barham has "non-explosively" left the band. This sucks, because I hate when bands breakup... it seems like the music never comes out the same. Bands like Emarosa, Dance Gavin Dance, A Skylit Drive just to name a few off the top of my head have suffered because of lost members. On the other hand, bands like Blessthefall and The Fall of Troy have been able to overcome losses like these with new gains and in some instances, an improved sound.
The main thing that I'm not really feeling with this change is that instead of replacing Nick with someone new, Caleb (keys/programming) is gonna take the frontman posish and replace the performance of live keys with an iPod (sampled). I'm personally hoping it'll just be a temporary sacrifice and they find someone new, because I love the fact that there are six of them making such layered, aggressive music.
Stream: Attack Attack! - Someday Came Suddenly
why: because frontman and screaming vocalist Nick Barham has "non-explosively" left the band. This sucks, because I hate when bands breakup... it seems like the music never comes out the same. Bands like Emarosa, Dance Gavin Dance, A Skylit Drive just to name a few off the top of my head have suffered because of lost members. On the other hand, bands like Blessthefall and The Fall of Troy have been able to overcome losses like these with new gains and in some instances, an improved sound.
The main thing that I'm not really feeling with this change is that instead of replacing Nick with someone new, Caleb (keys/programming) is gonna take the frontman posish and replace the performance of live keys with an iPod (sampled). I'm personally hoping it'll just be a temporary sacrifice and they find someone new, because I love the fact that there are six of them making such layered, aggressive music.
Stream: Attack Attack! - Someday Came Suddenly
New Release Tuesday - October 27, 2009
who: Eh...
why: Nothing particularly intriguing for me came out this week, although I know there are a few releases deserving the attention from their die-hard fans. Click on the album artwork for a Lala.com stream.
Between the Buried and Me - The Great Misdirect
The Lawrence Arms - Buttsweat and Tears
Tegan & Sara - Sainthood
Notables: Atreyu | John Nolan (of Straylight Run) | Pelican
why: Nothing particularly intriguing for me came out this week, although I know there are a few releases deserving the attention from their die-hard fans. Click on the album artwork for a Lala.com stream.
Between the Buried and Me - The Great Misdirect
The Lawrence Arms - Buttsweat and Tears
Tegan & Sara - Sainthood
Notables: Atreyu | John Nolan (of Straylight Run) | Pelican
Monday, October 26, 2009
Attention! - Weezer ft. Lil Wayne
who: Weezer ft. Lil Wayne
why: uh... because it's awesome. I've been waiting for genre collisions like these forever, and I can't wait to see who's next to follow in their footsteps. The song's embedded below (not a video), so go listen!
Weezer ft. Lil Wayne - Can't Stop Partying
why: uh... because it's awesome. I've been waiting for genre collisions like these forever, and I can't wait to see who's next to follow in their footsteps. The song's embedded below (not a video), so go listen!
Weezer ft. Lil Wayne - Can't Stop Partying
Saturday, October 24, 2009
WE'LL DO IT LIVE! - The Fall of Troy
who: The Fall of Troy
why: are my favorite band of all time... They just are. Here they are discussing the band, touring, and the new record - 'In the Unlikely Event'.
why: are my favorite band of all time... They just are. Here they are discussing the band, touring, and the new record - 'In the Unlikely Event'.
Friday, October 23, 2009
WE'LL DO IT ACOUSTIC! - Jason Mraz
who: Jason Mraz
why: cuz you don't have to listen to "I'm Yours" on the radio anymore (even he's sick of it) and Elton John is my boy.
why: cuz you don't have to listen to "I'm Yours" on the radio anymore (even he's sick of it) and Elton John is my boy.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Premature Infatuation - Circa Survive
who: Circa Survive
why: because I just now got the November edition of Alternative Press
and am excited to see that they're reporting Circa Survive is currently in the studio working on a new LP. I'm little skeptical after reading the article, though because:
1) it's being recorded by Atlantic Records
2) produced by David Bottrill (Tool, Muse)
3) Anthony Green says, "I feel like I'm screaming more on this album - not Brokencyde screaming, but Led Zeppelin-style screaming. Some of the songs are really weird and non-traditionally structured. They're just movements without repeating parts, without a chorus or a verse... some very straightforward, old-school rock 'n' roll."
so it's clear that they're trying to achieve a different un-Circa Survivish sound, that I'm not sure they'll pull off.
