7/31/12- Zechs Marquise- Mega Slap & Getting Paid

TOTD Tuesday Doubleday Vol. 4. I saw Fang Island last night and this El Paso based group was the opening act. I had never heard of them before but I was impressed beyond belief- these guys in a way stole the show. Fang Island definitely killed their set and I was floored that they sound just as good live as recorded, but this group came with an intense energy and enthusiasm. Four guys were all huddled up on stage- surrounding their bombastic and intensely talented drummer who seemed to be the nucleus of the group. (you can get a sense of this in the video below) They are purely an instrumental group but their songs, which get up in to the 5-7minute mark, all have many twists, turns, and various sections/melodies- enough to keep you engaged the whole time. Their sound seems to be equal parts prog, funk, hip hop, jazz, and a hint of metal which is extremely infecting. Get lost and enjoy!

7/30/12- The King Khan & BBQ Show- I'll Be Loving You

Sometimes you just need to follow a chain of "related artists" searches till you find something new. That is exactly what I did to find this gem, thanks Spotify. After a quick Wikipedia search I learned that they were a Canadian garage rock duo from Montreal that blended doo-wop and punk. They have since broken up, but this song is totally awesome.

7/26/12- Michael Jackson- Man In The Mirror

My first connection to music, the King of Pop himself.

7/25/12- Rammstein- Du Hast

Need something to get through the week? I do. Rammstein- no more, no less.
note: PLAY THIS LOUD. Commence head banging.

7/24/12- Alanis Morissette- Ironic & Hand In My Pocket

TOTD: Tuesday DoubleDay Vol. 3- Alanis Morissett's 1995 album Jagged Little Pill is chalk full of amazing tunes, many of which are probably etched into anyones brain who grew up during the 90's. From open to close the listener is hit by an outstanding range of pop rock, catchy hooks, and amazing production. It has so many great songs that it was really hard to choose just two. In the end I decided to go with some of the more well known tracks, partly because they both have great music videos- a must to break into the once great MTV scene. If you haven't listened to this album in a while then I highly encourage you to give it a spin.

7/23/12- Passion Pit- Carried Away

I have always been kinda hard on these guys for playing to much into the electronic/rock- 80's vibe phase that is really prominent in current popular groups. I still have these opinions and am skeptical about their new album, but this song is just too damn catchy to not like. A pretty great summer tune. Enjoy.

7/22/12- Barry Mann- Who Put The Bomp

Some tunes for a sunny Sunday. Even if Barry couldnt think of enough actual lyrics for this tune, it is still a classic.

7/18/12- Old Crow Medicine Show- Bootlegger's Boy

Its good to see these guys out with some new tunes..their last album, Tennessee Pusher, came out back in 2008- which is a very long time in the music world. Their new album, Carry Me Back, sounds promising, but unfortunately does not include guitarist/vocalist Willie Watson- one of the more prominent members of the group. In any case, enjoy this solid old-timey tune (all the better with the group busking!)

7/17/12- Delicate Steve- Don't Get Stuck & Africa Talks To You

TOTD- Tuesday DoubleDay Vol. 2. Just heard of this guy through NPR Music's All Songs Considered (which is a fantastic program). His album Positve Force is full of some of the strongest instrumental music that I have heard in a long time. If you are fan of the guitar- especially slide guitar, this is a must listen.

7/14/12- Smokey Robinson and The Miracles- Tears of a Clown

Some weekend tunes coming at you! Such sad lyrics for such an upbeat tune. Enjoy the contrasts of life!

7/11/12- No Doubt- Sunday Morning

Some nice alternative/skaa rock for today. No Doubt's Tragic Kingdom was a pretty big record for me back in the 90's- them along with Reel Big Fish, Gold Finger, Rancid, and Less than Jake are major musical touchstones. I could have gone with the better known singles off this album, but I really dig this deeper cut...plus Gwen is looking pretty damn good in the video.

 

7/10/12- Kid Rock- I Am The Bullgod/ Bawitdaba

New TOTD Feature.....**TUESDAY DOUBLE-DAY**  Vol. 1 Kid Rock was definitely doing something right back in 98. These two tracks are still killer today ...and I still don't care what bawitdaba means.

7/3/12- Grand Funk Railroad- The Loco-motion

With the 4th of July tomorrow here's some music to get moving to. This heat streak seems to have no end in sight, so strip down to your skivvies, dance the day away, and embrace the sweat!

7/2/12- Free Energy- Electric Fever

It's July and hot as all get out. This is a tasty tune to rock out to when you are stripped down to your sweat soaked undies.

ENJOY