This is a beautiful, uplifting video shot on a CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) train. Thanks to Victor L. Cooper
Laura Bettinson began performing in 2012, when one of her early south London gigs caught the attention of Nigel Godrich; together with him and Beck drummer Joey Waronker, she ended up forming one third of the electronic pop group Ultraísta. Encouraged by Godrich’s confidence in her unique and savvy tastes, Bettinson began creating her own …
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” ― Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities My wife and I recently spent some time in California. I was disturbed at the human conditions in San Francisco. I wrote to the San Francisco Chronicle (below) and even though my letter to the …
Here is a live performance of Jason Hawk Harris’ tune, “I’m Afraid,” which appears on his EP Formaldehyde, Tobacco and Tulips. It was inspired by a story a friend told him about his “very Catholic mother” who had placed one of those bloody pictures of Jesus over his bed, and how he was more scared …
Sometimes in music, the stars align to unexpectedly bring together legends to tell a brutally honest and unfiltered story for the ages. Such is the case for Portland producer Jade River’s new single, “Flowers Die.” “Flowers Die” brings together LA hip hop icons Ariano, MC Supernatural, Pawz One and DJ LaLa on the turntables for …
If you’re on Facebook, please like Lewis Harding’s solo moniker Wyler. My English Brothers in Sherlock Soul (and our soon to be announced British collective, of which I am the token Yank) have this Romantic idea that they can masquerade behind these musical personas and cultivate new identities. While I find it hard enough to …
Like the entire tournament it culminated, the World Cup final Sunday was a wild one, featuring an own goal, controversial use of video review and lots of scoring, with France defeating feisty Croatia, 4-2. What we may remember best though about this World Cup in the years to come is the emergence of French phenom …
When I watched the movie Hype! as a teen and simply never could convince myself to return it to Hollywood Video, one song and one band blew my mind. It was Love Battery. It was this performance. I thought it was amazing all these local bands were making it big and being from Seattle and even …
When I wake up in a giant, empty bed… get on my feet and instantly feel a knee, a back… I’d just been talking to Elvis Costello as snow fell outside the windows… wonder what I’ll be when I grow up, and then remember that somehow I’m 50 years old now, and my dreams have …
“I’m incredibly proud to present “Fingerprints”,” says Toronto artist Annie Bonsignore of her newest video, a collaborative project with Director of Photography Philippe Maurice. “It has been an incredibly rewarding adventure for me. “For a songwriter, the chance to add the dimension of visual elements is a huge opportunity to expand the story-telling that the …
LIFE PLANS: It’s fun to tell you my plans for the future then, we can look back and see what fate revealed and what fortunes were won. I am currently planning to a few more albums for The Staxx Brothers then I want to shut that sh☆t down as a recording project. But it doesn’t necessarily mean …
These plants survived the winter pretty good, had some “chicks,” but then about a month or so ago one of ’em started sprouting some serious wood. WTF? I never seen them do this. The last two weeks, especially; a full-on rager, with some sorta buds or something at the tip. And the other one’s become …
This tune has some edge to it. Give it a listen. ElectroBluesSociety is a European duo who produce organic dance music by combining electronics with raw vintage live sounds. In December 2017, Cuban Heels singer Jan Hidding did a recording session with them and here is another original and new song, the third track from …
This new album, Pieces Of The Night, is a collection of songs expertly combining organic and live elements, with classy electronica and stunning production. Lyrically, these are honest songs about the human condition and human connection in an increasingly hectic world. The album ranges from stunning instrumental performances such as ‘Boy In The Frame’, to …
I just got a call from Decurrian, AKA DC. The third official member of The Staxx Brothers after Joshua Hanson and I started the band on 2002. He was one of my best friends at the time anyway, and I remember Tina Turnbull told me after we rocked a particular house party that I had better ask DC to officially join …
On June 30, 2018 I joined one of several protests around the country against the immigration policies of one Donald J. Trump. I joined the closest one to me in Edmonds, WA. Hundreds lined four corners on Edmond’s busiest intersection (the corridor that connects the main road to with Hwy 99 and I-5). When I …
For those who are not yet of a certain age, it’s easy to forget that Steve Martin was once the most popular comedian in America. His stand-up appearances filled baseball stadiums, and his guest-host appearances on Saturday Night Live were must-see appointment television events that routinely added a million viewers to the show’s ratings. After …
San Mei captains a technicolor ride with take-no-prisoners guitar runs and lush, ethereal vocals in the new video for single ‘Wonder’. Riffing off the traditional performance video framework, the visuals are a glimpse at the raw power and boss musicianship fans have come to expect from San Mei’s live show.
