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Who is Andrew WK?
In September of 2008, Andrew WK gave a lecture at London's Madame JoJo's club and stated that he is not who the public perceives him to be. In what he called a "confession," Andrew WK said that what is known as "Andrew WK" was created by a group of...
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Final Installment of Johnny Cash's Album Series to be Released
On February 26, American VI: Ain't No Grave - the sixth and final installment of Johnny Cash's critically-acclaimed American Recordings album series - will be officially released. This final album was produced by Rick Rubin, along with the first...
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Jay Reatard Dead at 29 (UPDATED)
Goner Records has confirmed that artist Jay Reatard, longtime champion of the Memphis garage rock scene, has passed away at the age of 29. Via Goner's website: "It is with great sadness that we report the passing of our good friend Jay Reatard. Jay...
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Pelican at The First Unitarian Church, December 1, 2009
In a Philadelphia church basement, fluorescent lights flicker above a stage where speaking in tongues may have occurred and/or Bingo balls may have been dropped into place. Tonight the letters are called out as dark, Dickie-clad patrons huddle and...
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Slayer Tour Cancelled
Slayer's bassist and vocalist, Tom Araya, has been forced to undergo back surgery and cancel the remaining dates for the American and Canadian Carnage Tour. "Tom gave various medical treatments more than a fair shot," said Slayer's manager...
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Vampire Weekend - Contra
Crazy Love, Vol. II When it comes to musical acts who cashed in a bunch of indie credibility in the 2000s, few had to endure as many demands for rebates as Vampire Weekend. The Columbia University quartet spent a bunch of time and column inches...
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Ultra Music Festival Reveals Line-up
The 12th Annual Ultra Music Festival, a festival features both alternative and electronic music, has announced the line-up and dates for their 2010 event. Set for Friday, March 26th and Saturday, March 27th, in downtown Miani to act as the...
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An Interview with Olof Arnalds
The Icelandic music community is a tightly knit group of comrades where everyone seems to know and look out for each other. "It's so easy to put something together. Everyone knows someone who has gear to use or a place to play at," Olof Arnalds...
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