Tag Archives: Indie Rock

“The most important thing is to capture it well”: An Interview with Jordan Dreyer of La Dispute

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

As the lead singer and lyricist of La Dispute, Jordan Dreyer makes a deep connection with the fans of the band who dig into his lyrics like literature. As a musician, when lyrics end up as tattoos on your fans, you know … Continue reading →

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of Montreal – Paralytic Stalks [Album Review]

Posted on March 8, 2012 by

By Robin Wheeler Remember the funk-charged of Montreal that surfaced on 2010 “False Priest”, partnering with Janelle Monae and Solange Knowles? “Sex Karma,” the latter’s duet with band leader Kevin Barnes, created a lush outer space sex den that would … Continue reading →

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Los Campesinos! shakes the Chicago audience at the Metro [Live Review]

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

By Lauren Smalley When a band writes albums centered around heartbreak, death, failed hook-ups, and misery you might expect the live show to be emotional and dark – with an almost reverential audience. Despite the angsty subject matter of Los … Continue reading →

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Middle Class Fashion – Girl Talk [Album Review]

Posted on February 3, 2012 by

As musical projects go, St. Louis-based Middle Class Fashion falls into the category of what is attainable by shuffling the deck, seeking out new angles and placing trust in the musicians with whom you are working. On January 14, the self-described “weird piano … Continue reading →

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Beirut brings new introspective songs to The Pageant [Preview]

Posted on October 7, 2011 by

Beirut, a musical project led by Santa Fé native Zach Condon, returns to the road this fall with a gorgeous new album that will no doubt capture the imagination of old and new fans alike. In the past the music of Beirut … Continue reading →

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3 Minute Record set to spin at The Royale 8/30

Posted on August 23, 2011 by

Next Tuesday night, 3 Minute Record will pack up some vinyl and head out of the house to serve as DJ to spin some records for you fine people. You are hereby officially invited to join me Tuesday, August 30 … Continue reading →

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3 Minute Record shuffles, tweets through Friday morning

Posted on May 20, 2011 by

In case you missed the Friday morning 3 Minute Record twitter feed I let my iPod mix a Friday shuffle playlist this morning and shared it with my tweeps. Many of my favorite artists made it on to the playlist and covered … Continue reading →

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The Dismemberment Plan – The Metro 2/20/11 Chicago, IL [Live Review]

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

The Washington, D.C. music scene has produced some of the best angular post punk/indie rock of the past 20 years. It seems many of the ’90s “scene darlings” have experienced a recent nostalgic reemergence over the past few years. Shudder … Continue reading →

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Blood Pony – Escapists [Album Review]

Posted on January 21, 2011 by

Began originally as a solo project of singer/guitarist James Walker, Blood Pony has morphed and grown exponentially into a collective project that blurs the lines between rock and folk pulling source material from disparate ends of the genres. Adding a myriad … Continue reading →

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