Like a suntanned cat with nine lives, Jason Mraz bounced back in a big way with We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things. Sounding a bit less like John Mayer’s smart-ass kid brother and more like Jack Johnson’s smart-ass kid brother, the third album from the singer/songwriter became an unexpected success, winning a Grammy and spawning “I’m Yours,” which set a record for the longest running song in history on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. Four years since the […]
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The Viewfinder: The Phenomenal Handclap Band’s “The Unknown Faces At Father James Park”
New York’s Phenomenal Handclap Band have definitely got my attention. Barely two weeks ago, we posted their new single “ Following ,” and now we’re posting a video for yet another song from the band’s upcoming album, Form & Control . This one’s for the rather oddly-titled track “The Unknown Faces At Father James Park.” The band says of the video: As a teenager, Father James Park was the local park where my friends and I were able to go and […]
New Release Report 12/6/11: One Last Super Tuesday
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The first (and hopefully only) posthumous project from Amy Winehouse is one of this week’s major new releases.
New Release Report 11/29/11: Got Live If You Want It!
With only one major release week left in 2011, the industry is heading into break mode, but not before unleashing two superstar live albums this week. First and foremost, there’s Live At The Royal Albert Hall, the first ever live CD and DVD from this year’s it-girl, Adele. The British singer regales us with tracks from her two smash albums, plus a smattering of covers-including a delicate take on Bonnie Raitt’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me”, which we featured […]
The Viewfinder: Robin Thicke’s “Love After War”
One of the better moments during Sunday’s American Music Awards was watching Robin Thicke (who is definitely his father’s son) goof his way through the proper pronunciation of Ellie Goulding’s name while presenting an award. Not sure if the brief appearance on the award show will do anything to promote sales of his upcoming fifth album Love After War, but hell…he doesn’t have to do anything to convert me anyway. The video for the album’s first single and title track […]
Spin Cycle: Michael Jackson’s “Immortal”
Cirque Du Soleil and the Estate of Michael Jackson have collaborated to produce the show “MJ Immortal”. Mike D. takes a listen to the soundtrack, which features some clever reimagining of the King of Pop’s biggest hits.
New Release Report 11/21/11: Super Regal Monday
Rihanna, Nickelback, Daughtry, Mary J. Blige and Michael Jackson…a HUGE week for new releases. Click for the full list.
New Release Report 11/15/11: Hello & “Take Care”
Drake hopes to avoid the sophomore slump with “Take Care”, while Childish Gambino and Gym Class Heroes also have albums out. See what else hits stores today in our New Release Report.
Spin Cycle: David Lynch’s “Crazy Clown Time”
Back in August, we shared the news that Director / Auteur David Lynch was giving film a rest for a moment to release his recording debut, Crazy Clown Time. Three months have passed, and Crazy Clown Time is now – the album hit shelves on November 8. Lynch is best known for his film work, which is consistently moody, dark and disturbing. It should be of no surprise that when Lynch moves into the medium of recorded music, the result […]
Spin Cycle: Lou Reed and Metallica’s “Lulu”
A meeting of iconic minds: “Lulu” brings Metallica and Lou Reed together. How exactly does this work? Check out our review!