Every now and then I come up with a top 10 list and this one containing the best songs used in beer commercials might be my favorite thus far. I screened at least 40 or so ads and felt these 10 were worthy enough to be included. View and countdown on Spinner.
Titus Andronicus lead singer Patrick Stickles and I sat down for coffee a week ago where he told me of the “dispiriting” experience he had touring with The Pogues last month. I was also able to ask a few questions about when the band plans to release their next album following last year’s The Monitor. Another story to follow, but you can read this one on Spinner.
*I was fortunate enough to have this story picked up by The Guardian, Pitchfork, The Daily Swarm and Exclaim! among others.
Jimi Hendrix’s step-sister Janie discusses the release of a new compilation album called West Coast Seattle Boy as well as meeting current performers who have been influenced by Jimi’s music. Read the full story on Spinner.
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