April 2011
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Day 27: The Kills
When I first read the name, I thought I would get to see The Killers at Coachella… But just as good, I get to see Day 2’s The Kills!
In this alternative rock family tree, we get complicated, intertwining branches that connect The Dead Weather, The White Stripes, Discount, Placebo, Primal Scream, The Raconteurs and Blyth Power among others. You can also throw The Kills in there. My...
March 2011
63 posts
Wiz Khalifa's Rolling Papers
I’m kind of torn. It’s a good album, all music is good. But let’s look at this from a tenured Taylor Gang fan’s perspective. I’ve been following him for about 2 years, as he was a part of this group of new artists that blew my mind. I always thought of these artists as “Bubblin’ Under,” or expected to blow. But they were changing music, from many...
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Day 26: Afrojack
We are going to become a bit more acquainted with Day 1’s Afrojack, here on Day 26.
Afrojack is a relatively new DJ, with one album under his belt but he has already been critically acclaimed as ranked #19 on a list of 100 of the best DJs by DJ Mags. His dutch house music is very popular and I believe this is his first Coachella. His remix to Sexy Bitch was featured on David...
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Day 25: Axwell
Day 25 finally brings to us our first House artist, Day 3’s Axwell.
A member of the Swedish House Mafia, Axwell’s, hypnotic dance music is very energetic and invigorating for the last 11 years. But, is there such thing as boring house music? He has collaborated with and remixed a myriad of artists, such as Eric Pyrdz, The Temper Trap, Pharrell, Tinie Tempah, and David Guetta....
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Supernovas by NikBates
Here is my song, Supernovas on Sound Cloud. You can download it by clicking the down arrow.
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Day 24: Cut Copy
Here on Day 24, I’d like to teach you two very handy commands: Ctrl + X, Ctrl + C (Or Command on Mac). Now, you know everything about Day 1’s Cut Copy!
This awesome, dreamy new wave indie (but what isn’t indie these days?) trio is coming to Coachella. Their music has achieved success in America, but have been real big hits in their home country of Australia. My favorite...
My Top 5 Artists (Week Ending 2011-3-27) →
Lupe Fiasco (72)
Nik Bates (69)
Ratatat (46)
Cee Lo Green (23)
Arcade Fire (16)
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Wanted to pay a homage...
sneek asked: Is "Supernova" Cuts You to Pieces II?
I somehow have a song called Cuts You to Pieces by you in my iTunes. I listened to it again after listening to Supernova, and it sounds nothing like it.
I somehow have a song called Cuts You to Pieces by you in my iTunes. I listened to it again after listening to Supernova, and it sounds nothing like it.
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Day 23: Cee Lo Green
Here on Day 23, I’d like to give everyone reading this a big fuck you, straight from Day 1’s Cee Lo Green.
You definitely know him from Gnarls Barkley (With Dangermouse) and Goodie Mob, but Cee Lo Green is an accomplished solo artist as well. He has smooth harmonies and is a very powerful singer vocally, and would most likely be a tenor. Even though he is a heavy set guy, he is...
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Day 22: Death From Above 1979
For day 22, we discover another Canadian gem, in Day 3’s Death From Above 1979.
This noise punk band from the Great White North is going to be reuniting at Coachella. They broke up in 2006, shortly after their 2004 release You’re A Woman, I’m A Machine. It is unknown whether or not their reunion entails new recordings, but for now we will have to do with their album and a...
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Day 21: Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All...
If you thought Coachella couldn’t get anymore swagged out thanks to The Based God, we have Day 1’s Odd Future here to tear shit up and swag us the fuck out.
Fronted by possibly the most well-rounded of the group, Tyler The Creator and his Wolf Gang are a group that has the underground buzzing. More than just horrorcore, their out of this world lyrics and songs are about angers and...
“Melatonin won’t purport false visions. Cravings are revealed by your...”
– A lyric from my song Supernovas, which will be on the Keys, Dreams & Me mixtape.
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Day 20: Arcade Fire
We are officially halfway through our Coachella Countdown, and we are joined by the Grammy Award Winning Arcade Fire!
Hailing from The Great White North, Arcade Fire is an indie rock band that was formed in 2003. With three studio albums under their belt, all receiving Grammy nominations, this band is definitely a notable artist and rightful headliners. Their sound is very orchestral, in a...
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Day 19: The Radio Dept.
Greetings from Sweden! Welcome Day 2’s The Radio Dept.
Formed in 1995, this band’s sound can best be described as dream pop, combining elements of many different ominous styles of music. They have been compared to or have been regarded as similar to The Pet Shop Boys and My Bloody Valentine. Their studio albums span 7 years, all of them having decent showings on the Swedish...
Why the US can't just simply print more money to... →
In Zimbabwe, hyperinflation occurred. Thus, about Z$10 Million Zimbabwean eventually became worth $6 US. It got so bad that they printed the $100,000,000,000,000 bill. Wow!
At one point, an apple cost about Z$1,000,000,000.
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Day 18: Two Door Cinema Club
It’s Day 18, and welcome to the World Of Jenks, as Day 2’s Two Door Cinema Club leads the way.
From Northern Ireland, Two Door Cinema Club brings to us their upbeat indie rock sound. Formed in 2007, they derive their name from the ‘Tudor Cinema’ that one of the members mispronounced as ‘two door.’ Co-headlining a tour with Tokyo Police Club, they have...
