BEASTIE BOYS & FRIENDS ANNOUNCE SWING STATE VOTER AWARENESS TOUR
Selected Dates in Battleground States
Beastie Boys have confirmed selected dates through the crucial swing states of the upcoming election. Joining the band in various markets will be Sheryl Crow, Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, Norah Jones, Crosby & Nash, Santogold, Tenacious D, and special guests, as well as representatives from the Rock The Vote, who will be on hand to distribute information on local polling sites, including early voting locations where available.
The first three shows to be announced are:
Oct 28 Richmond, VA - Richmond Coliseum
Beastie Boys/Jack Johnson/Norah Jones/Santogold
Nov 1 St. Paul, MN - Roy Wilkins Auditorium
Beastie Boys/Ben Harper/Tenacious D
Nov 2 Milwaukee, WI - U.S. Cellular Arena
Beastie Boys/Ben Harper/Crosby & Nash/Tenacious D
Check www.beastieboys.com for on sale times and info.
~Information courtesy Nasty Little Man PR
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Sunday, October 12, 2008
sys26 :: A NEW CAREER IN A NEW TOWN
Songs to keep you entertained while it remains very Seattle-esque outside....
1. Pearl Jam - "Leash"
The most powerful PJ track ever recorded. Really brings me back to my "angst-y" days.
2. Terry Lynn - "Kingstonlogic" [Angry Mix]
Imagine if Basement Jaxx's "Crazy Itch Radio" disc had been overseen by KMFDM's menacing mastermind Sascha K....
3. Del the Funky Homosapien - "Things You Can Do"
Pardon my "French," but I can't f------ believe this is Ice Cube's cousin! Recommended if you miss the playful nature of the Gorillaz debut.
4. Bob Dylan - "Step It Up and Go" [Blind Boy Fuller cover]
The only good thing about the ridiculous film "Just Add Water." Well, besides the stunning Tracy Middendorf, that is.
5. Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank - "Any Decent Dog's Dream"
My CD reviews don't lie: The brothers Alexy strike gold with this lovable Teague-penned composition, which centers around the unspoken bond the musician shares with his dog Diego and some humorous (mis)adventures they have shared in Holyoke, Minn. Maybe it’s just my wife, a proud owner of “The Dog Bible,” rubbing off on me, but I couldn’t help but smile when I heard “Any Decent Dog’s Dream.” As far as storyteller songs go, they don’t get much more heartfelt than this.
6. Zwan - "Baby Let's Rock!"
Say what you want about the "Great Pumpkin," but he's still good for at least a few tracks every couple years.
7. Air - "Alpha Beta Gaga"
For everybody's favorite French duo, this is hard hitting. Like PJ Olsson's "The Whistle Song" meets a slightly toned-down Death in Vegas.
8. The Boy Least Likely To - "I Box Up All the Butterflies" [MP3]
Pure joy.
9. Islands - "Don't Call Me Whitney, Bobby"
In the spirit of Ween, here's another f----- jam for the masses.
10. The Format - "The First Single"
The perfect single? Pretty damn close.
11. Nirvana - "Very Ape"
The mighty K.C. meant a lot of things to a lot of different people, but I'll always remember him for his intense song structures. Fifteen years later and this song hasn't lost one bit of its edge.
12. Weezer - "It's Easy"
For once, Brian Bell gets center stage!
13. JJ72 - "Algeria"
Fact (of the literary kind): Meursault killed an Arab in Algiers. <- Just something to think about when you're caught up in the moment.
14. Seed Math - "Planet Earth"
Anyone for doomsday? Experimental end-of-times fun from Anthony Bennett, the Cars & Trucks/Dames/Bloodstool mastermind.
15. Michael Franti and Spearhead - "Soundsystem"
If you'll remember, I sure liked the "All Rebel Rockers" album. Won't you join me in this politically charged dance party?
16. Kanye West feat. Consequence and Cam'ron - "Gone"
I'm stumped ... how can you put into words musical bliss? I can't get over how amazing this record is. Even the guest shots fit into the impeccable framework of this track.
17. Loudon Wainwright III - "Motel Blues"
A complete 180, I know, but it takes wholly unforgettable storytelling to bump against something like "Gone."
18. Federal Weights and Measures - "Indiana Highway" [Live on Radio K]
Next time you're blazing down the highway, you better be listening to this road anthem. (I'm just full of empty threats, aren't I?)
19. The Long Winters - "Scent of Lime"
Recommended if you like Built to Spill pre-"jam band mode."
