The HighLife

Note: Last track "Undergound" not included.

In case you missed it, the record label known as Rhymesayers is putting on a show.  Last Wednesday, at the House of Blues in Boston, the 'When God Gives You Ugly Tour' rolled through to drop some knowledge on a very well schooled mass of fans.  Bringing with them, Attracted to Gods, the one the only the magnificent Brother Ali, and the prolific yet relentless Atmosphere.  If they happen to roll through your town this summer, do yourself a favor and be there.  In that light, here's a little set to give you some inspiration, because i can tell you this much, whether it was the air or the music, everyone at that show was definitely lifted into the... Atmosphere

And now for what could possibly be the next greatest movie of all time.  Featuring the awesome and also from Philadelphia, Bradley Cooper; Ed Helms, better known to you as Andy on The Office; Zach Galifianakis who's recent collab with Fiona Apple (Come on and get it) is one of the funniest/actually-musically-good songs i've ever heard; and i guess the baby too.  Whoever cast this movie should receive some sort of award for their work.  Ok, i'll just stop now.  Recovering soon at a theater near you... The Hangover

This could possibly be the next second greatest movie of all time. Taking you back to a time before time... are a lot of familiar faces.  I'll just let them handle it from here.  Year One

On my last sojourn to the city that never sleeps, i was busy doing what any consciensious visitor to "Rome" would do, not sleep.  We traveled far and wide through the expanse of the burg of William, mostly keeping close to the trail of watering holes for hydration purposes.  As we progressed back to hq in the early hours, we got waylaid by a celebration of backyard proportions.  What happened next was a dance party.  In between the melee, i escaped to the confines of the host crib for a relaxation break.  It was here that i met, Mr. Gordon Kenny of the sweet-shades-wearing -yacht-rock-appreciating tribe.  I fear, though, i can't divulge the origins of his sunglasses awesomeness, you'll just have to track him down yourself.  Regardless, Mr. Kenny is part of a crew of like-minded-shade-wearing gents, Matty "Beans" Aidala and Brendan "Brendo" Parker, who produce sights and sounds for your sensory/dancing/laughing/enjoyment enjoyment (that's not a typo).  You can catch them @ Midnight, Sundays on Long Island Cablevision Ch.20, or on their Youtube or MySpace.  Giving you the bidness two times, here's the inimitable flavor of

Double Wonderful ...



Double Wonderful
TV Show Season 3 Promo
That's the Way
Six Months to the Day
Baby's Yesterday
The Wessman Weather Report
Half the Man
We Are Your Friends
Baby Girl (Live)
Oh Erica (Live)
TV Show Season 3 Promo



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Lights, Camera, Action, Flash!!!  The spotlight is on these Cali dudes.  One of the best albums front to back i've heard all year; this album is an adventure of sonically massive proportions.   Strap yourself in, and press play!

A smattering of video blog posts from the hilarious Kristen Schaal, also known as Mel on HBO's Flight of the Conchords.  The last video is of her "Out of character", so it's slightly different than the other four, but just as funny.

If you peep this space regularly this group shouldn't be foreign to you.  Here is the genre bending/breaking/defying sound of Chester French, on their debut album, Love the Future...

One of the better MC's out right now.  His latest work blends hiphop into funk, soul, even dare i say rock n' roll.  This hits you hard from the get...