Monthly Archives: October 2011

250 Word Album Review: Dawes – Nothing Is Wrong

Posted on October 30, 2011 by VocalsOnTop

Jackson Browne would be proud. Some records sound like a long lost cousin to another artist, some are direct descendants of other artists. Dawes’ second record Nothing Is Wrong is difficult to not link to Jackson Browne. The music is … Continue reading →

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Concert Review: Drive-By Truckers / Those Darlins in Omaha, NE, 10-26-11

Posted on October 27, 2011 by VocalsOnTop

Concert Review: Drive-By Truckers / Those Darlins at the Slowdown in Omaha, NE, October 26, 2011. The Drive-By Truckers are a sure thing. There is no doubt they will deliver a good show every time you go to see them. … Continue reading →

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Lyric of the Day: Wilco – “Handshake Drugs”

Posted on October 24, 2011 by VocalsOnTop

“It’s okay for you to say what you want from me, I believe that’s the only way for me to be, exactly what you want me to be.” Lyrics by Jeff Tweedy, the song is “Handshake Drugs” from Wilco’s 2004 … Continue reading →

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Career In Album Artwork: The Decemberists

Posted on October 20, 2011 by VocalsOnTop

The Decemberists have a total of 6 proper records out now. They are an extremely good band and are very arty. It is a shame for such an arty band to have below average album covers as I believe they … Continue reading →

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250 Word Album Review: And The Giraffe – Something For Someone

Posted on October 16, 2011 by VocalsOnTop

‘ And The Giraffe is a duo from Florida made up of Nick Roberts and Josh Morris.Their first EP Something for Someone is an atmospheric group of songs. The six tracks are quiet, building songs that never rush to a … Continue reading →

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Concert Review: The Gas Town Lamps / The Factory Workers at the Cafe Acoustic in St. Joseph, MO

Posted on October 15, 2011 by VocalsOnTop

When the leaves turn and the days gets shorter you need something to do. In a market as small as St. Joseph, Missouri, your not going to be able to catch a good band that you have a couple CDs … Continue reading →

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250 Word Album Review: Wilco – The Whole Love

Posted on October 11, 2011 by VocalsOnTop

Wilco’s The Whole Love is their 8th album and is likely the best all-around album you’ll hear all year. Jeff Tweedy and co tend to put out music like this with their eyes closed at this point. Every Wilco record … Continue reading →

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