New music in the iPod
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Every time I blog about music, I always get an e-mail or two from some crank who tells me to stick to the Yankees. So this 
post is for them …
Here is some music that I have downloaded fairly recently:
Valhalla (K-OS): Picked this one up off the latest episode of “Entourage.”
Crank That (Soulja Boy): This song will be huge before the end of the summer. It’s got some 50 Cent influence. It has replaced “Go Getta” as my favorite song to play loud in the car.
Vampire Weekend (Vampire Weekend): I’m not sure how to describe these guys. Take a little Paul Simon from his “Graceland” period, mix it with some Clash and some ska and there you have it. They’ve toured with the Shout Out Louds, another group I like. The whole album is pretty good.
Little Bombs (Aimee Mann): Available only on iTunes as far as I can tell.
Johnny Cash: Unearthed Volume III Redemption Songs: 14 songs that all hit home. Cash does duets with Nick Cave, Joe Strummer, Fiona Apple and Glen Campbell. His version of “Redemption Song” with Strummer is amazing. “Wichita Lineman” is on here as well along with an early version of “The Man Comes Around.”
I know, I know. You think Johnny Cash is a dead country singer from the 1960s. Give him a chance, he rocks.
Rock and Roll Queen (The Subways): I can’t remember where I got this suggestion from. But it must have been Mark Hale of the Post. If so, good job by Mark.
Higgins (Umphrey’s McGee): A jam band from South Bend that for some reason I like, because I usually have no time for Phish or Dave Matthews. Maybe because because they don’t sound wasted.
Let me know what you’ve picked up lately. I have a flight to California on Sunday and can always use some new music.
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wow pete i gotta get me one of those tv sound equalizer things. im gonna order mine right now.
Kanye and 50’s new albums drop 9-11 Pete. Get ready!
oh umphrey’s mcgee is good stuff! i don’t really listen to jam bands either but i really like those guys. if you’ve never seen them live i highly suggest you do. or even download a live show…way better than the studio stuff! archive dot org has tons of their shows available.
Oh and if you like the Johnny Cash duets, try Willie’s Great Divide for some easy listening. Unlike his other albums, not necessarily better, but its a nice change.
oh also, i’ve probably mentioned this here before but you really ought to check out gomez. you won’t be sorry, trust me!
“Kanye and 50’s new albums drop 9-11 Pete. Get ready!”
so does mine (couselfpromotiongh). 50 says if kanye’s album out-sells his, 50 will quit music. i’m upping the ante. if either album out-sells mine, i’m quitting life. that’s right, i’m going off the grid and moving into the wilderness. i’m throwing down the gauntlet.
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i haven’t listened to anything that blew me away in quite some time. the new common record is pretty good. a couple of my buddies dig the new against me, but i can’t stand that band. i’m waiting for a record to really knock me out. steve earle’s new album is released sept. 25, and it’s going to be fantastic. i’ve no doubt about that.
that’s pretty neat duet, Joe Strummer died 5 years ago.
That’s sum cell phone.
Pete, LOL, I’m surprised you’re not listening to “Bay Bay Bay”. I haven’t heard that Souljah Boy song yet, but “Go Getta” is tight. I am getting tired of rap music though. These rappers not named Jay-Z, T.I., Kanye, Game, and 50 Cent are garbage. “This Is Why I’m Hot”?? “Bay Bay Bay”?? Can’t we talk about other things, lol. I’ve been listening to R&B lately and some Linkin Park along with Maroon 5.
You can mellow out to the Fugees:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=gYl2pztQjdM
E-roc:
Aye Bay Bay by Hurrican Chris?
http://youtube.com/watch?v=qTPAkRETm7c
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wow…worst musical taste ever! haha…soulja boy. listen to some real hip hop if that’s what you’re into. wow!!! based on this list of crap, you should stick to blogging about the yankees.
Mel–Yeah, that song. I didn’t know the title.
