Okkervil River Announce Tour Dates
After playing a handful of dates at this month’s SXSW, Okkervil River will take to the road throughout much of June in support of their upcoming release, I Am Very Far. Titus Andronicus, Future Islands, Julianna Barwick, New Villager will all perform in support of the Austin rockers on the trip. In addition to their monthlong North American headlining tour, Will Sheff and company will also open for the Arcade Fire on April 30.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsFourteen Truly Epic Track One Side Ones
Any jerk with a guitar can write an epic song... read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayTitus Andronicus Announces More Tour Dates
Despite losing bassist Ian Graetzer last month, Titus Andronicus will carry on with a reconfigured lineup for its spring tour. While the group had already announced dates with The Pogues, the New Jersey rockers will also team up with Bright Eyes for a five-show run. On top of that, the group has also secured a spot at Coachella in April, as well as several more headlining shows throughout the U.S. Check out a full list of dates below.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe Pogues Take Titus Andronicus on the Road
Celtic-punk rockers The Pogues are returning to the U.S. for a 10-date, six-city tour. The band, who last toured the U.S. in 2009, will be supported on all tour dates by New Jersey punks Titus Andronicus.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMy 10 Favorite Albums of 2010
I spent most of December editing “Best Of” lists at PasteMagazine.com, and while most of those lists were deeply rooted in my opinion, they were a fusion of tastes of various writers and editors who contribute to the website. So here my own thoughts on my favorite albums of 2010…... read more
Found in: Blogs, High GravityTitus Andronicus Loses Bassist Ian Graetzer
According to the band’s website, Titus Andronicus has lost founding member Ian Graetzer. The bassist contributed greatly to the band, helping to form it and managing much of the business aspects since its inception.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe 50 Best Songs of 2010
During the last 12 months, these 50 songs from 50 different artists brought us or joy or enveloped our sadness. Some of these were radio hits, but most either made their mark on the Internet or among those few who heard them. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayThe 20 Best Live Acts of 2010
We tried to bring some objectivity to the countless shows we collectively saw this year, choosing bands and solo performers who consistently left audiences with the feeling that they'd just experienced something special. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayThe 50 Best Albums of 2010
Every day in December, we'll be compiling a new list celebrating the best of the year in pop culture. We begin with the best albums of 2010. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayThe 18 Best Concept Albums of the 21st Century (So Far)
Ziggy Stardust. The Wall. Sgt. Pepper's. The Red-Headed Stranger. The 20th Century set the bar pretty high for concept albums. But 21st is off to a decent start. read more
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