20. Jeremy Messersmith - "Franklin Avenue"
Again, I'd like to use a lifeline and refer to one of my Budgeteer CD reviews: Everything that made “Alcatraz” such a revelation — namely Messersmith’s fascination with the late great Elliott Smith’s skill set (see “Franklin Avenue”) — is still present on “The Silver City,” but there’s an extra layer of polish that will help the troubadour reach greater audiences.
21. Sparrow - "This is How it's Done"
Back in the day there was Zumpano. It featured Carl "A.C." Newman and Jason Zumpano. After they called it a day, Newman formed the New Pornographers and Zumpano re-emerged with this oh-so-glorious act. Hail.
Thus concludes your twenty-sixth dose of SHAKE*YOUR*SHORES, the awesome mix tape series formerly known as "Mister Tibbs!" No, wait, that doesn't sound right....
1. Pearl Jam - "Leash"
The most powerful PJ track ever recorded. Really brings me back to my "angst-y" days.
2. Terry Lynn - "Kingstonlogic" [Angry Mix]
Imagine if Basement Jaxx's "Crazy Itch Radio" disc had been overseen by KMFDM's menacing mastermind Sascha K....
3. Del the Funky Homosapien - "Things You Can Do"
Pardon my "French," but I can't f------ believe this is Ice Cube's cousin! Recommended if you miss the playful nature of the Gorillaz debut.
4. Bob Dylan - "Step It Up and Go" [Blind Boy Fuller cover]
The only good thing about the ridiculous film "Just Add Water." Well, besides the stunning Tracy Middendorf, that is.
5. Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank - "Any Decent Dog's Dream"
My CD reviews don't lie: The brothers Alexy strike gold with this lovable Teague-penned composition, which centers around the unspoken bond the musician shares with his dog Diego and some humorous (mis)adventures they have shared in Holyoke, Minn. Maybe it’s just my wife, a proud owner of “The Dog Bible,” rubbing off on me, but I couldn’t help but smile when I heard “Any Decent Dog’s Dream.” As far as storyteller songs go, they don’t get much more heartfelt than this.
6. Zwan - "Baby Let's Rock!"
Say what you want about the "Great Pumpkin," but he's still good for at least a few tracks every couple years.
7. Air - "Alpha Beta Gaga"
For everybody's favorite French duo, this is hard hitting. Like PJ Olsson's "The Whistle Song" meets a slightly toned-down Death in Vegas.
8. The Boy Least Likely To - "I Box Up All the Butterflies" [MP3]
Pure joy.
9. Islands - "Don't Call Me Whitney, Bobby"
In the spirit of Ween, here's another f----- jam for the masses.
10. The Format - "The First Single"
The perfect single? Pretty damn close.
11. Nirvana - "Very Ape"
The mighty K.C. meant a lot of things to a lot of different people, but I'll always remember him for his intense song structures. Fifteen years later and this song hasn't lost one bit of its edge.
12. Weezer - "It's Easy"
For once, Brian Bell gets center stage!
13. JJ72 - "Algeria"
Fact (of the literary kind): Meursault killed an Arab in Algiers. <- Just something to think about when you're caught up in the moment.
14. Seed Math - "Planet Earth"
Anyone for doomsday? Experimental end-of-times fun from Anthony Bennett, the Cars & Trucks/Dames/Bloodstool mastermind.
15. Michael Franti and Spearhead - "Soundsystem"
If you'll remember, I sure liked the "All Rebel Rockers" album. Won't you join me in this politically charged dance party?
16. Kanye West feat. Consequence and Cam'ron - "Gone"
I'm stumped ... how can you put into words musical bliss? I can't get over how amazing this record is. Even the guest shots fit into the impeccable framework of this track.
17. Loudon Wainwright III - "Motel Blues"
A complete 180, I know, but it takes wholly unforgettable storytelling to bump against something like "Gone."
18. Federal Weights and Measures - "Indiana Highway" [Live on Radio K]
Next time you're blazing down the highway, you better be listening to this road anthem. (I'm just full of empty threats, aren't I?)
19. The Long Winters - "Scent of Lime"
Recommended if you like Built to Spill pre-"jam band mode."
20. Jeremy Messersmith - "Franklin Avenue"
Again, I'd like to use a lifeline and refer to one of my Budgeteer CD reviews: Everything that made “Alcatraz” such a revelation — namely Messersmith’s fascination with the late great Elliott Smith’s skill set (see “Franklin Avenue”) — is still present on “The Silver City,” but there’s an extra layer of polish that will help the troubadour reach greater audiences.
