SPECIAL: Mass Solo Revolt are Back with New Songs & New Shows!

(L to R) Russell Sherman, James Frye,
Martin Brummeler, Dave Harrison

Photo by Jason Thrasher (www.jasonthrasher.com)

One of my favorite bands, especially to see LIVE, are Mass Solo Revolt and I'm excited to inform you that they have new songs recorded and a new album coming out. Back in August, I wrote HERE about their fundraising efforts to get the new recordings out. Thanks to many contributors, it will be released very soon.

Word on the street, is November 17.


These hard-working rockers are kicking off the album release of "Bend In Time" with some shows lined up this month. Gotta go if you are in the area! I'll be at the Athens show, so come say "Hi!".

Chicago, IL - the Subterranean
Nov 17 - 7:30 pm
w/Killer Moon & Josiah Leming

Ann Arbor, MI - The Blind Pig
Nov 18 - 9:00 pm
w/ Wildcatting & Bars of Gold

Kalamazoo, MI - The Strutt
Nov 20 - 9:00 pm
w/ Wildcatting & Bars of Gold & Edsel Very

Athens, GA - The Caledonia Lounge
Nov 21 - 10:00 pm
w/ Pride Parade

By the way, just read a great article on Mass Solo Revolt in the recent issue of The Athens Blur magazine Click HERE to check it out.

LISTEN: Jeff Krantz - The Last One to Know

It's here! It's FINALLY here! The debut album of Jeff Krantz was just released yesterday.

I have been enjoying the music of this incredibly talented artist for almost 2 years now. That long, and the debut album is just now released, you wonder? Yes, that's right. Because I was fortunate to have discovered Jeff's music when he contacted me via myspace back in early 2008. Some of you may be familiar with the story since I've written about Jeff several times on this blog. (See HERE)

Having been able to hear some of the earlier versions of his songs, ("Alone", "Bright Light", and the song that first got me hooked, "Last Goodbye") I was extremely pleased to hear the differences in the final versions that ended up on the album. The songs I hadn't heard until now, are just as good too.

Though the album just came out, the demand has been around for awhile. With tens of thousands of fans who discovered Jeff through his online persona on Second Life (find him as Hep Shepherd), thousands more through mySpace, and not to mention those who have been fortunate to see him perform live in NYC, Los Angeles, and on a European Tour last summer, it really isn't a surprise that his album has been highly anticipated.

Initially intending to release the album last fall, Jeff took the extra time to make sure this album best represented his music, rather than rush into something that wasn't quite ready. Jeff is an artist with talent and passion, and he takes his craft seriously. The thought, dedication, and love he put into creating this album is clearly present. Jeff Krantz' ability to deliver insightful lyrics with beautiful heartfelt melodies is something to be experienced. So I suggest you get to it already!


The Last One to Know (2009) is a full-length debut album that must be added to your collection.

Best tracks

• Roses On the Wall
  
• The Last One to Know
  
• Last Goodbye

Get the earlier version of Last Goodbye (Radio Mix) HERE. Then make sure to get the debut album and listen to the differences. Both are well worth the listen.

www.jeffkrantzmusic.com

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Get "The Last One to Know" on CDBaby, HERE!!!!

LIST: 10 Songs To Listen To - 11.04.09

Click on song titles to hear samples.

Love 'em like I do? Add them to your music collection.

10 Songs To Listen To (listed in no particular order)

Jeff Krantz - The Last One To Know (Title track from an incredible debut album released today!)
Olafur Arnalds - Ljósið
Marina V - Moonlight Lullaby
Sondre Lerche - Words & Music
Dala - Levi Blues
Ten Year Vamp - Never Know
Woods - Rain On
The Veils - The Letter
The Blue Seeds - Lost and Delirious
Spy For Hire - There's Your Mistake

VIDEO: Thom Yorke - "Reckoner"

Such an awesome performance.

Saw this LIVE on the big screen, via satellite when I attended the film premiere for The Age of Stupid.

I ♥ Thom Yorke.

MARK IT: Jennings at Locos - 10.09.09

Coming back to play her hometown for one night only, is the incredibly talented artist, Jennings. You've read about her on this blog, here . And if that hasn't convinced you enough, then just come to the show and see for yourself.

Locos
601 S. Enota Drive
Gainesville, GA
October 9 (Friday)
9:00 PM

SPECIAL: Smashing Pumpkins NEW Album, Billy Corgan's NEW website

Yeah, boy!!!

Billy Corgan, *dreamy sigh* just announced that the new Smashing Pumpkins album "Teargarden by Kaleidyscope" will be available to the public..for FREE!!!

Really?!!

YES! REALLY!!!

Billy clarifies it on the official website:

Each song will be made available absolutely for free, to anyone anywhere. There will be no strings attached. Free will mean free, which means you won't have to sign up for anything, give an email address, or jump through a hoop. You will be able to go and take the song or songs as you wish, as many times as you wish.

The 44 song album began recording on 09/15/2009. I can't wait to start listening...

Click HERE for full official announcement.

**AND IN RELATED NEWS**

Mr. William Patrick Corgan, *again, insert dreamy sigh* has a new site up called Everything From Here to There. The site is actually rather spiritual and introspective, and is best described by Billy himself:

The purpose of this website is to discuss openly and without fear concepts of Mind-Body-Soul integration. If you are drawn to the Hidden Truths, drawn to God as something beyond limitation, and drawn to Love as the greatest force in the Universe, then you have come to the right place at the right time. This is a place of Love.

Check it out at: www.everythingfromheretothere.com

SPECIAL: Sondre Lerche & My Birthday

Happy birthday to me! Yes, really. It's my birthday. And what makes it more awesome, besides taking the day off from my regular job and spending it with my awesome boyfriend?

The release of Sondre Lerche's newest album "Heartbeat Radio".

If you've seen the movie "Dan in Real Life", starring Steve Carrell, then you're already familiar with this amazing talent. That's how I discovered his music.

So, if today's your birthday too (Happy Birthday!) and even if it's not, celebrate like me & get this new album!
You can get it on iTunes HERE

www.sondrelerche.com

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