The Sadies

It’s been years since I’ve seen the Sadies [Anna Leigh mp3]. They’re one of the most amazingly beautiful and rich western-style bands I’ve ever heard. It borders on the orchestral. They’ll be at SXSW this year, and they’re very high on my list!

Portugal’s Kalashnikov

If the Red Elvises … were from Portugal were more political rocked harder dropped the M F bomb constantly … they’d be Kalashnikov.

Evangelicals a Bit Too Worldly (And Lazy)

If you’re going to play at SXSW, you need to do some hoof work. Or if you have People, have your People do your hoof work for you. Showcase listings on the SXSW web site: get a picture on there get some text on there put an audio file up there And get a website … Read more

Electronic “Voting”

I voted in the Democratic Primary on Tuesday, but wasn’t up for going to the Precinct Convention when I got home. I wanted to go just to experience it, but it didn’t happen. I consider all the elections in recent years to be suspect. I’m resolving to write up a letter to that effect to … Read more

Capitol K

Oddly, whilst listing to the SXSW bittorrent I’ve decided that I like bands that self-identify as Electronic, but actually use a liberal amount of guitar. On exhibit: Capitol K from London – Drum St Song[mp3] As a foil, here’s a self-identifying Rock band with electronic elements. Excellent as well. Cassettes Won’t Listen – Paper Float … Read more