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LA Spotlight: Darker My Love
LA Spotlight: Darker My Love
Consisting of former Distillers drummer Andy Granelli and former Nerve Agent Tim Presley, L.A.'s Darker My Love have spent the past couple of years churning out sun-drenched waves of
noise-pop backed by echoed-vocals to critical acclaim. The band's sound
has been compared to Ride, BRMC, and even Oasis. But the feeling you get while listening to DML is much heavier and more psychedelic than it's predecessors. After numerous gigs and residencies all over Los Angeles, DML
have recently signed with Dangerbird Records. Their first "self-titled"
album is scheduled for release on August 22nd. Check them out soon at
the KXLU fundraiser on June 11th (The Echo) and their upcoming Spaceland residency every Monday in July.
http://www.darkermylove.net
Tue May 30 2006 · Posted in Daily on littleradio.com
Interview: Paik
Interview: Paik
LR: How was your tour with Stephen Malkmus last year? Are you guys fans of his music?
Paik: The tour was really great, we are pavement fans from back when, Stephen and the Jicks are really great, funny people.
LR: During that tour did it help Paik get some much needed recognition? Are there any plans to do a US tour this summer/fall?
Paik: It definitely helped acquaint a different slice of people to our sound. We probably won’t be touring anytime soon due to huge gas prices, and the like… it’s going to be the toughest year yet for that….We’ll see.
LR: How was Terrastock this year? What were your highlights of the festival?
Paik: GREAT! Bardo Pond, Kinski, Thoughtforms, Ghost , Cul de Sac, and Salamander. We’d never heard of them before, and quite enjoyed them.
LR: Your last album Satin Black is super-heavy and amazing. Were you guys going for a different approach/feeling with Monster of the Absolute?
Paik: Yes, it was a natural progression. We had different types of songs to work with and thus needed a different approach to the sound of the record.
LR: When you play live there’s a visual element (film) that fits perfectly with your songs. What do you want the audience to walk away with after experiencing your show?
Paik: We want them to have an experience, to be taken out of their normal way of thinking for a while, be taken over… remember it.
LR: Who does the songwriting, or is it a democratic process?
Paik: Rob has come up with the majority of them. Ali our old bass player made up a bunch too. Then there are the times when we all just come together at once to form something.
LR: Is there any music out there right now that brings you inspiration with your songwriting or sound development?
Paik: Yes, but nothing in particular. We both listen to music constantly, and find that usually something always seems to pop up where someone (or group) really means what they do, genuine, that is inspiring.
LR: Tell us how the music scene is in Detroit right now?
Paik: There’s lots of nice kids, and some cool bands, we don’t really participate in a “scene”: though, so I guess… no comment.
LR: What are your musical goals at this point? Is there anything you specifically want to achieve?
Paik: We need to play Europe, and Japan.
LR: Any people or bands you want to give a shout-out to?
Paik: Lilys, Bardo Pond, Kinski, E-Zee Tiger, Subarachnoid Space, BRMC, Mark Gardner, Thoughtforms, Phil McMullen, Windy & Carl, Blk Tyger, Tanakh , Film School, Chris Scofield. Shit…If you know us HEY!
-Scott McDonald
Mon May 29 2006 · Posted in Interviews on littleradio.com
Ticketmaster and the Illusion of Choice
Ticketmaster and the illusion of choice
Like many of you out there I spent a good hour trying to lock down some average, or even decent, Radiohead tickets for either June 29th or 30th at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Within seconds the waiting time on Ticketmaster jumped from 1 minute to 13 minutes, I thought I had a good chance of obtaining some section B seats, nope. I did get access for a “bench seat”, YEAH! But…it’s a bench seat. The on-line sale started at 10:00 am sharp and quickly ended at 10:01 sharp. I wasn’t surprised by this, it’s Radiohead. The idea of getting a good seat from Ticketmaster has always been a question of timing anyway. We play the waiting game or maybe you’re just lucky enough to have typed in your request at the exact nanosecond to get some outstanding, or even average, seats that you’ve waited years for.
Still unhappy with your seats? You can sell them. You’re going to make money with Radiohead, way more than you bought it for (the original listing price was $44 a seat!). And like most music fans if I couldn’t go I would sell them at face value to a friend or make money on Craigslist or eBay. No big whoop. But I noticed something new is starting to creep into the system. A sick and disgusting virus of new “businesses” that somehow work within the limits of acquiring hundreds of the best tickets only to turn around and sell them to their own company, then sell them again at exuberant prices to Johnny-paycheck. Right now tickets for sections A, B, and C are bidding at close to $3,000.00 a pair (its 11:37 am). Hell, even Barbara Streisand would be pissed-off
Still unhappy with your seats? You can sell them. You’re going to make money with Radiohead, way more than you bought it for (the original listing price was $44 a seat!). And like most music fans if I couldn’t go I would sell them at face value to a friend or make money on Craigslist or eBay. No big whoop. But I noticed something new is starting to creep into the system. A sick and disgusting virus of new “businesses” that somehow work within the limits of acquiring hundreds of the best tickets only to turn around and sell them to their own company, then sell them again at exuberant prices to Johnny-paycheck. Right now tickets for sections A, B, and C are bidding at close to $3,000.00 a pair (its 11:37 am). Hell, even Barbara Streisand would be pissed-off
So what the fuck is really going on here? Does this seem right to you? Some people might argue that this is merely a simple case of good old American capitalism at work, supply and demand economics. True. But if I follow this logic eventually everyone must form some kind of shabby business in order to compete for tickets on a whole new level. Ticketmaster was given the 'keys to the palace' so we wouldn’t have deal with this.