As of now the album is untitled and there is no definitive release date - just slated for sometime next year. Be on the look out!
I had no idea these were being filmed until now, but you can go to circasurvive.com to view their TEN studio updates. Here's the latest:
why: because I just now got the November edition of Alternative Press
and am excited to see that they're reporting Circa Survive is currently in the studio working on a new LP. I'm little skeptical after reading the article, though because:
1) it's being recorded by Atlantic Records
2) produced by David Bottrill (Tool, Muse)
3) Anthony Green says, "I feel like I'm screaming more on this album - not Brokencyde screaming, but Led Zeppelin-style screaming. Some of the songs are really weird and non-traditionally structured. They're just movements without repeating parts, without a chorus or a verse... some very straightforward, old-school rock 'n' roll."
so it's clear that they're trying to achieve a different un-Circa Survivish sound, that I'm not sure they'll pull off.
As of now the album is untitled and there is no definitive release date - just slated for sometime next year. Be on the look out!
I had no idea these were being filmed until now, but you can go to circasurvive.com to view their TEN studio updates. Here's the latest:
Q&A - Dustin Kensrue of Thrice
who: Dustin Kensrue of Thrice
why: sat down for an interview with Punknews.org to talk about the new album 'Beggars', past albums, evolving musically and auto-tune.
Check out the full interview here if you're interested.
why: sat down for an interview with Punknews.org to talk about the new album 'Beggars', past albums, evolving musically and auto-tune.
Check out the full interview here if you're interested.
Watch Out - Weezer
who: Weezer
why: has released the video for their single "(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To" on the interwebs.
why: has released the video for their single "(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To" on the interwebs.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Waffle Fries - This Time Next Year
who: This Time Next Year
why: because they're smart. They understand what's going on right now, and I appreciate sensible people. Following in the steps of Radiohead's 'In Rainbows' release, This Time Next Year has released their debut album 'Road Maps & Heart Attacks' through what they're calling the "Pay What You Want" program. This gives YOU the ability to download their album for whatever price you want: you can pay anything from $0 - $100,000 for it. Radiohead made millions off of this promotion and literally everyone and their mother has that CD - granted: they're Radiohead.
But I think what's most important is that they're getting there music out there LEGALLY and people don't have to feel like thieves because they want to listen to some new tunes. I'm a broke college student, and if I bought every album I wanted - I'd have to do illegal things to come up with the money anyway.
Bands put up a few singles on their myspace for you to stream for free, but if you don't like the rest of the album once you're swayed into buying it, you just wasted 10 bucks! So I think these guys have the right idea. Most bands don't make that much money through their CD sales anyways (which is why I'm surprised Equal Vision went along with it), but this way people will here the music, go to shows, buy merch and anticipate new releases, so for this I thank This Time Next Year for not being driven by the dollar and instead focusing on what's really important - the music.
These guys are a pretty solid pop-punk band and you should definitely go donate even $1 to these guys for doing something bold. Maybe in the future some of your favorite bands will follow suit. DOWNLOAD HERE!
why: because they're smart. They understand what's going on right now, and I appreciate sensible people. Following in the steps of Radiohead's 'In Rainbows' release, This Time Next Year has released their debut album 'Road Maps & Heart Attacks' through what they're calling the "Pay What You Want" program. This gives YOU the ability to download their album for whatever price you want: you can pay anything from $0 - $100,000 for it. Radiohead made millions off of this promotion and literally everyone and their mother has that CD - granted: they're Radiohead.
