The Current Music Blog: May 11, 2007 Archive

Heart Stopping Sinatra

Posted at 8:14 AM on May 11, 2007 by Dale Connelly (48 Comments)

A study described in today’s Pioneer Press suggests Ipods might have an effect on pacemakers when held too close.
The researchers point out that no one was at risk in the study but at one point a pacemaker temporarily stopped during a Frank Sinatra song. But the scientists neglected to record WHICH Sinatra song did the damage – a point that is of great interest to disc jockeys and heart-assisted Sinatra fans with Ipods.
Morning Show listeners spent some time pondering Frank’s collected works for a likely culprit.
Grace of New Ulm suggested “My Heart Stood Still”.
John nominated "In the Wee Small Hours," which he says is a song that includes “the lowest notes Frank ever sang.”
Warren may have hit the perfect Ipod/pacemaker interaction song with “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”.
What do you think?

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The Stream 05/11/07

Posted at 8:52 AM on May 11, 2007 by Barb Abney (1 Comments)

Prince surprising London yet again.

Have you ever wanted to buy a band? Here's your chance, Rednex are for sale.

Congrats to Connie and Adrian on the birth of the newest member of the Cloud Cult family.

Here's something you don't read about everyday. Fights broke out at the Boston Pops opening night.

New Interpol track reviewed.

Today In Music History:
1888 - Irving Berlin was born.
1941 - Eric Burdon (The Animals) was born.
1947 - Butch Trucks (The Allman Brothers Band) was born.
1965 - Avtar Singh (Cornershop) was born.
1972 - John Lennon claimed he was under surveillance from the FBI when he appeared on the Dick Cavett Show.
1974 - Ryan Adams was born.
1981 - Bob Marley died.
1990 - Ritchie Valens was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (31 years after his death).
2001 - The Black Crowes and Oasis began their "Tour of Brotherly Love".

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Live On Air Blogging 05/11/07

Posted at 9:19 AM on May 11, 2007 by Barb Abney (7 Comments)

11:55 a.m. Sea And Cake
Their first album in four years, Everybody is in stores now. They have upcoming dates with Robbers On High Street, The Zincs and Loney Dear. Their official site has more in-depth info on the new album and a complete list of upcoming dates.

11:45 a.m. Rolling Stones
Have announced upcoming dates and are offering up a virtual ticket.

11:40 a.m. The Cribs
Their new release is Mens Needs, Women's Needs, Whatever will be released stateside on the 22nd.
One of their videos has recently been banned.
Check their official site for more news.

11:30 a.m. Kings Of Leon
Last week they talked with VH1 about life on the road.

11:20 a.m. Arctic Monkeys
Stopped by earlier this week for an in-studio appearance.

11:15 a.m. The Envy Corps
They're touring Europe right now. They'll be supporting the Killers and Editors on portions of the tour. Updated news/dates here.

11:10 a.m. Son Volt
They're playing tonight in Atlanta at The Variety Playhouse.
They'll be playing at The Minneapolis Zoo on August 10th.
Check their site for more dates and news.

10:45 a.m. The National
Boxer won't be available until the 22nd. But if you pre-order it here you'll also get a free 7".
They're playing The 400 Bar in June. More info on their official site.

10:40 a.m. Local Music Request - Mason Jennings
Yesterday I got an email from Blake in Minnetonka. He asked me to play "Ballad For My One True Love" and he wrote..

I've been working with this girl for a few months and always been too yellow-bellied to ask her out. Things just started up between us and we both feel we've known each other for years... It just feels right.

Make your dedication or request online for the launch of Radio Free Current tomorrow night.

10:30 a.m. Rufus Wainwright
Has an in-store signing/apperarance in New York next week.

10:20 a.m. Kate Havnevik
Her new album is called Melankton which translates into “black rose”.
She's currently touring with Air and here are some photos and a review of their recent stop in town.

10:10 Song Of The Day - Local Music - Electric Arc Radio
Today on our Song Of The Day Podcast we're featuring local music from Electric Arc Radio, with "Beauty Is Everywhere" from Electric Arc Radio: Season One Soundtrack.
Hear from them again this Sunday night on The Local Show with Chris Roberts.
Learn more about them here.

9:50 a.m. Local Music - The Honeydogs
They're playing an 18+ show at The Varsity Theater tomorrow night with First Communion Afterparty and Ticklefight.

9:40 a.m. Local Music - Walker Kong
They're playing Art-A-Whirl.
More band info here.
If you're in a local band, you should send The Local Show your music!!

9:30 a.m. Fields
A nice review of their debut, Everything Last Winter.

9:20 a.m. Laura Veirs
She just wrapped up the European tour and is playing dates in the US now.

9:10 a.m. Amy Winehouse
Her reaction to being told that Prince would like to work with her, is priceless (and she says "Minneapolis")
Here's a review of one of her recent US appearances, as well.

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Mama said

Posted at 12:09 PM on May 11, 2007 by Christina Schmitt (1 Comments)

It's Mother's Day this weekend, so don't forget to honor your mother or a curse of a 1000 years is upon you. (Can you tell I was raised Catholic?) When you're not doing that, go to the bar and see local bands.

Tonight at First Ave: Andrew Bird and Dosh. 7:30 p.m. ALL AGES. Check out Andrew Bird's SXSW performance on The Current.

And right next door at the 7th Street Entry: Ben Weaver's CD release show. Listen to Ben Weaver on The Current's The Local Show.

Over at the Turf Club at St. Paul is another CD release party tonight for His Mischief, playing with...bands I talk about all the time. Very cool.

And another CD release party Friday night at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis: Andrew Benon, with guests The Hopefuls and Kubla Khan.

For a Brit pop fix, go to the Triple Rock for England Swings VI. "A dozen bands playing the sweetest British rock ever," including The Alarmists, Landing Gear and the Beatifics.

And if you need your tango fix, or want to develop a tango need, go check out the Mandragora Tango at the Cedar Cultural Center tonight. A free introductory tango lesson starts at 7 p.m. and will be followed by 2 sets of live tango at 8 p.m. ($15 at the door/ $12 in advance).

Saturday night, there's a big show going on at the Turf Club in St. Paul: Japanther, with William Elliott Whitmore, The Plastic Constellations and Superhopper. $5!

Saturday night there's also a fun punk rock FREE show at Memory Lanes with the Clipd Beaks,Hondo and Knife World.

Saturday night, the Honeydogs are playing over at The Varsity Theater in Minneapolis with w/First Communion Afterparty and Ticklefight.

For you hippie types, the Sorry Muthas are also having a CD release party Saturday night at the Eagles Club--the Nest, 2507 E 25th St, Minneapolis. According to City Pages, this band toured with the Grateful Dead back in the day, and this their first record release--ever. The reunion is at AN EAGLE'S CLUB. Get your freak on!

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"My 3 Songs" for Friday

Posted at 1:48 PM on May 11, 2007 by Steve Seel

Plastic -- "the Rasputin of Materials," decries Leif Halverson of Hudson, WI, in setting up today's set. "The detrimental impact of plastics on the environment is becoming increasingly clear. I learned on NPR this morning about the city of San Francisco's commendable move to ban plastic bags. Here're three songs that jumped to my mind pertaining to this insidious synthetic."

1) Captain Beefheart, "Plastic Factory"
2) Radiohead, "Fake Plastic Trees"
3) Andrew Bird, "Plasticities"

A timely set, too, since Mr. Bird is playing at First Avenue tonight. Thanks Leif!