21. Sparrow - "This is How it's Done"
Back in the day there was Zumpano. It featured Carl "A.C." Newman and Jason Zumpano. After they called it a day, Newman formed the New Pornographers and Zumpano re-emerged with this oh-so-glorious act. Hail.
Thus concludes your twenty-sixth dose of SHAKE*YOUR*SHORES, the awesome mix tape series formerly known as "Mister Tibbs!" No, wait, that doesn't sound right....
Friday, October 10, 2008
'... So we got drunk and played our best set ever to nobody'
That's Tony Derrick's take on one of Giljunko's most infamous shows. But I wasn't talking to him solely about that group; we were actually discussing (for the most part) his new group, the Tisdales, which he founded with former Glenrustles/Ol' Yeller frontman Rich Mattson. The two are rounded out in their "post old-school" outfit by Jason “Kokes” Kokal (one of Derrick’s Hotel Coral Essex bandmates) and Derek Rolando (the Six 9’s, occassional Marc Gartman session man). Read all about 'em in "Ladies and Gentlemen ... the Tisdales!"
Elsewhere in the bin...
"Baby, White Light Riot's Makin' It" :: No matter what your definition of “making it” is, sharing a bill with rock legends is surely part of the equation. And that’s just what White Light Riot did last month when they played a Beatles tribute show with Badfinger.
"CD Reviews: Kritical Kontact, Jake One and Cecil Otter" :: It's a hip-hop record review BLOWOUT: Kritical Kontact's ready-for-the-primetime "Evolution of Revolution"; Jake One's Rhymesayers debut, "White Van Music"; and one of the latest Doomtree records, Cecil Otter's "Rebel Yellow."
Finally, "Haunted Duluth '08: Run for the Hills!" features this week's cover shot, "Romero Scream/Back of a Taxi" -- one of my favorite shots in some time.
Thus concludes THIS WEEK'S SHAMELESS BUDGETEER PLUG!
Elsewhere in the bin...
"Baby, White Light Riot's Makin' It" :: No matter what your definition of “making it” is, sharing a bill with rock legends is surely part of the equation. And that’s just what White Light Riot did last month when they played a Beatles tribute show with Badfinger.
"CD Reviews: Kritical Kontact, Jake One and Cecil Otter" :: It's a hip-hop record review BLOWOUT: Kritical Kontact's ready-for-the-primetime "Evolution of Revolution"; Jake One's Rhymesayers debut, "White Van Music"; and one of the latest Doomtree records, Cecil Otter's "Rebel Yellow."
Finally, "Haunted Duluth '08: Run for the Hills!" features this week's cover shot, "Romero Scream/Back of a Taxi" -- one of my favorite shots in some time.
Thus concludes THIS WEEK'S SHAMELESS BUDGETEER PLUG!
sys25 :: THE WORLD WOULD BE BETTER OFF IN SAND
Overheard in Epitaph's weekly newsletter: "I'm sitting at my desk listening to my boss, Brett, put together his sequence for the new Vanna record. I didn't realize the importance of a really good sequence, especially on 'harder' records. You tend to put the best songs in the beginning because you want to capture the audience instantly. And then you want to make sure it 'flows' well. That all of the transitions are perfect and seamless. It's one of those things that most people overlook, and take for granted."
1. White Light Riot - "Choice Theory"
What I said then: "'Choice Theory' is as rambunctious and fun as anything the Plastic Constellations have put out there." What I'm saying now: Word. (In other news, I recently got to interview lead guitarist Joe Christenson for Duluth's Budgeteer News. Check out "Baby, White Light Riot's Makin' It" if you get a chance.)
2. Number One Common - "The Acid Reflux"
These guys are tons of fun live. Quite enjoyed this one when they played with Malec and Screaming Mechanical Brain at Norm's two weeks back, and something tells me I'll be hearing this one again tomorrow night/later today when they share a bill with Kritical Kontact and Tiger Blue Death Squad. (Speaking of Kritical Kontact/pimping myself out, this week's Budge also features one of the first reviews of the local hip-hop act's latest, "Evolution of Revolution." Check it out.)
3. David Bowie - "Blue Jean"
I'll admit, it took some time for the Chameleon of Pop's '80s output to grow on me; but, once it did, there was no turning back.
