Back to Black for Amy
By riverphoenix in News
"Troubled singer Amy Winehouse, who has battled drink and drug problems, is found dead at her London home at the age of 27", said the BBC. Another genuine talent lost at an early age. Although in the case of Amy, it was unfortunately not a surprise since her problems with drugs and alcohol were
[..continues]Arcade Fire in The Wilderness Downtown
By riverphoenix in News
You've probably seen this all over the place or from our twitter account (if not then simply follow us here for the latest news. We are of' course talking about the new Arcade Fire clip for the song We Used to Wait. The clip was produced by Chris Milk and is more of an interactive film meets showc
[..continues]So long our friend…Farewell to Jay Reatard!
By riverphoenix in News
I was right about to make a review of the new album from Vampire Weekend, when I stubbled upon the breaking news. Our beloved punker Jay Reatard (Jimmy Lee Lindsey Jr.) died in his sleep at around 3:30 a.m yesterday (Jan. 13) in his home at Memphis. I simply couldn't believe it. I personally loved h
[..continues]Mika Miko forever (…or not)
By riverphoenix in News
Sad news as it seems...The Californian punkers Mika Miko are calling it a day according to the Los Angeles Times (confirmed by their record label). The root of the problem seems to be "returns to school, new projects, jobs and relationships". Sounds like these youth are giving up simply because they
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R.I.P. Charles Wesley Cooper III
By riverphoenix in News
We just read the news from their MySpace page, that Charles Wesley Cooper (one of the two members of Telefon Tel Aviv) passed away on January 22nd at the age of 31. The message was posted by his partner in music Joshua Eustis. The original announcement can be found here.Telefon Tel Aviv - Stay away
[..continues]Arab Strap
By riverphoenix in News
It's now been more than a year since Aidan and Malcolm decided to split up and although their absence has gone unnoticed by most people, I kind of miss their depressive sound. It was the constant smell of alcohol in all their songs that actually drew me to their music and for that I would like to pa
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