“My Dad and My Dandelions!” A Tribute to Hank Kipp A little over six years ago, on April 29th, 2012 to be precise, I quite spontaneously decided to weed a dense patch of dandelions in front of the townhouse complex where I’d been living for the previous two years. The front of said complex—along the …
On Sunday June 23 Boston ska legends The Mighty Mighty Bosstones made their first Seattle appearance in four years and I was there to witness this esteemed event. The concert was once again held at Seattle’s Neptune Theater, a great venue to hold live music. This time they were promoting their brand new album While …
“Written for anyone who has ever been screwed over in a relationship, “Investment” is an anthem that investigates the meaning of self love and relationships in a modern age of non-committal dating culture that we’re taught to accept and accustom to without question.” – Domanique Grant http://www.domaniquegrant.com
It may be a sign of climate change that the old Mark Twain joke about cold summers in San Francisco no longer seems to apply, at least during day games at AT&T Park. It was roasting in the upper deck behind home plate on Saturday, even for those of us used to the dry summer …
Here it is, the long awaited video for ‘Free Your Mind.’: The Book of Horace Chapter One As I am on the cusp of quite possibly having a Top 40 Hit in several countries with the song ‘Free Your Mind’, I keep hearing the voice and sage advice of my greatest professor. Horace Alexander Young. …
On Father’s Day in America, The Guardian (London) newspaper ran a story called, “Separation at the border: children wait in cages at South Texas warehouse.” Former First Lady Laura Bush wrote an op-ed piece the day after Father’s Day, decrying the “mass detention” of children who have been separated from their parents. https://www.twincities.com/2018/06/18/laura-bush-separating-children-from-their-parents-at-the-border-breaks-my-heart/ Mr. Orwell, …
The intensity builds on this track. Stick with it. Riley says of the track “My Ex called me a couple weeks ago, 2 months after he broke up with me, to tell me he was in a serious relationship. Which sparked some anger in me because he told me he wasn’t ready for serious commitment. …
On Wednesday night June 13th I had the privilege of seeing Jonathan Richman for the first time in seven years and for the third time ever. Jonathan Richman is difficult to explain as he’s quite unique. I describe him as sort of a folky punk with a quirky sense of humor. This concert, was just …
The Golden State Warriors’ sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2018 NBA Finals suggested an inevitability to their 2018 championship, especially after the final game when most of the second half was garbage time. For those who watched the Warriors throughout the playoffs and the regular season, however, the result was anything but assured. …
Seattle-based songwriter, singer and multi-instrumentalist Rawb Middleton is back and has released two excellent EPs in the last year: Cracker From the Black Lagoon and The Cure for Tired Blood. I have always said that Rawb–he went by “Rob” back in the day and has updated his nom de guerre to distinguish himself from other …
Driving to work a few weeks ago, I was surprised to see billboards announcing a visit to my neck of the woods by Franklin Graham, son of his recently departed father Billy. An online search found the website of his Decision California tour, intending to bring the Gospel to a state which, as Graham made …
My first concert of summer (I consider June the beginning of summer) just happened to be Brit punkers the Subhumans. Subhumans are raw, wild and raunchy, and politically charged — just as punk should be. Vocalist/front man, Dick Lucas is lank and wiry and flitted about the stage as if electrodes were planted on his …