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'Chrome Children' Rocked On Korean Home Shopping Network
Apparently Stone Throw's 'Chrome Children' release was featured on the Korean Home Shopping Network. Based on the video below, it seems like a spoof, but the fact that it isn't makes it all that much funnier. Prepare to laugh.
Lupe Fiasco Visits Gilles Peterson In The Studio
Even after the lovely Nielsen soundscan shorted Lupe Fiasco almost 30,000 units sold of his debut 'Food and Liquor' last week, the Chicago MC put on a happy face when he kicked it in the studio with Gilles Peterson. Lupe stopped by Gilles's weekly radio show on BBC to talk a bit about the album, fame, and even did a few impromptu live sessions. You can listen to the show over at the BBC Radio 1 website here , and also check out the...
Brazilian Girls To Play On David Letterman Tonight
Currently on tour promoting their latest album, 'Talk To La Bomb,' the Brazilian Girls will make an apperance tonight on the Late Show with David Letterman, two days before their show at Webster Hall in New York City.
Hot Chip Announces North American Tour
Set to tear up the dancefloors this fall, Hot Chip will cross the Atlantic to play a handful of dates in North America beginning in November, playing shows with Birdy Nam Nam, Jamie Lidell, Mouse on Mars and more (via tinymixtapes). 11.02.06 - New York, NY - Webster Hall $ ! 11.03.06 - Philadelphia, PA - Webster Hall ^ 11.04.06 - Boston MA - Paradise % ! 11.05.06 - Montreal, PQ - La Sala Rossa % 11.06.06 - Toronto, ON - The Mod Club % ! 11.07.06 - Cleveland Heights, OH - Grog Shop ! %...
Zion I and The Grouch Videocast
While we patiently wait for the video for their first single, here is a nice video montage of Zion I and The Grouch with exclusive interviews, live footage and studio sessions.
Robin Thicke To Perform At In-Stores Before Fall Tour
Along with a forthcoming extensive tour opening up for John Legend, Robin Thicke recently announced a handful of free in-stores he will be performing at before the tour kicks off. IN STORES Tuesday, October 3rd 12:30pm Borders 1801 K. Street NW Washington, DC Saturday, October 7th 2pm - 3:30pm Borders Penn Plaza 2 Penn Plaza NY, NY Thursday, October 12th 12:30 pm Virgin 540 North Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL Friday, October 20th 12pm - 2pm Virgin...
New Beck Video - Cellphone's Dead
What's that, you want another Beck video? Ok here you go. This one though is made by acclaimed director Michel Gondry.
John Scofield Joins Martin Medeski & Wood On New Release
Considered one of the “big three” current jazz guitarists, along with Pat Metheny and Bill Frisell, John Scofield has played and recorded with the likes of Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker, Charles Mingus, Mile Davis and more. A master of Jazz improvisation with a sound that blends post-bop, soul jazz, funk and blues styles, it only seemed fitting that he would team up with groove-based jazz group, Medeski Martin & Wood on 1997’s ‘A Go Go.’ Returning to play with the trio after 9...
Gnarls Barkley's 'Gone Daddy Gone' Video
Directed by Chris Milk, behold the latest Gnarls Barkley video for new single, "Gone Daddy Gone." And of course, once again they are in costume. Hopefully this doesn't give RAID any ideas for their next commercial.
Natalie Walker Set To Play At Joe's Pub (NYC)
Born and raised in Indiana, vocalist Natalie Walker has come a long way from her roots, to find her way home. With musical influences ranging from Goldfrapp to Lauryn Hill, Beth Orton to Sade, Natalie has finally created a place where both music and life intersect, "Creating music is my outlet," she says , "I was born to sing. When I don't, I feel empty. When I do, I feel fulfilled. Its that simple." "Urban Angel", her solo album debut, co-written by Natalie and two-man production team...











