Tag Archives: Pop

Ben Kweller – Go Fly A Kite [Album Review]

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

On his new album, Go Fly A Kite, Ben Kweller turns in a succinct power pop record filled with nuances that will have you reaching to listen to it again and again.   After a decade of recording and touring in his rear … Continue reading →

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Singer-songwriter Griffin House leaves crowd in love at the Old Rock House [Live Review]

Posted on February 25, 2012 by

The world of popular music is filled with singer-songwriters espousing their emotions and personal experiences in song, but few capture the hearts of fans like Griffin House. The Thursday night show, part of the Old Rock House Listening Series, scheduled … 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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Growing up learning with 3 Minute Records

Posted on January 29, 2012 by

Born and raised in the ’70s and ’80s, my ears were subjected to various different types of music in the households I frequented as a child. Back then the era of the television variety show was still alive — though the … Continue reading →

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Rebelution – Peace of Mind [Album Review]

Posted on January 10, 2012 by

Do genre classifications really apply to 21st century music? After listening to the new album by Santa Barbara’s Rebelution, I am convinced the classic idea of genre is likely passé. With the release of their new album the band have … Continue reading →

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Viva Brother – Darling Buds of May [Video]

Posted on September 12, 2011 by

Every so often you come across a song that for whatever reason just grabs you. Flipping through the tele this morning I stopped on The Cool TV (30.2 in St. Louis) upon hearing a song by a young band from … 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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Funeral Party – The Golden Age of Knowhere [Album Review]

Posted on April 25, 2011 by

Much like a young basketball player using his athletic ability to get out of the dirty, dangerous slums to make a better life for himself, Funeral Party have pulled themselves up by the bootstraps, worked hard at their music and … Continue reading →

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St. Louis Record Collectors Show Recap

Posted on January 10, 2011 by

On Sunday, my friend Tom and I ventured out in the freezing temperatures to go to the St. Louis Record Collectors Show. After paying our $2 admission fee ($1 off with a card or mention of Facebook), we started to … Continue reading →

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