The Notwist- Where In This World
The Notwist are a German indie band that started in 1989 and have gone through many musical style changes over the years. The song above is from one of my favorite albums of 2008, The Devil, You + Me. They have a new album coming out this month, Close to the Glass.
The Fugees- Ready or Not
Lauryn Hill sang this song (from 1996) and a few others when she performed for the Amnesty International Bringing Human Rights Home concert yesterday; the first “Human Rights” concert in 16 years. The original was in 1986 and included U2, Sting and Peter Gabriel.
Performers at last night’s show included Imagine Dragons, Blondie, The Flaming Lips, and others, as well as an appearance by members of Pussy Riot, who spoke out for human rights and against Putin (after an introduction by Madonna).
Japanther- Bumpin’ Rap Tapes
Japanther are playing The Lyric Theatre tonight 2/1.
Art of Noise- Moments in Love
When I heard Katy Perry’s song Dark Horse, there was something about it that sounded really familiar. Thanks to a few searches, I found this song from the band Art of Noise that goes back to1983. According to Wiki, it was also played at Madonna’s wedding to Sean Penn as she walked down the aisle.
This video is a mess of bad wigs, ice skating, and a bizarre moment with a turtle (around 2:33).
Jake Bugg- Seen It All
Only 19 years old, and already English artist Jake Bugg has had an album reach number one on the UK Albums Chart (Jake Bugg 2012). His most recent, Shangri La, was released in November last year and was produced by Rick Rubin. He’s often compared to Bob Dylan but there is a lot of variety in his music as well as his influences.
This song is off his self-titled album. He’s playing tonight (1/24) at The Wiltern before moving on to Dallas and then Houston, Texas.
Wu-Tang Clan- Method Man
A throwback from 1997. Method Man is playing this weekend in Santa Ana at the Yost Theater on Sunday, 1/26.
OutKast- So Fresh, So Clean
This song is off the album Stankonia, released in 2000. OutKast is headlining the first day of Coachella 2014.
Björk- Bachelorette (directed by Michel Gondry)
The Walkmen- In the New Year
Happy New Year!!
Run-DMC- Christmas in Hollis
Merry Christmas!!