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robo's picture

Mumford and Sons

I recently bought the new album 'Momford and Sons' and I have to say I think its great.  Kinda of adult alternative folk rock kinda thing.  Here's their web site http://www.mumfordandsons.com/ check'em out.

elvis's picture

Baeble Music Site

Here's a great site for new music.  http://www.baeblemusic.com/  Lots of great video and interviews.  If you like new music you will like this site.

From their 'About' page.

Baeble is focused on indie music. And as many have already recognized, indie music is the Motown of today. Not only is it "cool" to consume, it is simultaneously a demographic, a psychographic, and most importantly, a lifestyle. Like Motown, the term "indie" has evolved from its original meaning (independent music, free from major record labels or distribution chains) to a more comprehensive categorization of styles and tastes. The consumer of such tastes is often referred to as a "hipster", or someone who enjoys consuming a certain subsection of goods deemed "hip". The "hipster" is more than a stereotype; it's a real segment of consumers who enjoy a specific set of aesthetics which includes behaviors and trends, certain clothing and, most notably, indie music. The well-known archetype of "hipster" is an extreme composite of various "hip" lifestyle choices, but most people are some milder, more reasonable variation of these qualities. Indie music is usually the constant, because music is the most accessible, affordable, and simple way to be hip in today's world. It is far easier to manage than appearance or clothing, and cheaper to consume (or have knowledge of) in massive quantities. Indie music is the base level of hipness, and we find it slowly saturating all levels of consumerism in today's market. Thus ad campaigns and television spots are focused on not only compelling imagery to sell products, but the perfect new "indie" tune song to associate with their brand. Breaking a songs' popularity can be just as effective for brand awareness as a quality product. The synergy here has made the indie rock tune a powerful force in today's world.

Music is no longer just a sound; it hasn't been since "Video Killed the Radio Star". In today's world, an artist has an image, a brand, a cohesive package that artists and their managers spend time and effort creating and nurturing. The internet has changed the way this package is molded. Music videos, in today's world of viral marketing, are an incredible asset. One great video, just like a great song before it, can now change a career. With the passing of MTV as a televised music destination (unofficially dormant for years, finally stripping itself of the title in recent times), video pertaining to the music industry has largely shifted towards an online presence. YouTube is saturated with low-quality recordings of artists performing at venues across the country, especially here in New York City. There is a strong demand for this content, but as of yet, very few have made an effort to hold it to a higher standard. Baeble and its high quality exclusive programming have provided this missing element for labels and artists.


Read more: About Baeblemusic http://www.baeblemusic.com/about.aspx#ixzz0qsUl4q9q
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bookie's picture

Latin Jazz Harp

Wow.  Here is a video of a young harp player that is amazing.  Its about 14 minutes and well worth it.
 
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123403785

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gator's picture

harp

That's very cool. Check out the titles on the books of his bookshelves.

elvis's picture

dylan

I hear that the new album by Jakob Dylan is pretty good.  I heard some cuts yesterday and really liked it.  I am going to try it out and let you all know what I think.

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justme's picture

dylan

Yes,  I heard that was good.  Let us know.

walter's picture

dylan

I am also interested in Jakob's new music.

elvis's picture

bad rock and roll

Ok, so I may be getting a little long in the tooth but I listened to 98 rock today and what a waste of air space.   I guess yelling and screaming and banging on your instrument as hard as you can passes for music today.  And they used to get on me for a little wiggle.
By the way that was not me last year in a Walmart parking lot in Iowa.  Walmart?  give me a break, I may be dead but I'm not stupid.

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Why wuold you listen to 98 in

Why wuold you listen to 98 in the first place.  When you can actually understand the lyrics its mostly recycled country music.

Robert Schott's picture

NPR on your PC

If you have not discovered it yet NPR's website has great free music listening.  You can listen to entire concerts for free.   An absolutely great music resource.

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don't forget about

don't forget about pandora.com for creating your own radio mix too!

Robert Schott's picture

Fleet Foxes

Fleet Foxes are a great group.  Highly reccomend them to anyone.   Reminds one of the Shins.  Good adlut rock.