Music for Films represents a distinct era of Eno

sngalbums: Originally appeared on the 405 as part of a four-part retrospective honoring the recent re-issues of several of Brian Eno’s back catalog. View this archived article here.  Brian Eno knows a unique level of fame. He has worked with innumerable other prolific musicians, having been close friends with characters such as David Bowie, Robert Fripp, and David Byrne. He has produced for the mega-famous … Continue reading Music for Films represents a distinct era of Eno

Music for Films represents a distinct era of Eno

Originally appeared on the 405 as part of a four-part retrospective honoring the recent re-issues of several of Brian Eno’s back catalog. View this archived article here.  Brian Eno knows a unique level of fame. He has worked with innumerable other prolific musicians, having been close friends with characters such as David Bowie, Robert Fripp, and David Byrne. He has produced for the mega-famous like … Continue reading Music for Films represents a distinct era of Eno

If you were really affected by the Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle soundtrack, then you probably know at least one Lexicon song. This year the record where that track appears, Youth is Yours, turns 15; to celebrate the anniversary, the band has re-released the LP with remasters of each track. Lexicon has also launched a new website that details the history of the band, … Continue reading

Saukrates recently dropped a much needed re-issue of his 1999 record, The Underground Tapes. There are additional remixes and b-sides on the new release, including this version of “Hate Runs Deep,” sending a message that was as relevant eighteen years ago as it is today. Hate runs deep; we must be strong to overcome it.  Source: SoundCloud / Saukrates Continue reading

Coming soon is a historic re-release for Jackie Shane, the accomplished jazz singer who came to prominence in the ‘60s in Toronto. The press release for the re-issue does an excellent job telling her story concisely, so read below for more info. The double LP is due out 10/20; pre-order.  Recognized by genre aficionados as one of the greatest singers and most riveting stage presences in … Continue reading