6/28/12- Fang Island- Sisterly

I have had this song on replay for the past 2 days. I am really looking forward to these guys next album, Major. If it is anything like their last then it is going to be amazing.

6/27/12- Duane Eddy- Rebel Rouser

Country rock twang!

6/26/12- Talk Talk- Talk Talk

If you can wipe away what you see in this video the track is actually pretty awesome. You have some heavy synth 4 on the floor synth drums supported by a tasty slap bass line and swirling keyboards on top- all the makings of a solid 80's tune. On the other hand this video also shares all the makings of a outstanding 80's music video- over the top performances, geometric screen cuts, futuristic sets, and hazy  soft lighting. Combine the two and Talk Talk have accomplished something classic.

6/25/12- The Byrds- You Ain't Going Nowhere

A stellar cover of a Dylan tune by a Byrds group, who was at this point very much lead by Gram Parsons' country music influences.

6/22/12- The Beatles- Birthday

It's a big day for Lawrence, KS- specifically for one of the hallmarks of the city. Historic Liberty Hall is celebrating its 100th year! This amazing building has a seen a lot in its time... including (in a very small way) our wedding last year! Liberty Hall's walls have been home to everything from theatrical productions, films, comedy, political speaches, a wide range of musical acts, and even KU NCAA tourney watch parties. Check out this link to learn more about its history. Thank you to Liberty Hall for being a big part of why Lawrence KS  rocks so hard! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

6/21/12- Royal Thunder- Whispering World

There are some killer metal groups coming from Georgia- Baroness, Mastodon, Sevendust, and now Royal Thunder. Maybe it's the heat and humidity that makes this music so thick and sludgy.

6/20/12- Darondo- Lucious Lady

Did a little digging for this one- thank you Spotify for suggesting William Pulliam aka "Darondo". This guy's background is crazy- According to Wikipedia Durando is, "little known by anyone except serious enthusiasts of his genre...The mythology surrounding (him) is that he was a pimp. Darondo recorded three singles and played four shows in the '70s, and then stopped and drove home in his Rolls Royce after he opened for James Brown. Later he traveled the world collecting interesting artifacts, became king of Bay Area cable with three shows per day, and worked as a physical therapist coaxing patients to walk again". Whatever the case, this song is seriously funky. Enjoy.