Searching for Clues

What artist doesn’t want attention? Many of them send out hordes of e-mails and MySpace invitations to the point where it nearly seems like

Tesla Boy Do Throwback

When synth-pop was first glorified in the late ‘70s, it was a musical breakthrough in a more than one way. Its introductory development was

The Gift Machine

The term “musical entrepreneur” would seem to apply well to Dave Matthies, but he would likely take none of the credit. Over the past

Strand of Oaks Leave Ruin

Throughout their educational career, one often comes across a teacher or professor that leaves a durable mark on their future. These could either be

Dan Auerbach Keeps It Hid

Seeing a successful solo project originate from a duo is not all that surprising. When a group revolves around the vision and talents of

Best Albums of 2008: #30 to #21

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Best Albums of 2008: #40 to #31

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