John Moschitta, Jr., the world’s fastest talking man sings Michael Jackson’s BAD in 20 seconds.
Rick James’ Super Freak: Metal Edition
Musician and video maker Andy Rehfeldt took the Rick James hit Super Freak and reshaped it from disco funk to hard rock. It works better than you would expect.
Killer Mike Meets George Clinton
The 42-year-old rapper Killer Mike, of Run The Jewels, and the 75-year-old funk legend George Clinton, founder of Parliament and Funkadelic, may be from different generations, but it turns out they have a few things in common: They’ve both created music that seemed commercially risky at first, yet ended up transcending genres and creating a new audience. And they both embrace music as a force for social change.
It also turns out they’ve both owned barbershops — and that’s no coincidence. Both men say the businesses allowed them the financial freedom to take creative risks.
So NPR brought the two of them together at Killer Mike’s SWAG Shop — the Shave Wash And Groom Shop — in Atlanta. They settled in for a wide-ranging conversation that covers everything from barbershop philosophy to the birth of Funkadelic to Clinton’s work with Outkast and other members of the Atlanta hip-hop scene.
Electric Love Blueprint – A History of Electronic Music
Dorthy’s latest print is history of electronic music mapped out to the circuit board of a theremin, one of the world’s first electronic musical instruments.
Their Electric Love Blueprint celebrates over 200 inventors, innovators, artists, composers and musicians who (in our opinion) have been pivotal to the evolution of electronic music, from the invention of the earliest known sound recording device in 1857 to the present day.
The print loosely groups genres, from the obscure Musique Concrète (Pierre Schaeffer) to the better known Krautrock (Kraftwerk, Can, Tangerine Dream, Neu! and Faust), Synthpop (Gary Numan, Human League and Depeche Mode) and Electronica (New Order, Massive Attack, LCD Sound System and Daft Punk).
Key pioneers featured include Léon Theremin, Bob Moog, Karlheinz Stockhausen, BBC Radiophonic Workshop, John Cage, Brian Eno, Aphex Twin and our favourite innovating record labels Mute and Warp.
You can purchase it here.
Bill Murray on Being Obnoxious
“I‘m just an obnoxious guy who can make it appear charming, that’s what they pay me to do”
– Bill Murray in October 1988
T.J. English was tasked with writing a profile of Bill Murray for Irish America magazine. This was around the time Scrooged came out. So he headed out to Murray’s house in New Jersey. The guys sat down and the tape recorder was turned on. Murray’s dog ran about and wrecked a little havoc.
Murray cracked wise on giving back to his mom when he made it big, hijinks on the set of Ghostbusters, the spiritual change that saved him from destruction, and how fame sort of helps with talking to women.
Photo Gallery: One Bad Son with Crown Lands and Fallen Heirs at Toronto’s Phoenix Concert Theatre
All photos by Mini’s Memories. You can contact her at minismemories@hotmail.com
Brett Kissel To Release New Album “We Were That Song” On December 8
Brett Kissel – the CCMA Awards’ reigning Male Artist of the Year – has announced that his brand new studio album “We Were That Song” will be released on December 8.
The album includes a collaboration with Megadeath’s Dave Mustaine on Damn!; a duet with country music icon Charley Pride on Burgers and Fries; and the album’s title track – Brett’s 10th single to reach the top 10 at Canadian country radio. Brett teamed up with Grammy-Award winning producer Luke Wooten (Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Chris Stapleton) and long-time collaborator Bart McKay (multiple CCMA Award Winner), as well as Kissel’s own bandmates – Justin Kudding, Spencer Cheyne, and Matty McKay.
Last month, Brett announced details of a three-month Canadian tour beginning in January (see full list of dates below).
