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New Music Tuesday: 6-23-09I can't believe it's been over three years since the release of the Gossip's Standing in the Way of Control. The band's first album with new (and out) drummer Hannah Billie made a huge impact, and lesbian frontwoman Beth Ditto has since become an outspoken activist for the LGBT community, as well as in several other areas, including the fashion world.
Today's release of Music For Men will be the band's first chance to illustrate how successful they are in terms of getting their message out in their music. The electro-dance-disco-punk has all of the right elements to get people off their feet and thinking at the same time. I, for one, am curious as to how it will be received by all the people who know Beth Ditto for the publicity she gets, and hope that any of the negative press will end up having a positive impact on the band and its wonderfully upbeat music. Here's what else is new: Shawn Colvin — Live (Nonesuch Records) Singer/songwriter Shawn Colvin recorded her three night-stand at San Francisco's Yoshi's last July, and turned it into a 15-track live album that fans will enjoy. Both her cover of Gnarls Barkley's "Crazy" and her most famous song "Sunny Came Home" are included. Tift Merritt — Buckingham Solo (Vela Recordings) The alt-country performer released this live album earlier in 2009, but it's finally available everywhere for purchase, including iTunes. It's a solo acoustic set, and Tift plays both the piano and guitar on some of her best known songs, including "Another Country" and "I Live for You." Paulina Rubio — Gran City Pop (Universal Latino) The Latina singer/actress is a sensation in Latin America and Spain, but there are still parts of the U.S. that haven't quite caught onto her brand of latin pop. However, with irresistible rhythms like those on single "Causa y Efecto," I wouldn't be surprised if she gains several new fans over the summer. Regina Spektor — Far (Sire Records) The eccentric indie-pop singer brings a new album full of songs like single "Laughing With," which includes the lyrics "God could be funny." Spektor has a way of making topics like war, death and poverty sit gracefully alongside love songs, and work beautifully as an album of wit and wonderful music. What are you spinning today? Submitted by on June 23, 2009 - 3:00pm. |
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New Music>>
Dude-
You completely left off The Cliks' 'Dirty King!' I know you guys did a brief mention of it a few months back but it def. should have gotten a shout-out here, considering it's dropping today.
So, yeah, I'm buying The Cliks' new joint and the new Spinnerette.
HAHA
wow So i don't look like a complete idiot i'd like to say I think we were LITERALLY typing these comments at the same time (mine, right below this one), YOU WIN!!! Cause my computer is for shit!!! Totally froze on me!
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"I know how I was born and I know that I have no choice. I know it may not show on the color of my skin, but I know it’s in my heart and in my soul."-Sara Quin
I was just listening to the
I was just listening to the track Dirty King from the album a second ago!!!
They are amazing!
Um...The Cliks!?
Dude, Trish...I can't believe you of all people forgot that The Cliks album Dirty King came out today!!
Also Spinnerette fronted by former Distiller's hottie Brody Dalle's debut record came out today, it's AMAZING
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"I know how I was born and I know that I have no choice. I know it may not show on the color of my skin, but I know it’s in my heart and in my soul."-Sara Quin
Watching Regina Spektor
Watching Regina Spektor live is a magical experience so I encourage everyone to do it. I went knowing only half of her songs and left with a new favorite artist.
To every feminist action, there is an equal and opposite reaction- Naomi Wolf
Gossip
As you can probably tell.... i love Gossip's Hannah.. ;)
Heavy Cross is a GREAT song, i love it! Looking forward to checking out the rest of their album when i get time. Beth Ditto has a very good voice, she's great! I love Gossip! :)
Regina!
Tift!
PAULINA RUBIO
Not a fan on Paulina Rubio but her songs are catchy, hehe "Causa y efecto" is worth listening to :)
Gossip
I really like Love Long Distance and Love and Let Love. The album is a lot more 'mainstream' though, easier to get into, but it's really great anyway. :)
And the picture on the cover is awesome androgyness. :D
I didn't think it was
I didn't think it was possible to want Hannah from The Gossip any more.
Then i saw the new album cover. WOW!!
the gossip
oooh heavy cross has been on repeat for far too long! so excited it all dropped legally today!
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Regina- I love her!
They think we're ugly, but I know we're beautiful.
Regina Rocks!
Regina!!
Gossip
ugh!
paulina rubio sucks!
shes the worst singer ever, her lyrics are dumb and her music..wait? is that music?
just pure trash...
TOTALLY AGREE!
Gossip
Gossip
rocks, they're a fantastic beacon for lesbians. AND the new album is really good as well..
Listening to a really cool indie pop band Char2D2, out of Vancouver. Her EP Small Vampires is produced by a certain Tegan R Quin, it's really nice too.
And she's queer too..
http://www.myspace.com/char2d2
The Gossip
Ahhh i love you gossip mann.. they were amazing live last yearr :D
i would watch them again anyday ;D
Hannah is my drumming idol <3
Regina Spektor!!!
Oh gawd, you've no idea how much I love her. I mean, "I'm gonna give her my left kidney if need be" kind of love. Serious. I went to see her concert at the Beacon Theatre on June 17th and she was amazing. I also got to meet her after the concert and had her sign my iPod :D She was so gracious to us who waited for her outside and took her time to chat with every one and pose for pictures.
Ah. Good times.
Class Act!!