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The Self-Obsessed Songsmith Lou Barlow Returns with 'Goodnight Unknown'new
After Sebadoh and the uninspiring Folk Implosion, Lou Barlow's releasing his second solo album -- and it's nice to have him back.
Tucson Weekly |
Sean Bottai |
10-07-2009 |
Reviews
Toubab Krewe Branches Out with New Instruments and Geographic Influencesnew
In some ways, Toubab Krewe may actually come closer to giving us a sense of West African music than any Putumayo production. In fact, you could say they're the real deal, were it not for what some ethnology snobs might consider a cultural-appropriation problem: The band hails from Asheville, N.C.
Tucson Weekly |
Linda Ray |
10-07-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
The Former Ghosts Have a Long-Distance Relationshipnew
This trio makes beautiful music together, even though they all live in different places.
Tucson Weekly |
Gene Armstrong |
10-07-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Fleurs, Former Ghosts
'Zombieland' May Not Match 'Shaun of the Dead,' but it's Sure Entertainingnew
While the film loses some steam before its lackluster amusement-park ending, there are enough laughs and old-fashioned zombie kills to keep even the most casual fans of the horror-comedy genre happy.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
10-07-2009 |
Reviews
In His Biofuels-Promoting Doc 'Fuel,' Joshua Tickell Tries to Do Too Muchnew
Joshua Tickell is very serious about biodiesel. Also, he just married a folk singer; he hates pollution; and he has a video camera. In short: Watch out, America, because there's a documentary full of sincerity coming your way.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
10-07-2009 |
Reviews
A Border Project Faces Accusations of Lobbying Pressure and Wasted Moneynew
According to some critics, the push for consolidating services at the Nogales port comes from the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas, a powerful trade group representing 125 produce dealers, brokers and distributors who import Mexican fruits and vegetables. Big money is at stake: In Nogales, produce has grown into a $2 billion industry.
Tucson Weekly |
Tim Vanderpool |
10-07-2009 |
Immigration
Pearl Jam's 'Backspacer' is Most Impressive for Not Making Concessionsnew
With Pearl Jam experiencing a renaissance of late -- aided by 2006's eponymous return to form and a well-deserved live reputation -- the group is moving forward with its loosest album to date.
Tucson Weekly |
Michael Petitti |
09-23-2009 |
Reviews
Tags: Backspacer, Pearl Jam
Phonograph Straddles the Americana/Post-Rock Fencenew
Bands that escape being pigeonholed are often fun and interesting, but in the case of Brooklyn's Phonograph, perhaps only the latter is true.
Tucson Weekly |
Jarret Keene |
09-23-2009 |
Reviews
Tags: Okno, Phonograph
The Dodos' Latest Album is Light and Wickednew
Time to Die sounds careful and calculated, pleasant enough to draw in the listener, but sadly not delivering much else once you're inside.
Tucson Weekly |
Eric Swedlund |
09-23-2009 |
Reviews
Tags: The Dodos, Time to Die
Pink Martini Seeks to Meld World Influences With the Beauty of Old-School American Culturenew
Of his 12-piece band Pink Martini, Thomas M. Lauderdale likes to say, "If the United Nations had a band in 1962, we would be that band."
Tucson Weekly |
Gene Armstrong |
09-23-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
'The Informant!' Cleverly Treats Whistleblower Story Like a Comedynew
Leave it to Steven Soderbergh and Matt Damon to find the wicked humor in something that resulted in the largest antitrust fine in U.S. history at the time, and a lot of bilked international consumers.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
09-23-2009 |
Reviews
Jimmy Page Charms in 'It Might Get Loud'new
While The Edge hates and Jack White poses, Page just revels in music. His face continually lights up as he spins old discs; his 64-year-old body slides into recurring boogie mode; and he shakes and grooves with his guitar like he was still the lean young man in Led Zeppelin.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
09-23-2009 |
Reviews
The Golden Silvers are a Band That Just Wants You to Have a Good Timenew
The debut album from London's Golden Silvers is a melange of Saturday-morning cartoon pop, rock opera and disco dance party.
Tucson Weekly |
Sean Bottai |
09-16-2009 |
Reviews
Tags: Golden Silvers, True Romance
Oh My God Juggles Eccentric Art Rock, Grimy Blues and Pop Songcraftnew
The duo of singer-bassist Billy O'Neill and organist-singer Ig have created a disarmingly emotional statement of 10 songs that explore the struggle and strife of day-to-day living.
Tucson Weekly |
Gene Armstrong |
09-16-2009 |
Reviews
The Fleet Foxes' J. Tillman Makes Dark and Quiet Folk Musicnew
J. Tillman's clear talent in arranging acoustic instruments to draw richness from simplicity and his strong voice make this album pleasing, perfect for a quiet room and watching the twilight fade to darkness.
Tucson Weekly |
Eric Swedlund |
09-16-2009 |
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