Here’s how it works:
These small “companies” basically file a business form and choose what type of business to be, that way they can protect themselves from personal responsibility and lawsuits. Then, they obtain an email account and run ticket sales out of their own home for enormous prices with almost no overhead. This all works under the guise of a fictitious business name. Is this legitimate? Sure. But the virtual space between you and the ticket has grown exponentially and the only way to get around it is to pay more money. These companies such as “Vivid Tickets” or “Genuine Tickets” that I’ve witnessed on eBay somehow get a foothold on the market, the best seats, and even the not-so-best seats before average customers with a typical Ticketmaster account can even take a short breath. If I’m wrong email me and tell me how it really works, seriously
I thought Ticketmaster, even with their bullshit “convenience fees”, were the emperors of this realm. And I’m usually satisfied knowing that I lost good seats to someone who’s on the same playing field. Ticketmaster has always controlled the access to bigger venues and bands with a higher demand, such as Radiohead. They are the only choice we have unless you have a monthly gig-budget in the $10,000 range. If you make that much money you probably don’t have the time to even buy or listen to Radiohead records anyway
As a Radiohead fan/consumer I should be able to find tickets within a reasonable price range before several unknown ticket agencies go in and snatch hundreds of the prime tickets (sections A, B, and C) only to turn around and sell them for over 600% of the face value. We each draw our own moral lines with people and businesses depending upon how much money we make and our personal investments with them. What’s a ____________ ticket worth to you?
Sun May 28 2006 · Posted in Daily on littleradio.com
The Brokedown: The Dutchman’s Gold EP
The Brokedown: The Dutchman's Gold EP (2006)
The Brokedown are
a geographical match made in heaven. The band consists of Ross Flournoy
(Austin, TX), Floridian Rob McCorkindale (Florida), and Dan Iead
(Conneticut). The band soon added Brian Whelan on bass & keys to
form its current core that resides in our beloved city of angels.
The Brokedown currently hold a residency on Tuesday nights at
Silverlake Lounge this month.
The Dutchman's Gold is a sunny and up-beat pop record that brings to mind the
Sun May 21 2006 · Posted in Reviews on littleradio.com
Kennedy: Special K EP
Kennedy: Special K EP (2006)
Imagine the 70's disco-groove of Leo Sayer mixed with Beck's impeccable rock 'n roll knack for melody and you've got Kennedy. If you haven't heard the track 'Your
Momma' by now you've either been in Iraq for a few years or living
under a rock. The sounds, samples and rhythms of Kennedy are so catchy.
likeable, and fun that's impossible to get out of your head. And thanks
to his massive popularity over the past year Kennedy even landed a slot
on this summer's Vans Warped Tour from July 6th to 13th.
Kennedy's EP, appropriately titled Special K,
comes through big time with hit after hit. The EP kicks off in
full-force with 'Hillbilly Witchcraft'. It utilizes a distorted vocal
track cutting through the beat and could've easily been a lost b-side
from Beck's Odelay. 'K.E.N.N.E.D.Y' sounds like Justin Timberlake with more sass and attitude. He sings it like he spells it, and that's
how the song goes kids. 'Your Mama' is the dreamy, sun-drenched banger
that tells a story of "...a man who's lovin' your momma all night
long", you'd be better off keeping your girlfriend far away. 'Karate'
reminds me more of Off The Wall-era Michael Jackson with it's funky bass and soulful delivery, even Jamiroqoui would be jealous. The remaining tracks are just as infectious as they
follow the party theme with Kennedy's simple rhymes and sing-a-long
choruses.
Your next job is to go see Kennedy live in a couple of weeks during the Fyn Stec Benefit at El Cid, May 20th. It's a Saturday so you can stay up late. Don't forget to buy his EP, it's the soundtrack to your summer.
-Scott McDonald
Sun May 7 2006 · Posted in Reviews on littleradio.com
The Little Ones- Gregory’s Chant (SXSW Daytrotter Session)
Mon May 1 2006 · Posted in Songs on littleradio.com
The Octopus Project - Rorol Live @ Little Radio Warehouse (5/1/06)
- The Octopus Project
- The Octopus Project - Rorol
- Live At Little Radio (5/1/06)
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