You may know Lou Barlow from his musical exploits: Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh, and The Folk Implosion to name a few. But, did you know that he's a fan of Current?
In a post on Magnet Magazine, Lou shares how he discovered Current, his first impressions, and what got him hooked. Take a look!
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Thanks!You may know Lou Barlow from his musical exploits: Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh, and The Folk... more
David Sides has made a name for himself covering popular songs on his piano. Through covering everything from Coldplay's 'The Scientist' to Lil' Wayne's 'Lollipop', Sides has proven that beautiful music can be made out of just about anything. In less than four years, his videos have been viewed on YouTube over 85 million times. His music is now available on iTunes.David Sides has made a name for himself covering popular songs on his piano. Through... more
I trust you do not believe we are simply going to stop annoying you. Because it's not going to happen. We are El Ka Bong and you are the fans we need.
Folks who watch Current are informed, creative, and intelligent. You are the people that are going to make a difference in the next generation, and we are the musicians who will provide you with the entertainment you need.
Why is music in such a rut?
Its not. People have merely turned off Mtv, Vh1, and even Fuse because its all corporate schaplooey. SuperNews even addressed this. Mtv is sick and dying, and they want you to think music is dying too!!
Dont be fooled by reality shows. Watch Current. Listen to us. Get us on Current so you don't have to do seperate things.
We've been talking about writing to you for a while now, but only recently gathered the chutzpah to sit down and do it. We're all big big fans of Current, and we love how you're incorporating viewers into the shows! Revolutionary!!
Well, getting to the point... we are a band called "El Ka Bong" (based on the Hanna Barbera cartoon, but also an excuse to get people to say bong more often) and we would love for you to check out our music and possibly use it for one of your shows or promos. We're all in our early 20s from Upstate NY and we play a wide variety of music ranging from reggae, latin, rock and jazz to free improvisation drum circle jams, soul, R&B, and funk. We've played with big recording acts such as Donna the Buffalo, John Brown's Body, Umphrey's McGee, Mambo Kings, and Ra Ra Riot and have several festival dates lined up for the summer.
We have recently released our first full length album, and are willing to send one to you free of charge if you are interested. Please forward this message to anyone who may be interested in expanding their mind with a fresh new take on the music scene.
We promise you haven't heard anything like this before. Hope to hear from you!!
Zach Schoonover
El Ka BongHey Blogotheque!!!!!!!
We've been talking about writing to you for a while now,... more
The Wrote & The Writ came out flying along a sidewalk full of cars and bumps and dark shadows. The one song we wondered if it was even worth trying for. I think it came out as a favorite. That dangling shadow and guitar. The little Scottish jig. The look of where the hell are we and where are we going.
Johnny Flynn - The Wrote and the Writ // A Take Away Show from La Blogotheque on Vimeo.The Wrote & The Writ came out flying along a sidewalk full of cars and bumps and dark... more
La Blogotheque are a series of short videos that showcase musical acts performing in what sometimes are uncomfortable places - Arcade Fire in a elevator and Fleet Foxes in an old abandoned building for example.
They're beautifully shot and brilliant to watch and, for me, they've just got even better. Sigur Ros have recorded one and although I wish the cameraman had zoomed out a bit, it's gorgeously intimate and sounds fantastic.La Blogotheque are a series of short videos that showcase musical acts performing in... more
Look at Seasick Steve’s blues, that old man in a vest, listen to his story coming out of his long white beard. When this American dude landed in Paris in the 70s with $10 in his pocket, it was nights under bridges, police vans, women, alcohol, and always his guitar and his blues who saved his life..Look at Seasick Steve’s blues, that old man in a vest, listen to his story coming... more
Current Music Presents La Blogotheque -- the best bands, the strangest locations, and just one take to get it right. On the streets of San Francisco, the Dodos come across a guy playing his accordion on the sidewalk and ask him to join in, completely unplanned and unrehearsed. They later perform on the steps of Macy's in Union Square. Grand Archives plays in the back of their van on the side of the road. Current talks to Chryde, co-creator of La Blogotheque, and Douglas interviews Beirut frontman, Zach Condon.Current Music Presents La Blogotheque -- the best bands, the strangest locations, and... more
In an exclusive take-away show for Current TV, Seattle-based indie rock band, Grand Archives perform their single "George Kaminski" in an unconventional location - the back of a van.In an exclusive take-away show for Current TV, Seattle-based indie rock band, Grand... more
This is the first video of a partnership where Current TV will air exclusive Take Away Shows from La Blogotheque.
