Spoon Got Nuffin?

Why is this tune not all over radio? Oh, now I see why.

AFI – now this one should be top 5 already.  Davey Havok for Governor. “Woot” to Aaron. What does Woot mean?  As for the rest of the tunes - thank goodness for my re-built internal censor.  Come on Son! Where  is Plen and Boulos when we need [...]

#MusicMonday – Classic Track of Day – Primal Scream

“Rocks” – Primal Scream was over their Screamadelica trip, and traveled south to track with Tom Dowd  at Ardent Studio, Memphis Tennessee.  The result was jukebox ‘true soul’ revivalist boogie.  Have at it.

Primal Scream – Rocks

Classic Track of Day – Moby Grape

Moby Grape *’Omaha’ * found this track on a compilation in the Rasputin used bin tonight.  There’s still lots of plastic for sale if you go the stores. I was looking for a Harry Nilsson record and then I ran into this.  18 solid numbers from various artists for $5.95.   I will defer to Robert Christgau [...]

Electric Tickle Machine

ETM has a vibe about them – Electric power pop symphonic metal machine western music-  HappyParts has been quietly watching from California, as the suits are circling the wagons.  Curiously looking forward to seeing them in San Francisco soon on their first National Tour.  Check the dates and order their debut LP on their MySpace.

Classic Track of Day – Rival Consoles

Julian Casablancas – 11th Dimension

One of the last exciting Rock bands to emerge from NYC in spell – The Strokes.  They wrote quality songs that gave rock hope. Like a phoenix rising and then fade to black.  Since disbanding, various members have released solo efforts - Julian Casablancas’ new track sounds like it will climb on radio with a quickness – when in doubt, increase the [...]