Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Hear This [Audiovisuals]...The Black Keys "Lonley Boy"

Here's the latest single from The Black Keys titled "Lonely Boy."  This is their first release since the highly-acclaimed Brothers album came out in May of last year landing itself in the top tier of most "Best of the Year" lists (always behind My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy- no grudges though) .  Its been a while since we've heard these guys but this song was well worth the wait.  "Lonely Boy" is the first single off their seventh album, titled El Camino, due out on December 6th.   Its much like the same edgy, blues sound the Black Keys are known for, but with a faster tempo.  Overall I love the song and think its just the right amount of new that these guys needed.  Lastly, rumor has it there's one more single to be released before off the album before 12/6 titled "Little Black Submarine," so be on the look out.

+ need new dance moves? look no further 

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Rock 'n Roll the Camera...Pearl Jam Twenty Premiere

Be sure to tune into PBS this Friday, October 21 for the world-wide premiere of Pearl Jam Twenty.  Celebrating and glorifying one of the most prolific bands of rock 'n roll, director Cameron Crowe (Almost Famous, Fast Times At Ridgemont High), follows the band from the beginning through various interviews, concert footage and much more.  Lots of what's seen in the film are rare or previously unseen footage compiled together making it a truly unique and new experience for even the most die-hard Pearl Jam fans.  Check out the trailer below.

Saturday, October 15, 2011

Audiovisuals...Official Video for Best Coast's "Our Deal"


     Although well into October, I thought I would salvage the last few days of good/acceptable weather before plunging into the dark and dreary days of winter by posting something Best Coast.  Labeled as garage rock, garage pop, surf rock and indie, above all, the music of Best Coast can be defined as good old "summer music."  While dropping their debut album, Crazy For You, last summer to rave reviews, the band recently added an official music video to their list, directed by none other than Drew Barrymore.

     As her directorial debut, I got to give Barrymore props for this piece.  Containing elements from "West Side Story" and Romeo and Juliet, this video is more than just a regular, run of the mill MTV music video.  In my opinion, Barrymore's work is more than a music video, its a short film, complete with main characters, a conflict and resolution scenario, and a twist that even David Fincher couldn't devise. All in all, its worth checking out.
+Running Time- 10:39
+Starring- Chloe Moretz, Tyler Posey, Miranda Cosgrove
+Track List (in order)- "Our Deal" "Boyfriend" "Honey" "I Want To"