Oops

OMG, so sorry I dropped the ball this week on blogging.

Work was a disaster and I barely had time to get up and pee.

Hopefully I'll be back at it this weekend...

Sorry!

Monday, Monday

I'm having a real shit day.

So I made a little mini-mix to celebrate it.

Enjoy!


Download: The National - Fake Empire
Downloand: Jolie Holland - Crush In The Ghetto
Download: Peter, Bjorn, and John - Up Against The Wall
Download: Jose Gonzales -Save Your Day
Download: Dan Deacon - My Own Face is F Word
Download: Phoenix - Lost & Found
Download: Wilco - Any Major Dude Will Tell You
Download: Kate Nash - We Get On
Download: Lily Allen - Naive (Kooks cover)

Weekend Picks

Christina Courtin plays Bowery Ballroom tonight.

Yo yo my fine feathered friends! Can you believe it's ze weekend already? This week flew right by me...and I'm kinda wishing I was Jewish so I could get in on that Rosh Hashanah action.

Anyways, here are my weekend picks:

Friday
One Step Beyond (King Britt, Bonde do Role, Plastic Little) - Museum of Natural History
Michael Gira, Marissa Nadler, Castanets - Highline Ballroom
The Walkmen, The Subjects - Music Hall of Williamsburg
Do Make Say Think - Society for Ethical Culture
Jamie T - Soundfix Records
Teddy Thompson, Christina Courtin - Bowery Ballroom. If you like Ryan Adams, you'll love Teddy Thompson and if you like Regina Spektor, you'll love Christina Courtin.
Interpol, Cat Power, Dirty Delta Blues - Madison Square Garden
Pablo Sanchez (DJ set) - Monkeytown


Saturday
Girl Talk, Dan Deacon, White Williams - Webster Hall (early), Bowery Ballroom (late)
The Wildbirds - Luna Lounge - sounds a lot like Kings of Leon
Simian Mobile Disco - Gramercy Theatre(early), Highline Ballroom (late-DJ sets)
Bonde do Role - Music Hall of Williamsburg

Sunday
Apples in Stereo - Music Hall of Williamsburg
Dan Deacon, USAISMONSTER, Big A little a, Best Fwends, Bill Cosby & His White Pudding Pops - The Yard (2:00 PM)

Watch a video for "421", the opening track of The Wildbird's album, Golden Daze:

Simian Mobile Disco's video for "It's The Beat":

Watch part of Christina Courtin's set at the Living Room:

Who is Jack Penate?

Jack Penate is another import from the UK, whom I'm sort of on the fence about. If you like the Fratellis, you're going to love this guy. He's got a very British sound, but I feel his songs are somewhat boring; however, he's known for his super-crazy antics during shows, and according to Wikipedia, "soulful ska fueled songs and eccentric dancing".

Born of British and Spanish descent, Penate paid his dues by playing bars and clubs throughout London before getting signed to XL Recordings. His first singles were released in the fall of 2006 and his debut album, Matinee, is slated to drop October 8.

Check out his video for "Spit at Stars":



Here's the video for "Second Minute or Hour":


Stream his music at the Hype Machine.

The Cure announce new tour dates

Hooray! The Cure have announced their rescheduled tour dates. Because of NBA games in large arenas, the dates are a little later than initially anticipated. Those who want a refund can do so at points of purchase until November 1. They will hit Madison Square Garden on June 20 (originally scheduled to play there on September 23).

And for those lucky people going to Sasquatch! take note: they are slated to play a 150-minute closing set for the festival.

May
Washington, DC Patriot Center (9)
Philadelphia, PA Wachovia Spectrum (10)
Boston, MA Agganis Arena (12)
Montreal, QB Bell Centre (14)
Toronto, ONT Air Canada Centre (15)
Chicago, IL Allstate Arena (17)
Kansas City, MO Starlight Theatre (19)
Morrison, CO Red Rocks Amphitheatre (21)
Salt Lake City, UT E Center (23)
George, WA Gorge Amphitheatre - Sasquatch! Festival (25)
Vancouver, BC General Motors Place (26)
Santa Barbara, CA Santa Barbara Bowl (29)
Los Angeles, CA Hollywood Bowl (31)