10-time CCMA Award winner Brett Kissel saw his first two major label studio albums earn Gold status – 2013’s Started With A Song and 2015’s Pick Me Up. His 2014 JUNO Award win for Breakthrough Artist of the Year marked the first time in 17 years that a country act took home this accolade. Brett has opened for the likes of Garth Brooks and Brad Paisley and crossed the country last winter on a sold-out, 19-date headlining tour. In 2016, Brett was the recipient of the Allan Slaight Honor from Canada’s Walk of Fame (previously presented to Drake, Shawn Mendes and The Weeknd), and was recognized as the International Artist of the Year at the Worldwide Radio Summit (an honour previously bestowed upon Ed Sheeran and Adele).
We Were That Song track list:
1 – We Were That Song
2 – Anthem
3 – Guitars And Gasoline
4 – Nights In The Sun (feat. Grandpa Bear)
5 – Between You And Me
6 – That’s How The World Ends
7 – Slow Me Down
8 – Cecilia
9 – Shootin’ It
10 – Damn! (feat. Dave Mustaine)
11 – Drink Cuss or Fish
12 – God Made Daughters
13 – Burgers and Fries (feat. Charley Pride)
We Were That Song tour dates:
January 13 – Deerfoot Casino – Calgary, AB
January 15 – The Esplanade – Medicine Hat, AB
January 17 and 18 – Vic Juba Community Theatre – Lloydminster, AB
January 19 – Sheraton Special Events Centre – Red Deer, AB
January 20 – Private Event – Calgary, AB
January 23 – Living Sky Casino – Swift Current, SK
January 24 – Conexus Arts Centre – Regina, SK
January 25 – Gold Eagle Casino – North Battleford, SK
January 26 – Dakota Dunes Casino – Saskatoon, SK
January 27 – EA Rawlinson Centre – Prince Albert, SK
January 28 – KVC CJVR Performing Arts Centre – Melfort, SK (2 shows)
January 31 – Painted Hand Casino – Yorkton, SK
February 1 – Club Regent Casino – Winnipeg, MB
February 2 – Community Auditorium – Thunder Bay, ON
February 10 – London Music Hall – London, ON
February 11 – Chrysler Theatre – Windsor, ON
February 13 – Academy Theatre – Lindsay, ON
February 14 – TBA – Ottawa, ON
February 15 – Empire Theatre – Belleville, ON
February 17 – Danforth Music Hall – Toronto, ON
February 18 – London Music Hall – London, ON
February 19 – Showplace Performance Centre – Peterborough, ON
February 20 – Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts – Brantford, ON
February 21 – Festival Hall – Pembroke, ON
February 22 – Georgian Theatre – Barrie, ON
February 23 – Capitol Theatre – North Bay
February 24 – Fraser Auditorium – Sudbury, ON
February 25 – The Machine Shop – Sault Ste Marie, ON
March 1 – TBA – Calgary, AB
March 4 – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium – Edmonton, AB
March 7 and 8 – The Lido Theatre – Fort – St John, BC
March 9 – Greenview Regional Multiplex – Valleyview, AB
March 10 – Unchagah Hall – Dawson Creek, BC
March 12 – Performing Arts Centre – Vernon, BC
March 13 – Key City Theatre – Cranbrook, BC
March 16 – Trade and Convention Centre – Penticton, BC
March 17 – Chilliwack Cultural Centre – Chilliwack, BC
March 18 – Tidemark Theatre – Campbell River, BC
March 19 – Port Theatre – Nanaimo, BC
March 20, 21 and 22 – Mary Winspear Centre – Sidney, BC
March 23 and 24 – Vogue Theatre – Vancouver, BC
The Xx Are Selling Holiday Sweaters
If you or a friend missed out on seeing The XX this year, how about this little item for the music fan on your list? The xx are selling knitted sweaters — “cosy jumpers” — designed by Romy Madley Croft’s aunt Cheryl Madley.
Beats by Dr. Dre Teams Up With Third Man Records For Limited Edition Headphones On Record Store Day Black Friday
Ahead of Record Store Day Black Friday, Beats by Dr. Dre and Third Man Records announce a limited edition headphone incorporating the independent vinyl label’s bold style with Beats’ signature sound. Both Beats and Third Man came together for this collaboration as part of their shared obsession with innovation, authentic craftsmanship and premium sound.
