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Album Review: Old Ideas
Leonard Cohen, the legendary Canadian singer–songwriter, is equally known for writing incredibly emotional, moving songs and for being totally unable to actually sing them.
Weekend Concert Listings: 2/2-2/4
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour w/ Vacationer - Union Transfer, Thurs. 2/2 Doors at 8 pm, $15 This Danish alternative pop band - whose quirky sound has been featured on Heineken and Mad Men commercials - is promoting their Golden Age EP, alongside the "serenity-inducing sonic arrangements" of Vacationer. Check the site for tickets and more info. Tycho w/ Beacon (presented by SPEC Jazz & Grooves) - the Rotunda, Fri.
Album Releases: 1.31.2012
Check out all of these albums dropping today. Sample them free on Spotify.
Playlist of the Week: 1.30.2012
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For The Record
Yes, people still buy them. Log out of Spotify for an hour and you can, too.
Something - Chairlift
Art–pop outfit Chairlift offers a long–awaited follow–up to 2008’s Does You Inspire You? (best known for the hit “Bruises”) with Something. During the four–year hiatus, the band’s sound seems to have matured perfectly — Something is a fully–realized expression of innovative pop.
Attack On Memory - Cloud Nothings
The semi–punk rockers Cloud Nothings have grown up.
Take One For A Spin
Audio–Technica AT–LP60 Automatic Price: $99.95 on audio–technica.com, about $70–80 on Amazon Good for: Starting off slow.
A Guide to Your First Time (At a Record Store)
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about vinyl but were too afraid to ask those guys behind the counter.
Concerts of the Week
The snow’s melted, so put on those dancing shoes and check out these shows.
Playlist of the Week: 1/23
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We've Seen the Future
And there's a lot more stank, weird dudes, gangster hipster girls (and hopefully less LMFAO-ing)
Beautiful Things - Anthony Green
Anthony Green, of indie darlings Circa Survive, offers a strong solo effort with Beautiful Things. It’s impressively diverse — tracks like “Just to Feel Alive” are airy and gentle, while lead single “Get Yours While You Can” boasts a killer guitar hook.
Cream of the Musical Crop This Week in Philly
Who: Anthony Green Where: Union Transfer When: 1/20/12 Tickets $17, all ages Why you should go: He'll be playing an array of high–energy rock and chill pop from Beautiful Things. ------- Who: Twin Sister Where: Johnny Brenda’s When: 1/22/12 Tickets $10-12, 21+ only Why you should go: This dream–pop quintet will blow you away with their funky, cozy sound.
Future This - The Big Pink
After three years, the British electro–rock act The Big Pink is back with their sophomore effort.
Playlist of the Week: 1/17/2012
Classes already bumming you out? Check out these tunes, kick back and relax. The Playlist - 1/16/12 by Street Music on Grooveshark'}" alt="" />
Playlist of the Week: Gear Up For Finals
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'House' Music
Song: "On Display" - Melissa Gorgo Choice Lyric: "I can feel the weight of the world pushing down on me" Message: I'm hot and I'm not going anywhere (sorry I'm not sorry, Teresa). Sounds Like: Something that would be remixed at a Theos party. Best Listened to When: In da (strip) club. Overall Rating: 3/10 - Not even recording this in her home studio could help this overcooked mess.
Beats on the Street
This article is a part of the the Fall 2011 Joke Issue: Real Housewives of 34th Street. Ramona S.