This is a good article on what the Twins should do with Johan Santana. Some anonymous GMs are in the article too.
http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/.....id=2965174
iPhone pete iPhone totally worth it trust me
Pete – The thing about music is that it lives on forever. Johnny Cash’s Folsom Prison album is another great listen. And don’t miss ‘The Green, Green Grass of Home”.
Peter, not all jam bands are created equal. I am a huge Dead fan, but I have no use for Phish whatsoever. They are like the two biggest jam bands ever, yet they couldn’t be more different. DMB may be considered a jam band, but their sound is completely unique, jams or not. If you like Umphrey’s, you might want to check out North Mississippi All Stars and Robert Randolph and the Family Band (if you haven’t already). Those two groups jam hard, but aren’t from weirdsville like Phish.
Oh and you are absolutely right about Johnny Cash. He was part of the first wave of rockers. He toured with Elvis at one point and Elvis originally introduced him to his eventual wife June Carter.
Pete
I recommend the entire new K-OS album if you enjoy Valhalla. It’s a good record.
ALO (Animal Liberation Army) is a lot like Umphrey’s McGee.
Ellis Paul, a folk artist from New England. Has songs in most of the Farley Brothers movies.
The new White Stripes CD is amazing. If you like blues and guitar at all, get this CD, you won’t be disapointed.
I would recommend the new Dinosaur Jr. record “Beyond”. Also the new Spoon album is terrific.
If you like Joe Strummer you should get “Global A Go-Go” by him and the Mescaleros. I picked it up after finding out that the song “Johnny Appleseed” from the record is the theme music for “John from Cincinnati”. Ashamed I didn’t get it sooner.
the new spoon album is great. also, if you haven’t heard it, try the newish hold steady album. it’s called boys and girls in america.
Hey Peter,
Not sure if you have taken a look at it yet, but check out the book, Redemption Song: The Ballad of Joe Strummer by Chris Salewicz. There is a lot of info about Joe Strummer, The Clash, and the early punk scene of London in general.
That should keep you busy on your way to CA.
-Ryan
The “Elizabethtown” soundtrack has all kinds of goodness on it. It’s perfect for listening to in the car with the windows down. My favorites are the songs by Wheat and I Nine, but it’s also got some good Tom Petty and Ryan Adams.
the new linkin park album is actually pretty good (ps, if you haven’t seen them, it’s a great show)
if you like low-key, simon and garfunkel eske stuff, try kings of convience.
silvertide-blue jeans is pretty good, up beat.
j.ralph- kansas city shuffle is fantastic (it’s the end song on lucky number sleven).
if you’re into weird english stuff, just jack’s pretty decent.
also, andrew byrd and the mysterious production of eggs has some good stuff.
and how could i forget jamie cullum. the guys amazing.
No time for phish??? there’s always time for phish. especially if you’re already into jambands like umphreys phish should sound amazing compared to that. maybe if you think they sound like they’re on too many drugs, take some yourself and check it out. whole new ballgame (get it, ballgame?)
Johnny Cash is the man.
right, gangsta hip hop..super. sell drugs, shoot people, don’t snitch….fantastic message for the long term success of inner city youth.
Peter,
The Umphrey’s boys are huge baseball fans. Ryan Stasik, the bass player, grew up a Pirates fan. Joel Cummins (Piano) and Brendan Bayliss (the guy who sings Higgins/guitar) are Cubs fans. Andy Farag (percussion) and most of the crew are White Sox fans.
I’m sure they will be thrilled when they find out you are a fan. Be sure to check out http://www.archive.org/details/UmphreysMcGee
For over 800 live Umphrey’s shows!!!
If I may make a suggestion start off with this incredible sounding show:
http://www.archive.org/details.....sbd.flac16
Pete, dont hate on Dave Matthews Band, go see them live first, or get a live cd like the central park concert before you do. The studio stuff ( all that is on itunes) does not do them justice. I’ll try to find a copy of lousiana bayou live with robert randolph as a guest and send it to you. Also Dave and Tim Reynolds may be more to your taste, if so check out the radio city concert when it comes out in a few weeks on cd. I was there and it was excellent.
