The acoustic version of “In Repair” is one of my favorite John Mayer songs. This is a cool inside look into the studio sessions for the original song at Avator Studios in New York City.
Tchou on That
musings on pop culture, not so pop culture, and the joys of baggy pants
Ryan Adams Recording with Deadmau5
So this is happening. Naturally, Ryan fans are up in arms. Meanwhile, Deadmau5 fans don’t know who Ryan Adams is. I’m not going to jump the gun and call anyone a sell out. The fact of the matter is, electronica is a major player in the music scene these days. Also, I’m sure Ryan is really bored since quitting hard drugs. Regardless, the below description is pretty rad. Staying tuned!
Recording a track with my new pal @deadmau5 today. Sounds like BladeRunner starring Don Henley pic.twitter.com/3pmHWYwt
My friends when I go on a date
The Boyfriend Jean
Remember when The Gap was lame? You don’t have to think too far back, it’s still pretty lame. BUT! When you fall into The Gape, you fall onto piles of androgynous pairs of denim. Behold, “The Boyfriend Jean” in all it’s loose-fitting, low-rise glory. Quite simply, this is the most comfortable item of clothing I’ve ever owned that wasn’t purchased in the Old Navy pajama pant department. If your bum chafes as easily as mine, or if you simply can’t stand 8 straight hours of weggies (sp), purchase this versatile pant immediately.
I know that I’m pretty late to this party as this style was popular back in 2010, but I’ve noticed it coming back with a vengeance this year. And, as far as I’m concerned, dressing like a 12 year old boy never goes out of style. Some other examples of the trend are below. Note: The Gap version is reasonably priced and pretty decent quality.
Boyfriend sold separately.
Elle King’s delivery seems so effortless and honest. This song is one example of how little accompanimnet her voice requires. Dig it!
(Source: Spotify)
Paul McCartney recruits everyone short of Christopher Nolan to make this video. The song is simple and beautiful.
The Arctic Monkeys play “R U Mine?” on Conan
Other People’s Jokes
Jack Donaghy: …let me ask you a question, Kenneth. If Mr. Bright here told you to vote Republican, would you do it?
Kenneth Parcell: Oh, uh, no, sir. I don’t vote Republican or Democrat. Choosing is a sin, so I always just write in the Lord’s name!
Jack Donaghy: That’s Republican. We count those.
Hahaha that one’s a knee-slapper.
The Stumblebums
I don’t normally listen to this kind of music, but I had this band’s name in my list of music to download in my iPhone notepad. Last night they show up in this bar in Williamsburg and just start playing. They were toting a trumpet, tuba, and megaphone. When they introduced themselved, their name sounded familiar and I realized I had made myself a memo to get their music a few months ago. I decide I have to show them their name in my phone notepad. They thought it was cool! But still charged me $10 for a CD. Long story not so short, they’re actually really good! Also, their album is titled “Fuck You Lady Gaga”. I mean, how can you not buy that? Click here for studio quality tracks.
Whiskeytown & Hugo Cover Stuff
I’ve always been really into covers because it’s a great way to have a new experience with a song you already love. Sort of like getting to hear it for the first time again. That being said, it seems like, more often than not, musicians stick to the original musical style when they’re covering a song. This here is not the case. An article about Whiskeytown’s Rural Free Delivery came up on Consequence of Sound. It mentioned their cover of Nervous Breakdown by Black Flag. Now I don’t really listen to punk rock, but this song is pretty actually good. I like the Whiskeytown version better (predictable) but you’d never even know it was the same song unless you read the lyrics. I just don’t think many artists are confident enough to cover a song as a completely different genre. But I’m sure I’m just unaware of a shitload of music that’s doing just that…
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OK now cut to hip hop. Everyone knows the song 99 Problems by Jay Z, so I won’t even post the video. Great song. Clever lyrics. Now cue banjo.
