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Review: One Day As A Lion’s “One Day As A Lion” EP

Rage Against the Machine originally disbanded back in 2000. Now, of course, they have gotten back together for a few reunion shows, but that leaves an eight year gap of time between then and now. While his Rage bandmates released...

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July 29, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (8)

Review: Paul Westerberg’s “49:00”

Last Saturday, former Replacements leader Paul Westerberg was supposed to release his new album on his website. The catch was that it was supposed to be forty-nine minutes of music (it’s actually 43:55! Go figure!) for a low, low price...

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July 23, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (12)

Review: Nas’ “Untitled”

Nas can’t just make an entrance; he has to cause a stir. It’s been that way ever since 1994 when he dropped his instantly classic album “Illmatic.” Back then, the fuss was around his seemingly effortless lyrical skill and tales...

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July 17, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (7)

Review: John Mayer’s “Where The Light Is – Live In Los Angeles”

John Mayer has released four studio albums. In considering this fact, please keep in mind that his second album, “Room For Squares” contained many of the same songs as his first album “Inside Wants Out.” Now, realize that “Where The...

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July 14, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (7)

Introducing – On the Record's DJ Booth for Monday July 14, 2008– A List Of Worthy Songs New And Old

Here is a new segment for “On the Record.” Since I enjoy making lists, I figured I’d start regularly recommending songs I’ve been listening to. As you will see below, the list is broken down into three categories. Current means...

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July 14, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (1)

Review: Beck’s “Modern Guilt”

Counting his two independent releases, “Modern Guilt” is Beck’s tenth album. This time he’s teamed with Danger Mouse and together they have crafted a quick tribute to sixties psychedelia. At a mere 33-and-a-half minutes, “Modern Guilt” is Beck’s briefest record...

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July 8, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (2)

In Honor of the 4th of July – A Musical List Celebrating America and 4th of July Activities

Friday, as you know, is July 4th, so I have compiled a list of some of my favorite songs appropriate for celebrating our independence. Some songs are overtly about the 4th of July, others make references to the U.S. in...

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July 2, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (5)

Review: Liz Phair’s “Exile In Guyville” (15th Anniversary Edition)

Liz Phair’s 1993 debut, “Exile In Guyville” is not only one of the nineties’ biggest alternative classics alongside such landmarks as Nirvana’s “Nevermind,” Radiohead’s “OK Computer,” Portishead’s “Dummy,” Green Day’s “Dookie,” and Smashing Pumpkins’ “Siamese Dream,” it’s also one of...

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July 2, 2008 | Permalink | User Comments (6)