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My first favorite music video in 20 years


Published March 2, 2011 at 7:15 a.m.


Remember when video was an exciting, vital part of the music industry? I'd forgotten, too, until I saw the latest from Dropkick Murphys.

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Review: tUnE-yArDs – Ecstatic Music Festival, New York


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Published Feb. 21, 2011 at 5:01 p.m.

Review: Alex Schaaf Photo: David Andrako/Courtesy of Kaufman Center The human voice is perhaps the most interesting instrument of them all. It is the only instrument that you are born with, and the only one that you will have to live with for the rest of your life. Sure, you can take voice lessons [ ... ] ...

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Tonight: Muzzle of Bees Showcase at Linneman’s


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Published Feb. 19, 2011 at 2:45 p.m.

We’re presenting a top-notch showcase at Linneman’s in Milwaukee tonight (Saturday) with performances by Icarus Himself, Sat. Nite Duets and Surgeons In Heat. Music starts at 9PM and $6 gets you in the door. See you there! Download: Icarus Himself – Daytrotter Session MP3: Sat. Nite Duets – “All Nite Long” MP3: Surgeons In Heat [ ... ] ...

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Weekend Reading


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Published Feb. 18, 2011 at 6:50 p.m.

Radiohead’s new album The King of Limbs arrived today, a day earlier than promised. I’ve made it through the albums eight tracks a couple times now as it continues to sink in. If you haven’t heard the album you can purchase the digital files here and watch the video for “Lotus Flower above. What do [ ... ] ...

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Monday News


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Published Feb. 14, 2011 at 2:12 p.m.

Radiohead will release their new album, The King of Limbs on May 9th. However, pre-orders receive the album digitally on Saturday, February 19th. More details here and at Pitchfork. I’m hosting a showcase at Pianos in New York on Thursday, February 17th with performances by Yellow Ostrich, Strand of Oaks and Conrad Plymouth. Tickets and [ ... ] ...

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Josh T. Pearson – Woman When I’ve Raised Hell


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Published Feb. 11, 2011 at 1:59 p.m.

In 2001, Josh T. Pearson was blowing minds in a psychedelic band called Lift to Experience, whose record The Texas Jerusalem Crossroads continues to be held in reverence today. Today, Josh T. Pearson is crafting folk songs with his own twist. They’re gorgeously compiled and usually of significant length. He’s got a new album in [ ... ] ...

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The Wilderness of Manitoba


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Published Feb. 10, 2011 at 9:01 p.m.

I have a handful of trusted music sources that I rely on for great music recommendations. These come word of mouth, text, in person, and via blog posts. I’d say I get more quality recommendations from Frank at Chromewaves than almost anyone else on the internet. His praise and posting about The Wilderness of Manitoba [ ... ] ...

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Madison/Milwaukee Concert Announcement: Charlie Parr


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Published Feb. 10, 2011 at 1:07 p.m.

Muzzle of Bees is proud to present Minnesota bluesman Charlie Parr for two back-to-back concerts in Madison and Milwaukee later this month. Alternating between a resonator guitar and a banjo, Charlie channels blues legends like Charley Patton in his music, but puts his own, Midwestern spin on Piedmont style blues. Plus, he picked up his [ ... ] ...

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Interview with Deerhoof


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Published Feb. 9, 2011 at 12:48 p.m.

One of the albums that’s risen to the top of all the fantastic music released this year is Deerhoof’s new album Deerhoof Vs. Evil. The band is currently in the midst of a tour supporting the record that will be bringing them through Chicago and Madison next week. We spoke to guitarist Ed Rodriguez (who’s [ ... ] ...

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Muzzle of Bees + 91.7 WMSE Podcast :: Volume 56


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Published Feb. 4, 2011 at 5:55 p.m.

Welcome to the 56th podcast/download I’m co-hosting with Ryan Schleicher at 91.7 WMSE. We’re back after a lengthy delay, the good news is that during our time away we’ve gathered a ton of great new music to share with you in the coming weeks. Here’s the play list for this week: Cedar AV – “Requiem” [ ... ] ...

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