Being Boring

I have nothing, and I mean nothing to report. There are a handful of topics I could babble about, but I can't muster enough drive to dig up the facts. I am flippin' bored at this very moment. At any rate, here are a few new downloads/discs I recently acquired followed by a short review. Enjoy and come again.


The Cure - Join The Dots: B-Sides & Rarities 1978-2001 (The Fiction Years) CD
Brace yourself as this is a 4-disc set. However, this set contains some of the best Cure a Cure fan can acquire. It's chocked full of b-sides, rare covers, and a variety of mixes unavailable to fans via the regular catalog. I can live without a few of the covers, but some of the b-sides are outstanding. I strongly recommend picking this up if you appreciate the life & times of the Cure. Viva la Bob.

Astrocat - Open Systems
This is a brief, 4-track release. I believe it's relatively new, but there's not a whole lot of info. out there. From what I have read, Astrocat consists of one man, Jordan Trais, based in Chicago. He apparently creates a variety of electronic music including everything from techno to acid jazz and does so in his very own home studio. Overall, this 'mini' album isn't all the bad. Good for work outs and/or cleaning.

Belle & Sebastian - The Boy With the Arab Strap
This is my personal B&S favorite. There are certainly some classics on this album. If you're considering dipping your toes into the pool of B&S, this album is a good place to start. It's hard to go wrong with any B&S release, but then again I'm biased.

Bikini Kill - The Singles
I still need to give these guys another whirl or two to get an honest opinion. The album is tolerable, but the group itself actually has a few other decent songs not featured on this particular release. They have a crunchy, punk sound...or at least that's what I'm calling it.

Eagles of Death Metal - Peace Love Death Metal
These guys are gearing up for their 2nd release on April 11th. The new album is entitled Death By Sexy. They will also be appearing at this year's Coachella festival in late April. As far as this album, I say get it. If you like the sound of the White Stripes and say the Black Keys, then chances are you will like this album.

Electric Skychurch - KNOWONENESS
This is a relatively enjoyable electronic album especially if played whilst relaxing, sleeping, meditation, etc. It's generally low-key with a moderate tempo. No obnoxious thumpa thumpa. This is a good one to pick up if you're one of those who enjoys the 'background' ambient electronic music.

Eurovox - ...this is Eurovox
This was an excellent score. Good sound, and some great tracks. Download or die.

Lemon Jelly - Lost Horizons
Another electronic selection for my collection. Chocked full of abstract beats and a variety of other oddities. Good musak for relaxing, sleeping, cleaning, meditating....you get my point.

my robot friend. - Hot Action!
Strange group. I wouldn't go out of my way to recommend, but they do have the infamous PSB b-side entitled ' We're the Pet Shop Boys'.

Sound Tribe Sector 9 - Offered Schematics Suggesting
What can I say? I was on a electronica/ambient/chill kick. Another great album for relaxing...etc. I especially enjoy listening to this whilst drifting off to sleep. I recommend this for those of you who enjoy the various styles of electronic music... namely ambient/low-key breakbeats.

That's all for now. There are officially 19 days left until Coach 2006. Stay tuned as we close in on the kill.

Until next time, punks.