March 2011
Crumbler: Laughing at 13-year-olds →
crumbler:
I’m really quite disturbed by the zeal with which people are decrying Rebecca Black’s “Friday.” Let’s be serious: The song is no dumber than most of what’s on the radio and is catchier than some of it. There’s also the fact that it is sung by and for children. Had Rebecca Black performed this…
Actually fresh, new music apps at SXSW so far
fascinated:
LegitMix - This is really interesting. Instead of downloading/buying (typically impossible due to rights issues) mixes, you get a special descriptor file (contains no media) that then reconstructs the desired mix from media you either already have or will purchase via Amazon/iTunes. Decently interpretive concept of personal use. Sit with that for a minute.
Viinyl - Also an...
The Hype Machine at SXSW 2011 →
Come party with us at SXSW this Friday! Check out Mount Kimbie, Jamie Woon, Jonquil, Clock Opera, and Baths at our After-Hours showcase. It’s going to be awesome.
Info and RSVP here.
Who the Hell Made Rebecca Black’s ‘Friday’ Video? →
musichistory:
For some people music is art.
For some people music is about telling a story.
For too many people music is about nothing but $$$$$.
stalingradstanlingrad:
Huge huge release coming up on March 14th. The split vinyl titled “Pinnacles / Ye Ye” features Four Tet and Caribou (going under the alias Daphni for his new electronic project) both songs bring massive bass-lines and beautifully layered electronic
Check out Four Tet’s track Pinnacles here
GY!BE winners!
Would Jared, nonsenserif, and the soupmenu please send an email today for more info about their tickets?
danmeth:
The Wang Warriors All the members of hip hop’s most powerful group are back on stage together for the first time in years… and this crew rolls deep. Really really deep.
Career Move: Hype Machine to SCHED*
gtmcknight:
As of this month I have made the transition from working on Hype Machine to working on SCHED* full time…
Taylor’s moving on to work on his excellent scheduling app full-time. We’ll miss him, but we’ll be following his progress on the SCHED* blog with you. Just look at these chickens!
danmeth:
James Brown The meaning of his song “Sex Machine” revealed!