Category Archives: Entertainment
Nothing But Thieves: Self-titled
Nothing But Thieves (NBT) are a UK-based alternative band who released their debut self-titled album on October 16, 2015. I became aware of NBT as their song Trip Switch was a regular song on Alt Nation’s summer playlist. Their debut album has a number of great songs including Excuse Me, Wake Up Call, Graveyard Whistling, Drawing…
Red (2008 Film)
Came across the film Red (2008) the other night on Netflix starring Brian Cox (X2: X-Men United, Troy).
Chappo: Plastique Universe EP
Most have probably not heard of Chappo but chances are you have subconsciously enjoyed the lead song (Come Home) off their Plastique Universe EP as it’s the backing song for Apple’s iPhone 4 commercials. Great, allbeit small, assortment of songs.
Broken Bells: Broken Bells
Broken Bells are an American rock band composed of Danger Mouse and James Mercer (lead vocalist and guitarist for The Shins). Their collaborative efforts on their self-titled debut album has produced a beautifully unique collection of ten songs. Check out The High Road above.
Kings Of Leon: Come Around Sundown
King of Leon’s latest single (Radioactive) off their forthcoming album (Come Around Sundown) which is coming out (in North America) on October 19, 2010.
U2: Every Breaking Wave
U2 performing their new song Every Breaking Wave during their 2nd 360° Tour concert in Helsinki, Finland, Olympic Stadium on August 21, 2010. Lyrics are as follows:
Band Of Horses: Infinite Arms
Band of Horses, previously known as Horses, is a Seattle-based indie rock band with a unique sound. Their new album, Infinite Arms, hits stores on May 18 with Compliments as the first single.
Joanna Newsom: Have One On Me
I couldn’t sleep last night as I was in the enthralls of a particularly stubborn sinus infection so I was begrudgingly flipping through late night television when I came across Late Night With Jimmy Fallon.
The Bravery: Stir The Blood
A great way to discover new music is to start with a band/album you enjoy and utilize Amazon’s user purchase trend data to follow what folks worldwide are listening to that dig similar music.
Tom Brokaw Explains Canada To Americans
This is old news but, in case you’re not aware, Tom Brokaw does an excellent job of explaining the relationship between Canada and The United States.