Aliens on aux: A playlist for your next space odyssey
Caragh McErlean/File
Feeling tired of living on planet Earth? Wishing you could escape to the cosmos? Then this space-themed playlist is for you.
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‘McCartney III’ is the Beatle’s strongest solo album in decades
Your dad’s favorite songwriter adds another eccentric addition to his series of home-recorded albums; it’s the first truly good McCartney record of the 21st century and one of his best in decades.
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Speaking words of wisdom
Cutting Room Floor
Play me a Beatles song, and I’ll still recite the lyrics word-for-word. Sing me a Beatles song and I’ll sing it right back.
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Tunesday: Songs for long drives on windy roads
One of the best times to listen to music is on a long, lonely drive. No limits to how loud you can blast your favorite tunes, no one to judge your music choices — your car transforms into a musical sanctuary.
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Picks of the Week: Love is in the air, and in events taking place in the Bay
So I’m looking forward to The Internet’s new album releasing Friday, “Hive Mind.” Take Monday to catch up on The Internet’s past discography in preparation.
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Ranting on the Grammy Awards
I have always hated the Grammys. I hate how the nominees for Album of the Year, Record of the Year and Song of the Year always seem to be reflections of the Top 40 charts. I hate that Lou Reed, the Band, Talking Heads, Notorious B.I.G., Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin,
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Picks of the Week: Muppets, McCartney and Matt Ritchie
“The Muppet Movie” screening at Castro Theatre The Castro Theatre will screen “The Muppet Movie” as part of their 35th Anniversary Family Matinee. Dave Goelz, the voice behind Gonzo the Great, will make an appearance, taking part in a Q&A forum at the screening. The event begins at 11:00 a.m.
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Outside Lands announces 2013 Lineup
Outside Lands is normally known for its stellar lineup of a wide variety of artists, and this year’s is no exception. Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nine Inch Nails, Phoenix and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs are heavy hitters this time around. However, this year has arguably the biggest headliner since Radiohead
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This Week in Sound: 2012 Grammys Edition
So guys, about last night… Yup, the Grammys have come and gone once again this year. We got to see everything from the dance party led by David Guetta and Deadmau5 to the Beach Boys reunion performance, to Chris Brown dancing around on stage with some flying squirrels — I
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This Week in Sound: Rearmed, Remixed, and Revamped
Welcome back to your favorite neighborhood music blog! I know, it must have been hard without it, but This Week in Sound is back and with a new local focus. You’ll still get all your general news on CD releases, concerts and special events as well, so don’t worry, you’re
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