Archive for May, 2006

Morrissey

Wednesday, May 31st, 2006

Morrissey - The Youngest Was the Most Loved
Morrissey - At Last I Am Born
Steven Patrick Morrissey has shone light upon the absurd aspects of life for almost 25 years as a solo artist and as leader of The Smiths, it’s no wonder he’s targeted as barbarian on occasions, and with records titled Meat is Murder, […]

The Divine Comedy - Diva Lady

Wednesday, May 31st, 2006

Gotta love them Irishmen! I know I do. So much, in fact, that a friend of mine suggested I volunteer at Irishfest where prey will be aplenty.
But, back to the music. Neil Hannon, the man behind The Divine Comedy, sure has a talent for crafting lovely melodies. And he’s got a sense of humor, […]

Sonic Youth

Saturday, May 27th, 2006

Sonic Youth - Incinerate
I can’t say I’m a Sonic Youth follower. Sometimes, just thinking about their music gives me a headache. Yet, they are capable of composing true musical gems with effortless melody and lovely layered guitars, such as “Teenage Riot.”
In fact, Incinerate reminded me of that song.
The album, Rather Ripped, is due […]

Men on the moon

Friday, May 26th, 2006

It’s another slow week and I guess it’s time to post more videos. But, because it’s late and I really need to start packing so I don’t miss my train tomorrow (why am I telling you this?) there will only be one video.
Canada’s newest sensation Islands are sent to the moon to perform their single […]

Ruby

Thursday, May 25th, 2006

Ruby - Salt Water Fish
Ruby - Tiny Meat
Ruby - Paraffin
Therapy? - Lunacy Booth
I first heard of Lesley Rankine in the mid 90’s. I was watching MTV, which didn’t completely suck at the time and Therapy?, a band I was really obsessed with, were performing Lunacy Booth with her. I knew nothing about her, except that […]