Virgin Mobile Festival's full line-up announced
This summer's festival line-ups have likely caused more than a few people to scratch their heads and wonder if they've somehow been caught in a time warp or kidnapped by Doc and stuffed in a Delorean headed for 1996. Headliners like Portishead, The Verve, Rage Against the Machine, G. Love & the Special Sauce and Love and Rockets have dominated the announcements of many prominent festivals this summer. Now, Baltimore's Virgin Mobile Festival has announced a group of artists that fit snugly in with this pervasive '90s theme. Headliners include the Foo Fighters, The Offspring, Moby, Stone Temple Pilots, Nine... read more
Lebowski Fest to celebrate namesake film's 10th anniversary
Fans from across the country will gather to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Coen Brothers’ film, The Big Lebowski, this summer at the 7th annual Lebowski Fest. The event will take place July 11-12 in Louisville, Ken., kicking off Friday evening with performances by comedian Brian Posehn, comedic Seattle band Pleaseeasaur and a screening of the titular movie. Saturday’s events include a garden party with performances from Mike Doughty, Snow Monster and Everthus the Deadbeats, as well as a bowling party with a guest appearance by actor Jim Hoosier (who played Liam in the film.) The festival got its... read more
Prism Awards celebrate Michael Clayton, Dr. Drew, more
In the words of one Paste staffer, “Who knew there were awards like this, huh?” But the annual Prism Awards, which honor movies and television that most accurately depict mental illness and substance abuse, are a worthy cause for recognition. The Prism Awards began in 1997, and, according to their website, are, “judged by members of the creative community and scientific experts for entertainment value, accessibility of the message, and scientific accuracy.” This year’s awards, sponsored by FX network, the Entertainment Industries Council and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, took place on April 24. The awards gala... read more
Santogold
Santogold’s auspicious debut arrives bearing... read more
Does 'LOL' = 'R.I.P.'?
In 1986, Frank Zappa released a live album entitled Does Humor Belong in Music? Two decades later, it increasingly seems the answer is no... read more
A Fistful of Patton
Since the 1980s, composer/avant-garde musician Mike Patton has explored countless sounds with bands like Mr. Bungle, Faith No More and Fantômas... read more
The Diamond Life
At 67 years old, Neil Diamond says he still hasn’t run out of ideas. But the crooning bard did return to a certain bearded producer for his new album Home Before Dark, the follow-up to Diamond’s credibility-enhancing 12 Songs... read more
X Factor: Lost's Fox is Racer X
Matthew Fox might not be an expert in 1960s cartoons. But when The Wachowski Brothers contacted him about their big-screen take on Speed Racer, he knew he wanted in. “The Wachowskis asked to meet with me. I guess they’re fans of Lost, and they...” read more
Thomas McCarthy
Thomas McCarthy’s first film, The Station Agent, gave top billing to good actors who don’t normally anchor movies... read more
Rustic Merch
Hope For Agoldensummer, a dreamily named Georgia roots-music trio, takes an earthy approach to its merchandise... read more
New ?uest for Roots Drummer
Photography has become a passion for Roots drummer Ahmir “?uestlove” Thompson... read more
Jason and Ivan Reitman unite "Just for Laughs"
The Reitman clan will be having a bit of a family reunion come July 17. Directors Ivan and Jason Reitman, father and son, are scheduled to appear at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal this summer. Set to interview each other, both men will surely have plenty to tell regarding the films they have worked on over the years. Ivan is best known for movies such as Stripes and Ghostbusters, while his son has most recently taken the spotlight by ushering a supreme cast of characters through a little film called Juno. Scheduled to take place July 10-20,... read more
What is Judd Apatow's best project so far?