4. Angela Desveaux - "Sure Enough" [MP3]
She might've grown up in Cape Breton, but this doesn't sound anything like McInnis' Kitchen, Double Fiddles (my cousin Nori's side project with some of the MK folks), etc.
5. The Silversun Pickups - "Lazy Eye"
Recommended if you like "Pisces Iscariot," but if, and only if, it's your favorite Smashing Pumpkins release. And the Frogs -- you probably gotta like those Milwaukee boys as well. Just kidding; this is practically the antithesis of lo-fi. My oh my it's getting late....
6. The Boy Least Likely To - "Be Gentle with Me"
Thanks, Tina Fey, for introducing me to this gorgeous track in "Baby Mama."
7. Beastie Boys - "Hey Ladies"
Here too -- it had been a really long time since I'd listened to this "Paul's Boutique" centerpiece.
8. A-Trak - "Knucklehead" [MP3]
Kind of a spiritual successor to "Hey Ladies," but far less over-exposed.
9. Jake One feat. Freeway and Brother Ali - "The Truth" [MP3]
Despite what I said in my review of "White Van Music," Jake One is still a terrific producer and, if you can just get past Freeway's contributions here, "The Truth" is a worthy addition to your mix tapes as well.
10. Kanye West - "Impossible"
A random contribution to one of Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible" films that's genuinely worth seeking out.
11. [REDACTED] - "[REDACTED]"
Seriously, now ... if every music geek were granted a "free pass" for guilty pleasures, I'd happily use mine on [REDACTED], the group formerly known as [REDACTED]. For fans of [REDACTED] -- you know, the Duluth group that the [REDACTED]'s [REDACTED] can't [EXPLETIVE DELETED]-ing shut up about.
12. Spiritualized - "I Gotta Fire"
Another hearty round of applause for Walt Dizzo, KUWS's resident superstar DJ, for introducing me to this amazing group. I mean, I've heard about Spiritualized for years, but I had always *assumed* it was something lame, like Faithless.
13. Wilco feat. Fleet Foxes - "I Shall Be Released" [Bob Dylan cover] [LIVE]
This gorgeous track is free for the taking from Wilco's Web site if you pledge to vote in the upcoming election: "Such tumultuous times. And in the spirit of giveaways that seem to be sweeping the nation, we've got something free for you. No, it's not a pile of cash (sorry), but rather an audio postcard of sorts from a summer's night in Oregon with our friends the Fleet Foxes and a lovely Bob Dylan tune."
14. Cracker - "Duty Free"
No matter how hard I "crush" on these guys, I never get sick of them, and, better yet, I keep on discovering tracks that are "positively the best Cracker song yet." So far there's about four dozen of those suckers floating around in my mind....
15. Bob Dylan - "Mississippi" [Original "Time Out of Mind" vers.] [MP3]
Oh, the mastery!
16. Urge Overkill - "Take a Walk"
Similar to the Cracker situation, I could easily cram a few thousand tracks into my "Top 100 Songs of All Time" list. That said, this is one of 'em. A classic in every sense.
17. Better than Ezra - "Desperately Wanting"
I recently rediscovered this group, which I assumed -- there I go again with that nasty word... -- had fallen off the face of the earth after "Good." So, so wrong.
18. Michael Franti and Spearhead - "Yell Fire!" [MP3]
I was really disheartened yesterday when I found out my "friend" dismissed Spearhead as a reggae group. Seriously, why would anyone want to hate on Spearhead? I kid; everyone's free to dig whatever they want.
19. TV on the Radio - "DLZ"
I wasn't terribly impressed with the new disc, but this track is the TVOTR I've known for so many years. Perhaps a few more spins and the rest'll "click" for me.
Thus concludes your twenty-fifth dose of SHAKE*YOUR*SHORES, the awesome mix tape series formerly known as Don't Tell a Soul.
1. White Light Riot - "Choice Theory"
What I said then: "'Choice Theory' is as rambunctious and fun as anything the Plastic Constellations have put out there." What I'm saying now: Word. (In other news, I recently got to interview lead guitarist Joe Christenson for Duluth's Budgeteer News. Check out "Baby, White Light Riot's Makin' It" if you get a chance.)
2. Number One Common - "The Acid Reflux"
These guys are tons of fun live. Quite enjoyed this one when they played with Malec and Screaming Mechanical Brain at Norm's two weeks back, and something tells me I'll be hearing this one again tomorrow night/later today when they share a bill with Kritical Kontact and Tiger Blue Death Squad. (Speaking of Kritical Kontact/pimping myself out, this week's Budge also features one of the first reviews of the local hip-hop act's latest, "Evolution of Revolution." Check it out.)
