Currently On Rotataion 01/10/09

Currently On Rotataion 01/10/09

A A Bondy - Where The Devils Loose
Pearl Jam - Backspacer
Volcano Choir (Bon Iver side project) - Unmap
Biffy Clyro - That Golden Rule (B-sides are awesome)
Various - Ok Computer Tribute
Lemonheads - Car Button Cloth

Ok Computer Tribute

Been around for a while but a pretty cool tribute to Radiohead's Ok Computer can be found here
Some of it's a bit far out for me but David Bazan's take on Let Down is reason enough to check it out!

Review: Pearl Jam - Backspacer

Review: Pearl Jam - Backspacer

What a year for Pearl Jam fans. Firstly we're treated to the newly re-mixed / remastered version of Ten, a few stunning tour dates and now, a brand new album, 'Backspacer'.

For me, the last few albums have been slightly, well, underwhelming. I have been practically obsessed with Pearl Jam since the early nineties, but even my dedication was challenged with 'Riot Act' and to some extents the self titled 'Avocado' album. In all honesty, 'Backspacer' is a stunning and triumphant return to form, reminding us just how good they can still be. If the self titled album was a step in the right direction (but for me did not quiet deliver), 'Backspacer' is a giant leap in the right direction, proving the band still possess the appropriate minerals to rock your socks off!

At times, it reminds me of the heavy parts of No Code, but remains coherent and fresh, somehow they've managed to harness some of their awesome live show energy and capture an entertaining and urgent sound. Immediate stand out tracks include 'Got Some', 'Force Of Nature', 'Just Breathe' and recent single 'The Fixer'. If you like, or have ever liked Pearl Jam you should purchase this immediately, FACT.

District 9

This looks pretty ace!
District 9

Currently On Rotation 23/08/09

Steve Miller Band- Best Of
Ben Kweller - Changing Horses
Frightened Rabbit - All of it!!
Right Away, Great Captain - The Eventually Home
Tubelord - New Myspace tunes
Manchester Orchestra - Mean Everything To Nothing


Still listening to all sorts from here

They get an eclectic selection of bands coming through their studios and they record small good quality sessions. Especially enjoying the A A Bondy stuff and an awesomely awesome Bon Iver session. Definately worth checking out.

Been A While!!

I haven't been on here for ages, weird how much has changed but by looking at this, it may seem as though time has been stagnantly standing still.. at least on the listening front.