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CD Review: The Wildbirds - The Wildbirds EP

Written by krotzyk
Wednesday, 22 August 2007
band name: The Wildbirds album name: The Wildbirds EP released: 2007 Pat’s Record Company rating: **** tracklist: #01 421 (Everybody Loves You) #02 Shake Shake #03 Way Down Low #04 Suzanna On a first sight I was amazed by the case of this CD. There’s a sanded bands logo, so I would more expect some country style. The same of the picture from inner side, where guys with hats are walking the plains. And the same of 4th songs name „Suzzana“. But the very first song took me out of my mistake. It was like The Who with Robert Plant by the mic has started their show. Singer Nicholas Stuart during his performance somehow „hiccuping“, but not the way singers used to in ’60. The song is really great album opener! In second song called “Shake Shake” I was taken up by the introductory riff. I also...
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The Underdog

Written by krotzyk
Tuesday, 21 August 2007
Spoon's The Underdog from their new album Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga.
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R.E.M. - Formation: 1980-1982

Written by krotzyk
Monday, 20 August 2007
R.E.M. is an American rock band formed in Athens, Georgia in 1980 by Bill Berry (drums), Peter Buck (guitar), Mike Mills (bass guitar), and Michael Stipe (vocals). R.E.M. was one of the first popular alternative rock bands, and gained early attention due to Buck's "jangly" guitar style and Stipe's cryptic vocals. R.E.M. released its first single, "Radio Free Europe" in 1981 on independent record label Hib-Tone. The single was followed by the Chronic Town EP in 1982; the band's first release on I.R.S. Records. In 1983, the band released its critically-acclaimed debut album Murmur, and built its reputation over the next few years through subsequent critically-acclaimed releases, constant touring, and the support of college radio. Following years of underground success, R.E.M. entered the mainstream in 1987 with the hit song "The One I Love." They signed to Warner Bros. Records in 1988, and began to adopt broad political and environmental concerns while playing large arenas worldwide. By the early 1990s, R.E.M. were viewed as pioneers of alternative rock and released their most successful albums, the multi-million-selling Out of Time (1991) and Automatic for the People (1992), which veered from the band's established sound. R.E.M. released Monster, which was a return to a more rock-oriented sound, in 1994 and began its first tour in six years. However the tour was marred by a number of difficulties. In 1997, R.E.M. re-signed with Warner Bros. for a then-record $80 million. The following year, Bill Berry amicably left the band, with Buck, Mills, and Stipe continuing as a three-piece. Through some changes in musical style, the band continued its career into the next decade with mixed critical and commercial success. In 2007, the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Jon McLaughlin: Indiana mp3 Album Coming 8/21 To jonmcl.com!

Friday, 10 August 2007

Starting on August 21st, for a limited time, you'll be able to buy your copy of the new album Indiana as DRM-free mp3's right here on jonmcl.com!

The tracks will be 256kbps mp3 files which basically means the songs will sound really good and will play in iTunes, your iPod and pretty much any other mp3 players out there right now.

For more information, check out the official UMG press release

Thanks you to everyone that already picked up the album in stores, on iTunes or anywhere else! Please keep helping to spread the word and make sure to catch Jon on tour with Sara Bareilles starting August 27th!

Sum 41: Underclass Hero mp3 Album Coming This Month to Sum41.com!

Friday, 10 August 2007
Starting on August 21st, for a limited time, you'll be able to buy your copy of the new album Underclass Hero as DRM-free mp3's right here on sum41.com! So beginning that Tuesday, you'll be able to come back here to the site and download the full album as 256kbps mp3 files. What does that mean, you ask? In a nutshell, the songs will sound really good and will play in iTunes, your iPod and pretty much any other mp3 players out there. For more information, check out the official UMG press release
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The Killers: The Victims Australian Pre-Sales on 8/13

Friday, 10 August 2007
On Monday, August 13, 2007 at 12:00 PM AEST members of The Victims, the official fan club of The Killers, will have access to purchase pre-sale tickets to the following shows in Australia: Brisbane, Darling Harbour, and Melbourne. To purchase tickets login to www.thekillersvictims.com, go to The Road, and click on the tour date of the show you would like to attend to view password information. Then, click the "Buy Pre-Sale Tickets" link next to the show you would like to attend and insert password code to begin ticket purchase. Tickets are available on a first-come first-serve basis. Limit four (4) tickets per person. Purchase your tickets as soon as possible because quantities are limited. Show dates and venues are listed below. Tickets will be on sale to the general public on Friday, August 17 at 9:00 AM (local time). Pre-Sale Start: Monday, August 13, 2007 at 12:00 PM AEST Pre-Sale End: Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 12:00 PM AEST 11.09.07 Brisbane, AUS :: Brisbane Entertainment Centre 11.11.07 Darling Harbour, AUS :: Sydney Entertainment Centre 11.13.07 Melbourne, AUS :: Rod Laver Arena
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Fall Out Boy: Andy Hurley and Peta

Thursday, 09 August 2007
Check out this discussion with Andy Hurley and Gabe from Cobra Starship about their vegetarianism and support of Peta. More info is available for you at peta2.com.
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The Rocket Summer: Vote For The Rocket Summer On Yahoo! Who's Next?!!!

Thursday, 09 August 2007

Hey everyone! This month The Rocket Summer is up for Yahoo! Who's Next? User's Choice and we need your help to win!!!

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