Earlier this week Chan Marshall released the track listing (and album art) for her upcoming LP, Jukebox. It was previously reported that her next album was to be an all covers sequel of sorts to 2000's The Covers Record. Things change -- the new Cat Power jam . . .
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Like Harvest Moon, and most recently Prairie Wind, (both of which, odes and/or continuations of themes and motifs originating from 1972's Harvest) Neil Young returns to retail shelves next week with Chrome Dreams II; a nod to his mid-seventies album, of the same name, which, sadly, never saw the light of day. In lieu of an intact Chrome Dreams, Young purloined songs from the album scattering them over various projects (see: American Stars ‘N Bars, Rust Never Sleeps).
Neil is quoted as saying Chrome Dreams II is "more like After The Goldrush or Freedom, with different types of songs working together to form a feeling. Now that radio formats are not as influential as they once were, it's easier to release an album that crosses all formats with a message that runs through the whole thing, regardless of the type of song or sound." Speaking of radio formats, when is satellite radio going to give 'ol Shakey his own free-form show a la Bob Dylan and Steve Earle??
What you see below is a bootleg acetate version of what is thought by many to be the original track listing for Chrome Dreams just prior to Young scrapping the project in 1977. A number of the tracks made their way on to various LPs while some remain officially unreleased.
The following wiki excerpt for Chrome Dreams sheds some light: "The version of "Powderfinger" included is the original acoustic demo, while the "Sedan Delivery" featured is at a slower pace than the Rust Never Sleeps take and contains an additional verse. "Pocahontas" is the same version heard on Rust Never Sleeps without overdubs. "Hold Back the Tears" is a radically different take compared to the one that appears on American Stars 'N Bars, also featuring additional lyrics. "Too Far Gone" would not see release until 1989's Freedom."
Previously: Neil Young :: Dead Man (OST)
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MP3: Neil Young :: Pocahontas (chrome dreams version)
MP3: Neil Young :: Will To Love (chrome dreams version)
MP3: Neil Young :: Star Of Bethlehem (chrome dreams version)
MP3: Neil Young :: Like A Hurricane (chrome dreams version)
MP3: Neil Young :: Too Far Gone (chrome dreams version)
MP3: Neil Young :: Hold Back The Tears (chrome dreams version)
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Based on their previous release schedule, I would venture to guess that we can expect the next Matador deluxe Pavement reissue sometime within the next 12 - 18 months -- up to bat: 1997's Brighten The Corners. It is around this release that the Pavement 'extras' begin to thin out, me thinks, so I imagine an EP or two, from the era, will contribute to rounding out the set. Same goes for the inevitable Terror Twilight reissue (though I wouldn't toss that Major Leagues EP just yet).
Not that there is a dearth of . . .
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Our weekly two hour show on SIRIUS, channel 26 Left Of Center, can now be heard twice, every Friday - Noon EST and then an encore broadcast at Midnight EST. Below is this week’s playlist.
SIRIUS 20: Dr. Dog - The World May Never Know ++ Richard Swift - Most of What I Know ++ Man Man - I'd Rather Go Blind ++ Paul McCartney - Monkberry Moon . . .
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Not long ago I noticed The Jayhawks 1997, transitional, album, Sound of Lies, was out of print, which surprised the hell out of me.
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It's no secret we love Blair, and are super-excited she's just re-located form her native New Orleans to Los Angeles (look for upcoming live dates). Staying busy, she recently just finished up an EP of covers, including her take on The Replacements "Androgynous," off the Mats 1984 LP become a member or log in.
"You talk like Marlene Dietrich And you dance like Zizi Jeanmaire Your clothes are all made by Balmain And there's diamonds and pearls in your hair, yes there are You live in a fancy apartment Off the Boulevard Saint-Michel Where you keep your Rolling Stones records And a friend of Sacha Distel, yes you do
But where do you go to my lovely When you're alone in your bed Tell me the thoughts that surround you I want to look inside your head, yes I do I've seen all your qualifications . . .
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I recently caught up with Jesse Sykes, of The Sweet Hereafter, on assignment for the Arizona Republic. You can read an excerpt below and the full text, here.
Enveloping oneself in the music of Jesse Sykes, and her band the Sweet Hereafter, can be likened to the aural equivalent of stepping into a become a member or log in.
My first exposure to NYC's Your 33 Black Angels was a screen printed, limited edition, vinyl LP which I had the opportunity to listen to exactly one time, in July, just prior to my turntable breaking. Whatever, shit happens. Not to worry though, as the band has now made their album, Lonely Street, available on compact disc. It's self-released, shows potential, and recommended to fans of Pink Mountaintops and/or nuevo Velvet Underground devotees.
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In a recent interview with L.A.'s Le Switch (playing Spaceland October 18th) the band's Aaron Kyle and Maria DeLuca brought up The Crystals ominous, Phil Spector produced/Carole King penned, hit "He Hit Me (It Felt Like A Kiss)." A fantastic song from a bygone era, the tune was expertly covered by become a member or log in.
For the uninitiated, Dr. Dog is a Philadelphia based indie outfit playing a variation of reverent sounds culled from the what could be described as the fruits of a a dedicated 1970s vinyl enthusiast's collection. We love it. Along with Richard Swift, Dr. Dog is one of our favorite bands right now making this kind of music -- see the MP3s below for a taste.
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Nina Nastasia & Jim White's collaborative LP, You Follow Me, is one that is made up of night time songs -- languid folk flanked by an experimental, jazzy, backbeat. Clocking in at just a touch over 30 minutes, if you're in the right headspace, the album is just about perfect . . .
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August 13th, 2002 Boston, Massachusetts, WERS Radio. Thurston, Lee, and Jim performed acoustic versions of “Empty Page,” “Disconnection Notice” and “Rain on Tin,” before their gig that evening, in support of the Murray Street LP. I was just queuing these up for an upcoming show -- great stuff, download two of the three tracks below.
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Lucero returns to Los Angeles, October 20th, along with Bobby Bare Jr., and we have three pairs of tickets to give away. Want to go? If so, leave your name, a valid email, and your favorite Lucero album in the comments. The winner will be notified by Monday night.
I recently caught up with Lucero front-man, Ben Nichols, on assignment for the Arizona Republic. You can read an excerpt below and the full text, become a member or log in.
Tomorrow night Great Lake Swimmers take the stage at Spaceland -- we'll be in attendance. I recently had an opportunity to catch up with Great Lake Swimmers principle songwriter, and founder, Tony Dekker, on assignment for The Arizona Republic. Below is an excerpt from the interview; click here for the full text.
Also: Last month Great Lake Swimmers . . .
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