When we first got word last spring that Vieux Farka Touré was going to have to cancel their 2012 Pickathon appearance, we were heartbroken. The pain was twofold.. First we felt a great deal of sympathy for Vieux, his family, and the peace keeping individuals in his homeland of Mali. Knowing that they were going […]

Today’s video choice tells us two things: 1. Andrew Bird is coming to this years Pickathon and will be on The Woods Stage Friday night and on The Mountain View Stage Saturday night. Two sets, two stages, two days! 2. We need more pinatas at Pickathon. Also, just a reminder and quick ticket update – […]

This upcoming Saturday many of us may find ourselves amongst the rest of the ‘artifact’ hunters out there in the music universe. Going to our favorite local record store(s) and picking up one or a few special releases that found their way on our lists. It’s April, and this can only mean we’re getting that […]

This week is going to be a busy one… ending with a big weekend out at Pendarvis Farm for the annual Spring Cleanup Work Party. Which, as of right now it looks like the weather wants to cooperate and that’s always a good sign. Maybe we’ll see you there… And as far as what’s in […]

Thank the powers that be for the one and only KEXP. Their studio sessions consistently consume many of our viewing hours during the week and it is almost daily that we are reminded of how great their taste is. Today, our taste is for Louisiana, and right now there is nothing as hot as Cedric […]