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Alan Appears on “Ian Tyson’s PositiveCast”

Author:Nathalia Ribeiro | Mar 8 2010 9:00AM

Ian and Alan discuss the role of music in our lives, longevity, following your dreams, and the benefits of being a geek!


Filed Under: Interviews

My Phone Call with Courtney: A Highlight Reel

Author:Alan Cross | Mar 5 2010 5:00PM
Updated: Mar 5 2010 6:30PM

For the first time in six years, there is new music from Courtney Love. On Wednesday, “Skinny Little Bitch,” the lead single from Nobody’s Daughter was released to radio and a free download.


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Me and Courtney Love at the Chateau Marmont (Audio!)

Author:Alan Cross | Mar 3 2010 12:10PM

Early in the summer of 1998, I was invited down to Hollywood to speak to the band about the new album, Celebrity Skin.


Filed Under: Essential Reading

It's been a big (roughly) year and a half for The Gaslight Anthem.


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An Interview with the Directors of “Until The Light Takes Us”

Author:Andrew the EM intern | Mar 2 2010 7:00AM

“So loaded right off the bat!” says Audrey Ewell with a laugh in response to my first question regarding her film about Norwegian black metal with co-director Aaron Aites.


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Forget about having a second act in your life. Peter Hook has already has several along with several sub-chapters along the way.


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5 Songs You Gotta Hear Today
  1. Jeff Martin

    The World is Calling

    Since the Tea Party disbanded in 2005, their former frontman has been working on a solo career, among other things. The lead single from his first and so far only solo studio album, 2006's Exile and the Kingdom, is reportedly an open letter to the Bush administration.

    Sounds like The Tea Party (you guessed it!), The Doors at their most worldly psychedelic
  2. Hello Beautiful

    Virginia Symphony

    This Whitby band blends punk, rock, and hip hop in a refreshingly unique and engaging way. Soundtrack For Scenario is out now, and keep an ear out for a new album in 2010.

    Sounds like 311, Billy Talent
  3. Think About Life

    Sweet Sixteen

    You might think about life while listening to this Montréal band, but you'll probably be too distracted having a good time.

    Sounds like SLAVE to the SQUAREwave, The Sounds crossed with a light-hearted MGMT
  4. The Rural Alberta Advantage

    Don't Haunt This Place

    Recently signed to Bright Eyes frontman Conor Oberst's record label, Saddle Creek ... catchy Toronto by way of Alberta indie rock ... incredible harmonies!

    Sounds like Ra Ra Riot, Death Cab For Cutie, Hayden
  5. Najuah

    I Don't Wanna Love U

    Toronto six-piece fronted by two sisters. Diverse influences, a rock & roll attitude, and some good grooves give them very broad appeal.

    Sounds like No Doubt stripped of their ska, some time before Gwen went bananas.