Brand New Number from Twain

Perhaps no one in the indie spectrum has been on a quicker ascendancy than Twain, particularly after all the praise awarded to Rare Feeling. What I love about this new track is that it’s employing piano work as the song’s backbone, along with some minimal percussive elements. There’s something special about the way those ivory notes sparkle in your ear, especially when matched with the deepened voice of Mt. Davidson. They’ve still got guitar skipping through the background in a shimmering fashion, but the patience to pull in the listener with the piano is something to marvel. This track appears on the new effort The Two EPs, which is being released by Keeled Scales on January 25th.

R.I.P. Levon Helm

I don’t have much to say here.  My busy life as a teacher made me miss this information all day yesterday and I am finding out just now.  It’s a truly sad day in the music world as we say goodbye to one of the greats Levon Helm.  The Washington Post actually has a pretty awesome recap on Helm’s life for those looking to know more about the legend.  Levon, I know that you didn’t necessarily support the way The Last Waltz turned out, but you sound damn good on this song my friend.  You were one of the reasons why I thought singing while I played the drums was cool despite what my friends said.  You will truly be missed.

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RIP Jay Reatard

jayreatardI’ve been following this on Twitter all afternoon, but I’ve seen it confirmed in several locations, so I’m going to express my sadness for the passing of Jay Lindsey of Jay Reatard. Those who know me, know I love his music, and I posted about him any chance I had.  It really is a sad day.   Thanks for the tunes Jay, may you find peace in the hereafter.

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