It's been years in the making, but NJ heroes Streetlight Manifesto have finally announced a fall tour for their upcoming DOUBLE album, The Hand That Thieve / The Hand That Thieves, which will be mixed with one part Streetlight and one part Toh Kay. You can preorder it now at the RISC store so you can listen to it on Nov 6th. The tour runs from Oct 16th - Dec 7th and hits pretty much every major city in the country.
Minus The Bear's Infinity Overhead came out today, and is accompanied by a fall tour similar to Streetlight's, starting on Sept 10th and running till Nov 17th. Judging by the sound of "Diamond Lightning", it will be more like Menos el Oso and less like Omni. Hopefully?
There isn't enough time in a week for good movies and music, here's a playlist of the best blues/folk/grass/non-electronic business that's been coming through the speakers.
I was introduced to these guys while on a climbing trip in Nova Scotia. Awesome songwriting and folk-punking from Edmonton. I bet their shows are unbeatable. No download- just buy the whole album, it's great.
Taj Mahal & Etta Baker - "Railroad Bill"
This is currently my favorite traditional song. Etta Baker was one of the most influential female pickers, but Crooked Still does a great job with the vocals.
Chuck Magid - "Butterfly"
Straight from the 407 is Mr. Magid, of Elechronic fame, and this is his newest song and video featuring Kevin Tate and dedicated to Keeley. Nothing but good vibes and good music.
Really, though- being happy is the key to life.
