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05.07.2008 In the Studio with Lee "Scratch" Perry
Pitchfork.tv goes in the studio with the legendary Lee “Scratch” Perry and album producer Andrew WK.
posted by Shaun in andrew wk, interview, lee scratch perry, music, studio
05.07.2008 Ingrid Michaelson primer, tour dates
Paste has tour dates for Ingrid Michaelson, dropping some biographical knowledge along the way. For a more in-depth look at the self-described “librarian chic” singer-songerwriter, check out Paste’s 4 to Watch feature from last fall.
posted by Shaun in ingrid michaelson, interview, music
05.07.2008 Recapping Blitzen Trapper at El Mocambo
Popmatters reviews a recent Toronto performance from Blitzen Trapper and Bumbershoot video soundtrack stars (and ’07 performers) Fleet Foxes.
They seem to know just how good they are, and revel in their tightness, their intensity, and their passion. At the same time, there’s nothing even remotely arrogant about them. This is a live act it’s hard not to enjoy.
posted by Shaun in blitzen trapper, fleet foxes, music, review
05.06.2008 Beck album news
Pitchfork reports that Beck’s new album will feature collaborations with Cat Power. Even better? The as-yet-untitled album should see the light of day before July.
05.05.2008 !!! gets cozy for Pitchfork.tv
Pitchfork.tv posted an exclusive session by !!! from Brooklyn’s Treefort Studios. Songs performed include “Must be the Moon,” “Yadnus,” “A New Name,” “Heart of Hearts” and a special “Untitled” collaboration with The Field (see above).
posted by Shaun in chk chk chk, music, video
05.02.2008 Mike Doughty's Morning Becomes Eclectic
Nic Harcourt interviews and Mike Doughty plays on this April 30 edition of KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic.
posted by Shaun in interview, mike doughty, music, video
05.02.2008 Kid Sister visits with URB
URB catches up with rising star Kid Sister at Coachella.
posted by Shaun in interview, kid sister, music, video
05.02.2008 Man Man speaks to URB
URB snags a video interview with Man Man from last weekend’s Coachella.
05.02.2008 Bay Bridged: John Vanderslice
The Bay Bridged Podcast celebrates its 100th episode by featuring San Francisco’s own John Vanderslice.
posted by Shaun in audio, interview, john vanderslice, music
05.02.2008 The Walkmen do Leonard Cohen
Download four Leonard Cohen covers by The Walkmen, recorded for their recent Daytrotter Session.