Archive for May, 2008
May 9, 2008 – 8:43 pm | Written by Wes Flexner
MP3: Ill Poetic Presents Mood Music Third-Joe Buddens Remixed with Portishead
Cincy rapper/producer Ill Poetic has taken Joe Buddens critically acclaimed mixtape Mood Music Three, and remixed with it Portishead. Its a pretty good idea because Buddens had a lot of things to say on MM. And Portishead always provides a lot textured emotion.
Of course the drawback is that Portishead it is literally mood music. Buddens is dope. But is anyone trying to fuck to some dood rapping about his hard feelings towards the Big Homie, Jay-z?
Then again on Budden’s 2003 hit, “Pump it Up” dood did prove himself as a regular Henry Miller over here, by saying, “Ma wanna fall in love like I’m cupid. Telling me she don’t give brain like I’m stupid .You can do anything if you put your mind to it.”
All jokes aside, Ill Poetic is a refined producer so this project works really well. If you saw Ill Poetic at the Dilla tribute at So What Wednesdays a couple months ago, then you definatly can tell dood has spent time in the lab. So Mood Music Third works. Be on the look out for Ill Poetic in general. He produced Illogic’s next album Diabolical Fun, due out on Weightless in the fall.
Posted in MP3, Music, Wes Flexner | No Comments »
May 8, 2008 – 5:47 pm | Written by J Caleb Mozzocco
If there’s a problem with the Wachowskis’ kinda sorta live-action adaptation Speed Racer, it’s one of address—is this a movie for kids, or for grown-ups who grew up watching the early anime import in its late-sixties heyday (and/or its brief late nineties revival)?
It’s rated PG, and follows the basic structure of the cartoons perfectly (goofy melodrama and racing action for older kids, silly comedy relief involving Spritle and Chim Chim for younger kids).
But it’s also about two hours and fifteen minutes long, kind of heavy on the swearing and arty as all hell.
Will the same kids who enjoy a chimpanzee in osh koshes and think Emile Hirsch and Christina Ricci mashing their perfect lips together is gross appreciate scenes of wicked tycoons talking about manipulating the stockmarket while profiles of their faces float across the screen, or the 2001: A Space Odyssey-like moment where the hero goes so fast he, like, transcends visual information?
I don’t know. This is a film that’s easy to see audiences both loving and hating, depending on the individual sitting in the seats, and their own ages, experiences and preferences. (more…)
Posted in Film, Music | 2 Comments »
May 8, 2008 – 1:05 pm | Written by Robert Duffy
Above: Megan Palmer and Tony Scherr perform together
Tony Scherr gets a lot of buzz in the singer-songwriter world, and it’s been growing loudly lately after high profile musicians like Feist and Norah Jones have worked with him.
On Monday, you’ll be able to catch him at the Rumba Cafe. Also on the bill is Brooklyn/Columbus musician Megan Palmer, whose latest album was released on our lil’ label.
Here’s a song from each music to get you prepared for the show.
MP3:: Shopgirl by Tony Scherr
MP3:: Desperate Housewives by Megan Palmer
Posted in Columbus, MP3 | No Comments »
May 6, 2008 – 11:41 am | Written by Tankboy
I met the guys in The Milwaukees years ago through my pals in Woolworthy. I can’t remember if the bands shared a label, or if they had toured together, or what, but I’ve kept in touch with The Milwaukees — who are actually located in New Jersey — over the years. There last album was titled American Anthems Vol. 1 and it was a raucous dose of rock and/or roll Minneapolis stylee — yes, I’m just going totally location name-happy here — that got a couple spins on the tankPOD.*
Anyway, I wrote elsewhere about the band last year when they went on a “living room” tour. The band booked acoustic shows in fans’ houses and just hopped from city to city. It underscored one of the reasons I really dig the boys, aside from the hooks of course, since they go out of their way to get the word out and get in touch with folks kind enough to give their songs a chance.
Today they just told me they’re now offering all of American Anthems Vol. 1 as a free download from their website. (Wonder if Reznor gave them a pep talk or something?) So I’m pleased to pass this info on to you. If you enjoy pop rock stuff, or that Replacements / Soul Asylum vibe, I recommend you expend a little bandwidth to snag to album.
DOWNLOAD: The Milwaukees - American Anthems Vol.1
*Getting more than two plays on the tankPOD is pretty impressive when one considers the sheer volume of music I have to listen to daily just to keep up with things.
