That’s right iTunes and all you other MP3 sellers. Amazon MP3 expanded from the US to the UK. The big boys are now crowding the scene in that Britpop world. Which begs the question: are indie record labels in trouble? The Wombats – “Lost In The Post” “She was signed, sealed and lost in the… Continue reading Newsflash: “Amazon MP3 launches in the UK”
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Grammy Nominations: Meh.
The nominations for the 51st Grammy Awards are out tonight, and there aren’t a lot of surprises. Adele got a ton of nominations, as did Radiohead, Coldplay, and Robert Plant & Allison Krauss. The full nominations are here, but here are the most interesting (or rather, surprising) parts: -M.I.A.’s “Paper Planes” is nominated for Record… Continue reading Grammy Nominations: Meh.
Update: File Hosting
Knox Road is proud to announce that when you want to download an mp3 you will not have to leave for another website anymore. From now on (not including previous mp3s) you can download the song from right here by right clicking the link and then selecting “save target as” or “download linked file as”. … Continue reading Update: File Hosting
Telograph
Recently introduced to me by a friend (thanks Daniela!), Telograph, a D.C. band, is an up-and-comer in the local and national arena. A rock/pop outfit, Telograph is Arash Ardalan (drums), Andy Boliek (vocals/guitar), Matt Dosberg (bass) and Matt Kenchington (guitar). It is clear from their latest self-titled digital EP that Telograph is looking to create… Continue reading Telograph
Phantom Planet is Finished
I was feeling so sentimental after the Coldplay news I thought I’d stick with the “dunzo” theme and make everyone aware of Phantom Planet’s impending break-up. We all knew things were changing when Jason Schwartzman left, but now it looks like they’re finally finished. Over and out. Phantom Planet – “Anthem” (MP3) Phantom Planet –… Continue reading Phantom Planet is Finished
Newsflash: Coldplay Quitting?
Looks like Chris Martin is hinting at a Coldplay break-up within two years. He says he’s too old. Considering he’s 31, that should make us all feel really good about life. But hey, Coldplay can go on without him… …Or not.