We're diggin... M. Ward - "The First Time I Ran Away"

Big fans of M. Ward.  Playing at Celebrate Brooklyn this season with Yo La Tengo.  If you're around, check em out.

John Mayer "Shadow Days" | Video

We like John Mayer.  He's serious on the strings and has a velvety voice like no other.  It's fun to watch him grow as an artist.  Here's his latest video for his single, "Shadow Days," that illustrates the beginning of a new chapter for him.  Approved.

Music is more powerful than we give it credit for

A beautiful excerpt of a film illustrating the power of music on people and the mind.  This awesome elderly fellow comes clear out of his shell when he hears music he likes after a long while.  Just watch - you'll see.

A sign of the DJ times... (Watch)

I've been DJ-ing, in some way shape or form since I was a wee lad.  I've since witnessed the art develop, grow, morph and technologically blow my mind - all of that at varying speeds and waves - over the course of time.  I remember when digital DJ-ing was in its infancy.  I also remember my take on it ("I will never switch over, never give up my vinyl).  While I never gave up my vinyl, I did end up switching over.  The biggest advantage I saw (early on) was being able to leave the (HEAVY) record box at home and how good it felt not to walk six flights with just a backpack.  I've not looked back, BUT this video taking us inside Swedish DJ duo, DADA LIFE's DJ Bag was a heavy reminder of just how far we've come.  FAR.  I am happy.

Take a look for yourself and keep watching for the vinyl/records.  Enjoy!

Bassnectar (Very Thoroughly) explains Dubstep in 3-min!

I found this brilliantly done, both visually (reminiscent of Google's style) and equally well broken down.  I am a big fan of the genres discussed here and felt obliged to share.  Please enjoy!