“Third Man and Beats are two legendary, iconic companies run by true visionary artists. This partnership feels like a perfect fit. We want you to hear music the way it sounds when it’s born in the studio. We capture the warmth on vinyl, and Beats relays it through impeccable fidelity,” Third Man spokesperson and psychedelic stooge Ben Blackwell said. “Also, as someone who wears a lot of black and yellow, these headphones truly complete my ensemble.”
Beats Solo3 Wireless – Third Man Records Limited Edition was designed for the music fan who understands that the tiniest details can make the most profound changes in the listening experience. In addition to full wireless capabilities, the headphone introduces a3.5mm yellow and black braided audio cable with 1/4 stereo plug adaptor for direct turntable plug-in. The 60 inch cord is also ten inches longer than the traditional Beats audio cable, allowing you to comfortably move from your player to finding the next record in your collection.
The design features a matte black headband and ear cups with yellow accents including symbolic three stripes on each side of the band. The look is finished with the Third Man logo placed on the inside left of the headband. Each headphone comes complete with a matching black case adorned with three yellow stripes as well as a special anti-static liner. Honoring our dedication to record collecting (including ownership of a pressing plant in Detroit), the headphone is also accompanied by a collector’s edition, translucent yellow flexi disc of The Raconteur’s debut single, “Level.”
Beats Solo3 Wireless is the next evolution of the already iconic Solo line of on-ear headphones featuring award-winning sound. Compatible with both iOS and Android devices, Solo3 Wireless features Class 1 Bluetooth for optimal connectivity. For iOS 10 users, the Apple W1 chip provides an easy one-step Bluetooth connection and the added ability to toggle seamlessly between iCloud-registered devices. The on-ear, cushioned ear cups are adjustable so you can customize your fit for all-day listening comfort. The headphone’s fast-flowing curves and pivoting ear cups complete this natural fit, designed for optimal comfort and sound delivery. With a 40-hour battery life and Fast Fuel that provides 3 hours of playback after just 5 minutes of charging via the included micro-USB cable, these headphones make for the perfect everyday headphone.
o accompany the release of the collaboration, Beats and Third Man are debuting a new campaign featuring country singer Margo Price that conveys both company’s commitment to the craftsmanship that allows us to hear the music the way the artist intended. Price, whose new record All American Made was released last month, takes a devoted approach to creating music that mirrors what Third Man and Beats celebrate in today’s most ambitious and captivating artists. Price’s campaign will drop ahead of her “Nowhere Fast Tour,” tickets and information available at margoprice.net.
“Music sounds better on vinyl — I think we can all agree on that. It makes total sense to me that my label home, Third Man Records, who cares so much about music sounding alive and warm, would align themselves with a company like Beats, who focuses on the listening experience and making sure you hear the tiniest details that make a record live, breathe and evolve with every spin,” Margo added.
Beats Solo3 Wireless – Third Man Records Limited Edition ($329.95) is available for presale TODAY and will then be available at Third Man Records in Nashville and Detroit starting on Record Store Day Black Friday (November 24th).
Salvador Dali Teaches You How To Speak
From ECHO Magazine, 1960, this issue that included a new way to speak, courtesy of artist Salvador Dali:
“A hilarious discussion between Salvador Dali and Edward Mulhare (who was touring at the time replacing Rex Harrisson as Henry Higgins in the play My Fair Lady) where Dali suggests a new way of intuitively articulating familiar words to make them more interesting. It’s a nice way of making everyday words sound a bit like Kurt Schwitters Ursonate. Mr. Dali urges that after this initial exposure to dalinguistics echo listeners will, with words of their own choosing, employ his methods to strengthen their communicating power. Try it out on your friends today…”
https://youtu.be/vF9HwaOPWj8