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Loud Love: When music speaks
Movies, books and TV shows have the potential to create characters that resonate deeply with us. “That’s just like me!” is a common refrain and one that undoubtedly the creators of said entertainment are actively pursuing. It makes the audience watch and become involved in the characters if they can relate. That is a powerful [...]
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#VV cellular level grooves on Black Joe Lewis’ 10″ blues rock gem ft the garrulous “Cousin Randy” & “Bitch I Love You” http://t.co/kpKEuq4V
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Vinyl records meet the Twitter-verse with @VisibleVinyl
There’s something eternally fascinating about combining the old and the new. For generations, especially in music, its been a theme compounded by retro acts, cover bands and throwback concept albums. In the today’s world, where physical…
Read moreAlabama Shakes opener set was …
Alabama Shakes opener set was so good, 3rd Man released some of it even though it wasn’t recorded for black & blue #VV http://t.co/3wNgil6A Recommended: Amazon.com Widgets
Read moreHer band was the 1st ever all-…
Her band was the 1st ever all-girl rock group to sign to a major, currently hosts a show on Sirius radio. Badass. #VV http://t.co/Tlpjl4HI Amazon.com Widgets
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#VV The Who – Who’s Next: Medicinal Rock & Roll
You should have this record, because it could take the place of your antidepressant or tranquilizer. You should listen to it as loud as you can get away with until your symptoms subside, and then follow up as needed. The Who are much more than the…
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2-Stroke: Mumford and Sons ticket fiasco
Oh, Ticketmaster! You big, rusty monopoly machine with your exorbitant services fees that make customers think twice about buying a ticket for an event. You do realize your power, right? Do you know how much good you could do for this unstable…
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Loud Love: Uncovering the relevance of covers
Starting out as a lesser known band, lots of difficulties and situations arise that well-known bands don’t need to worry about. Everything from getting your cut of the door money, to making sure the venue has the appropriate plugs is something…
Read more#VV Black Market Clash – punk rock…
Black Market Clash – punk rock icons demonstrate reggae roots w covers and groove. Must-have for Clash appreciators. http://t.co/9eiG0BF4 Amazon.com Widgets
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2-Stroke: Talking the new age of publicity with Chris Hnat of 2:30 Publicity
For this installment of Music Business 2-Stroke, I had the pleasure of briefly interviewing Chis Hnat of 2:30 Publicity. Chris is a 5-year veteran of the industry and his current roster consists of Volcom Entertainment, Infinity Cat Recordings,…
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