Watch Built To Spill Cover New Order, Pavement, The Smiths, Metallica and 9 More
Built To Spill Knows Every Good Song Ever Done By Anybody read more
Found in: Music, NewsListen to Pavement’s Second Show Ever
Sometimes, the Internet does wonderful things like magically presenting us meager web-dwellers with the digitized tapes of Pavement’s second show ever. Recorded on August 12, 1990 at New Jersey’s Maxwell’s club, the 36-minute audio clip has been verified by Matador Records and includes early versions of songs like songs like “Box Elder” and “Home.” Stream the entire tinny, yet glorious set below. ... read more
Found in: Blogs, Awesome of the DayPaste's Sweet 16 Predictions (Based on Musical Alumni)
Rather than rely on the reliable measures like RPI, conference wins and strength of schedule, I've decided to make my 2012 March Madness picks based solely on each school's musical alumni. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayThe 30 Best Coachella Performances
Coachella buzz is ablaze since the lineup came out a few days ago. As you make your 2012 plans, we thought it'd be fun to remember the best performances of the past. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayStephen Malkmus and the Jicks Announce Tour
In case you missed Pavement’s rare reunion performances in 2010, be sure to check out former front man Stephen Malkmus’ solo tour this February for some grimy, sludgy, yelping, indie rock and roll. read more
Found in: Concerts, NewsListen to a New Song from Stephen Malkmus and The Jicks
The new album from former Pavement frontman Stephen Malkmus and his band the Jicks is set to drop Aug. 23 via Matador Records. Adding another level of star-power to the project, Mirror Traffic is produced by Beck, and judging by the jangly “Senator,” it’s safe to say that the LP will easily satisfy Pavement fans. Listen to the track below via Matador Records’ Matablog.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsWatch Pavement on Last Night's Colbert Report
After an 11 year break, we think it’s safe to say Pavement’s reunion was pretty stellar news for classic indie-rock fans young and old.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMatador Finalizes "Lost Weekend" Line-Up
Matador Records is turning 21 this year, so it’s fitting that the label has chosen to celebrate with a weekend of debauchery in Las Vegas.... read more
Found in: Music, News13 Great Songs Sung by Non-Lead Singers
Sometimes, whether it's for the sake of keeping egos in check or otherwise, a band member who doesn't normally sing lead will step up to the mic and magic'll happen. Here's to you, second bananas! Who says the frontmen should have all the glory? read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayPavement Wants You to Play Guitar With Them
When proverbial indie rock gods Pavement announced their impending reunion and extensive tour after an 11-year-long hiatus, the proverbial indie rock Olympus (read: the Internet) nearly caved in with anticipation. Now, Pavement has further smiled upon us mere mortals.... read more
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