Last in- I think

Arcade Fire- 3.0
This is another one of those records full of thick and rich sound- the stuff you have to really listen to. I’m not really sure about all the hoopla around this cd- I mean it’s good but a “masterpiece”- not so much. I think it’s better when listened to in a single sitting than maybe taking songs on their own. It just kind of chugs along at mid-tempo filling some of the space between decent songs with some soaring atmospheric Abba-esque pop (I swear I heard Fernando in there). All in all, it’s a good record- but maybe they could have pared it down by a song or two because there are times when it’s a wee bit boring..

Creepshow- 3.0
They All Fall Down starts with a spoken word intro that sets the scene for what’s to follow. And it’s all good. AMG calls this stuff physicobilly. Whatever. I call it a record full of tight, upbeat melodies and an infectious melding of many different genres- ska, 50’s doowop, punk, rockabilly and who knows what else. This is a fun and energetic record and one that was a pleasant surprise.

John Eddie- 3.0
Move over Chris Issak- John Eddie’s in town. In fact, John Eddie is at the Iron Horse on 12/28 and we should all go. The guy gives all he’s got into his live shows. Thanks for this cd. I have no idea when this came out and I’m sure it’s long since out of print. Eddie also puts a lot into his songs. A lot of personal and professional heartache- but he’s at his best when he’s rockin out and you’ll just have to go and see him on the 28th for a taste of that. You won’t be disappointed.

The High Strung- 4.5
Wow! Hot on the heels of last months Superchunk and Whigs comes this gem from the motor city. These guys can lay it down. This is rollicking power pop, indie garage, psychedelic post grunge fun!!! Great songs with fun lyrics and lots and lots of catchy hooks that just make you want to turn that dial up a few notches. And what a great name for a record- These Are Good Times indeed. Great energy. Great hooks.

Leon Redbone- 1
My mom said if you have nothing good to say, don’t say anything at all.

Ghits- The Hives
This is why I love this music group. I have been exposed to lots of great stuff that I had no idea even existed. Swedes- imagine that. The Hives are very cool! Rowdy, irreverent, stompin’ garage rock with great frenetic punk energy to keep you grooving along. Thanks Mong.


Allman Bros
The Band
The Clash
Bob Dylan
Emerson, Lake and Palmer
Fountains Of Wayne
Grateful Dead
John Hiatt
It's A Beautiful Day
Jayhawks
Kinks
Love
My Morning Jacket
AC Newman
Ozark Mountain Daredevils
Phoenix
Queen
REM
Supergrass
Traffic
Uncle Tupelo
Velvet Underground
World Party
XTC
Neil Young- I put this in just for D'Arcy
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