June
San Diego, CA Cox Arena (3)
Phoenix, AZ Dodge Theatre (4)
Dallas, TX American Airlines Center (6)
Austin, TX Austin Music Hall (8)
Houston, TX Toyota Center (9)
Tampa, FL St. Pete Times Forum (11)
Ft. Lauderdale, FL Bank Atlantic Center (13)
Atlanta, GA Gwinnett Center (15)
Charlotte, NC Charlotte Bobcats Arena (16)
Cleveland, OH TBA (18)
New York, NY Madison Square Garden (20)

Calvin Harris Party People

CRED and CRED

Let's talk about how last night's Mercury Lounge Calvin Harris show was redonk. It reminded me of Jamie T, LCD Soundsystem and Daft Punk rolled into one. From the get-go he dropped crazy infectious beats that didn't let up until the end (which was encoreless, sad). The people showed up prepared and knew all the lyrics and more importantly, knew to shake their asses to good music. I appreciate that. In between songs, Calvin offered up some hilarious little bits. (and if you weren't there, make sure to check out his super funny myspace page to experience a dose of his humor). He played his entire album, I Created Disco, and my favorites were probably "This Is The Industry", "The Girls" (love it when he says "I like them Asian girls"...I went nuts), and "Vegas". It was amazing to see people packed like sardines in Mercury, dancing and singing their asses off. Hope he comes back soon. I haven't had this much fun at a show since Daft Punk at Keyspan.

You can stream the entire album here.

Girl Talk - Saturday - second show added

Hurry and buy your tix now!

This Saturday's Webster Hall Girl Talk show is sold out.

But a second show just went up for sale. AND...he's playing Bowery Ballroom.

Awesome.

Get your tix here.

Marla Hansen CD Release Party Tonight

Oh man, if I weren't so hung over I'd jump through hoops to go see Marla Hansen perform at Union Hall tonight. She's celebrating the release of her album, Wedding Day.

Who is Marla Hansen? You've probably heard her before and don't even realize it. She sings and plays viola for My Brightest Diamond, Sufjan Stevens, The National and even Jay-Z. With foundations as a classical violist, Hansen got bored with the classical world and began to explore other options in varied genres. She then landed jobs as a violist for an assortment of acts, which eventually lead to the birth of her solo project. On this album, her honey-hued voice weaves its way through plucked violas, bells, and guitars. Collaborators include Sufjan Stevens, Locksley, My Brightest Diamond, and Antony and the Johnsons.

Download: Marla Hansen - A Friend Indeed.mp3
Download: Marla Hansen - Wedding Day.mp3

You can purchase the album here.

The Wildbirds

Last night I caught The Wildbirds at Pianos. They are a-m-a-z-i-n-g. This Wisconsin-based outfit includes vocalist Nicolas Stuart, guitarist Matthew Reetz, drummer Jon Jon Fries, and bassist Hugh Masterson. With a great stage presence, tight ensemble playing and beautifully-crafted songs, The Wildbirds charged through their set and took control of the room. Stuart has amazing vocals that will undoubtedly garner comparisons to Kings Of Leon frontman Caleb Followill. The old school rock sound that saturates their album, Golden Daze, could've been written in the 60s or 70s--it's got that kind of timeless appeal that will ensure these guys a solid place on your playlist.

Download: The Wildbirds - Shake Shake
Download: The Wildbirds - Way Down Low

The Wildbirds play Luna Lounge this Saturday, September 15. Cover is $8.

Current Tour Dates:
Sep 12 2007 8:00P
Middle East Boston, Massachusetts

Sep 13 2007 8:00P
Jammin’ Java Washington, Washington DC

Sep 14 2007 5:00P
College of Mary and William Williamsburg, Virginia

Sep 14 2007 8:00P
Alley Katz Richmond, Virginia

Sep 15 2007 8:00P
Luna Lounge Brooklyn, New York

Sep 19 2007 8:00P
The Nick Birmingham, Alabama

Sep 20 2007 8:00P
The End Nashville, Tennessee

Sep 22 2007 8:00P
Star Bar (Performer Mag Party) Atlanta, Georgia

Sep 23 2007 8:00P
The Social Orlando, Florida

Sep 26 2007 8:00P
The Maintenance Shop Ames, Iowa

Sep 27 2007 8:00P
Bluebird St-Louis, Missouri

Sep 29 2007 8:00P
Outland Ballroom Springfield, Missouri

Oct 3 2007 8:00P
The Rave (W/ The Bravery) Milwaukee, Wisconsin

AOL/Spinner Listening Party

Dudes....don't forget to check out the AOL/Spinner Listening Party this week. I am sooooo stoked for the new GO! Team album. Been waiting 2 years for this thing and it's finally here! You can also check out Brit sensation Calvin Harris, Shout Out Louds, Oakley Hall, the highly-anticipated works of Animal Collective, Ani DiFranco and much more.

