What’s been going on in the world of music lately? Read on to get the scoop on your favorite artists, and start some discussion about current music-related events!
__________________________
Amy Winehouse has announced plans to launch a record label of her own in the near future. He first singing? Goddaughter Dionne Bromfield.
Amy Winehouse
____________________________
Joaquin Phoenix, the man who wowed audiences with his unforgettable portrayal of Johnny Cash in Walk The Line is at the center of this week’s most unexpected story in music. The actor is leaving Hollywood behind to pursue a career in music–specifically, hip-hop. Seriously.
____________________________
Check out this fun interview with Gregg Gillis, the man behind Girl Talk, from TheTapeIsNotSticky.com.
Gregg Gillis, of Girl Talk
____________________________
While you’re eagerly waiting for The Virgins to play Madison on Feb 3rd (get tickets here), check out their interview on The Guardian‘s podcast. Also featured? Animal Collective.
____________________________
In reunion news, of which there seems to be no shortage these days, glam rockers Mott The Hoople are reforming for two London shows in celebration of 40 years since the band’s 1969 formation.
____________________________
Have a listen to the latest from Neko Case, “People Got A Lot of Nerve,” off her upcoming album, Middle Cyclone.
Neko Case
____________________________
The folks at BrooklynVegan.com have compiled a list of the best metal of 2008–and preview what’s to come this year.
____________________________
In a revolutionary move to free themselves from the crippling grip of corporate influence, L.A. radio station Indie 103.1 is saying goodbye to the airwaves and hello to the internet.
____________________________
Massively prolific songwriter Ryan Adams announced to much shock that he is done making music. Wanna place bets on how long his musical abstinance actually lasts? I give it a month.
Ryan Adams
____________________________
Gary Kurfirst, the incredibly influential manager, promoter, publisher, producer, and label executive, has passed away.
____________________________
Emusic.com has asked the mothers of some of indie rock’s favorite wiz kids (such as Bon Iver, Beirut, Adam Green, and Les Savy Fav) to comment on the music that their children make. Read what the proud moms had to say!
____________________________
Boy George, who was found guilty of false imprisonment, has been sentenced to 15 months in prision.
Boy George
___________________________
Andrew Bird‘s new album, Noble Beast, is streaming in-full on NPR.org.
Andrew Bird
___________________________
Filed under: Music News & Reviews | Tagged: adam green, Amy Winehouse, Andrew Bird, Animal Collective, beirut, Bon Iver, boy george, dionne bromfield, gary kurfirst, Girl Talk, Gregg Gillis, indie 103.1, interviews, joaquin phoenix, les savy fav, Media Roundup, mott the hoople, mp3s, music news, Neko Case, new album, Preview, Ryan Adams, the virgins | Leave a comment »