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Day 17: Marina & The Diamonds
Day 1’s Marina & The Diamonds is here to let us know how tough we’ve been acting, here on Day 17.
Marina Diamandis formed Marina & The Diamonds in 2005, a pop group with new wave influences. Essentially a singer with the backing of a full band, I first found out about them through their song I Am Not A Robot. That song was sampled by Hoodie Allen in his song...
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Day 16: Beardyman
For Day 16 of our countdown, we get Day 1’s Bear-er-erre-erre-B-B-B-B-Beardyman!
The name Beardyman came off the top of Darren Foreman’s head when he quickly needed a name for a performance. He is a beatboxer, and also does live looping up on stage. He was impressed with how beatboxing could sustain an entire show, after seeing Rahzel, and ended up making it his style. He also...
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Day 15: Neon Trees
A Day 3 artist graces us with their presence, as Neon Trees invades day 15 of the 40 day countdown!
From Utah (And yes, all four members are Mormon. Joseph Smith up in dis.), the band derives their name from Neon In-N-Out burger signs, which featured “neon trees” on them. The bass guitarist and vocalist Brandon Campbell’s father oddly helped design the very In-N-Out signs...
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Day 14: The Aquabats
Today is day 14 and… Wait what is that? It’s a bird! It’s also a plane! It’s Day 1’s The Aquabats!
This group of superheroes is here to save us from evil through music! Their onstage battles are exhibitions of their powers, forget superman. A blend of new wave, ska and pop punk, this band’s theme music and albums are definitely something different and...
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Day 13: The Morning Benders
Hopefully Day 1’s The Morning Benders can create a Big Echo that will ring throughout the ears of you guys on this unlucky Day 13.
From the same city as Lil B, Berkley, California, The Morning Benders are already a major staple in indie/alternative rock music. Their first album, Talking Through Tin Cans was declared the best Indie album by iTunes in 2008. They have toured with the likes...
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Day 12: Chromeo
Day 12 is the perfect chance for you to learn about Day 3’s Chromeo!
This electrofunk duo takes music to new levels, with their unique sound. Their take on electronic music blends funk and pop elements. The guitarist, Dave 1 is actually earning a Ph.D in French Literature and teaches French Classes at Columbia University. Imagine if your teacher was the lead singer of Chromeo. They...
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Day 11: Boys Noize
Day 11 divided by Day 11 gives you 1, which equals Day 1’s Boys Noize.
When it comes to the Berlin based Alex Ridha, AKA Boys Noize, I see him on a very high level of electronic music producers. To me, his compositions are right up there with Justice. I am a big fan of his big sound, distorted bass synths and his normal bass lines as well. Combine that with atmospheric pads, synths...
My Top 5 Artists (Week Ending 2011-3-13) →
Pac Div (17)
Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears (16)
Maná (16)
Chip tha Ripper (15)
Stalley (14)
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Day 10: Kings Of Leon
Just so you know, Days 10, 20, 30 and 40 are going to be dedicated to the four headliners of Coachella. Thus, we get to take a look at Day 1’s headliner, Kings Of Leon.
The four Followill boys formed Kings Of Leon in 1999, initially as a blues/country influenced band but eventually molded themselves to incorporate alternative and arena rock influences. This is where their sound...
Keys, Dreams & Me
My mixtape was about 80% done just a few weeks ago. Now it is about 55% done. I’m reworking everything, and having only two themes occur on the songs. Instead of having four different styles:
Creative flowing (Serotonin Flows)
Songs for the ladies (Lovesick Music)
The deep introspective songs (The Deeper Music)
The spacey moon music (The Moon Music)
It’s only going to be
...
My Top 5 Artists (Week Ending 2011-3-6) →
Chip tha Ripper (63)
Curren$y (25)
The Cool Kids (25)
Kid Cudi (22)
Mac Miller (21)
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Day 9: One Day As A Lion
Day 9 is rap/rock/punk fusion day, in reference to Zack De La Rocha’s Day 2 band One Day As A Lion.
It is almost like hearing Rage Against The Machine, part two. So far they have released one self-titled, five song EP. This project is a collaboration between De La Rocha from Rage Against The Machine and drummer John Theordore from The Mars Volta. Their name comes from a photograph of...
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Day 8: Empire Of The Sun
As we head into Day 8 of the countdown, Day 2’s Empire of the Sun graces us with their presence.
The glamorous Empire of the Sun is a very recent and new band, formed in 2006 in Australia. Their electronic music rings of bright vibes and happiness for most people. Their slightly androgynous characters are also very out of this world, much like their music. Their name is also a...
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Day 7: Caifanes
Day 1’s Caifanes takes over the countdown, rounding out a week of Coachella artists.
According to some, Caifanes is the reason that Coachella sold out so quickly. I wouldn’t doubt it either. Considered to be one of the most influential in the Latin American Rock genre, they were a contrast to the music that was typically being played on the radio in Mexico. And you can tell by...
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Day 6: Sleigh Bells
Day 6 belongs to the sounds of Derek Miller & Alexis Krauss: Sleigh Bells, featured on Day 1.
Sleigh Bells’ explosive, loud style will probably translate into an awesome live performance. After a chance meeting at a restaurant, this noise pop duo has been touring the nation playing their hits. They have been all over the MTV music channels as well. Their album Treats is filled with...
