Everyone is stunned and saddened by the loss of a one of music’s true good guys. As part of The Beastie Boys, MCA was a visionary in music. He helped pioneer hip-hop to the mainstream, while combining it with unique rock sensibilities. He was also the Beasties artistic eye, directing many of their famous music videos and, later in life, working on several documentary films. Beyond music, MCA was also a tireless advocate in the Tibetan independence movement.
We went through our interview archives and found a handful of soundbites where MCA opened up to us about his music, art, and the fans…
1. FUN. / WE ARE YOUNG
2. GOTYE / SOMEBODY THAT I USED TO KNOW
3. THE BLACK KEYS / GOLD ON THE CEILING
4. GROUPLOVE / TONGUE TIED
5. M83 / MIDNIGHT CITY
6. OF MONSTERS AND MEN / LITTLE TALKS
7. NEON TREES / EVERYBODY TALKS
8. AWOLNATION / NOT YOUR FAULT
9. RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS / LOOK AROUND
10. FOSTER THE PEOPLE / DON’T STOP (COLOR ON THE WALLS)
The wombat is a funny looking marsupial. It has short legs, a stubby tail, and only comes out at night. None of these characteristics are applicable to the band The Wombats, though now that you mention it, we’ve never really looked for a tail. Instead, this group specializes in the brand of upbeat indie-rock that gets stuck in your head for days. Check out their new single “Jump Into The Fog” and tell us if you think it sinks or swims…
In case you missed it over the weekend, Gotye did more than just perform on Saturday Night Live. He was also part of one of the funnier skits of the night, making fun of his video for “Somebody That I Used To Know”. Click the link to watch for yourself:
Talented. Epic. Ginger. All words that can be used to describe Florence And The Machine. This week, we present their latest single “No Light, No Light”. Give us your opinion! Does this track sink or does it swim?…
I know, shocking news, right? But seriously, it seems like Courtney has been trying to outdo herself lately. Is she worried some other chick (maybe Nikki Minaj or Lady Gaga) might come along and steal her title as ‘most insane biatch on the planet’? Well, not to fret. By trashing one of the most loved rock stars of our generation, while also fighting with popular children’s characters, Courtney is ensuring her rain as queen crazy will continue…
1. GOTYE / SOMEBODY THAT I USED TO KNOW
2. FUN. / WE ARE YOUNG
3. AWOLNATION / NOT YOUR FAULT
4. GROUPLOVE / TONGUE TIED
5. FOSTER THE PEOPLE / DON’T STOP (COLOR ON THE WALLS)
6. FOO FIGHTERS / THESE DAYS
7. THE BLACK KEYS / LONELY BOY
8. M83 / MIDNIGHT CITY
9. THE BLACK KEYS / GOLD ON THE CEILING
10. RISE AGAINST / SATELLITE
In many legends, the dragon is a fierce, powerful monster – decimating villages, breathing fire, and generally destroying anything in its path. The band Imagine Dragons holds none of those qualities. In fact, we find their upbeat indie-pop happy, uplifting, and downright pleasant. From their latest EP Continued Silence comes a song called “It’s Time” and we want to know what you think of it…
Is it really possible? Trent Reznor, performing on a cheesy 80s TV show, wearing a scrunchy?!? Yep, this video from NIN’s early years is making the rounds online. Pretty funny, considering the amazing legacy this band would go on to create. See the full video and read Trent’s comments about it after the jump…
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