But I think what's most important is that they're getting there music out there LEGALLY and people don't have to feel like thieves because they want to listen to some new tunes. I'm a broke college student, and if I bought every album I wanted - I'd have to do illegal things to come up with the money anyway.
Bands put up a few singles on their myspace for you to stream for free, but if you don't like the rest of the album once you're swayed into buying it, you just wasted 10 bucks! So I think these guys have the right idea. Most bands don't make that much money through their CD sales anyways (which is why I'm surprised Equal Vision went along with it), but this way people will here the music, go to shows, buy merch and anticipate new releases, so for this I thank This Time Next Year for not being driven by the dollar and instead focusing on what's really important - the music.
These guys are a pretty solid pop-punk band and you should definitely go donate even $1 to these guys for doing something bold. Maybe in the future some of your favorite bands will follow suit. DOWNLOAD HERE!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
New Release Tuesday - October 20, 2009
who: Converge | Russian Circles
why: because this week, if you want something hard and angry or melodic and soothing you can pretty much take your pick. Converge are hardcore veterans who have withstood the rapidly evolving industry and are trying desperately to make your ears bleed in today's release 'Axe to Fall'.
| Buy MP3s
Russian Circles are one of about three instrumental bands I actually care about. These dudes are musicians and they know what they're doing. 'Geneva', their third full-length release is musical expression to the T, you need to check it out.
Buy: CD | Vinyl | Merch
Noteables: Cartel, This Time Next Year, Flight of the Conchords
why: because this week, if you want something hard and angry or melodic and soothing you can pretty much take your pick. Converge are hardcore veterans who have withstood the rapidly evolving industry and are trying desperately to make your ears bleed in today's release 'Axe to Fall'.
| Buy MP3sRussian Circles are one of about three instrumental bands I actually care about. These dudes are musicians and they know what they're doing. 'Geneva', their third full-length release is musical expression to the T, you need to check it out.
Buy: CD | Vinyl | Merch
Noteables: Cartel, This Time Next Year, Flight of the Conchords
Monday, October 19, 2009
Premature Infatuation - Motion City Soundtrack
who: Motion City Soundtrack
why: have posted on their myspace the first single titled "Disappear" from the highly anticipated 'My Dinosaur Life'. Sign up for their newsletter and get a free download, or just stream it below.
But a Goodie - The Early November
who: The Early November
why: because 'This Room's Too Cold' rang in my earphones on my beautiful 7am walk to class this morning; and I just remembered how awesome this album was and how I wish I would have seen them live back when this record came out. Take a listen below (if you haven't made a Lala account yet, you should probably get one).
Release Date: October 7, 2003
FFO: The Starting Line, Hidden in Plain View, Spitalfield
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Watch Out - Kanye West and Spike Jonze
who: Kanyeezy and Spike Jonze
why: because at this point I'm all over anything Spike Jonze and I don't care about Taylor Swift anymore. She should feel bad for Kanye.
Update: Alright, so the full video on vimeo got taken down... so here's the best version I could find on YouTube. It cuts out the first few minutes in the beginning though, so if you want to watch it in its' entirety, it is on YouTube split into two links below.
Full Video Links: Part 1 | Part 2
BONUS LINK: Fatboy Slim - Praise You.
Update: Alright, so the full video on vimeo got taken down... so here's the best version I could find on YouTube. It cuts out the first few minutes in the beginning though, so if you want to watch it in its' entirety, it is on YouTube split into two links below.
Full Video Links: Part 1 | Part 2
BONUS LINK: Fatboy Slim - Praise You.
One of my favorite music videos of all time.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Attention! - The King and The Thief
why: because they're awesome, and they'll lull you to sleep with a smile on your face. The lala stream below is of their debut EP 'of Wounds and Blessings', check it out. I can nearly promise you won't be disappointed.