The Go! Team plays Studio B on 10/27 + Bowery Ballroom on 10/28
Calvin Harris plays Mercury Lounge on 9/12
Shout Out Louds play Bowery Ballroom on 10/25 + Music Hall of Williamsburg on 10/26 + Maxwell's on 10/27
Oakley Hall plays Bowery Ballroom on 10/13
Check out the New York Magazine article and Time Out article on Animal Collective

Mark Ronson Hires Lip Syncers

Remember that Mark Ronson video shoot casting call? The video for Amy Winehouse's cover of "Valerie" is complete.

Here's the finished project:

Bat For Lashes - Fall Tour

It's my wet dream come true!


Check out the video for "What's A Girl To Do?"

Bat for Lashes has announced her fall tour. Can't wait to see Natasha and the girls again.

09.23.07 - Philadelphia, PA (Johnny Brenda's)
09.24.07 - Boston, MA (Great Scott)
09.25.07 - New York, NY (Bowery Ballroom)
09.28.07 - Toronto, ON (El Mocambo)
09.29.07 - Montreal, QC (Petit Campus)
10.01.07 - Columbus, OH (The Basement)
10.02.07 - Chicago, IL (Empty Bottle)
10.03.07 - Minneapolis, MN (Varsity Theatre)
10.05.07 - Denver, CO (Larimer Lounge)
10.08.07 - San Diego, CA (Delta Room at House of Blues)
10.09.07 - Los Angeles, CA (Troubadour)
10.11.07 - San Francisco, CA (Slim's)
10.13.07 - Vancouver, BC (Plaza Club)
10.14.07 - Seattle, WA (Crocodile Café)
10.15.07 - Portland, OR (Doug Fir Lounge)

Download: Bat For Lashes - Tahiti

Wax Fang

Wax Fang is a Louisville, KY based band that consists of guitarist/vocalist Scott Carney, drummer Kevin Ratterman, and bassist Jake Heust. Originally intended as a one-man-band for Carney, he realized additional people were needed to create the effects he desired. I stupidly missed their Mercury Lounge show in June (BUT, I did see the Rosewood Thieves instead...) and they aren't coming through NYC anytime soon.

Last fall these went on the road with My Morning Jacket. MMJ frontman Jim James told the New York Times:

"...it’s got futuristic energy, a lot of elements I’ve never heard work before. A combo of all these things you remember from the past. You can sense some David Bowie in it. It’s so unique, it’s hard to place. The cool thing about it is he [Carney] made it by himself. Every single instrument is played by him and he paid attention to the details….The production is amazing, the songs are amazing. It takes you to a different place. "

Check them out in the Music that Matters, volume 52 Podcast from KEXP.

Download: Wax Fang - Bi-Polar Bear

Download: Wax Fang -Sweet Bloody Murder

It's Fashion Week

It's hard to forget it's Fashion Week when your office is steps from Bryant Park, models infiltrate Sixth Avenue, and you see the pristine, gleaming white tents take over a little stretch of 42nd Street. Last night was the annual Fashion Rocks show at Radio City Music Hall. You can watch the special on CBS tonight at 9.

The roster included:

Aerosmith

Fergie

Jennifer Hudson

Alicia Keys

Avril Lavigne (shudder)

J-Lo

Ludacris

Maroon 5 (another shudder)

Martina McBride

Santana

Carrie Underwood

Usher


According to Newsday:

The connection between fashion and rock is a mercurial one, no matter how hard Mischa Barton and Tommy Hilfiger try to explain its obviousness. The reality is sometimes it's there and sometimes it isn't. So it's no wonder that the "Fashion Rocks" benefit at Radio City Music Hall Thursday night was pretty hit-and-miss with its unexpected artist pairings or cover version choices.

Mary J. Blige and Usher teamed up for a playful version of Stevie Wonder's "Do I Do" to close out an old-school soul medley where Blige tackled "Respect" and Usher paid tribute to James Brown with "It's a Man's World" and some impressive splits.

