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Bonnaroo 2010

I almost couldn’t ask for a better lineup than Roo this year, but I would like to have some words with whoever came up with the schedule. The Flaming Lips, the Black Keys and Chromeo are all playing at the same time! How does one pick?! And I’ll have to give up John Prine and . . . → Read More: Bonnaroo 2010

Music News

Subscribing to Rolling Stone and Billboard probably don’t cut it for getting your fix of the goings-on in the music world. Unless, of course, you are interested in the same 50 artists. Lately, I’ve been turning to Jambase to fill the void.

Jambase is a site dedicated to getting people to see live music – . . . → Read More: Music News

Roadtrip Mix: It’s An Art.

I’m a road trip person. Airport security freaks me out, and I just don’t have the desire to go places beyond a few days’ drive. I’d much rather just hop in a car and go. Rotate drivers and you don’t even have to stop until you get to your destination.

But, if there’s one thing . . . → Read More: Roadtrip Mix: It’s An Art.

The Best Of Collection: Internet Radio

Being a student teaches you a little something about your personal capacity for sitting. Ten pages left to write, and no other time to do it, but you can’t possibly spend any more time in this chair. But hark, what is that I hear? A slight distraction, perhaps? One that will keep you working, but . . . → Read More: The Best Of Collection: Internet Radio

Devendra Banhart- I Just Don't Understand

I can get down with Fleet Foxes, M.O.F., and Sufjan Stevens. I totally feel the bearded men, the out-there music, the whole freaky-folk revival.

But Devendra Banhart? I don’t think I’ll ever understand.

I picked up the album Oh Me, Oh My… after a friend recommended it to me, and I immediately had a hard . . . → Read More: Devendra Banhart- I Just Don’t Understand

La Blogotheque Videos…

…Also known as “pure magic caught on film.” La Blogotheque (created by French filmmaker Vincent Moon) videos focus on artistic music videos for indie rock or lesser-known groups and musicians like Pheonix, Priscilla Ahn and Noah and the Whale.

I’m not one to understand or appreciate visual art, but these videos are magnificent. The Fleet . . . → Read More: La Blogotheque Videos…

Stuff to Watch For: Nervous But Excited

Nervous But Excited. A quirky name for sure, but don’t be turned away. This self-dubbed “pleasantly aggressive folk duo” out of Michigan has been touring since 2004. Their music is captivating – utterly magnetic.

NBE has a distinctive sound, sprinkled with guitar, ukulele, violin, harmonica and mandolin. Oh, and some of the most touching lyrics . . . → Read More: Stuff to Watch For: Nervous But Excited

This Just In: Public Library Becomes Less Uncool.

I’ll bet you thought the library was a place just for story time, old ladies looking for large-print romantic novels and where the top 10 percent hung out on prom night.

Tsk,tsk. Ye of little faith. You seem to have yet to discover the CD section of your local public library. Sure, it might take . . . → Read More: This Just In: Public Library Becomes Less Uncool.

Stuff to watch for: Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros

I came across Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series (watch the video below) a couple weeks ago and immediately bought the album. Yup, actually bought this one, and I couldn’t have been happier about the decision. This is definitely one band I want to support.

Not only is every . . . → Read More: Stuff to watch for: Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros

Music: There Is Accounting for Taste

You can’t judge a book by its cover, but you can most certainly judge a boy by his music taste.

Now I’m not saying that you have to choose the same five desert-island albums or accidentally wear the same concert t-shirts when you meet up in public, but having a mutual respect for each other’s . . . → Read More: Music: There Is Accounting for Taste

Carol is a Journalism student at Michigan State University who spends a lot of her time - outside of class anyway -listening to and thinking about music. She has been playing drum set for a number of years and still enjoys the opportunity to play when it arises, so let her know if you're in the area and would like to jam. Walk with Carol as she explores new artists, her concert experiences and a few personal musical whimsies. And, of course, comments are always appreciated! She would love to hear what you're listening to.