Wednesday, September 1 2010
Richard Swift and Damien Jurado - Other People’s Songs (new album / MP3)
A deliciously eccentric covers record offered entirely for free via a freshly minted tumblr page, in their own words, "these recordings came about spontaneously, and we wanted to share them in the same manner."
Tuesday, August 24 2010
Here We Go Magic: Pigeons
Pigeons may not be the defining moment all the blog buzz hinted at, and Luke Temple may still have several rough patches to smooth out in his songwriting process, but with Here We Go Magic's subtly enchanting second record, it sure is fun to listen to him work out the kinks.
Thursday, May 27 2010
Damien Jurado: Saint Bartlett
Saint Bartlett won't change the opinion of anyone who's already had his or her mind made up on Damien Jurado, but for those awaiting a welcome fork in the road, the record more than satisfies. It's arguably the best front-to-back record of his career.
Tuesday, February 24 2009
Craig Finn on the Zero Boys
The Hold Steady frontman illuminates the importance of this '80s MOR Midwestern hardcore band.
