THIS WEEK’S ELITE: R.E.M., And I Feel Fine: The Best Of R.E.M. Disc 1 | Disc 2 (Capitol/IRS) This album could easily be a soundtrack for my teen years. These songs were an escape from reality during that awkward time. John Mayer, Continuum (Sony, Aware) Another impressive effort. Soulful “Waiting on the World to Change” […]
The Rudds: A Download and a Video
Is it possible to get too much of a good thing? Me thinks not. Enjoy two selections — video and audio — from the Rudds. Both songs are from the band’s 2005 release, Get the Femuline Hang On, which was recognized on both the Twangville top albums and top songs lists from 2005. “Older Girls“, […]
Butch Walker’s “Bethamphetamine (Pretty Pretty)”, a Video
Twangville favorite Butch Walker tells the tale of a jilted lover, played by Avril Lavigne, in this video for “Bethamphetamine (Pretty Pretty)” from the album The Rise And Fall of Butch Walker and the Let’s Go Out Tonites. (posted by thejason1974 on YouTube)
Mayer’s Playlist for August 2006
I Am a Leaver, The Damnwells (from the album Air Stereo The boys from Brooklyn may have switched labels, but the sound remains constant. Songwriter Alex Dezen knows how to construct energetic rock songs with smart lyrics. “I am a Leaver” packs a punch with its driving rhythm and gleaming power chords. Lookin’ for a […]
All’s Fair In G. Love & War
Man oh man, if there is one live show to see this month it’s G. Love. He played two nights in a row down here in lovely St. Petersburg, and I was lucky enough to catch the second night. I must admit, I was coming from work and missed the first song, but hearing “Can’t […]
Special Guest Twangville Commentary
While conducting an interview backstage at this year’s Lollapalooza Festival, Mike Patton (Faith No More, Peeping Tom) offers his opinion on the band Wolfmother. See the video here. Video courtesy of G4.
Grace Potter & The Nocturnals “Stop the Bus (Live at Red Rocks)â€, a Video
Yes, Grace Potter can rock the Hammond B-3, but did you know that she also jams on guitar? Check out this amazing performance of new song “Stop the Bus” performed at Red Rocks. Grace Potter & The Nocturnals at Red Rocks (Stop The Bus) Grace Potter & The Nocturnals performance of “Stop The Bus” at […]
Bob Dylan & More, Album Previews
THIS WEEK’S ELITE: Bob Dylan, Modern Times He never ceases to amaze. For many of the songs, the growling vocals are an acquired taste, but the songwriting is as strong as ever and the musicianship with the Never Ending Tour band makes the album unforgettable. Notable Tracks: “Thunder on the Mountain”, “Rollin’ and Tumblin’”, “Someday […]
Robert Randolph & The Family Band Set to Release New CD
Preview Colorblind, the new album from Robert Randolph & The Family Band Full press release: ROBERT RANDOLPH & THE FAMILY BAND Colorblind Robert Randolph – guitars, vocals Danyel Morgan – bass, vocals Marcus Randolph – drums Jason Crosby – Hammond organ, piano “We wanted to take our time and find ourselves,†says Robert Randolph. “Find […]
The Beach Boys – Rehearsals 1967
I don’t know if there’s any band that embodies a sense of carefree Americana more than The Beach Boys. If you’re as much of a geek for their music as I am, you absolutely MUST go on over to An Aquarium Drunkard today and get your hands on this recording as soon as humanly possible. […]