Jennifer Hudson showed that her "Dreamgirls" performance was no fluke, serving up a powerhouse version of The Beatles' "Come Together" with Aerosmith's Joe Perry on guitar that sizzled with style and sass. And Carrie Underwood rocked through "Go Your Own Way" with Lindsey Buckingham, even pretending to duel with him on guitar.

Aerosmith's pairing with Fergie on "Walk This Way," while fashionable, didn't quite rock, as Fergie's shouty vocals unfortunately overpowered Steven Tyler. And Carlos Santana's duet with Nickelback's Chad Kroeger on "Into the Night" seemed as stilted as the awkward presenter banter between Teri Hatcher and 50 Cent.

Santana's duet with Alicia Keys on "Black Magic Woman," however, was a sultry thrill.

Keys was even better on her own, showcasing her new single "No One," which transformed from a gorgeous piano ballad to a massive, stadium-worthy anthem and back again.

In the end, many stars did much better on their own, doing their own material. Jennifer Lopez was stunning with a high-concept performance of her new single "Do It Well," which played out like a Broadway musical number complete with fake paparazzi and a troupe of dancers. Then, after a bit of a struggle removing her first outfit, she delivered a remixed version of "Waiting for Tonight" that seemed built for the runway with all the wind machines and strutting models.

Martina McBride was also strong with her hits "This One's for the Girls" and a stirring version of "Where Would You Be" that showed off her powerful voice. And Avril Lavigne pepped things up with her punk-cheerleader anthem "Girlfriend," though that was one song that would've benefited from a special guest, perhaps Brooklyn rapper Lil' Mama, who spices up the song's remix.

Weekend Picks

Gotta love Labor Day. Can you believe that the weekend is upon us already? So awesome.

These are my weekend picks:

Friday:
Editors, Ra Ra Riot, and Biffy Clyro at Webster Hall
Joseph Arthur and the Lonely Astronauts at Music Hall of Williamsburg
Damien Rice at Theatre at Madison Square Garden
Satanicide at Bowery Ballroom
Palomar at Soundfix Records
Bill Callahan (Smog) at Highline Ballroom
Brooklyn Country Music Festival at Southpaw. I really love country, but I have no idea what bands to check out during this 2-day event. I think it's definitely worth heading over to Park Slope to listen in on a less-loved genre of music (at least in New York).

Saturday:
Todd P presents Monster Island Art Center. This free event features bands (Big A little a, Tiger Streifen), karaoke, BBQ, art shows, plays, and film. All day long: from 2 - 10 PM.
Vampire Weekend, The Harlem Shakes, and Yeasayer at Music Hall of Williamsburg
Cloud Cult, Land of Talk at Bowery Ballroom
Modest Mouse, Love as Laughter at McCarren Park
Oh No! Oh My! at Soundfix Records
The Ditty Bops at Irving Plaza (otherwise known as The Fillmore)
Midlake, Dawn Landes at Webster Hall
Dappled Cities at Union Hall

Sunday:
Tony Bennett at Radio City Music Hall
Aesop Rock at Irving Plaza (otherwise known as The Fillmore). Aesop Rock did this awesome Nike running mix that I absolutely love. Check it out here.
Farm Aid at Randall's Island, featuring Willie Nelson, Neil Young, The Allman Brothers Band, The Ditty Bops, Counting Crows, Matisyahu (what happened to him??)
The first annual Ludfest brings The Secret Machines, Dub Trio, A Place To Bury Strangers, and Emok to the Lower East Side. The event runs from 12-8 PM

Did I miss anything? What are y'all going to?

If you don't know some of these bands, take a listen:
Download: Aesop Rock - None Shall Pass
Download: Dawn Landes - I Don't Need No Man
Download: Vampire Weekend - Oxford Coma
Download: Harlem Shakes-Sickos
Download: The Ditty Bops - Moon Over The Freeway
Download: Oh No! Oh My! -Walk in the Park

This Charming Man

A Morrissey musical is in the works!

The co-creators and actors of Reno 911! Thomas Lennon (the always hilarious Lt. Dangle) and Robert Ben Garant (Deputy Travis Junior) have cooked up the idea of employing Morrissey's large catalogue in Broadway show. Lennon and Garant also co-wrote Night at The Museum and Balls of Fury.

