I haven’t heard “The B-52′s” in years. Do you remember singing along to that one song right…? LOVE SHACK BABY YA LOVE SHACK or something like that. Anyways, I mildly shocked to find out they are coming out with a new album this month. “FUNPLEX” is due out March 25th and it’s being marketed as “the first record of the 21st century from The B-52s!” hahah awesome. Lets get one thing straight, I’m young, I remember listening to them when I was 15 or so… who knows. “Love Shack” practically always played on the radio and I watched the video a handful of times. I remember thinking they looked kinda old then so you know they’ve aged a bit more over the past 10 + years… but they’re back in the game! I say good for them and I’m sure they still have a large fan base.

Here’s a quote for good measure on the album,

“It’s loud, sexy rock and roll, with the beat pumped up to hot pink,” says guitarist Keith Strickland.

The only problem I have with that quote is the “sexy” part. I’m sorry that I’m not sorry but those chicks are old, and I’m not a cougar hunter.

One last note, there is a REMIX EP out that I’ll try to get my hands on soon featuring CSS, Peaches and Scissor Sisters.

To pre-order: Head HERE

The B-52′s
Myspace | Website

I’ve never been one to get all that excited about whatever new ipod came out. It wasn’t that big of a deal when they went all color screen because I already had an iRiver and it was awesome. The iPod interface has always been the winner. Now things just got interesting. The iPod touch is basically the iPhone – with out the phone. Yeah, all the same features, even wifi web browsing and the multi-touch screen that is freaking awesome in so many ways.

I’m actually excited about it, now I could have an iPhone – without the expensive phone part and the hassle of switch carriers. Starts at $299 for the 8GB version which is right in the top of the sweet spot. $400 would be a little too much, and well anything like this type of product selling at $199 would sell soooo many. Anyways, check em out for yourself.

iPod touch: Website

It first aired on Wednesday but I just heard about it today, any of you seen it? You’ll have to check to see if you have Current TV. If you have digital cable then most likely. I like to watch it every now and then to catch so good “pods” as they like to call them It’s one of the coolest TV stations that I’ve watched… probably because it’s aimed at the 18 – 34 year old market and I fall right in there.

To catch some of The Daily Fix online head to http://current.tv/dailyfix

• Mee Mix:A New Breed of Music Personalization is Born
  Looks interesting but I’m sticking with last.fm for now.
• The Police’s First New York Show in Twenty-Four Years: A Trio Playing In Sync
  What an experience
• Hunter S. Thompson’s Wife Celebrates The Good Doctor In The Gonzo Way

These are just what I found this morning – MAYBE more to come.

Found via Waxy Links which I read everyday and I used to wander the 2+2 forums alot until I ran out of money and time to play poker.

2+2 Forums – Ask a music scene micro celebrity.

kinda wacky. all well i’ll probably do some of this blogging thing very soon.

Quite big news released today that I just read on the tripwire. It turns out that Sea Level Records, home to all lovers of music is closing down at the end of June. Pretty big hit for the LA community but what has to be done must be done.

Todd has posted up the announcement on the Sea Level website.

June 22nd Sea Level going away party at Safari Sams. (details later)

Sea Level: Myspace | Website

I hate you internet explorer and your stupid ways you treat certain graphics.

Fixed things for the time being… I’ll probably be messing with things all the time over the next couple weeks. At least this way you’ll have another new thing to look at.

Yet still, everybody please, browse happy.

The show will be on this Thursday at 9pm (pacific)

For all the good stuff – head to the Rock Honors website.

More after the more…

SOME FEATURED EVENTS

– THURSDAY, MAY 17 –

Rock ‘n’ Roll Bingo

Join rock legend Wayne Kramer of the MC5 as he hosts Crane’s Hollywood Tavern’s monthly Rock ‘n’ Roll Bingo Night. It’s just $5 per bingo card for a chance to win concert tickets, record store gift certificates and much more. All proceeds will go to LifeLab, a community dedicated to helping young adult cancer survivors restart their lives. Then, stick around after bingo for special surprise performances.
Crane’s Hollywood Tavern
1611 N. El Centro Avenue, Hollywood
323-302-2695
6.30pm

www.rocknrollbingo.org

Music: Zero 1 featuring lead singer Hal Sparks

Kick off Rock Honors Week at the Hard Rock Caf� with a special performance by LA based power trio, Zero 1. Featuring lead singer Hal Sparks (Talk Soup, Queer as Folk, VH1 I Love the 80’s, Dude Where’s My Car?), special effects make-up artist Robert Hall on bass, and Miles Loretta on drums. Raffle to benefit VH1 Save the Music with prize pack valued at $1000, as well as other cool Rock Honors prizing.

Hard Rock Cafe
1000 Universal Studios Boulevard
818-622-ROCK

Doors open at 8 pm
Tix: $10 cover
www.HardRock.com

Music: Whitestarr

These Malibu rockers, fronted by Cisco Adler, are already legendary on the L.A. club circuit for their unbridled rock ‘n’ roll revivalism. And this year, Whitestarr plans to crank it up a notch on their very own VH1 reality series, The Rock Life. With a new album in the works, expect to see much more of these guys in 2007.

The Roxy
9009 Sunset Blvd.
310-278-9457

Doors Open 8 p.m.; Show 9 p.m.
Tix $12/$14 day of show
www.myspace.com/theroxy

– FRIDAY, MAY 18 –

Art Exhibition Opening: Robert Knight

Celebrate rock ‘n’ roll with a silent auction of photos taken by Robert Knight and signed by Rock Honors honorees Genesis, Heart, Ozzy Osbourne and ZZ Top. All proceeds go to the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. Also enjoy artwork by rock legends like Ronnie Wood of the Rolling Stones, Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane, Ringo Starr, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix and more.
Gallery 319
319 Wilshire Blvd.

Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
RSVP to 310-899-1499
www.gallery-319.com

– SATURDAY, MAY 19 –

Air Guitar Contest at Bally’s

Learn some moves from Air Guitar champion Fatima Hoang, then put ‘em to the test for our judges (K-LOS’ Cynthia Fox, Gretchen Bonaduce) and you could win a trip to Las Vegas and a one-year membership to Bally Total Fitness’ Hollywood II location. Bring this guide to any Bally Total Fitness location for a pair of two-week guest passes and build the rockin’ hard body of your dreams.

Bally Total Fitness
1628 N. El Centro Ave.
(323) 461-0227
1:00 – 2:30 pm
www.ballytotalfitness.com

Art Exhibition Opening: Steve Joester

British-born rock photographer and mixed media artist Steve Joester premieres his work in L.A. for the first time at Mr. Musichead Rock Art Gallery, which also exhibits work from more than 50 internationally known artists and an amazing collection of rock poster art. Raffle to win official VH1 save the Music Gift Bag, valued at $1000.

Mr. Musichead Rock Art Gallery
7517 W. Sunset Blvd.
323-876-0042
Time: 7pm-10pm
www.mrmusichead.com

Burlesque Show: Ivan Kane’s Royal Jelly

Come watch as three musicians shred and pound through 2 acts and 14 songs, while 5 hot dancers step into the spotlight and out of their clothes. It’ll take you a week just to recover.
Forty Deuce
5574 Melrose Ave.
323-465-4242
Time: 9:30 p.m.
www.fortydeuce.com

– MONDAY, MAY 21 —

Music: Metal Skool at Key Club
These spirited, spandex-clad boys are the ultimate ’80s metal tribute band. Tonight Metal Skool tributes the 2007 VH1 Rock Honors honorees, Genesis, Heart, Ozzy Osbourne, and ZZ Top. So let your feathered bangs fly at the VH1 Rock Honors VIP party in the Plush Lounge. Be sure to listen to KLOS-FM for a chance to win two VIP tickets.
Key Club
9039 Sunset Blvd., W. Hollywood
323-465-4222
Doors: 8:30 p.m.

ALL WEEK LONG…

Guitar Center
VH1 Rock Honors Guitars

VH1 Save The Music, Gibson Musical Instruments and Guitar Center host an exhibition of customized VH1 Rock Honors guitars signed by this year’s Rock Honors honorees. Want a piece of the action? Well, you can enter to win one of your own or bid online May 17 – 27 at vh1auctions.com. All proceeds will benefit the VH1 Save The Music Foundation.
Guitar Center
7425 Sunset Blvd.
323-874-1060
Mon. – Fri. 10 am – 9 pm, Sat. 10 am – 8 pm, Sun. 11 am – 8 pm

This news is like a few days old yet still exciting nonetheless. The Beatles “Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” is being re-recorded to celebrate it’s 40th anniversary. Guess who’s gonna do it? All the cool kids of course. The Killers, Oasis, Razorlight, The Fratellis, Kaiser Chiefs and Travis have been reported. There isn’t really details on which song each artist is doing.

Honestly this is a bit weird to me. I mean who picked these bands to cover one of the biggest bands of all time to celebrate one of the most influential albums of all time. Something honestly just doesn’t sit right with me on this one. Anyways it’s still cool and I want to listen when it’s done. For more infomation of Sgt. Pepper – consult the book of knowledge.

Read the article on NME.com

Spinner has been doing all kinds of great stuff recently. One of them is The Interface podcasts. Great artists, great discussion. I have talked about the Softlightes in the past, here and here. These guys deserve all the attention they can get. “Say No! To Being Cool Say Yes! To Being Happy” has been my go-to album when I don’t know what I want to listen to. So I’m basically saying, I like it, you might too.

Check out The Interface here.

Softlightes: Myspace | Website | Buy on iTunes

Enjoy.

Well here’s to a new week and new set of classes and Spring. This week I may not be posting as much again BUT it’s because I’ll be devoting alot of my time to a new version of MusicGlob. I have ideas and thoughts and hopefully I can put them all into a reality.

Thanks for reading and please stick around because just like Andrew W.K has said, “When It’s Time to Party We Will Party Hard.” This week is party time and it will be hard – and most likely fast.

In the meantime catch up on everybody’s crazy adventures at SXSW 2007. I know there is some good stories out there.

MP3 [for the moment]
Andrew W.K. – Party Hard

Random News Item Today
Fast Company has an article on how “indie” bands like The Arcade Fire and The Shins are utilizing the iTunes music store. It’s a decent quick read.
Check out article here on FastCompany.com

Hey everybody – things are broken a bit all over MusicGlob right now.
I blame it on daylight savings time.

Throne of Blood label launch
Last month MusicGlob favorites The Rapture launched a new record label by the name of Throne of Blood. The label will release some singles and remixes off The Raptures lastest album Pieces of the People We Love. More coming soon I would expect.

New Queens of the Stone Age coming out this year.
The title is rumored to be Era Vulgaris and feature guests Julian Casablancas, Trent Reznor, Mark Lanegan, and Billy Gibbons. I don’t really get excited for new albums all that much anymore unless its a band that I listen to all the time, but you should if you want. Here’s a little behind the scenes video that poped up on the YouTube.

ALSO just a random tid bit but I’m happy to say I am a footnote on Wikipedia! Specifically for the entry on Mika. Somebody was kinda enough to put in my Mika Interview from awhile back. Shoot son.