3. David Bowie - "Blue Jean"
I'll admit, it took some time for the Chameleon of Pop's '80s output to grow on me; but, once it did, there was no turning back.
4. Angela Desveaux - "Sure Enough" [MP3]
She might've grown up in Cape Breton, but this doesn't sound anything like McInnis' Kitchen, Double Fiddles (my cousin Nori's side project with some of the MK folks), etc.
5. The Silversun Pickups - "Lazy Eye"
Recommended if you like "Pisces Iscariot," but if, and only if, it's your favorite Smashing Pumpkins release. And the Frogs -- you probably gotta like those Milwaukee boys as well. Just kidding; this is practically the antithesis of lo-fi. My oh my it's getting late....
6. The Boy Least Likely To - "Be Gentle with Me"
Thanks, Tina Fey, for introducing me to this gorgeous track in "Baby Mama."
7. Beastie Boys - "Hey Ladies"
Here too -- it had been a really long time since I'd listened to this "Paul's Boutique" centerpiece.
8. A-Trak - "Knucklehead" [MP3]
Kind of a spiritual successor to "Hey Ladies," but far less over-exposed.
9. Jake One feat. Freeway and Brother Ali - "The Truth" [MP3]
Despite what I said in my review of "White Van Music," Jake One is still a terrific producer and, if you can just get past Freeway's contributions here, "The Truth" is a worthy addition to your mix tapes as well.
10. Kanye West - "Impossible"
A random contribution to one of Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible" films that's genuinely worth seeking out.
11. [REDACTED] - "[REDACTED]"
Seriously, now ... if every music geek were granted a "free pass" for guilty pleasures, I'd happily use mine on [REDACTED], the group formerly known as [REDACTED]. For fans of [REDACTED] -- you know, the Duluth group that the [REDACTED]'s [REDACTED] can't [EXPLETIVE DELETED]-ing shut up about.
12. Spiritualized - "I Gotta Fire"
Another hearty round of applause for Walt Dizzo, KUWS's resident superstar DJ, for introducing me to this amazing group. I mean, I've heard about Spiritualized for years, but I had always *assumed* it was something lame, like Faithless.
13. Wilco feat. Fleet Foxes - "I Shall Be Released" [Bob Dylan cover] [LIVE]
This gorgeous track is free for the taking from Wilco's Web site if you pledge to vote in the upcoming election: "Such tumultuous times. And in the spirit of giveaways that seem to be sweeping the nation, we've got something free for you. No, it's not a pile of cash (sorry), but rather an audio postcard of sorts from a summer's night in Oregon with our friends the Fleet Foxes and a lovely Bob Dylan tune."
14. Cracker - "Duty Free"
No matter how hard I "crush" on these guys, I never get sick of them, and, better yet, I keep on discovering tracks that are "positively the best Cracker song yet." So far there's about four dozen of those suckers floating around in my mind....
15. Bob Dylan - "Mississippi" [Original "Time Out of Mind" vers.] [MP3]
Oh, the mastery!
16. Urge Overkill - "Take a Walk"
Similar to the Cracker situation, I could easily cram a few thousand tracks into my "Top 100 Songs of All Time" list. That said, this is one of 'em. A classic in every sense.
17. Better than Ezra - "Desperately Wanting"
I recently rediscovered this group, which I assumed -- there I go again with that nasty word... -- had fallen off the face of the earth after "Good." So, so wrong.
18. Michael Franti and Spearhead - "Yell Fire!" [MP3]
I was really disheartened yesterday when I found out my "friend" dismissed Spearhead as a reggae group. Seriously, why would anyone want to hate on Spearhead? I kid; everyone's free to dig whatever they want.
19. TV on the Radio - "DLZ"
I wasn't terribly impressed with the new disc, but this track is the TVOTR I've known for so many years. Perhaps a few more spins and the rest'll "click" for me.
Thus concludes your twenty-fifth dose of SHAKE*YOUR*SHORES, the awesome mix tape series formerly known as Don't Tell a Soul.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
A&E FYI: Foo Fighters denounce unauthorized use of their music by McCain campaign
Having received confirmed press reports that John McCain has been using Foo Fighters’ “My Hero” as the latest in a number of unauthorized theme songs at his campaign rallies without seeking permission from the band, its management, record label or publisher, Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters have issued the following statement: “This isn’t the first time the McCain campaign has used a song without making any attempt to get approval or permission from the artist. It’s frustrating and infuriating that someone who claims to speak for the American people would repeatedly show such little respect for creativity and intellectual property. The saddest thing about this is that ‘My Hero’ was written as a celebration of the common man and his extraordinary potential. To have it appropriated without our knowledge and used in a manner that perverts the original sentiment of the lyric just tarnishes the song. We hope that the McCain campaign will do the right thing and stop using our song -- and start asking artists’ permission in general!”
