Monthly Archives: March 2012

Should Millionaire Rock Stars Sing About the Country’s Economic Woes?

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

During a recent visit to Chicago, some friends and I got into a debate over Bruce Springsteen’s Wrecking Ball.  One friend argued that the album’s theme of economic disparity felt fake due to Springsteen’s status as a multi-millionaire: “He hasn’t … Continue reading →

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New Music: “Never Played the Bass” (Video) – Nabiha

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

Nabiha’s mix of neo-soul and pop is quite infectious.  Also, any song that uses horns gets automatic points in my book.  On “Never Played the Bass”, the Danish-African singer is both fun-loving and commanding.  This is definitely an artist to … Continue reading →

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Smash Palace to Release “Do It Again” on April 24

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

(Release Courtesy of Publicity By Design) SMASH PALACE RETURNS WITH DO IT AGAIN BAND’S EIGHTH CD OUT ON ZIP RECORDS ON APRIL 24, 2012 “Living It Lonely” First Single  Album Release Show Announced   “Smash Palace, a powerpop/rock band with a 28-year … Continue reading →

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New Music: “Dark Days” – Cygnets (Review)

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

Cygnets’ second album Dark Days sounds as if the band were listening to a whole lot of Depeche Mode, Joy Division, and The Smiths.  Tightly controlled drum-beats, throbbing bass-lines and synthesizer hooks are a way of life all across Dark … Continue reading →

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New Music: “Plans” – Cowgill (Free MP3)

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

Cowgill’s “Plans” ends gloriously with a mixture of Spanish-style guitar picking and a jazz piano over Paul Cowgill’s wistful vocals.  ”We got just a cause,” He repeats as the drums, piano and guitar wrap around him.  If you like the … Continue reading →

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Song of the Week: “Song to Woody” – Bob Dylan

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NV1vl0b5aYY (For some reason this version with George Harrison is the only one I could find.) Since today is the 50th anniversary of Bob Dylan’s first album, Bob Dylan it only seems only appropriate to use “Song to Woody” as … Continue reading →

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10 Songs About Drinking For St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

I was going to post this earlier, but I thought it might be better to put up right before Saint Patrick’s Day. “Streams of Whiskey” – The Pogues The Pogues have tons of songs about drinking, but this one might … Continue reading →

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New Music: “Acid Girls” – Pets With Pets

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

Pets With Pets’ second single from Saturday Aquatic Pixie Acid, “Acid Girls” is even stranger than their first single “Pixie Child” (check it out here).  Over some dark and sinister guitar strumming, “Acid Girls” conjures up the coldness of Joy … Continue reading →

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New Music: “Gliss” – I Am Oak

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

A while back, I posted “Gills” from the Dutch folk-experimental outfit I Am Oak.  The second single, “Gliss” from I Am Oak’s sophomore LP, Oasem is a string-laden ballad perfect for late nights.  Singer Thijs Kuijken’s distant, but deep voice … Continue reading →

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Album of the Week: “Music From Big Pink” – The Band

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

If I’m going to be perfectly honest, I have to admit that it took me years to fully appreciate The Band.  My older brother, I’m sure will be wondering what the hell is wrong with me.  The Band were always … Continue reading →

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