La Blogotheque founder Chryde descripes the shooting of the video:
It was in February, before their album was out, before they were praised by Pitchfork and others (including us). They had long hair, they were smiling, living in a van hippie-style, and they waited for Nate Chan and me on the parking lot of a McDonald’s, in an area of San Francisco hamming the flower power nostalgia. Pecknold was excited just like a kid after he found an abandoned gymnasium in a street behind. They played in the grass, hummed while walking. It was the before-the-success band. Carefree, unpressured, no heavy recognition.
Other Take Away shows to follow include The Dodos, Grand Archives, Emily Jane White and Quasi.This is the first video of a partnership where Current TV will air exclusive Take Away... more
Beirut, the Brooklyn-based, indie-Balkan-folk band, was formed after front man Zach Condon dropped out of high school in New Mexico. He traveled to Paris -- where the creators of La Blogotheque grew to be such big fans of the band that they filmed Beirut performing their entire second album, The Flying Club Cup. Current’s Douglas Caballero talks with Zach about how making these one-of-a-kind videos.Beirut, the Brooklyn-based, indie-Balkan-folk band, was formed after front man Zach... more
Before La Blogotheque had a network of producers around the world, they were just two Frenchmen in Paris, Chryde and Vincent Moon. Current talks with Chryde about the first break-out Take-Away Show and how its success affected the band, Grizzly Bear.Before La Blogotheque had a network of producers around the world, they were just two... more
Indie-rock duo The Dodos take to the streets of San Francisco to perform an exclusive La Blogotheque Take-Away Show for Current TV.Indie-rock duo The Dodos take to the streets of San Francisco to perform an exclusive... more
La Blogotheque and Portland, Oregon's indie rock band, Quasi, perform an exclusive Take Away Show for Current TV. They sing "7 Years Gone" outside of Bibliohead Bookstore in San Francisco.La Blogotheque and Portland, Oregon's indie rock band, Quasi, perform an exclusive... more
San Francisco based folk singer-songwriter, Emily Jane White performs an exclusive Blogotheque Take Away Show for Current TV. Emily serenades us with "Liza" at the Sutro Bath ruins in San Francisco.San Francisco based folk singer-songwriter, Emily Jane White performs an exclusive... more
Current TV presents La Blogotheque. In an exclusive partnership with the French phenomenon, Current TV brings you a series of exclusive Take Away Shows featuring your favorite indie artists performing in odd venues. In this first episode, Fleet Foxes give an acoustic performance in an abandoned gymnasium, Emily Jane White serenades us at the Sutro Bath ruins, and Quasi sings in a bookstore. Co-founder, Chryde discusses his love of the take-away shows and discovering great locations. The Kooks' Hugh Harris recalls their take-away show and shares his thoughts on the experience. Plus, get a peak at other virals from La Blogotheque's site.Current TV presents La Blogotheque. In an exclusive partnership with the French... more
Chryde, La Blogotheque founder, talks about shooting the Fleet Foxes Take Away Show in San Francisco and how it reminded him of shooting a Beirut Take Away Show with Vincent Moon.Chryde, La Blogotheque founder, talks about shooting the Fleet Foxes Take Away Show in... more
Emanuel, from I'm from Barcelona sings with 20 Parisian people in the streets . That was crazy...Emanuel, from I'm from Barcelona sings with 20 Parisian people in the streets . That... more
