Radiohead tells the RIAA to stick it.

Jake here. I mentioned Radiohead's new album nine days ago and downloaded it this morning. This marks a major turning point in the music industry. The band only announced completion of their new album nine days ago and this morning I listened to it. To download it just head to inrainbows.com and name your own price (in pounds). All revenue goes to the band and there is no label to deal with. This is major because Radiohead is one of the most influential bands of the last twenty years and they released, hands down, the best album of the 90s. Such an important band could easily spark a revolution. Nothing would make me happier than all of my favorite bands forgoing a label and distributing their music via their own website and taking in all of the revenue. It's cool that Radiohead let me name my own price but i wouldn't even expect other bands to do the same. I just don't want money going to the record labels. If you don't understand why I don't want to support the record industry, turn on the radio.

Rilo Kiley

For Jakes birthday this year I bought him tickets to Modest Mouse. Last month Modest Mouse played at UVSC and Matt Costa and Rilo Kiley opened for them. I really like Matt Costa and so it was a pleasant surprise that he opened for them. I had never heard of Rilo Kiley but I really liked them and this song. I think Jake is sexist because he did not feel a "girl band" should be opening for Modest Mouse, I on the other hand think they are very talented. Rilo Kiley has two band members who were formerly child actors. Jenny Lewis, main vocals, was in Troop Beverly Hills & The Wizard. Blake Sennett, lead guitar, was in Salute Your Shorts and Boy Meets World. I nicknamed him little man during the show because he is a little man. I went home and was reading about Rilo Kiley and cam across this discovery. I was really excited to tell Jake and he came home that night and was telling me that the guitarist totally looked like the kind on Boy Meets World. I thought it was freakishly weird and funny.

Bats For Lashes

Any of you enjoy the old bike movie RAD? This video reminded me of it. It's also like the modern day Alice in Wonderland with a twist of Halloween delight. The gal is British and rumor has it (my source is Jake) that Thom York loves her. I want to know.

In Rainbows

Jake here. Radiohead fans unite! The new album is officially available for purchase from radiohead.com. The price you ask? Whatever you feel like paying. Seriously. Check it out now and take advantage because this may not last. Download instructions will be sent out on Oct. 10.

Frank Black

Jake here. Anybody remember the Pixies? One of the greatest and most influential rock bands of just previous to my generation; I'll bet most people have heard of them, half of those people have heard Where Is My Mind? and several others have heard more of them. But if you're a fan you should check out Black Francis' solo career. He's released more solo stuff and had less success than he ever did with the Pixies.

Listen to Thalassocracy.

Most Played

Jake here. The Canadian expo is over and I thought I would jump into my iTunes library to see what I've listened to most. The results are 33 1/3% surprising.

1. Mad World - Gary Jules. This is a cover of a Tears For Fears song and it's pretty good I guess, but I can't explain why it's number one. Gary didn't get the pic because he's so ugly.

2. So Says I - The Shins. This one makes more sense and I'm sure everyone would rather see these guys than Gary and his stupid hat.

3. Why Can't I touch It? - Buzzcocks. I'm proud this one made the list.

Wolf Parade

Jake here. Day 3 of the Canadian band extravaganza. These guys also rock but may be more of an acquired taste. I love them and I love Sub Pop.

Listen to My Father's Son and Shine A Light.

Feist

Feist is a former member of Broken Social Scene and I love her. She has just recently received more publicity from being on the Apple ads. Her music makes me happy and puts me in such a good mood every time I listen to her. This rendition on David Letterman is amazing and I love the arm bands the choir in the back are wearing. You should check out the original 1234 video on You Tube. The dancing is awkward, her uni-suit is amazing and it was one continuous shot.

Broken Social Scene

Jake here. I think I may turn this Canadian band thing into a multi-day extravaganza. Next on the list is Broken Social Scene beating Acade Fire's 7 member line-up coming in at 12 in the photo above and at one point consisting of 19. You know what I hate about Canada? The beer and the lakes.

Listen to Stars And Sons and Cause = Time

Arcade Fire

Jake here. Check it, I don't know a whole lot about this band other than I've been listening to them for about a year and a half now and I thought I would share the love. They're from Canada, Toronto I believe, they've got a unique sound and they rock. I saw them perform this song with David Bowie and it was amazing.
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