There are times when you hear an album and it impresses you in such a way that you want to just forget anything else is out there at the moment. Upon ETS friend and Drinkcast personality Michael’s request, I gave new up-and-comer Janelle Monáe’s album, The Archandroid: Suites II and III a whirl. And in …
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Covers Revue, Vol. 39 – Sam Cooke covers "Blowin’ in the Wind" :: Originally by Bob Dylan
Don’t you love when two legends perform the same song? Then you have two amazing versions of a song! Bob Dylan’s renowned song, “Blowin’ in the Wind” is a folk classic. The simple acoustic guitar, harmonica and Dylan’s delivery doesn’t seem like anything more than a guy on a porch in the country, but strong …
Weekly Album Release Party! :: Releases for June 1st, 2010
Welcome to the Weekly Album Release Party! I’m going to be frank, with you guys. This week … sucks. To make up for it, I’ve provided you with more Jesus Juice than usual. You’re welcome. Here are the new releases for Tuesday, June 1st, 2010: Jack Johnson – To The Sea [“You and Your Heart“] …
The Black Keys :: Brothers
Musical duos seem to be more and more common these days with acts like The White Stripes, The Dresden Dolls, The Mars Volta and MGMT. Another great duo is The Black Keys, who just recently released their sixth studio album, Brothers. Brothers is chock full of the obvious blues influences of The Black Keys using …
Covers Revue, Vol. 38 – Killswitch Engage covers “Holy Diver” :: Originally by Dio
Here at ETS, we’re honoring fallen legend Ronnie James Dio, who passed away last week after losing his battle with cancer. As Mailo said, Dio more than held his own and was a big influence on many metal acts today. His song “Holy Diver” starts off with eerie, empty wind-blowing leading into some light organ …
The Enter The Shell Show Companion Blog! :: We'll Shell You Later
Welcome to the Enter The Shell Show Companion Blog! On this week’s show, We’ll Shell You Later, the crew interviews singer/songwriter Arian Saleh! Check out the show to hear his sexy voice … and to hear the sexy voices of Turrtle, Dr. J and Ky tell you all about the happenings of the music world! …
Bartender's Watering Hole :: We'll Shell You Later
Granny’s Mojito Prep Time:Â 6 min. Level:Â Easy Yields:Â One Drink Ingredients: 2 Â 1/4 oz Vodka *Grey Goose 1/2 oz Triple Second *Your Choice 3/4 oz Simple Syrup *2:1 ratio of sugar and water 2 Green Apple Slices *Granny Smith 2 Bright Red Apple Slices *Your choice Apple Cider *Martinelli’s Mint Leaves *4 Muddled – Bunch for Garnish …
Weekly Album Release Party! :: Releases for May 25th, 2010
Ladies and germs, welcome to the Weekly Album Release Party at EnterTheShell.com! Peruse below for some upcoming releases that you may be interested in! It’s a slow week but a week nonetheless. Here are the releases for Tuesday, May 25th, 2010: Stone Temple Pilots – Stone Temple Pilots [“Between the Lines“] Hank Williams III – …
The Dead Weather :: Sea of Cowards
Musician Jack White has a lot on his plate, especially since taking on yet another band and releasing its sophomore album, Sea of Cowards. The lead singer of The White Stripes and The Raconteurs takes a back seat with The Dead Weather, acting as drummer and vocalist. The band takes the raw sound that White …
Covers Revue, Vol. 37 – Club Nouveau covers “Lean on Me” :: Originally by Bill Withers
Do you have a problem? I might understand it. You can lean on me, and we can all lean on Bill Withers. He’ll help us carry on. This he promised us in his hit song, “Lean on Me.” The slow piano, humming and Withers’ plain, echoed voice bring in the song, but his voice gets …