Student suicide threat over RIAA bullying tactics
Zack Whittaker of ZDNet points out the RIAA’s atrocious behavior in harassing kids who download music. It’s getting so bad that some of the targets of this treatment are contemplating suicide.
Monthly Archives: February 2009
Suzanne Somers Meets Wire
You read that right. Somers was hosting The Late Show Starring Joan Rivers when she introduced Wire performing “Drill.” Surreal. HT: David Cotner.
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Noche de jazz y Turibus: Miércoles 18 de febrero de 2009 – Agustín Bernal Cuarteto
The Museo Tamayo isn’t just one of the coolest galleries in Mexico; it’s also one of the best hangouts for jazz musicians from Mexico and beyond. Bassist Agustín Bernal and his quartet perform in Mexico City. … Continue reading
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Jorge Reyes – La Otra Conquista
For those of you who never had the opportunity to sample Jorge Reyes’ music, here’s a sample of some film music for your enjoyment.
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Jorge Reyes RIP
Jorge Reyes, one of the most important electronic musicians to ever work out of Mexico, was found dead in his recording studio on Saturday, February 7. He started as a member of the seminal Mexican art-rock project Chac Mool, and … Continue reading
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Plant, Krauss win 5 Grammys
What a wonderfully weird combo these two make! The legendary Led Zeppelin front man and the bluegrass legend make for an odd pair, but it netted them five Grammys for their album, “Raising Sand.”
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Telefon Tel Aviv’s Charlie Cooper Dead at 31
Late news, I know, but I’m catching up on e-mails this week, so I have to do the sad duty of letting you all know of the passing of Charlie Cooper of Telefon Tel Aviv. Not much is known about … Continue reading
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Percussionist Max Neuhaus who revolutionized sound art dies
Max Neuhaus, a mainstay in experimental music composition, passed away from cancer on Tuesday in Italy. RIP. HT: Kim Cascone.
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Lux Interior RIP
Sad news for garage-rock, psycho-billy, and alternative music fans in general. Lux Interior, lead singer of The Cramps, has died. He passed away today at the age of 52 from complications caused by a pre-existing heart condition. Billboard Magazine has … Continue reading
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Gogo Yoko
Are you feeling disenchanted with the selection of music from iTunes? There are many wonderful options, but the most intriguing one I’ve come across is an Icelandic company called Gogo Yoko. What makes them different? A couple of things, really. … Continue reading
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