Monthly Archives: May 2012

*Guest Post* – Album of the Week: “Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd.” — The Monkees

Posted on May 30, 2012 by carey

    (This week’s “Album of the Week” was written by the very first guest contributor, Carey Farrell. I’ve known Carey for about as long as I can remember (25 + years, which is still strange for me to think … Continue reading →

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Song of the Week: “Waiting on a Friend” – The Rolling Stones

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

    (Sorry I’ve been MIA here.  I write most of these posts in my spare time, and over the past few weeks, other things have needed more attention.  I plan to rectify that – so don’t worry I’ll plenty … Continue reading →

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New Music: “Superhero” – Keira LaShae

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

Courtesy of the Musebox: With a dash of electrifying vocals, a smidgen of gravity defying choreography and a whole lot of Superhero Swag, newcomer R&B/Pop superstar Keaira LaShae is the epitome of all-encompassing talent. Having a natural flair for music, fitness and … Continue reading →

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New Music: “Dirty Side” – Caravan Palace

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

France’s Caravan Palace describe themselves as “electro-swing”.  If that description sounds a bit odd to you, check out their latest single “Dirty Side” to get an idea of what they mean.  Modern electronic beats and samples collide with 1940s-style trumpets … Continue reading →

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New Music: “I See You” – Truck Stop Darlin’

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

Truck Stop Darlin’s latest single “I See You” is a potent mix of country, punk and straight up rock.  The verses are fly right off the speaker as creating a tension between John Phelan’s weathered vocals and biting guitar and … Continue reading →

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Song of the Week: “Age of Consent” – New Order

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

If I’m being totally honest, I’ve never really given New Order a fair chance.  I like Joy Division too much, and thus any music made afterwards is automatically inferior.   Whether or not this is justified, I’m not entirely sure. … Continue reading →

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The Legacy of “Tomorrow Never Knows”

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

(Picture Copyright AMC) Last Sunday’s episode  of Mad Men ended with Don Draper putting on a copy of the Beatles’ Revolver on his turntable and listening to “Tomorrow Never Knows” at the suggestion of his wife, Megan.  Megan suggested that … Continue reading →

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Album of the Week: “To the 5 Boroughs” – Beastie Boys

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

To the 5 Boroughs was the first Beastie Boys album I ever bought.  For years I was aware of the Beastie Boys music and always liked the radio hits -”Sure Shot, “Intergalatic” (which probably remains my favorite song of theirs), … Continue reading →

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Song of the Week: “The Day is Coming” – My Morning Jacket

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

While driving this past weekend to Ohio for a wedding, I was listening to Sirius XM’s E-Street Radio (the all Springsteen channel).  Every so often, E-Street Radio has guest DJs who play their favorite Springsteen and share their experiences. That … Continue reading →

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RIP Adam Yauch

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Matt Satterfield

RIP Adam “MCA” Yauch.  A true pioneer in hip-hop.

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