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“Discoverer” by R.E.M (Germany, 2011)
I admit, it might be a little late for me to start getting into
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“Rainbow in the Dark” by Das Racist (KEXP, 2010)
I have to be honest -- I may have just discovered the greatness that is Das Racist pretty recently
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“Can’t Keep” by Eddie Vedder (Seattle, 2003)
One of my favorite artists is Eddie Vedder -- not only does he produce great music, but he constantly pushes himself into new artistic realms
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“Information” by Dredg (Coachella, 2008)
One of the hardest working bands in the biz, Dredg tours almost non-stop and have a tight connection with its fans. The band does well for itself, despite having no hit songs or high-charting
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“Mr. Siegal” by Tom Waits (Montreal Jazz Festival, 1981)
Tom Waits has a voice that not everyone can love. In fact, I think a lot of people hate it (my Mom, for instance, can't be in the same room as any musical device
Read More »“Dry the Rain” by the Beta Band (London, 2004)
The Beta Band is one of the most overlooked rock outfits in the indie rock cannon. While most of us in America were (shamelessly) introduced to them by way of 'High Fidelity', they produced
Read More »“Obstacle 1″ by Interpol (Glastonbury, 2005)
Interpol is an essential band, in terms of heralding guitar-driven indie rock back into mainstream independent culture. However, their position in indie rock history is largely overlooked, mostly because they've always been compared to
Read More »“Jesus Fever” by Kurt Vile (SXSW, 2011)
Philly's Kurt Vile really proved himself with his latest album, 'Smoke Ring for My Halo' where he crafted an intricate and beautiful album that has the ability to move people
Read More »“The Road I Must Travel” by The Nightwatchman (NYC, 2008)
I've always held the opinion that Tom Morello is one of the greatest guitarists of our generation. His work with Rage Against the Machine is unparalleled, and his unorthodox techniques are hard for acts
Read More »“Girl Inform Me” by The Shins (Glasgow, 2007)
"It'll change your life, I swear." At least that's what Natalie Portman said in 'Garden State', introducing The Shins to the world (OK, ok, they may of been around before then, but you've got
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