Announced last week, Get Him to the Greek will be the next movie to receive the Judd Apatow treatment. What is his best project so far? [1339 votes total] Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (27): 2% Kicking & Screaming (10): 1% Superbad (326): 24% Drillbit Taylor (4): 0% Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (55): 4% Forgetting Sarah Marshall (61): 5% Knocked Up (190): 14% The 40-Year-Old Virgin (276): 21% Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgurndy (340): 25% Other (50): 4% Full Results Comments... read more
Band of the Week: Destroyer
If, instead of being a band from Vancouver, Destroyer was a carbon-copy of our planet's solar system, Dan Bejar would be the sun. He would also be the earth, the whales, the grains of sand and the ocean. Sailing atop that ocean there'd be a yacht, and as it glides across a... read more
Paste 43 cover story sneak preview: Scarlett Johansson
Yes, Scarlett Johansson is beautiful in person. It's not an optical illusion or camera tricks or makeup magic or airbrushing. That's usually what people want to know when they find out you've interviewed her. Guys ask if she's real. Girls always—without fail, without hesitation—ask what she was wearing. What can I tell you about her that I don't mention in my June cover story? When answering a question, she'll look past you into space for the words. But then, without warning, she'll lock eyes with you mid-sentence, utterly confident in her ideas, even as they take shape. The most animated... read more
Urban Outfitters brings more Free Yr Radio
Think that your favorite place for clothes shopping is only good for supplying your sweet hipster duds? Well, think again, because Urban Outfitters isn't just into printed T's and cotton dresses. They are also all about supporting the backbone of new and off-the-cuff music: independent radio stations. Teamed up with the Toyota Yaris, the apparel store has launched into their second year of Free Yr Radio, a series of concerts and events that raise money for radio stations that cater to the independent demographic. With 10 shows planned for the May-Oct. season, FYR boasts performances by White Williams, Yeasayer, Simian... read more
Jay Reatard makes pact with Matador, tours violently
Awww... why so pouty, Mr. Reatard? Didn't you hear that Matador Records has snatched you up with a "multi-album worldwide exclusive recording agreement"? For crying out loud, dude, you're rubbing elbows with Mission of Burma and Cat Power now! As previously reported, Matador was already releasing a cool half-dozen of this punk-rock powerhouse's 7" singles. But now it looks like the two parties are set for a longer-term relationship, according to a recent statement from Matador. There are currently plans for Reatard to drop a fresh solo album on the label in early 2009. If that's too long to wait... read more
Oxford Collapse to release limited-edition 7
Look at these guys, all smiley in their summer foliage as we're still rubbing the seasonal affective disorder out of our eyes. Just in time for spring, Brooklyn-based Oxford Collapse is releasing a limited-edition pressing of 500 "Spike of Bensonhurst" 7-inches this month. Bonus: 100 of them will be on sweet orange vinyl. The pressings also include MP3 downloads for both tracks, which were recorded during sessions for the band's upcoming full-length, but are exclusive for this May 13 release. Those interested in pre-ordering in an attempt to secure a special orange copy can make said attempt right here. Oxford... read more
John Hiatt announces Same Old tour dates
Following Paste's swim-trunks-clad editor-in-chief recently catching up with John Hiatt aboard a cruise, the veteran singer-songwriter has confirmed nationwide dates for his upcoming summer tour. Hiatt's new full-length album, Same Old Man, is set for a May 27 release. And if a 30+ year career and being covered by the likes of Bob Dylan and Iggy Pop weren't enough, the Americana Music Association will bestow a Lifetime Achievement Award upon Hiatt this fall. Dates: July 6 - Alexandria, Va. @ The Birchmere 7 - Alexandria, Va. @ The Birchmere 11 - Atlanta, Ga. @ Atlanta Botanical Gardens 12 - Maryville,... read more
The Weepies' Guide to a Happy Life
This unassuming husband/wife duo’s music has graced sitcoms like Grey’s Anatomy and Scrubs, not to mention Sundance hit Friends With Money and major TV ad campaigns. They’ve also collaborated with pop-star-turned-singer/songwriter Mandy Moore, and their... read more
The 20 Best Gadgets of the Decade…
The 17 Best Romantic Comedies This Decade
The 20 Best Live Acts of the…
The 25 Best Movie Performances of the…
Kim Taylor - Days Like this
Blind Pilot - The Story I Heard
B.O.B. - Put Me On
Punch Brothers - Punch Brothers at CMJ
David Bazan - Hard To Be
Anya Marina - Whatever You Like
