Battles Mirrored

Download Battles debut album "Mirrored". Very hard to describe, it's very listenable math-rock I guess, It's definetley not for everyone, but give it a listen with an open mind. Here are some quotes from reviews that got me interested:

"a genuine fuck you to the people claiming modern music has nowhere left to go"
-Playlouder

"sounds less like rock circa 2007 than rock circa 2097"
-Pitchfork

"a unique album with little to no similar peers."
-Sputnikmedia

"Mirrored is a marvel, dastardly and wholly original as it is, and one of the year’s finest."
-Tiny Mix Tapes

Music Posting

I definitely like the new way we are sharing music. However, I'd like to bring back the description of the music posted. For instance, a quick sentence about the band's style, similar artists, etc. And also a few tracks to check out as a sort of "screening" of the band.

So far, there's been a lot of music transfered around, and I find myself not giving certain bands a chance because I don't know who they are.

I know that the reason I post music is to try to introduce everyone to a band that I like, but who you may not have heard previously. As such, I like to give you as much incentive to listen as I can. That is what I like to see in return, and it makes me more likely to give your music a try. So, the more info you can provide on a particular artist, the easier the "screening" process will be. Just a thought...

iGasm

High street adult retailer Ann Summers has landed itself in a heap of trouble with Apple.

The retail chain has been promoting a £30 sex toy called the iGasm, a device which connects to any music player and offers users an erotic vibrating treat in time to the beat.

A News of the World report claims Apple is furious about Ann Summer's promotion of the device, and is demanding all posters for the gadget be taken down, under threat of court action.

The neon-pink posters depict an underwear-clad female silhouette holding an oval white device with two cables - one connected to a pair of white headphones, the other heading down toward the female's knickers.

The sales pitch urges music fans to: "Go at it hard and fast with a pounding drum 'n' bass track or chill with an ambient classic."

Apple is claiming the ad to be an abuse of the silhouette-based images it uses in its own advertising.

Ann Summers hasn't bowed to Apple's threats, the report explains.

The Hope

Ahoy me wretched Cleveland crew. Ye be leading ya to the Super Bowl. ARRRR!

Interpol

FYI. Interpol have some upcoming dates in the US. I'm seeing them at BFD in a few weeks. You should definitely check them out.

Chicago June 3
Cleveland July 23
Columbus July 25
Chicago August 4
Baltimore August 5

There are several other dates, but I'm not sure where everybody lives. I've included dates where I know people here live. Check out www.interpolnyc.com for more dates and info.

current

cool internet video channel: http://www.current.tv/

New Stuff

I put out some stuff on the ftp. My first attempt so hopefully everything works right. I also have a possible addition to the club, he hails from Austin, TX and has been interested in the idea since I mentioned it to him about a year ago. Anybody have any issues?

Happy Birthday Balki

This Sunday, May 20th, Bronson Pinchot turns 48!!!

Happy Birthday, Balki!!!

speaking of german pop culture...

Arctic Monkeys

I haven't posted any music in awhile because my computer crapped out on me, but I think it's better now, so behold:

The Arctic Monkeys. Their new album is pretty damn good. Check it.