By chris on June 22, 2010
Yes, that’s right. The Rockford has reopened. I can confidently confirm the rumors. I, Mr. Raleighing (whoever that is), am currently continuing to digest a glorious ABC as we speak… along with a pleasant potato salad, half of a house salad, and several Sweetwater 420′s. Yes, my friends, I am happy. From what I can [...]
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By chris on June 20, 2010
One of my favorite Raleigh bands has a release coming out in a few weeks. The Love Language drops “Libraries” July 13 on Carrboro’s Merge Records. This is their second album; their first self-titled album was released in February 2009 and received national attention. I am happy to report two things about their new album. [...]
Posted in Local Music, Music |
By chris on January 31, 2010
Well, it appears that my blog has digressed into an announcement engine for Urban Outfitters compilations. So, in that spirit, here’s the heads up that they have released LSTN #8 which features tracks from indie acts including some of my favorites such as Yeasayer, Beach House, Owen Pallett, and Fanfarlo. As always, the compilation is [...]
Posted in Music |
By chris on October 16, 2009
Sometime recently, Urban Outfitters released the 7th in its series of free compilations featuring up and coming indie acts. This one has some of my recent faves: Girls, The xx, A Place to Bury Strangers, The Dodos, and Islands. They’re releasing these things just about as fast as I can keep up! Enjoy!
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By chris on September 28, 2009
Engadget is reporting that AT&T has brought it’s new Microcell service and device to the Triangle area. Basically, it is a small device that connects to your home broadband connection. Then, your AT&T cell phone can connect to it to place calls using your cell phone plan. For an additional $20 a month, you get [...]
Posted in Miscellaneous, Raleigh |
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