Artist of the Week

Artist of the Week- Meiko

Being a musician in Los Angeles is certainly not easy with the hard work and seemingly endless touring.  Meiko is an LA based singer/songwriter who has been touring to support her self-titled debut album for several years now and because she has worked so hard, we have named her our Artist of the Week. This …

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Artists

The Best Rapper Around: Natalie Portman

When you talk about the world’s greatest rappers, names like B.I.G., 2Pac, Run-DMC, KRS-One, EPMD and Big Daddy Kane immediately come to mind.  There is a new name to add to the mix:  Natalie Portman.  Don’t let this Oscar nominated actress fool you, she has some major street cred!  I heard that she didn’t even …

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Life

Happy Birthday KY

As many of our reader also listen/subscribe to our podcasts, then it is not a shock to know that our very own KY celebrated her 18th birthday.  The show had a lot of energy and it was fun listening to.  I don’t want to name drop, but me and Adam Sandler are pretty tight.  I …

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Artists

A Response to Downloading

Last week the ETS news talked about a fan, Kevin Cogill, being sentenced for 2 months of home confinement, according to Rolling Stone.  The guys talked about this last show, but this all started with Metallica and Napster.  It is a double edged sword.  On one hand, big huge artists like Guns N Roses shouldn’t …

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Musication

Musication: Here, My Dear! by Marvin Gaye

Dr. Justin spoke a few weeks ago about the lack of substance in today’s music.  I responded by adding a section called “Musication,” where I would showcase 5 songs that I felt educated our readers/listeners.  Instead of that showcase, I thought I’d bring to our readers something extra. Marvin Gaye had much success in the …

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Live Shows

Update: Passion Pit

Sara also recently reviewed Passion Pit, they too actually performed with Spinner.  You can click here for their concert performance.  Also, you can subscribe to this podcast and download them into your iPod, iPhone or iPod Touch. Setlist Sleepyhead/ I’ve Got Your Number/ Smile Upon Me/ Live To Tell The Tale/ Interview

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Live Shows

Update: Ida Maria

A quick update on our inagraul Artist of the Week.  She recently performed a set for Spinner and it is in HD.  I have provided a link here.  Enjoy! Setlist: I Like You So Much Better When You’re Naked/Oh My God/ The Morning Light/ Stella/ Forgive Me/ Interview

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Songs We Must Have

Songs We Must Have!

The Phenomenal Handclap Band is a New York Based indie group, with its diversity of an 8 member band!  The song by Lady Tigre “15 to 20” is a catchy song which is sure to be a pleasant listening experience.  This is definately a toe-tapping delight.  In Fact, this band will be in Los Anegeles …

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