Music for Pete!
The 1990’s, “Cookies” (Garage rock, sense of humor added)
Tiger Army (If Morrissey were 22, this would be his band)
Yeah Yeah Yeahs, “Is Is” Ep (tougher/harder than their last CD)
Pride Tiger, “The Lucky Ones” (Vancouver band, MC5!)
Okkervil River, “The Stage Names” (Indy darlings of the moment)
The National, “Boxer” (Most underrated band in the USA)
The Beastie Boys, “The Mix Up” (Surprisingly good instrumental CD, lotsa cool stylings, perfect for a long drive/flight)
The Cinematic Orchestra, “Ma Fleur” (Chill CD of the year, jazz/soul hybrid)
Subtle, “For Hero: For Fool” (great hip-hop, put Kanye and TV On The Radio into a Blender and you get….this).
Jason, while I don’t wanna start a music debate, just curious — does your animus regarding content extend to other forms? Cuz if you’re not hating ‘The Godfather’ for all the same reasons you’re hating rap, you might want to consider the inconsistency.
Pete, I dont know if you’ve heard of them but The Hold Steady is an awesome rock and roll band. The band grew up in Minnesota and then moved to Brooklyn around 2000. Great lyrics and even great music. A little like early Bruce… but better.
Maroon 5’s CD is pretty great. I recommend The Outfield’s greatest hits. I just recently got back into them. “Your Love” is always a classic.
In terms of hip hop, not much out there these days. TI’s album is ok. 50’s album is going to flop, although that “I Get Money” song is pretty catchy.
Kanye West’s new singles, “Stronger” and “The Good Life” are strong.
T-Pain’s album is fun. Not great or anything, unless you are big into synthesized voices.
Umphrey’s McGee
Wednesday, 15 August 2007
McCarren Park Pool
900 Lorimer at Bayard
Brooklyn, New York
347.392.0903
- doors: 5:00 pm
- show: 6:00 pm
- co-headline with The Disco Biscuits
- All Ages
- tickets will be $35.00 in advance, $40.00 day of show, and are available through Umphrey’s Ticketing
Try the new linkin park album they’re great
Pete –
The band I’m really into at the moment and just discovered is Ozomatli. If you can wrap your head around a mixture of hip hop, Latin sala and funk with a full horn section, give them a shot. The self titled first CD is a good place to start. The rapping is in English, sometimes the lyrics are in a mixture of Spanish and English. It’s the ultimate party /driving music.
If you don’t already have Colin Hay’s “Going Somewhere” CD you should get it.
Brett Dennen’s “So Much More” is also excellent especially since you’ve already said you like Ryan Adams.
I’m also listening to Andrew Bird’s “Armchair Apocrypha”, but I’m not sure if I love it yet. It’s growing on me like Radiohead did after a few listens.
I’m assuming since you listen to Aimee Mann you already listen to Michael Penn. If not, go get “Resigned” and “MP4″ stat.
I’d also check out Robert Randolph and The Family Band if you haven’t already. Their live at Wetlands CD is excellent. They are considered a jam band, but they are more Stevie Wonder meets The Allman Brothers. Love them.
Great call on Vampire Weekend! A friend of mine was the drummer in Ra Ra Riot (another band worth checking out) and they play frequently together.
VW is an incredible live act- and are playing in Brooklyn on Sept. 8, for anyone who wants to check them out!
Pete
Check out the new record from Austin’s Spoon, called gagagagaga. Taut indie pop, their last two records were brilliant too.
Great job with blog Pete. Do you think that adding Moss makes Brady a top qb fantasy pick?
moondog is a pretty interesting listen, a blind composer who moved to nyc, lived on the street, dressed as a viking, invented his own instruments, and put together some really great, if odd, music to go along with his fantastic poetry.
