Best of 2007: imaginary stella's picks
It’s always odd to revisit what you’ve reviewed over the course of a year. Sometimes, much can change – as after subsequent listenings, you realize…
Exclusive songs benefiting Darfur relief projects
Here's a chance to get some exclusive songs from some of your favorite bands and help a great cause, the crisis in Darfur. The proceeds…
Songs for an autumn mix
I don't know about anywhere else in the country, but autumn came late to New York this year, and now it's finally here just in…
Wear your music
Wondering what to get that music lover in your life? How about a rad recycled bracelet made from guitar strings from Ben Lee ($75), Death…
As Seen on TV: LCD Soundsystem, The Shins, etc.
As the only imaginary girl with cable and a VCR (let's not talk about how many), sometimes I feel it is my duty to let…
Bumbershoot reveals a few bands for their 2007 lineup
Liz and I were just discussing Bumbershoot last night... and this morning they've gone and announced the preliminary lineup, which includes...The Shins, Wu-Tang Clan, Panic!…
The Shins at the Paramount
It's cool to pan on the Shins right now. They're in the place where The Strokes found themselves a few years ago ("Oh, I had…
The Shins at Easy Street Records
"How many people here are skipping school?" asked John Fisher, DJ at 103.7 The Mountain. At least a dozen peeps in the front of the…
The Shins, with Viva Voce
I was excited when I left my apartment on Sunday en route to the Shins show at the Paramount Theatre. I've had their first two…
Wincing the Night Away
Hype is a vengeful mistress, seducing you only to suck you dry when you're finally feeling some amount of security. The opening weeks of 2007…