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I dunno why I had it in for Julian lo these many years. An ex loved him and that was bound to put me off, plus, cmon, there is something […]

Speaking of giant inflatable penis’s (we’re about to), the rumor is the Rolling Stones will be the headliners at this years Coachella. How much will they make for their two

1. Fans – King Of Leon – They are never better than on a track like this: a syncopated spit out vocal, and a tight as hell melody. 2. Roman’s

100 Alicia Keys 99 Hall & Oates 98 Depeche Mode 97 Pretenders 96 Journey 95 OutKast 94 Mariah Carey 93 Pearl Jam 92 LL Cool J 91 Green Day 90

I suppose it was something to expect, after numerous biopics about almost everyone in the music world, from Elvis Presley, to Jim Morrison, Sid Vicious, Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, Ray

You can’t front an arena rock band if you’re an introvert and Caleb Followill is an introvert. A man of few words, of few movements, unable to lift his and brother

Is someone going to cancel Glee yet?  The feel good TV show for all those geeky theater kids has just crossed the line.  I’m not sure if I’m going to

There is a strange building on Sunset boulevard, the temple of Self-Realization Fellowship / Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, an organization founded by Paramahansa Yogananda. From the outside, it looks

Years and years and years after Pavement had the last word on Smashing Pumkins after Billy Corgan had em ditched off a tour (“they don’t have a function, I don’t

Hey look its another reason to hate Paramore.  Well not really, I think it may actually be a way to keep haters away. They are proud to announce the sassy

Saturday was the sixth year anniversary of one of my personal fave rappers, Ol’ Dirty Bastard of Wu Tang Clan, dead day. One of the straight up best performances i’ve

This is the story of a story I didn’t write. A coupla idea coincided and I was deep into the planning of a full length novel about two years ago

Not only Best Coast and Wavves are touring together this winter, but Bethany Cosentino and Nathan Williams have recorded a Christmas song together! ‘Got Something for You’ is just your

I, like many other a John McLaughlin fand, come and go on the jazz guitarist so much I am never sure where I stand. But this I do know. When

Damon Albarn has said that he plans to reform Blur in a minor way next year. Well, we didn’t get em when they reformed this year so the chances of

Drake laughed off reports he and Lil Wayne had a fisfight. It is difficult beating an ass you are kissing. And I am sure Common, once a really great rapper,

Yeah, you heard. And what do I get when I see Usher at MSG? Trey Fucking Songz. It coulda been Chris Brown, it could been Chery, but no. After making

Yesterday, we hope the big news today from itunes would be a subscription service. Nope. The Beatles finally cut a deal to allow beatle downloads on itunes. Not for nothing

Having heard two songs off the new Michael album, my conclusion is 1. One song sucks 2. One song doesn’t. But I can’t go along with Will I Am’s (who

1. Flow – My Pet Dragon – Killer anthem 2. Worm Tamer – Grinderman – Nick Cave in full goth mode and it is pretty awesome electricity. 3. Love The

Not for nothing but, er, isn’t now a really really good time so stop with the “Invincible” stuff? The Prince Michael was a King In Africa who came incognito to

Liv Tonight – Nelly And Keri Hilson – The sheer weight of irrelevance bears harshly down upon this stupendously boring piece of product. It isn’t simply written on a PC,

This is ht Taylor Swift told Allure magazine about LUUUUUVE: “It’s a little strange that I’m typically single a lot. I have a phobia about being in the wrong relationship.

Am I unfair to New York Post’s Dan Aquilante? God, I hope so. A week ago I refrained from laughing myself sick at Dan’s comparing Cee Lo to Barry White

Music inspires.  You see the quote “Music = Life” so often.  But can you pinpoint a song that has inspired or guided you?  I may be the youngest of writers

Scott Krokoff – “A Better Life” I was introduced to Scott Krokoff’s music from my cousin Glenn (who is old friend of Mr Krokoff). I took his suggestion and contacted

Being retro has always been pretty hip and cool, especially nowadays. Retro Nikes. Old Skool hair dos. I see Ninja Turtle printed shirts from the 90’s and such, as much

Sharon Van Etten was opening for Junip on Sunday night at the Music Box, as she is touring with them since November 1st, and very happy about it. On stage,

When Craig Owens left Chiodos I pretty much figured that would be the end of the bands affiliation with Peta. Today I find out I’m wrong and I’m glad. The

OMG -I can’t make a decision!!! Help me Superman. Here is why I am thinking of going to Kings Of Leon 1. I have never seen em. 2. They are

  I have waited to announce this for so long and now… its time! Ladies and Gentlemen, The Decemberists are heading on over to the North East. 3 dates sure

As Kanye West overkill week leading to the new album release My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy on November 22nd is upon us, it might be a good time to return

The Swedish guys from Junip have their unique way to build a giant atmospheric sound with a sort of minimalist sonic volume. Being front row in a concert teaches you

Yup sure to sell out in both venues.  Snag the presale by registering for the My Chem email blasts telling yout to buy merchandise every couple days. Presale Codes are

Undisputably, it will take a change in perception on an old timers like my perception abilities. Undoubtedly you won’t own your own music any more? But do you own your

Well then, we drove out 2 hours to see Underoath in the filthy urinal from Hell Lupos, in Providence. Heck all we had to do is wait a few months

 If you are reading this before 8:30 am est,  scoot on over to your TV cuz Cee Lo Green is going to be on Good Morning America peforming “Forget You’

With news of Motley Crue and Poison teeming up for a tour next year, assuming of course that Brett is still alive, though, cmon, Steve Tyler should be on hiatus

Hey if you let me be in your video I’ll tell my daddy you exist!! Well maybe that’s not what happened but The Script, a band from Dublin that sounds

This is exciting news!! Robyn, the best of the best when it comes to third generation ABBA influenced dance pop is playing radio City Music Hall Saturday February 5th, 2011!

1. Flow – My Pet Dragon – In which the classic rock band make their move and write the anthem they’ve always promised. 2. I’m Up On That – Das

Watching the first episode of BBC America’s cult fave “Skins” on DVD, I thought the soundtrack of alt rock semi-obscurities was interesting without being fascinating, but the scene where a

  James Blunt told the BBC how he averted WWIII: “I was given the direct command to overpower the 200 or so Russians who were there. I was the lead

Breaker Breaker this is Rubber Ducky wishing CW McCall (real name William Fries, I wonder why he used a lame pseudonym…..wait…….skip that..) a happy mother truckin birthday!  Born today in 1928. 1976

A long time ago, circa 1987, Iman Lababedi did a phone interview with Squeeze. He asked Chris Difford about the 45s and Under, a best of put out by their

It doesn’t happen much but when it does I want to scream Finally, Finally I have found the best band you haven’t heard of .. yet.  But if you have