FFO: As Tall As Lions, The Republic of Wolves, Lydia
Eyegasm - Where the Wild Things Are
who: Where the Wild Things Are and Spike Jonze
why: because it was a perfect Jonzeian? representation of the children's book I used to have to be on a waiting list for at my elementary school. I loved everything about it. Some people will probably think it's a little slow, especially since there are a lot of moments with little dialog or music at all... but it made me miss my Mom, so you know it's good. This is rated "absolutely." As Will Ferrell once said, "If you don't like it... fuck you."
Friday, October 16, 2009
Watch Out - Auto Tune the News #9
who: schmoyoho on Youtube and Auto-Tune the News #9
why: because if you haven't subscribed to their channel yet, you will. The shit's hilarious. Don't deny it.
Watch Out - Arctic Monkeys
who: Arctic Monkeys
why: have released a video for "Cornerstone" off of this year's release 'Humbug'. The more I listen to this CD the more I think I might start to like it... idk what that means.
Read All About It - Continuance
who: Continuance and Rise Records
why: Rise is continuing their expansion and have just announced their signing of Indiana-based hardcore band Continuance. They have some rather messy recordings up on their myspace, but hopefully Rise can help em lay down some killer recordings for their album which is set to be released sometime in Spring of 2010.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
In the Fresh - The Shred 'Til You're Dead Tour
who: Attack Attack!, Miss May I, ISMFOF, Our Last Night, The Color Morale
why: uh... cuz it's gonna be fun?
Dates
10/19 - Clifton Park, NY
10/19 - Clifton Park, NY
10/20 - Montreal, Quebec
10/21 - Toronto, Ontario
10/22 - Pontiac, MI
10/23 - Buffalo, NY
10/24 - Pittsburgh, PA
10/26 - New York, NY
10/27 - Philadelphia, PA
10/28 - Baltimore, MD
10/29 - Raleigh, NC
10/30 - Douglasville, GA
10/31 - Orlando, FL
11/1 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
11/2 - St. Petersburg, FL
11/4 - Houston, TX
11/5 - Austin, TX
11/6 - San Antonio, TX
11/7 - Dallas, TX
11/9 - Albuquerque, NM
11/10 - Tempe, AZ
11/11 - San Diego, CA
11/12 - West Hollywood, CA
11/13 - Pomona, CA
11/14 - Orangevale, CA
11/16 - Portland, OR
11/17 - Seattle, WA
11/19 - Murray, UT
11/20 - Denver, CO
11/21 - Omaha, NE
11/22 - St. Paul, MN
11/23 - Tinley Park, IL
11/24 - Grand Rapids, MI
11/25 - Louisville, KY
11/28 - Columbus, OH
Watch Out - New Found Glory
who: New Found Glory
why: put out a video for "Don't Let Her Pull You Down" from this year's 'Not Without a Fight'. Jordan looks old, but I like his shirt. Ian... if you're reading... you've always been my favorite. lawls.
WE'LL DO IT ACOUSTIC! - Portugal. The Man
who: Portugal. The Man
why: this is a relatively old video for things I tend to post on here, but I keep finding it in different places, and I like it a lot, so I decided to post it. Also, for Josie, because they're touring in Europe soon and I failed to give you their CDs, you should at least watch this. I'm convinced you'll fall in love with JBG (guitar) faster than you can say "bullocks".
Read All About It - Blink 182
who: Blink 182
why: because you will always remember how hot the nurse on the 'Enema of the State' album cover was, and now they're releasing it on vinyl. 500 of these are set to be printed in four different styles (2000 total), and you can bet die-hards will go crazy to get their hands on one. Independent punk/hardcore label Mightier Than Sword Records will be releasing them December 1st, but they will be on sale October 19th (next Monday).
