Archive for July, 2008
July 10, 2008 – 9:51 pm | Written by J Caleb Mozzocco
Given the peculiar ambitions of the Hellboy franchise—would-be blockbuster special effects-driven eye candy horror action comedy—it should come as no surprise that the second go-round, Hellboy II: The Golden Army is all over the place.
The tone shifts from scenes of wacky slapstick to too-earnest melodrama to self-serious superhero movie-isms, and you can practically fell the gears grinding when it does.
It’s to writer/director Guillermo del Toro credit that the entire endeavor never completely stalls out, but manages to zip by thanks to copious B-movie charm, and genuinely amazing creature designs, a movie menagerie that could fill more than one of Pan’s labyrinths.
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July 8, 2008 – 6:02 pm | Written by Tankboy
I keep saying this is a great year for music, and it is, and some of the reviews below continue to reflect that fact, but some of them merely showcase solidly average offerings. And one review is of a disc I really wish the artist could recall since it sullies my fond memories of their earlier efforts. Anyway, onwards.
Be Your Own Pet - Get Damaged EP
Seriously? these songs were banned from the American release of their last album? Doesn’t that make total sense for a Major in these parts? I can just see the boardroom discussion: “Well, there’s these three songs, and they’re really catchy, maybe the best three songs on the album, but the lyrics seem a little scary. They’re about girls punching other girls and stuff like that. I mean if it was about Hos and Bros, or date rape, or getting drunk and getting it on I would be totally down with that, but this chick that’s singing sounds mean. That sort of scares me, so let’s take these songs off the album, O.K.?”
Mudcrutch - Mudcrutch
Tom Petty revives his first band to record the album they never got around to making. Is it the most rockin’-est, swingin’-est Petty has recorded in years? You bet it is! Is it exciting and interesting to listen to? With the exception o “Lover On The Bayou” you bet it ain’t. It’s kind of like if Uncle Tupelo had waited until after Anodyne to record No Depression. For fans only.
Human Highway - Moody Motorcycle
The dude from Islands mines his inner country indie-pop muse and comes back with an album of enjoyable, if slightly slight, tunes. Whispered vocals, sharply mellow beats, and minimal instrumententation mark the majority of the tunes. In fact, as the album went on I started to think of the band as being sonically akin to a laid back version of Fountains Of Wayne. If that sounds up your alley, check ‘em out.
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July 8, 2008 – 8:45 am | Written by Robert Duffy
From Jerry DeCicca of The Black Swans:
Hello friends,
First, I owe many of you nice notes in response to yours, but please know I’m thinking of you and appreciate what you’ve shared. I’m super touched by all of your good words.
Below is information on how to attend Noel’s memorial service and how to make a donation to ease some of the financial burden associated with his accident.
The service takes place this Saturday July 12th at the first Presbyterian Church in Huntington, WV. There will be visitations between 12-2pm, followed by a service.
First Presbyterian of Huntington
1015 5th Avenue
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 523-6476 Fax: (304) 523-6478
http://www.firstpreshuntington.org
The Columbus Music Co-Op has set up a non-profit account for us to deposit funds in order to help cover Noel’s funeral expenses. All remaining money, and money earned in the future, will be used to set up a music scholarship at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio in Noel’s name.
Checks can be made to “Noel Sayre Memorial Fund” and sent to:
noel sayre memorial fund
c/o columbus music co-op
2895 neil avenue #390a
columbus, ohio 43202
Or paypal: columbusmusiccoop@yahoo.com
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July 7, 2008 – 9:07 am | Written by Robert Duffy
Matmos are returning to the Wexner Center on Wednesday, July 23. This is their fourth appearance at the Wex, and each time has been a memorable one. Purchase advance tickets here.
We’re giving away a pair of tickets to a lucky winner. To enter the contest, send a blank e-mail to wintix@donewaiting.com with the subject line MATMOS. The winner will be randomly chosen July 21.
