Why do Germans love Lionel Ritchie so much? Well, it's complicated, but watch this to find out and get your week's dose of music news through pictures and captions. Plus submit your own captions for the pic of the week in the comment section. We'd call it a caption contest, but you don't win anything except for your smug sense of self-satisfaction for making a funny-- but don't let that stop your competitive spirit.Why do Germans love Lionel Ritchie so much? Well, it's complicated, but watch this to... more
In an exclusive Current.com interview, Pharrell Williams breaks down the inspiration for his new online community, http://artst.com. It's not what you're thinking, unless you're making a mash-up of Madison Avenue and the Old Testament.In an exclusive Current.com interview, Pharrell Williams breaks down the inspiration... 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
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
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
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
The Flaming Lips have finally released their long-awaited film debut, Christmas On Mars: A Fantastical Film Freak-out Featuring The Flaming Lips. The film, which took over 7 years to complete, was directed by lead singer Wayne Coyne and stars members of the band as well as Adam Goldberg.
In this special, Wayne Coyne hosts a half hour of Current Music where he discusses the making of the film and soundtrack as well as giving our audience a look at clips from the movie, behind the scenes footage, and other inside thoughts on the themes of the film.
The New York Times wrote that Christmas On Mars is "destined for cult status. Forget the plot, it's about textures: black and white images with psychedelic bursts; dashes of David Lynch, the '70s midnight movie Dark Star and 2001; an echo of The Wizard of Oz; and in a riff on maternity, maybe an iota of The Matrix."The Flaming Lips have finally released their long-awaited film debut, Christmas On... more
Douglas Caballero takes the audience where no camera has gone before and fulfills every Flaming Lips fan's fantasy by dancing on stage with the band dressed as Santa Claus in front of 30,000 people and hanging out backstage with lead singer, Wayne Coyne.Douglas Caballero takes the audience where no camera has gone before and fulfills... more
Up-and-coming rapper, Charles Hamilton takes us through the streets of Harlem and the halls of his old high school to discuss how poverty has affected his life, and his hopes for change following this years' election.Up-and-coming rapper, Charles Hamilton takes us through the streets of Harlem and the... more
Obama inspired his art, and his art is inspiring supporters. Street artist and DJ, Shepard Fairey talks to Douglas Caballero about the positive shift in his work from tagging to political campaigns, and the correlation of his two careers.
Directed by Alex Simmons.Obama inspired his art, and his art is inspiring supporters. Street artist and DJ,... more
Iraqi war vet, now singer-songwriter, Joshua Morrison sits down talk about his music, his inspiration, and his duty as a soldier.Iraqi war vet, now singer-songwriter, Joshua Morrison sits down talk about his music,... more
Chris Walla of Death Cab for Cutie takes us into the Big Tent at the Democratic National Convention to reveal the chaotic swarm of political bloggers and discuss the unprecedented impact of the new media on this year's election news cycle.Chris Walla of Death Cab for Cutie takes us into the Big Tent at the Democratic... more
Jeremy Greenspan of Junior Boys takes us on a tour of his hometown, Hamilton, Ontario, the inspiration and setting for much of their music.Jeremy Greenspan of Junior Boys takes us on a tour of his hometown, Hamilton, Ontario,... more
Weston: Every article I’ve read about you tries to describe your sound. How about you tell us instead - at least that way it will be accurate.
Violens: Generally, we’ve described our sound as spiritual/aggressive, psychedelic/creepy… warm/fuzzy? We hope it’s all those things and more. Our influences are all over the place and obvious at the same time. Violens is a melding of the somewhat contrasting words “violence” and “violins”, and the images and emotions these two words evoke is what we strive to conjure in the music.
W: You’ve been opening for MGMT and Yeasayer, touring now with Grizzly Bear, and will soon be playing with Grand Archives. Pretty diverse, but they all want you - what’s the connection?
V: Much of this is due to the friendships we’ve developed with MGMT and Grizzly Bear (with all of us being local) and the mutual interest in each other’s music. We are fans of both groups and honored to support them. Jorge recently had a great time remixing ‘Time To Pretend’ for MGMT. We just got off a short tour run with them, which was amazing, and we’re looking forward to opening for them on their UK and Ireland tour in November. We don’t know the music of Grand Archives well, but from what we’ve heard, we’re psyched to play the Seaport Music Festival with them.Weston: Every article I’ve read about you tries to describe your sound. How... more
Shot live at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City on Icelandic Independence Day, Sigur Rós @ MoMA is a unique concert film highlighting new material from the band's latest album, "Með suð í eyrum við spilum endalaust", as well as classic Sigur Rós songs. Directed by Alex Simmons.
Track Listing:
Glósoli
Sé Lest
Við spilum endalaust
Sæglópur
Icelandic National Anthem
Inní mér syngur vitleysingur
Hoppípolla
GobbledigookShot live at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City on Icelandic Independence Day,... more
Director James Frost takes a novel approach on the filming of Radiohead's new music video, "House Of Cards," lasers! This is the complete behind the scenes look at the making of the amazing video.Director James Frost takes a novel approach on the filming of Radiohead's new music... more
The Fix catches up with Portishead right before the band's only North American performance of 2008.The Fix catches up with Portishead right before the band's only North American... more
My Morning Jacket give Current an exclusive look at the making of their new album "Evil Urges" and their Texas tour playing new tracks from the record.My Morning Jacket give Current an exclusive look at the making of their new album... more
"Open Windows" is a Current TV exclusive documentary looking at the recording of Death Cab for Cutie's new album "Narrow Stairs," the final days at home in Seattle for the band before they embark on their 2008 tour, and their first shows playing the new songs in front of fans for the first time ever. Featuring interviews and live performance. Shot by Justin Mitchell and Directed by Alex Simmons."Open Windows" is a Current TV exclusive documentary looking at the recording of Death... more
Santogold sits down with the Fix to talk about her launch into the music scene, her collaboration with DJ/Producer Diplo, and her new music video. Plus, Diplo chimes in to give his opinion on the rising musician.Santogold sits down with the Fix to talk about her launch into the music scene, her... more
