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VIDEO: Portugal. The Man release title-track “Evil Friends”
Portugal. The Man are some of the hardest working musicians of the last few years. They've released a new album almost every year dating back to 2006 (last year being the exception) and this year will be no different. The band's eighth LP will be released in May... more
RECAP / PHOTOS: STS9 @ Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles, CA 3/2/13
STS9 capped their west coast run of shows on Saturday night at the 4,000-capacity Palladium in Hollywood, CA with a dance-heavy second set. The venue wasn't full (thankfully) so for those in attendance it was perfect -- ample room which everyone seemed to be utilizing for dancing, and no... more
PHISH FRIDAY: Video of “Piper” from 3/1/03 in Greensboro, NC
After this week's 2/28/03 reminisce a few friends including our own Wesley Hodges mentioned that 3/1/03 also holds a special place in their respective concert-going-hearts. For Wes, it was his very first Phish experience and a grand one at that. "I was in high school and my friend's... more
Pitchfork releases documentary for The Flaming Lips’ classic ‘Soft Bulletin’
The Flaming Lips released the The Soft Bulletin in 1999, which many at the time called "a modern classic" (We'd agree). Now, almost 14-years later, Pitchfork has made available a 45-minute film chronicling the creative process that went into "one of the 90s' definitive rock records." The documentary... more
Yellowbirds Announce New Album, First Single, “Young Men of Promise”
The Yellowbirds first album The Color was a 2011 favorite. Now, two years removed Sam Cohen is ready to release their sophomore effort, Songs From The Vanished Frontier on Royal Potato Family Records, May 28th. And to preview the album, they've already released it's first single, "Young Men... more
PHISH: ‘Step Into the’ Ten-Year Anniversary of 2/28/03
We decided to roll out this week's Phish Friday a day early in honor of today's ten-year anniversary for a show that has gained a reputation over the years for better (Best Show in 2.0) or worse (Most Overrated Ever) -- February 28, 2003 at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale,... more
Frank Zappa’s ’200 Motels’ to make live Orchestral Debut in LA on Oct. 23rd
Frank Zappa's 200 Motels will get a full-length orchestral performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles on October 23rd by the LA Philharmonic. According to Billboard, The Zappa family have had ongoing conversations with the Philharmonic about presenting Zappa's orchestral music and a date was... more
Assembly of Dust Offers New Album for Free
To celebrate the release of their new album Sun Shot, Reid Genauer's Assembly of Dust is giving away their new album for free today. All you have to do is share the record on Twitter or Facebook and you'll receive a free download link of the album. No... more
VIDEO: David Bowie Releases “The Stars (Are Out Tonight)” starring Tilda Swinton
David Bowie just premiered the second song, "The Stars (Are Out Tonight)" from his upcoming album, The Next Day out March 12th with a music video starring himself and Oscar-winning actress, Tilda Swinton. The concept video was directed by Floria Sigismondi who also directed Bowie videos in the 90's... more
Daft Punk updates website with teaser image
Last month it was reported that Daft Punk would soon be changing record companies and hooking up with Columbia to release their highly anticipated fourth album in May (their first in eight years.) Now, just a few hours ago the band has confirmed those plans by updating both daftpunk.com... more
VIDEO: Superhuman Happiness, “See Me On My Way”
Just ahead of the bands first full-length album, Hands, (On Sale March 5th), Superhuman Happiness have posted their official video via the Royal Potato Family for “See Me On My Way" which you can watch now. The band will also play an official album release party on... more
SETLIST / ROUNDUP: Furthur’s Three-Night Run in Colorado (2/22-2/24)
Last night, Furthur capped a three-night stand in the Colorado Rockies at the cozy 1st Bank Center with tickets going for a reported $250+ over the weekend. Saturday's concert had most nodding in agreement it was the one to catch with a second set that opened with "Help on... more
Fan hand-delivers custom-made guitar effects pedal to Trey Anastasio
Last night at the NYC premiere of Hands on a Hardbody, Trey Anastasio who helped write most of the music for the play, was hand-delivered a custom designed Illumiringer guitar effects pedal by a fan, Dr. Blankenstein. The pedal's characteristics are quite extraordinary, with the entire pedal being created... more
OSCARS 2013: Adele, Norah Jones, Jennifer Hudson and cast of “Les Miz” set to perform
We're just hours away from the 85th edition of the Academy Awards and thankfully live music will once again be a large part of the ceremony after last year's odd absence from film's biggest night. The moment most are anticipating is Adele's first ever live performance of her hit... more
VIDEO: Thom Yorke and Nigel Godrich Celebrate Release of AMOK in London
Just ahead of the Atoms for Peace release of AMOK (Available Tuesday), Thom Yorke and Nigel Godrich performed a 12-song set for a lucky London audience at the Oval Space. The scheduled "DJ" set included Yorke on vocals and lead guitar for a few tracks. Thankfully CoS found... more
WEBCAST: Leftover Salmon Play Hollywood Tonight, Broadcast on Ustream
Leftover Salmon tore up San Francisco last night and they'll bring their jamgrass south to the House of Blues on Sunset Blvd tonight. If you didn't already know Leftover broadcasts almost every show for free on their official Ustream.TV Channel. Tune in tonight around 9 PM PST from... more
