I’d never heard of this duo before two days ago, but apparently Amadou & Mariam have been around for quite a while now, doing their thing. They are a blind couple from Mali who mix traditional and modern sounds to make some really cool songs like this one, “Sabali.” This song sound simultaneously old and [...]
I’m seeing Dr. Dog again in 3 days in DC, so I’m gonna do a full review of both shows then. For now, here’s the set list of the Philly show. Sorry, kinda blurry on the encores. Set list: The Old Days Hang On The Way the Lazy Do Fate Today Worst Trip From The [...]
Maritime is kind of an indie supergroup, except the word “super” implies that the members were previously in well-known bands. If you consider The Dismemberment Plan and The Promise Ring well-known, you’re probably a pretty devoted music fan. Maritime’s original lineup featured two members of the Promise Ring, and Eric Axelson of the Dismemberment Plan. [...]
With Thanksgiving around the corner, I thought I’d list some things I’m thankful for. I’m not gonna bother with the obvious things (family, friends, health, etc.). I’d rather focus on the littler things that bring the little joys to my life (many of which are foods): ice cream sandwiches, cheese, Gmail chat, Crisp & Juicy, The Onion, Twitter, dimsum, [...]
I accomplished something amazing the other night, something I doubt many people can claim to have done. I chipped a tooth in my sleep. That’s right. I chipped one of my upper teeth with one of my lower teeth…. while sleeping. How, you ask? I wonder how myself. I must have made some sort of [...]