Check out Common’s new album.
The Dogs: “Dirty Little Shop”
If you like that, the rest of the album is sensational.
Best British band I’ve heard in years.
Great choices in music. Especially Umphrey’s Mcgee. They offer so much different styles of music in their catalog…Oh and their live show is something no one should miss. Definitely one of the top touring band around and they are only getting better. They happen to be opening up for dave matthews this weekend at Deer Creek Amphitheater in Indianapolis.
Pick up “Robbers and Cowards” by Cold War Kids, if you haven’t already. Heard the Kids on Letterman about a year ago and my head shot up from the laptop. Awesome stuff.
Harley, yes I think the Godfather romanticizes crime and I prefer Scorsese’s films b/c they depict (in unflinching fashion) the most likely eventual outcomes (death or prison) in organized crime.
Your analogy is weak: Since NWA in the late 80’s, gangsta rap fostered a culture that has ravaged multiple generations of inner city kids…no amount of moral equivalence to other genres of media/entertainment changes this.
Peter, Aimee Mann’s “Little Bombs” is off the phenomenal concept album “The Forgotten Arm.” It was the best album of 2005, IMO. It’s a must-buy, “Little Bombs” isn’t even one of the top six songs on the album.
Glad to see another Umphrey’s Mcgee fan. As some have already said they are absolute monsters live!!
Jason, fair enuf — and again, I don’t want to belabor this — but if you think gangsta rap is responsible for ‘ravaging multiple generations of inner city kids’, I’d suggest you’re ignoring a host of societal and governmental failures in order to do so. NWA didn’t invent crime, poverty, and hopelessness. They only put some beats to it.
In other words, it might be a symptom. But it ain’t the disease. Not by a long stretch. (And had the generation in question spent the last few decades listening to Celine Dion CDs instead? The only thing you would have accomplished is to make their music suck. Their lives would have remained the same. And therein lies the large problem.)
And a music note. Gangsta rap hardly ignores negative outcome when it comes to the Life. That’s my point. Scorsese is allowed artistic license becuz he’s white and doesn’t where baggy jeans. Okay. But let’s not pretend the game isn’t fixed in this regard.
I second the Dinosaur Jr. recommendation. That album kicks all kinds of ass.
Pete,
You should definitely check out the McCarren Park Pool on Wednesday, I’ll be there. Although, I’ve seen Umphrey’s 19 times now, and they are staring to bore me with their jams. However the reason you should go is to see the Disco Biscuits. If by any chance your looking to loose weight, you will easily loose five pounds just from dancing to the Biscuits. By far and away the best live act right now.
There is no way in hell I would EVER buy a CD whose artist is called “Soulja Boy”. Not only can the man not spell correctly, but his name is unoriginal.
In a subtle way, it reminds me of Master P and his whole “No Limit Soldier” BS. What was that all about?
Pete, You think Johnny was cool now?[And he was] Check out his stuff from the fifties…like Big River…he makes Elvis look like a schoolboy!
The spoon album is great. phish is the opposite of great.
wow, lot’s of spoon fans here. i’ve been listening to a ton of spoon and the newest wilco album lately. also picked up a bluegrass tribute to modest mouse. good times!
thanks for the tip on the cash album.
Hey Pete, ever listen to Uncle Tupelo?
Check ‘em out.
Hey Pete, ignore JJ, DMan, and Sherard. They don’t know what they’re talking about. Total idiots. ALO is like Umphrey’s? Lay off the deemsters brah. NMAS and Robert Randolph? Lay off the crack. If you want to hear crappy songs by generic jam bands, take their advice.
Eh, Pete, there are some great bands from the UK out there and I don’t know if the Subways are one of them. How about Art Brut, the kooks, or the fratellis?
You know Umphreys???
Impressive, they are the best kept secret in rock-n-roll.
As has been said, they are amazing live. Not like those other granoloa hippy jambands, these guys flat out rock. Maybe, the best guitar and drums, you can see these days.