Thursday, July 1, 2010
 

Today's Quick Mention:  I did a little a math on Twitter yesterday and noticed that if you average the Rotten Tomatoes score of every blockbuster that's been released between April and now, the number you get is 47.2%.  What the hell happened to all the good movies this summer? I've already done two EPs this week, so we might at well keep it going.  Enjoy.

:The Kills - Pale Blue Eyes:  Not sure if I'm the only one, but these days I only think of Alison Mosshart as Jack White's bluesy rock accomplice.  Is that bad?  I suppose not since I really like The Dead Weather (especially the new LP), but I shouldn't forget about the Kills, and this track, which is part of the ongoing Levi's Pioneer Sessions: The Revival Recordings, definitely reaffirms that.  Grab headphones for this sultry effort.

:The Thermals - I Don't Believe You:  I know a lot of you would prefer The Thermals not continue down the path of pop punk, but I have to admit that this is my favorite version of them.  They're just really good at crafting hooks, and I love how energetic they always sound.  Don't snob this, turn it up loud and have a good time with it.  September 7 is when you can expect to see Kill Rock Stars release Personal Life.

:Blonde Redhead - Here Sometimes:  This is a pretty great track.  Usually, the longer a band is together the more likely they seem to lose whatever it is that made them good in the first place, but I think after 17 years Blonde Redhead may still be improving, and you just have to find that impressive.  4AD will release Penny Sparkle on September 14.  Also, if you still have your headphones on, you're ready to click play.

:Sonny And The Sunsets - Too Young To Burn:  I feel like I should already know about this guy.  He's toured with some big name acts, put out quite a few albums and even had a music-oriented art gallery that made its way from San Francisco (his hometown, my recent vacation spot) to Austin.  Oh well.  At least I'm off to some sort of start with Sonny by digging this breezy track.  Tomorrow Is Alright will be out August 31 on Fat Possum.

:Brock Enright - Maybe:  The press release for this mentioned Brock as a nice compliment to Yeasayer, and I actually think that makes quite a bit of sense.  Although, you should know that the album as a whole definitely showcases that thought more than this quick-tease of a song (or gem, if you prefer).  Torben and the documentary Brock Enright: Good Time Will Never Be The Same just came out this past Tuesday.  Seek them both out!

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