Record Store Day was a smashing success. We brought in, as far as I know, the 2nd largest amount of dollars in any sale in the history of the store. The only…
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The Top Ten Ways To Spend Your Tax Refund
I almost ordered a bunch of free business cards yesterday online, but then I got really depressed because I couldn’t think of what to write for my “Job Title.” What could I…
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The Distinguished Gourmand: Wurstkuche
Finally, at long last, I ventured downtown (just a few miles from my abode, I don’t know if that qualifies this trip as an adventure) to enjoy my first meal at Wurstküche…
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Extradition – Hush
From Aquarius Records: “Extradition were an obscure early seventies Australian psych-folk group very much influenced by the British Folk revival, in particular, Fairport Convention and Pentangle. Fronted by singer Shayna Karlin, whose…
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Assemble Head In Sunburst Sound – Assemble Head In Sunburst Sound (Self-Titled LP)
You read about the new Assemble Head In Sunburst Sound album, When Sweet Sleep Returned, last week, now here’s the first studio recording, the self-released, self-titled, Assemble Head In Sunburst Sound LP.…
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Dandelions – Dandelions [1971, KBK Label (Private)]
I consider this to be something of an exclusive. I don’t know if you could call this record a “holy grail,” but it is certainly getting a lot of exposure amongst a…
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The Tape-Beatles – The Grand Delusion
Iowa City’s The Tape-Beatles (sometimes also known as Public Works) formed in 1986. They are a multi-media group who use analog tape, film (and, more recently, digital technology) to create beautiful sound…
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Sunday Mix Tape – Number 140
Oh man, last night was filled with good times. Nicci had a “wrap party” for a student film she acted in, and then it was our friend Thesy’s birthday. I absolutely love…
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The Top Ten Keys To A Successful Barbecue
SCarter nailed it. Donate to the website because it’s sounded all week like I need a drink. You all should be so concerned for my well-being as I have been shockingly sober…
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Grouper – Cover The Windows And The Walls
Since first mentioning I own the Grouper LP Cover The Windows And The Walls, my inbox has been pounded harder than a pornstar’s asshole. At least a dozen people have contacted me…