John Medeski of MMW Goes Solo for ‘A Different Time’, Album & Tour in April
John Medeski of Medeski Martin & Wood has toured solo in the past, and more regularly in recent years, but this is the first time he'll document it with an album -- A Different Time is out April 9th on Okeh Records. Medeski has also announced a few select... more
VIDEO: Tame Impala perform “Elephant” on Late Night w/ Jimmy Fallon
Tame Impala are in the midst of a large tour in support of last year's critically acclaimed album, Lonerism. They stopped by Late Night with Jimmy Fallon last night to perform one of the stand-out tracks, "Elephant." Tame Impala plays New York's Terminal 5 tonight then continue south... more
VIDEO: Jam Cruise 11 Cabin Jam with Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers
Photo by Matthew Hebert. Our friend Cousin Dennis via @AdamIcculus sent over this video from the most recent Jam Cruise. He wandered into the cabin where Nicki Bluhm and the Gramblers were jamming to their hearts content. Here's the video which gives you a quick glimpse into the unexpected... more
VIDEO: Sigur Rós Debut New Songs in Europe
As promised in a letter to fans earlier in the month, Sigur Rós debuted new material at the start of their European tour last week. Here are fan-shot videos of the new songs, “Yfirborð”, “Kveikur”, and “Hrafntinna." “Yfirborð”: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEHOC31BX_g “Kveikur”: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rsz-G2c1VDg “Hrafntinna": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfLhKf2RGtw Sigur Rós continue their European jaunt tonight in Italy, then make... more
VIDEO: Foals perform “Milk & Black Spiders” off new album, ‘Holy Fire’
On the same day Oxford-based Foals released their anticipated third album Holy Fire, they also uploaded a video for one of my favorite new tracks "Milk & Black Spiders" which you can view now. This song gives a good representation of the growth the band has achieved since 2008's... more
VIDEO: Alabama Shakes make their SNL debut
Alabama Shakes, formed in 2009 in Athens, Alabama are certainly making 'the leap' into the mainstream rather quickly, performing on last night's Saturday Night Live as the musical guest. The band played their hit "Hold On" and the song "Always Alright" from the Oscar-nominated Silver Linings Playbook. Here are... more
PHISH FRIDAY: Today in Phish History, 2/15/03 Las Vegas, NV
Hard to believe it has been ten whole years since Phish's 2003 Winter Tour. February '03 can certainly go overlooked in the Phish world, surprising considering the jam-heavy five-song sets that scattered much of the tour. It was also a month that included two absolute barn burners on the... more
Hangout Festival Announces ’13 Lineup – Tom Petty, Trey Anastasio Band, Kings of Leon, Jim James, Moe. & more
The Hangout Festival just announced the initial lineup for their now annual event on the Gulf Shore. The three festival headliners are Tom Petty, Kings of Leon and a mystery band TBA soon. The band/artist's name is blurred out on the official poster. The event takes place... more
Trey Anastasio will join the National Symphony Orchestra on May 22nd in Washington, DC
Trey Anastasio's interest in performing with orchestras around the country continues and we should all be thankful for it. On May 22nd he will join the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall in Washington, DC for a special performance of solo and Phish material. ... more
Postal Service release first new music in ten years, “A Tattered Line of String”
The Postal Service have released a new track, "A Tattered Line of String" just ahead of their 'comeback.' The duo (vocalist Ben Gibbard and producer Jimmy Tamborello) released the critically acclaimed and genre defining Give Up in 2003, and will re-issue it as part of their 10th Anniversary. ... more
Bottle Rock Napa Valley Festival: Black Keys, Alabama Shakes, Furthur, Flaming Lips & More
A brand new music and arts festival is in the works for the West Coast this May -- The Bottle Rock Napa Valley Music and Arts Festival. The three-day event will take place in Napa Valley, CA on May 10th-12th with tickets going on sale in early February. ... more
THIRTEEN FOR ’13: New Albums To Look Forward To
Here's a list of 13 albums we're looking forward to which have an expected release date sometime in the next eleven months (or so we hope). The list ranges from Jim James' first solo effort to Phish's twelfth, to the much-rumored but nothing-officially-announced-next albums from Tool and Daft Punk!... more
Jim James Announces North American Solo Tour
My Morning Jacket front man Jim James just posted an update on Jimjames.com announcing a solo tour ("with some of his oldest pals") in support of his first full-length solo album, Regions Of Light And Sound Of God, out on February 7th. Check out the full tour schedule with... more
Sigur Rós Release Tour Teaser Video, Announce Kjartan Sveinsson has left the band
Sigur Rós just shared a teaser video in anticipation of their next headlining tour and it's definitely worth checking out. The band just finished a Q&A, AMA (Ask Me Anything) session for Reddit. In the session the band revealed they are currently at work in Los Angeles on... more
TOUR DATES: Avett Brothers Announce Spring Tour Behind ‘The Carpenter’
The Avett Brothers just sent word of their first headlining tour of 2013. The band starts out February 9th at the sold out Orpheum Theatre in Madison, WI followed by stops across the U.S. in April, May and June. Check out the full list of dates (including some... more