Posted in MP3, Music, Tankboy | 1 Comment »
May 5, 2008 – 9:09 am | Written by Robert Duffy
Tom Waits tour dates, including Columbus OH:
June 17- Phoenix, Orpheum
June 18 - Phoenix, Orpheum
June 20 - El Paso, Plaza Theatre
June 22 - Houston, Jones Hall
June 23 - Dallas, Palladium
June 25 - Tulsa, Brady Theatre
June 26 - Saint Louis, Fox Theatre
June 28 - Columbus, Ohio Theatre (Comfest weekend)
June 29 - Knoxville, Civic Theatre
July 1 - Jacksonville, Moran Theatre
July 2 - Mobile, Saenger Theatre
July 3 - Birmingham, Alabama Theatre
July 5 - Atlanta, Fox Theatre
This press conference video is pretty awesome:
Posted in Columbus | 4 Comments »
May 2, 2008 – 5:43 pm | Written by Wes Flexner
Thuggish Ruggish Bizzy Bone will be doing an instore at my work, Magnolia Thunderpussy Records, Saturday May 3rd, during Gallery Hop from 6-8 pm. (more…)
Posted in Columbus, Music, Video, Wes Flexner | 4 Comments »
May 2, 2008 – 12:26 pm | Written by Robert Duffy
Neil Diamond is a busy guy. He was just on American Idol, he’s got a new album out next week, a channel of his own on Sirius, and he’s about to embark on a huge tour.
In a lucky turn of events, we’ve got a pair of tickets to giveaway to the Columbus OH Neil Diamond show on August 25, at the Schottenstein Center. To enter to win, send a blank e-mail to wintix@donewaiting.com with the subject line “NEIL DIAMOND”. We’ll be choosing a winner on May 10.
Tickets for this show go onsale properly on Monday, but you can order tickets now using the pre-sale password helloagain. Click here to order tickets if you want to be on the safe side.
My favorite Neil Diamond memory: In grammar school our class had to sing “Coming to America” to impress some organization that would possibly give our school money. I can still remember the hand gestures. I don’t remember if we got the cash.
BUY: Home Before Dark on Amazon.com
Posted in Columbus, Contest | No Comments »
May 2, 2008 – 8:14 am | Written by Robert Duffy
The internet moves fast. Yesterday, The Black Keys recorded a cover of Captain Beefheart’s song “I’m Glad” and posted it on their Myspace page for a free download. You can also download it here, too:
MP3: I’m Glad by The Black Keys
Posted in MP3 | No Comments »
May 2, 2008 – 6:26 am | Written by J Caleb Mozzocco
As subjects for superhero summer movies go, Marvel Comic’s Iron Man seems made-to-order. He may lack the deep multimedia adaptation history of a Batman or Superman, and the sprawling cast of a Spider-Man or X-Men, but he’s essentially a giant toy that causes explosions.
So it’s easy to see what Hollywood sees in the character, but, somewhat surprisingly, it’s hard to resist the film that director Jon Favreau and his four-man screen-writing team have built around it. Iron Man stands atop the increasingly large heap of superhero movies; in fact, it may be the current king of that particular hill. (more…)
Posted in Film | 6 Comments »
May 2, 2008 – 6:24 am | Written by Andrew Patton
MP3: Cadillac Rap feat. Blueprint
The stock of Columbus hip-hop collective Bottom Brick has been on the rise as of late. Since the release of The Framework EP in late 2006, they have stayed in the spotlight with energetic live shows, side project EPs, and individual members showcasing their talents (like producer Seance’s involvement in a recent production showcase at So What Wednesdays). This weekend sees the release of the group’s first full-length album, The Groundbreaking, a self-released effort.
The Groundbreaking is 16 tracks long, boasting plenty “old-fashioned” boom-bap rap. Which is not to say that the material sounds particularly dated, but just that Bottom Brick will satisfy most fans of classic ’90s hip-hop. The beats (mostly handled by the group’s Seance and Mattinee) are solid backdrops for the MCs, highlighted by the horn-laced banger “Cadillac Rap” and the chilled out vibes of the aptly-titled “Cool Out.” The group’s MCs (Adjust, H.I.M Illaflo, and Seance) do the beats justice most of the time, ably handling varied subject matter and moods. There are a few questionable moments on the mic (the hook on “As It Is” comes to mind), but most of the time, the lyrics and beats mesh well. The album also includes vocal appearances by Columbus all-stars Blueprint (on the aforementioned “Cadillac Rap”), Illogic (whose unhinged verse contributes well to the ethereal “Anthropology”) and Grmm Diabolic. For a group’s first full-length record, it is not surprising that the album’s pace bogs down a bit in the middle, mostly due to a string of songs about life’s struggles. “Cool Out” gets the proceedings back on track, however, and paves the way for a more upbeat ending including the good-natured drinkin’ and partyin’ anthem “More the Merrier,” the lone carryover here from The Framework.
Despite a few missteps, The Groundbreaking shows a group of hip-hop artists getting more familiar with each other and their roles. No matter the mood, there are tracks here that will complement it well.
Bottom Brick will celebrate its album release with a show (including a featured guest appearance by Blueprint) at the High Five on Saturday, May 3rd. Also on the bill is a tag team performance from Illogic & Ill Poetic, sets from Grmm Diabolic and Ol’ Scandalous, and party jams from DJs Detox, Lefto, and Product. It is rare that all of a hip-hop album’s vocal contributors are present for the release party, so the show should be a fine display of what the album is all about.
Posted in Columbus, Music | 2 Comments »