Images of the vinyls from Punknews:
Premature Infatuation - Say Anything
who: Say Anything
why: because they screwed you and pushed back 'Hate Everyone' and they wanna say they're sorry? They've just posted "Eloise" from said album... my favorite of the two sneak peeks, but I'm still not sure if it's gonna match '...Is a Real Boy'. Bemis is still one of my favorite lyricists because of that album, so be sure to check out 'Hate Everyone' when it comes out November 3rd.
"Hate Everyone"and "Eloise" via myspace.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Watch Out - The Roots and Eminem
who: The Roots and Eminem
why: do a siiiiick honor to LL Cool J's "Rock the Bell" on the VH1 Honors Def Jam show the other night. Rick Rubin is my idol.
why: do a siiiiick honor to LL Cool J's "Rock the Bell" on the VH1 Honors Def Jam show the other night. Rick Rubin is my idol.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Watch Out - The Decemberists
who: The Decemberists
why: released a video for "The Rake's Song" off of this year's release 'The Hazards of Love'. I'm not the biggest fan of the band, although I do like this album... but the video is pretty sweet.
New Release Tuesday - October 13th, 2009
who: The Flaming Lips | Say Anything (disappointment)
why: because The Flaming Lips just released 'Embryonic' which is sure to have at least one of TWENTY songs turn out to be catchy enough to get stuck in your domepiece.
also... Say Anything's new album 'Hate Everyone' was originally supposed to be released today... but their myspace now says it will be released on November 3rd. Laaaaame.
Say Anything - Hate Everyone
If you haven't heard the single, you can at least stream that here.
Monday, October 12, 2009
In the Fresh - Motion City Soundtrack
who: Motion City Soundtrack
why: holy shitballs, Chicago. If you're a Motion fan you need to hear this. They just announced they'll be playing a three day show at the new Lincoln Hall December 18th - 20th.
December 18th - I Am the Movie
December 19th - Commit This to Memory
December 20th - Even If It Kills Me
That's right. They're playing all three albums in three days. Coheed did this awhile back in New York and I bet it was the shit... just go.
Tickets are $20 a night or $50 for a three day pass. I'm gonna make it for the 18th for sure.
See you there?
Official details here.
Friday, October 9, 2009
tf presents - these girls fall like dominos (autumn.oh.nine)
who: me
why: I decided to follow in the footsteps of another and make a mix of some songs to get me geared up for the current fall weather. It's time to take it down from the riotous anthems of summer and class it up for a leaf-crunching walk on the quad. Think slower, buzzy, temperately sad but uplifting... cool, fresh and clean. Mmm. I don't miss Summer even a little bit.
tf presents: these girls fall like dominos (autumn.oh.nine)
download* from mediafire(zip)
download* from mediafire(zip)
1) mewithoutYou - Timothy Hay
2) The Postal Service - Sleeping In
3) Small Black - Despicable Dogs
4) Inkwell - There Was Something Just Grammatically Incorrect...
5) The Big Pink - Dominos
6) Passion Pit - Sleepyhead
7) The Prize Fighter Inferno - Who Watches the Watchmen?
8) Miniature Tigers - Dino Damage
9) Vampire Weekend - Horchata
10) Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground - Diggin'
11) Monsters of Folk - Dear God (sincerely M.O.F)
12) The Fall of Troy - Webs
13) Netherfriends - Friends With Lofts
14) Manchester Orchestra - Where Have You Been?
15) Alexi Murdoch - All of My Days
16) Lions Lions - Tumbling
*Remember... this mix is intended for a brief listening. If you like these songs, buy them... Don't be a mooch. Support the music you love.
NOTE: most likely do to inactivity, the link has been taken down - and my compute went crazy so not even I have the files anymore. if you really want it, let me know and i can try to reassemble it and post a new archive. Bundle Up! (with covers) will be released on the first day there's snow! so be on the lookout.
NOTE: most likely do to inactivity, the link has been taken down - and my compute went crazy so not even I have the files anymore. if you really want it, let me know and i can try to reassemble it and post a new archive. Bundle Up! (with covers) will be released on the first day there's snow! so be on the lookout.