~Information courtesy Nasty Little Man PR
Monday, October 6, 2008
'I buy my DVDs used on Amazon, but I never watch them'
That's what Henry Rollins said. To Me. About his myriad film projects. I still can't believe it either. Either/or, make sure to check out what else he had to said during his exclusive Budgeteer interview in "Henry Rollins Continues the 'Recountdown' in Duluth." (Hint: He's bringing his new spoken word tour to Sacred Heart Music Center.)
Elsewhere in the bin...
"Local CD Review BLOWOUT: Yeltzi, Two Many Banjos, the marcgartband and the Hobo Nephews" :: Reviewed this weekend: Yeltzi's "Snow in August," Two Many Banjos' "Give Me Time," the marcgartband's "Me and My Big Ego" and the Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank's "One for the Time Capsule" EP. All good ... what do you know?!
"One Jerk's Opinion: The 2008 Beaner's Songwriter Competition" :: Judge Matthew R. Perrine's – Hey, that's me! – thoughts on the two-song sets from Dustin Ralston, Billy Southern, Sam Dull, Kim Monson, Jason Robuk, George Kaplan, The Tico Three, Drew Anderson, Stephanie Dykema, Mark Blom, Emily Jayne, John Derke, Adam Depre, Greg Tiburzi and Steve Isakson at the fifth annual Beaner's Central songwriting competition (held last Wednesday during One Week Live). DuluthBudgeteer.com exclusive!
"Duluth Gets a Taste of the BFF-Approved Terrordactyls" :: While easy comparisons could be made to labelmates the Pharmacy and occasional tourmates Best Friends Forever – or, to a lesser extent, Madison’s the Buffali – the simplest way to describe the songs cooked up by this Seattle duo is that they're experimental, quirky and fun. DuluthBudgeteer.com exclusive!
"Discover Duluth: Chambers Grove" :: The magnificent views of the river and the rolling hills that surround Fond du Lac's Chambers Grove are at least worthy of a pit stop on your way to nearby Jay Cooke State Park. DuluthBudgeteer.com exclusive!
Finally, this weekend's cover, "Special One," can be viewed here. Yay for fall colors!
Thus concludes THIS WEEK'S (SHAMELESS) BUDGETEER PLUG!
Elsewhere in the bin...
"Local CD Review BLOWOUT: Yeltzi, Two Many Banjos, the marcgartband and the Hobo Nephews" :: Reviewed this weekend: Yeltzi's "Snow in August," Two Many Banjos' "Give Me Time," the marcgartband's "Me and My Big Ego" and the Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank's "One for the Time Capsule" EP. All good ... what do you know?!
"One Jerk's Opinion: The 2008 Beaner's Songwriter Competition" :: Judge Matthew R. Perrine's – Hey, that's me! – thoughts on the two-song sets from Dustin Ralston, Billy Southern, Sam Dull, Kim Monson, Jason Robuk, George Kaplan, The Tico Three, Drew Anderson, Stephanie Dykema, Mark Blom, Emily Jayne, John Derke, Adam Depre, Greg Tiburzi and Steve Isakson at the fifth annual Beaner's Central songwriting competition (held last Wednesday during One Week Live). DuluthBudgeteer.com exclusive!
"Duluth Gets a Taste of the BFF-Approved Terrordactyls" :: While easy comparisons could be made to labelmates the Pharmacy and occasional tourmates Best Friends Forever – or, to a lesser extent, Madison’s the Buffali – the simplest way to describe the songs cooked up by this Seattle duo is that they're experimental, quirky and fun. DuluthBudgeteer.com exclusive!
"Discover Duluth: Chambers Grove" :: The magnificent views of the river and the rolling hills that surround Fond du Lac's Chambers Grove are at least worthy of a pit stop on your way to nearby Jay Cooke State Park. DuluthBudgeteer.com exclusive!
Finally, this weekend's cover, "Special One," can be viewed here. Yay for fall colors!
Thus concludes THIS WEEK'S (SHAMELESS) BUDGETEER PLUG!
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