2012 has come to an end, and it was decidedly less epic than the Mayan calendar predicted.  Ce la vie.  Well, at least we have a vie to ce la.  While another disastrous prediction awaits the US population at the close of our calendar year, at least we have a few days in between to celebrate with loved ones.  But when that love turns to annoyance, why not take the time to read this list of my favorite 40 albums from 2012.  Another solid year of music is in the books and I’m left craving anything and everything that 2013 will have to offer. Continue Reading

JUNE 2012

1. Electric Guest | Waves
2. Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros | That’s What’s Up
3. Gossip | Into The Wild
4. Javelin | Intervales Theme
5. Cadence Weapon | Conditioning Continue Reading

MAY 2012

1. Electric Guest | This Head That I Hold
2. Gossip | Move In The Right Direction
3. Javelin | Tryouts
4. Bear In Heaven | Warm Water
5. Ramona Falls | Spore Continue Reading

Occasionally I get an email from a friend about to embark on a music festival weekend, seeking advice on what bands to check out.  I’m always flattered and usually eager (to the point that my boss should be concerned) to dive head first into the lineup and/or schedule to start curating my fantasy music experience.

Seeing as how these events are always chock-o-block with seasoned artists as well as top rookie prospects, it never hurts to have a second opinion on what acts will maximize the dollars spent on the astronomical ticket prices. Continue Reading

Instead of updating my Top 10 Tracks from a previous post I figure these additional 10 are worth a listen of their own.  And really….how are you going to limit it to just 10?!  If you’re behind the times, check out these songs for a dose of awesome. Continue Reading

Turkey Day has passed and Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa are just around the corner.  In case you’re in the midst of writing your wishlist, here is my updated Top 10 Albums of 2010….thus far.  There is a link at the bottom of the post that extends to the Top 40, in case you’ve already got the first 10 or your Santa is very generous. Continue Reading

SEPTEMBER 2010

1. Cee-Lo | Fuck You!
2. Fitz & The Tantrums | MoneyGrabber
3. Midnight Juggernauts | Lara Versus The Savage Pack
4. Chromeo | Hot Mess
5. Das Racist | Rainbow In The Dark Continue Reading