Thomas Lennon says in an interview with New York Metro:

I have an outline in my head, like "Mamma Mia"-type musical but with the music of Morrissey called "I've Changed My Plea to Guilty". It's for a very diehard set of fans.

No dates have been announced.

Not over until the fat guy sings...

Above: Pavarotti in 1966 with soprano Joan Sutherland and Spiro Malas in Donizetti's La Fille du Regiment.

You've probably already heard that famed opera tenor Luciano Pavarotti passed away early this morning at age 71. I'm guessing most of you aren't opera lovers, but I grew up listening to Pavarotti with my dad on Saturday afternoons when the Metropolitan Opera ran its live broadcasts from Lincoln Center. My favorite role of his was probably Rudolfo from Puccinni's La Boheme.

Pavarotti embodied a charisma that transcended musical genres and he was able to traverse the boundaries of musical genres that generally prevent opera singers from becoming household names. One of his most well-known performances took place in 1972 at the Metropolitan Opera House, when he hit a string of high-C's effortlessly in Donizetti's La Fille du Regiment. In the 1990s, he gained worldwide recognition as one of the The Three Tenors (the others being Placido Domingo and Jose Carreras). As he gained more fame, Pavarotti embraced collaborations with non-classical stars such as Sting, Elton John and Bono.

The New York Times covers Pavarotti's struggle in today's edition:

His death was announced by his manager, Terri Robson. The cause was pancreatic cancer. In July 2006 he underwent surgery for the cancer in New York and had made no public appearances since then. He was hospitalized again this summer and released on Aug. 25.

“The Maestro fought a long, tough battle against the pancreatic cancer which eventually took his life,” said an e-mail statement that his manager sent to The Associated Press. “In fitting with the approach that characterized his life and work, he remained positive until finally succumbing to the last stages of his illness.”

Sondre Lerche to score film

On his blog, Sondre Lerche has announced that he is writing the score to Peter Hedges' new film, "Dan In Real Life", which stars Juliet Binoche (Chocolate, The English Patient) and Steve Carrell. Lerche and his band, The Faces Down, will perform the well-loved song "Modern Nature" in a closing scene of the film.

Lerche says of the music:

Peter was very determined that he wanted a "handmade" feel to the music in the film. Big orchestral sweeps and sugary strings were completely out of the question. In stead he wanted the acoustic guitar to be up front. He deemed Kato's piano playing on one track too accomplished, and so it was that my poor, poor piano abilities finally were needed.

Peter kept talking about a sloppy trumpet, so I decided to give it a shot. I actually had to record my overqualified trumpet player while he was learning the melodies to get the right sensibility. By the time he knew what he was playing, he was simply too good.

We didn't want the music to tell you how to feel or who to sympathise with. And with such great actors and a great script there's certainly no need for the music to take any responsibility in terms of telling the story. It's all there and the music is just supposed to underline the characters and what they go through.

In short, my job has simply been to create the music that Peter sometimes would hear clearly in his head and at other times would have no idea what was or could be. It's been such a refreshing experience. I mean, for so long I've been trying only to make the music heard in my own head. To step outside of your own world for a moment and become a small part of a big process that involves hundreds of insanely talented people and that's all about expressing the truth in someone else's life has been a very valuable experience.

The soundtrack will be released on October 2nd through Virgin.

Tracklisting is:
1. Family Theme Waltz - Sondre Lerche
2. To Be Surprised - Sondre Lerche
3. I'll Be OK - Sondre Lerche
4. Dan and Marie Picking Hum - Sondre Lerche
5. My Hands Are Shaking - Sondre Lerche
6. Dan In Real Life - Sondre Lerche
7. Hell No - Sondre Lerche and Regina Spektor
8. Family Theme - Sondre Lerche
9. Fever - A Fine Frenzy
10. Airport Taxi Reception - Sondre Lerche and The Faces Down
11. Dan and Marie Melody - Sondre Lerche
12. Human Hands - Sondre Lerche and The Faces Down Quartet
13. I'll Be OK (Instrumental Reprise) - Sondre Lerche
14. Let My Love Open The Door - Sondre Lerche
15. Dan and Marie Finale Theme - Sondre Lerche
16. Modern Nature - Sondre Lerche and Lillian Samdal

Watch the trailer here. Looks cheesey, but at least the music will be good!

Music Hall of Williamsburg????

Dude, what is going on with this Hall? People are saying tonight's show (Against Me! and Matt & Kim) is also cancelled.