MP3: Rainbow Flag
Video: Exciter Lamp and the Variable Band
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July 3, 2008 – 8:31 pm | Written by Robert Duffy
This e-mail was sent from Jerry of The Black Swans about Noel:
Dear Friends and all,
I have some very sad news to share.
Noel Sayre, my friend and bandmate for 13 years, died early in the
morning of July 3rd due to a swimming accident in Portsmouth, Ohio on
Tuesday July 1st.
He entered the hospital in a coma and never came out of it, his heart
eventually slowing down. In the I.C.U., we listened to Rachmaninoff
and Clive Palmer, two of Noel’s favorites. He spent his time in the
hospital with his close friends and girlfriend, Kristy, who played a
big part in his happiness during the last year.
Noel and I began playing music together on New Years Eve of 1995,
opening a show for the Yips and the Bassholes at Bernies Bagels in
Columbus, Ohio. We split $100 for that gig, and so began a partnership
that quickly became a strong and lasting friendship that the Black
Swans based themselves upon.
We were always more Heckle & Jeckle and Penn & Teller than Simon &
Garfunkel, as we shared an idea about music as art, posing as
entertainment, that we explored over hundreds of gigs and several
recordings. Musically, I always stood in Noel’s shadow and Noel always
felt he was my shadow. We spoke in code, a short-hand, that sometimes
alienated others and sometimes amused them. We were kindred spirits in
many way and couldn’t be more different in others. He was quiet and
articulate, rowdy and beyond shy, hyper intelligent and incredibly
dense. I think I knew him better than anyone and it is safe to say
there was a lot I never saw. It is shocking to think he will no longer
be a part of my physical life. We both imagined that we’d be standing
on stage together when we were 80, an appropriate age for our favorite
tempo.
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July 3, 2008 – 12:29 pm | Written by Robert Duffy
July 8 Update: Details on funeral services and donations.
8:32PM Update: Jerry from The Black Swans has sent this message.
4:14PM Update: Dispatch obituary here.
1:51PM Update: Aaron Beck from Columbus Dispatch just e-mailed me and said that Noel died 1:08AM today.
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From Cringe.com:
I just got a call from a long time friend of Noel Sayre’s. The violinist for The Black Swans and Pretty Mighty Mighty was rescued from nearly drowning in Portsmouth, Ohio Tuesday evening, but remains in very critical condition. A few more details can be found here.
Send some good thoughts to Noel, his family and his friends.
Well wishes also in the message board
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July 2, 2008 – 12:23 pm | Written by Robert Duffy
MP3: Lying Here, Dying Here by Moon High
Moon High, why were you hiding from me? I had seen the name listed on a few shows recently but I hadn’t really been paying attention. But all that is about to change.
They first caught my attention this weekend at the merch booth. Their lovingly crafted packaging of the album seemed like it took an hour just to put one together: a sewn slipcase, pins, screenprinting, it blew my mind. This CD is individually numbered and they made 100 of them. Here’s a photo from their website of the packaging:
Their self-titled debut album has a lazy California folk pop quality that is easy to fall into the groove. It’s not a stretch to suggest that fans of Mercury Rev, Sufjan Stevens and Magnetic Fields will really dig this.
Head on over to their website where you can hear all of the songs, purchase the album, and see upcoming tour dates. Expect us to talk about this band a lot in the future.
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July 1, 2008 – 11:59 am | Written by Robert Duffy
Sunken Treasure Records is an offshoot of donewaiting.com. We’ve just launched our own Digital Download Store where you can purchase non-DRM’d, high quality MP3s directly from us. (Regular CD copy available too)
You can also choose how much you’d like to pay for the brand new Miranda Sound album. Whether it’s $1, $5, $10, etc. etc, you choose the price, pay it, download it and you’re good to go. Click here to download.
We’ve also put the entire new Miranda Sound album available for free streaming on Muxtape.
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July 1, 2008 – 9:10 am | Written by Robert Duffy
During Comfest, a lot of people asked me where they can get Clint Reno’s new Ohio Rocks T-Shirt. Well, he’s now made available over on his website.
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