Showing posts with label leonard cohen. Show all posts
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012

WHAT'S YOUR MUSE? Cats In the Basement

It's time for another edition of "What's Your Muse?"

The concept is simple: We ask a band/artist to choose a song that means a lot/the most to them. Then, they record and send us a video of themselves describing why they chose the song. Think of it like a collaborative video mixtape project.

In this edition, we hear from Cats In the Basement.


Chances are, if you have a ton of cats literally in a basement, things might get a little wild. And while actual cats are characterized by strong personalities that are more than likely open to stirring up conflict -- at least crammed together in a confined space like that of a basement -- these particular cats find a way to mix an eclectic range of tones and styles into one agreeable, refreshing mix that is one of a kind. There are bits of indie rock, jazz, tropical pop, punk, surf rock, pop, and more in their sound, which makes Cats In the Basement a rather exciting and adventurous listen. The Sarasota band's recently released record, DOO BEE DOO LA DEE DAY DUM BE DUM DRINK YOUR BLOOD, showcases an infectious fervor that frames their explosive yet sharp tunes; they are at once wildly energetic and witty.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

LISTEN: Leonard Cohen Shares "Darkness" From His Forthcoming LP


I can only hope that when I am older I have a voice as commanding, deep, and real as Mr. Leonard Cohen's. On "Darkness," that smokey baritone is front and center, just as it should be. Cohen's delivery alone has the strength to carry the song -- I can almost envision it as an a cappella piece. Like he has for years, Cohen makes the dark side of things seem so appealing, or rather so attractive. Melancholy always sounds like the most precious, beautiful thing in the hands of this legend.