Gothamist has just posted this article about the delayed opening. Apparently Gothamist contacted the Bowery Presents team and has yet to receive a response. I've done the same and haven't heard back from the guys there, either.

Yeah Yeah Yeahs are going to China!

Yeah Yeah Yeahs have just been scheduled to headline the Modern Sky Festival on October 4 in Beijing, China.

Beginning on October 2 at Haidian Park, the three-day festival will feature 120 acts from all over the globe. Day passes are only 60 yuan (7.9 US dollars) and 3-day passes are 120 yuan. Other bands include Snapline, Joyside, Re-TROS, and Carsick Cars.

Klaxons win the Mercury Prize

Beating out favorites Amy Winehouse and Bat For Lashes, The Klaxons took home the Mercury Prize last night. Their album, Myths of the Near Future, won album of the year from an outstanding crop of 12 nominees. After accepting the prize and a 20,000 pound check, the band mentioned how the Arctic Monkeys inspired them to record a new album and band member Simon Taylor gave shout-outs to Amy Winehouse and Bat for Lashes.

The Mercury Prize was established in 1992 and has a reputation for awarding underdogs, rather than the favorites. History has proven that the award increases record sales, especially for smaller, less-established artists.

The 2007 nominees were:
Amy Winehouse - Back to Black
Arctic Monkeys - Favourite Worst Nightmare
Basquiat Strings - Basquiat Strings
Bat for Lashes - Fur and Gold
Dizzee Rascal - Maths and English
Maps - We Can Create
The Klaxons - Myths of the Near Future
New Young Pony Club - Fantastic Playroom
Fionn Regan - The End of History
Jamie T - Panic Prevention
The View - Hats Off to the Buskers
The Young Knives - Voices of Animals and Men

Fresh from rehab (no pun intended), check out Amy Winehouse's comeback performance from last night's awards ceremony:

Patti Smith show cancelled

Dude, the Patti Smith show tonight that was slated to open the Music Hall of Williamsburg got canned.

What happened? The word on the street is the venue isn't ready. Hmmmmm....

I'm upset!

AOL Listening Party

The always dreamy Ferraby Lionheart.

Yo! New jams are up for listening on the Spinner/AOL Listening Party.

Black Lips - Good Bad Not Evil
Ferraby Lionheart - Catch The Brass Ring
The Mercury-prize nominated New Young Pony Club - Fantastic Playroom
Liars - Liars
Pinback - Autumn of the Seraphs
Pink Floyd - Piper at the Gates
Just Jack - Overtones

Pinback plays Nokia Theatre on October 9. Buy your tix here.
Ferraby Lionheart plays Mercury Lounge with the Brunettes on October 2. Buy your tix here.
Just Jack recently gave his US debut at Hiro Ballroom.

Enter Shikari Plots US Tour

The British band Enter Shikari has announced their first United States tour this fall. In the meantime, their album, Take To The Skies, is slated to drop October 9.

The tour dates are:

September:

Austin, TX Emo's - 1
Plano, TX The Plano Centre - 2
Kansas City, KS Grand - 4
Chicago, IL Subterranean - 6
Cleveland, OH Grog Shop - 7
Toronto, ONT V-Fest Islands Park - 8
Philadelphia, PA North Star - 10
New York, NY Bowery Ballroom - 11
Baltimore, MD Ottobar - 12

Download: Sorry You're Not A Winner

Download: OK time for plan B

Buy your tix to the Bowery Ballroom show here.

More Britney Spears Singles Leaked

Awesome!

A ton of Britney singles leaked...and they are not that bad! One of them samples Eurythmics song "Sweet Dreams". Obviously she's not really singing and it's over-over-over produced, but still fun cheesey stuff. Her new album is slated for release on November 13 and features the work of Ne-Yo, T-Pain, Sean Garrett, and Nate "Danja" Hills.


Download: Got Me High

Download: Been A While

Download: Everybody

Download: Gimme More (Remix Ft. T.I.)

Download: Your...

Download: It Feels Nice

Rick Rubin

How was your long weekend?

I saw Battles at South Street Seaport and decided they're not really my cup of tea. Tonight I'm gonna check out the opening of the new Music Hall of Williamsburg. And over the weekend I read this article from the NY Times about Rick Rubin. If you haven't read up on it yet, check it out

here

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