We're barely a quarter of the year in, and well, I'm not calling anything yet, but this album definitely is the best album of the year–so far. It reminds me of In It For The Money, which is a good thing, great thing. And shit, the first 3 tracks are real gems. Diamond Hoo Ha Man > Bad Blood > Rebel In You.

Mmmm, smells warm and fuzzy, tastes like shit. Just the way I like it. But, prove me wrong. Step up! Maybe Feist and Celine Dion will team up and come out with some HOT christmas single and I will soon forget Diamond Hoo Ha.

Diamond Who? Ahhh, yes, that was a fine album 

what is it about tim chunks' endeavors, both modern and classic, that motivate me to post? is it his devil-may-care attitude, his melodious singing voice, his savvy punk-rock-till-you-go-broke-
or-until-you-roadie-for-green-day-whatever-happens-first business sense? yes, yes and yes.

about 1,000 years ago he fronted the shit out of nyc punk outfit, token entry. most of the band's catalog (and musical offshoots–looking at you black train jack) were decent efforts but spotty and generally leaving much to be desired. that said, there was one small window in 1988 during which dr. know produced the shit out of the 11 songs (in 28 minutes) that would populate the band's seminal release, jaybird.

pulling from boston's speed, d.c.'s gritty aggression and l.a.'s all-i-wanna-do-is-skateness, jaybird celebrates the best sounds of punk rock's capitol cities but still remains fully new york in production, lyrical content (counting the frequency of the word "integrity" could be a drinking game) and, well, mosh parts.

listening 1,000 years later with fresh but jaded ears, jaybird holds up incredibly well (considering i shudder at the thought of listening to most of token entry's contemporaries, especially if they're from boston. gross).

"we're all part shatner
part steve mcqueen
part elliott gould
you know what i mean"

man, i miss hellno. i've got adios armageddon on vinyl record album but i left all my vinyl record albums in new york. whoever's got it on cd is one lucky mamajama….

New Stephen Malkmus & The Jicks album "REal EMotional TRash" comes out in March. Listen to the first released track from it, "Baltimore": [audio:stephen_malkmus_jicks_baltimore.mp3]

The trailer is out. The soundtrack is amazing. Can't wait:

How many of you still check this site? Not many I guess. Well just to get things pumping again. I've heard 2 Bee Gees covers in the past few months. The Nina Simone cover is beyond great. The Lucksmiths, well, I like the Lucksmiths and that's why I'm posting it. You know, for funzzies.

Nina Simone: To Love Somebody

[audio:beegeeslove.mp3]

The Lucksmiths: I Started A Joke  

[audio:beegeesjoke.mp3]

I've never owned this album. I know Big Lizard and Eat Your Paisley like the back of my hand, but I just never picked this one up. I admit, I listened to it at work and my first impression was, "where are all the pop hits?" And then I started listening. There is some great comedy in this album. All their albums are hilarious, but this one had me cracking up out loud. While it might not be their catchiest album, it might be their finest work with their banter. I've must have played this album 20x since.

How 'bout a block of The Boss, dude? Sorry, just played a block of The Boss for the guys at the sandal store.

Ok, hipsters love it. It's probably playing in all the Williamsburg bars as we speak. Which is why it took me so long to get this album. But, I have to admit, I like it. It is a solid indie pop album. Then again, I listen to all this crap. Put a little lo-fi, retro, pop, indie rock on and I'm down. Yeah, I'm a sucker for the whistling. Ok, this review is obviously telling you that this might fall into the guilty pleasure realm. But, I'm loud and proud! Say it, don't spray it, child!

I am digging this new Wilco album. A little slower and a lot more 70's. I couldn't pick between 2 tracks, so I'm putting both of them up for your listening pleasure. Think Don Henley on this first track.

[audio:wilco1.mp3]

[audio:wilco2.mp3] 

Lily Allen - Alright, Still

Is she worth the hype?  I don't know, decide for yourself, I like it.  It sounds like it's all pop sweetness, but when you listen to the lyrics you realize she's decimating all the boys she's ever dated.  Check it out.

 …check out this track I just downloaded from Parts & Labor, they have a huge sound and the drumming is sick. The track is called "Fractured Skies".

 [audio:parts-and-labor-fractured-skies.mp3]

hey so i dont know what it means.  but recently Marty yesdude'ed PULP's This is Hardcore. an album that i have totally heard before, but only until now really grasped it awesomeness.  maybe like how we were never ment to really understand that tv show thritysomething, because, well we werent 30 when it came out and lets face it its pretty dated now. but not this record.  sure its pretty loungey @ times and more than once i thought of neil diamond, but its pretty dark and disturbing—no, dark and unsetteing.  like afgan whigs but not as rocking. how can an album be so good but leave you in such a strange mood.i love this record but i dont know what that means. maybe i'm all grown up and lost my rose colored view of the world, or maybe i'm seeing 20/20.  

So, I got this new iPod. Now, I can listen to my music in color! It's amazing. Along with the technicolor iPod, I got more space on this sucker. Which means, more music I haven't listened to in ages. Demaria gave me this album awhile back, and I forgot about it, until now. Here's a hint:

"Say mister can you spare a dime? Some change could make a change. Can buy some time… SABRINA!!" 

[audio:kissthebottle.mp3] 

Got a live recording of Stephen Malkmus & The Jicks at Portland in January. Janet Weiss (formerly of Sleater-Kinney) really adds to Malkmus that the other guy didn't. I think these 2 tracks will prove my theory of Malkmus-Relativity. And, it's an awesome song.

Weiss (Live) : [audio:dragonflypie_live.mp3] 

sans-Weiss : [audio:dragonflypie.mp3]