This was pretty fun, so be sure to look for more "tf presents" in the future.
Watch Out - Modest Mouse
who: Modest Mouse
why: released a new video from this year's 'No One's First, and You're Next' EP. Cheeeeck it.
Read All About It - October 9th
Two-story Friday.
who: Conditions
why: just put up a stream of their 2009 'You Are Forgotten' EP on PureVolume, check it out!
who: From First to Last | Rise Records
why: because all kinds of crazy shit was going on with this band... Sonny went nutso and released that terrible EP this year and no one knew what was gonna happen to them... but they've now signed with Rise, so things are looking up? Their first album with Rise is set to be out February 10th, 2010, so be on the look out!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Eyegasm - Zombieland
who: Zombieland
why: it was like a funnier, action-packed, white men can't jump better version of Adventureland. The similarities are hard to ignore. Lead actor... check. Similar (but better) female actor... check. Amusement Park... check.
Not quite as good as Shaun of the Dead, but it wasn't trying to be... it was just a solid, good movie that I'll definitely watch again, and sometimes the subtle quiet ones are the ones that stick out.
Rating: 
fasho.
fasho. Premature Infatuation? - Dashboard Confessional
who: Dashboard Confessional
why: I'm not sure if I really care, but their new single "Belle of the Boulevard" is now streaming on their myspace. If you're a big fan, then you're looking forward to November 10th, when their cd 'Alter the Ending' will be in stores.
Boycottage - Twilight: New Moon (cont.)
who: Death Cab for Cutie
why: debuted their new video for Twilight: New Moon's "Meet Me on the Equinox" last night on MTV... and I like the song as long as I'm not watching the video... weird.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
New Release Tuesday - October 6th
On the most anticipated day for quite some time, it was kind of easy to forget to write it all down on the intranets.
why: because these two have been on my radar since the end of last year, and they're finally out! The Fall of Troy's 'In the Unlikely Event' is completely different from what you should probably expect, especially considering it's following last year's revolutionary (at least for me) 'The Phantom on the Horizon'.
HORSE is like a loyal puppy that could never disappoint you. The more ridiculous the more undeniably entertaining. 'Desperate Living' is out today.
You absolutely must listen to both of these.
Notables: Blessthefall, Mayday Parade, Relient K
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Fool for Thought - lala.com
who: lala.com
why: because we should have seen it sooner... Every day we're finding new ways to keep the internet and anything else we can as close as possible. Think of the future... True "nano" ipods, and cell phones that fit into your ear and allow you simply to think about turning them on right?..
why: because we should have seen it sooner... Every day we're finding new ways to keep the internet and anything else we can as close as possible. Think of the future... True "nano" ipods, and cell phones that fit into your ear and allow you simply to think about turning them on right?..
Nah. I'll take a cell phone that can give me internet access to any song I've ever wanted, though. CDs and Vinyls are cool to have, but eventually I'm gonna run out of room. And recently, my hard drive got screwed up and I lost most of what I really cared about owning... the mp3s from the albums so I could actually listen to them.
So look. Here it is. Lala.com allows you to buy an "Online Album" of The Fall of Troy's newest album 'In the Unlikely Event' for only $1.08, OR the mp3 version for $7.49. $1 sounds good, so you buy the online version, but shit that means you have to be on the internet to listen to it? Yeah... but what if you could somehow get really good internet on your phone that would load lala for you no problem?... Yeah it's probably gonna happen.
Lawyered?
New Thread - "..."
who: Jon Gosselin
why: poor dude got annihilated in this argument with a genius.
who: Danny DeVito
why: got simply torn by Robbin Shabotski.
Premature Infatuation - Vampire Weekend
who: Vampire Weekend
why: because I've somehow managed to ignore Vampire Weekend until now, when I have a song about horchata stuck in my head... Their new release 'Contra' will be released January 12th of next year.
'Horchata'
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