Great new-ish band: School of Seven Bells
When Benjamin Curtis left Secret Machines last year, he told Pitchfork that it caused a shit storm with the most devoted of his previous band's…
Atmospheric melancholy bliss: Colonies
I'm a sucker for atmospheric indie rock. There's something about those sweeping soundscapes, melancholy muted vocals and rhythmic guitar solo tangents that burrow their place…
New Lykke Li video: Breaking It Up
A little over an hour ago I blogged here about the breakup of my big iPod obsession, Be Your Own Pet, breaking up. Fortunately, my…
Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band at Neumos
Strolling up to the imposing line situated in front of Neumos Wednesday night (a show that soon sold out), I was greeted not only by…
Photo of the day: Conor at Neumo's (don't look surprised)
Last night's two Conor shows were great. We'll post a photo gallery recap in the next 24 hours with more photos to document the awesomeness.…
Freshly unearthed Les Savy Fav interview–just in time for CHBP!
When the question was put forth towards readers as to who they are excited to see, Les Savy Fav is shaping up to be a…
Flickr photo of the day: No-fi Soul Rebellion
From the TIG Sparkly Indie-Pop Photos group: Forgive me readers, it's been awhile since my last Flickr photo of the day post. You see, I've…
Flickr photo of the day: Wolf Parade
Last night's *surprise* Wolf Parade / Foals show must have been a *surprise* hoot! Anyone feel like filling us in on the *surprise* fun?From the…
Wolf Parade AND Foals tonight!
For a couple of weeks now, Neumo's said they were hosting a show with "Super Special Secret Guests" and the obvious speculation was that it…
We Are Scientists at Neumos
Even though the bill was full of bands from all over (Berkeley, New Zealand, and Brooklyn) the night was packed solid with outrageous talent.The Morning…