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R.I.P. Leroi Moore: 1961-2008
As a veteran of Dave Matthews Band concerts that now run into the double figures, I am completely shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of DMB’s saxophonist Leroi Moore, apparently from complications arising from an ATV accident that occurred in June. I’m struggling to describe what Leroi’s contribution with the band was, not because it was minimal, but because each of the band’s five members contributed so much. It’s hard to imagine the […]
The Infatueighties Countdown: #94: “I Can’t Wait”
Ummm…what to say about Nu Shooz? They were a husband and wife duo from Portland, OR…not exactly a dance music hotbed. However, their biggest hit, 1986’s “I Can’t Wait”, is one of the most memorable dance records of the decade. Makes perfect sense, right?
I don’t know how you can listen to this song and not feel good. The bassline is made for bopping your head (or doing the wop), Valerie Day’s vocal is playful, and […]
New Music In Stores & Online 8/19/08: Staind, Ice Cube, Donavon Frankenreiter and More!!!
Lots of comebacks this week. Let’s get down to business with no further delay:
Staind “The Illusion of Progress”
Staind’s website
Remember when Staind was huge, in like, 2001? Seven years later, lead singer Aaron Lewis and his boys are still mopey and angry, but it’s safe to say that, to quote one of the band’s biggest hits, it’s been a while since anyone really cared. From what I hear, “The Illusion of Progress” is not being heralded as a bold move forward or a jarring change to the band’s sound, which I guess is a good thing, because I can’t picture Staind sounding particularly good sounding like anything other than…Staind. In other words, if you’re already a fan, you’ll probably dig this one. If you’re not, there’ll probably be no need to convert.
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