SIGNED SPECIAL EDITION of TOTAL CHAOS – The Story of The Stooges / As Told by Iggy Pop

Posted: December 31, 2017 in MUSIC
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Third Man Books is pleased to announce our SIGNED SPECIAL EDITION of TOTAL CHAOS: The Story of The Stooges / As Told by Iggy Pop by Jeff Gold. Each Special Edition is signed by Iggy Pop himself, includes for the first time on vinyl two songs from Iggy’s pre-Stooges band THE PRIME MOVERS, and three reproduction Stooges posters co-billing the legendary band with the likes of John Coltrane, MC5, and more! Extremely limited edition.

EXCLUSIVE TO THE SPECIAL EDITION: Each Special Edition has a custom-made signature book plate that is SIGNED and NUMBERED by Iggy Pop himself* Includes a limited edition, first time available on vinyl,two-song single of Iggy’s pre-Stooges band The Prime Movers* Three exclusive reproductions of original Stooges posters* Book cover is specially printed in metallic gold ink* Available only from Third Man Books

*The first book to tell the story of The Stooges from Iggy Pop’s own words*Includes hundreds of rare and unseen photos*Additional contributions from Ben Blackwell, Dave Grohl, Josh Homme, Joan Jett, Johnny Marr, and Jack White*Rolling Stone ranked The Stooges in their Top 100 Artists of All Time*The Stooges are a Rock n Roll Hall of Fame inductee.*Author Jeff Gold wrote the best selling 101 Essential Rock Records*Editor Jon Savage wrote the best selling book England’s Dreaming: Anarchy, Sex Pistols, Punk Rock, and Beyond.

[The Stooges] took it to a place that no one else ever had. I think that they made such a lasting impression on musicians for decades to come.—Dave Grohl

Those first three Stooges records are to me perfect rock ‘n’ roll—absolutely perfect. It’s sweet enough for the girls and tough enough for the guys. It doesn’t care about you, you have to care about it.—Josh Homme

For me, Iggy and The Stooges have to be one of the greatest American rock bands that have ever been.—Joan Jett

Discovering The Stooges helped to change my life.—Johnny Marr

The Stooges’ Fun House is to me the very definition of Detroit rock ‘n’ roll, and by proxy the definitive rock album of America.—Jack White

The ACCIDENTALS – ” Odyssey “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in CLASSIC ALBUMS, MUSIC
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The Accidentals really get it, every aspect of it. As young, eager musicians who play and act like seasoned pros, the trio from Traverse City, Mich., that I have previously described as “magical, lyrical, fearless and tireless” also should be called “personable” and “accessible.” They represent their craft in the best possible way — as artists, ambassadors, citizens and role models. Every parent should rush out to buy the Accidentals’ recordings in any (or all) available formats for their impressionable tweens and teens — and will more than likely find those tunes to their liking, too.

My pick for the Best New Band Most Likely to Continue Succeeding in the Future is here right now. and being impressed by these classically trained multi-instrumentalists/singer-songwriters/front women Sav Buist (22 years old) and Katie Larson (21), who later welcomed drummer Michael Dause (22) along for their joyful and fantastic journey that hopefully will never stop.

Among my favorite artists the past two years, they are the only returnees among the top 10, moving up a notch from No. 3 in 2016, when they were named my favorite group interview of the year. We finally met for their entertaining Denver house concert in May, and traded emails on occasion, most recently to discuss the music video premiere they presented on Oct. 18 at HuffPost for the title track of Odyssey, and both were delightful experiences.

ALEX THE ASTRONAUT – ” Rockstar City “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in MUSIC
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New track Rockstar City taken from the EP ‘To Whom It May Concern’ ‘Rockstar City’ is a postcard home to my Mum about my first gig in New York City. I signed up for a 15 minute slot to play at the famous Bitter End, where all the folk stars started out in the 1960s. Bob Dylan had been a regular there, Billy Joel had played ‘Piano Man’ there two weeks before I performed, and Etta James, Joni Mitchell and plenty other rockstars had sung there too. The names could be read off from the list of past performers on the wall behind the bar and I was really nervous. I powered through and even though I was a bit shaken and awkward I made it out okay. This song’s about taking everything in and celebrating the little wins you get sometimes and sharing them with the people you love.

WINSTON SURFSHIRT – ” Be About You “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in CLASSIC ALBUMS, MUSIC
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Unknown at the start of this year, Winston Surfshirt have built themselves an indie-electronic empire in 2017, capturing Australia’s attention with their long-winded yet fantastic debut album Sponge Cake. Their surfy, laid-back vibes have soundtracked much of our year (and will no doubt continue across the summer), with stand-out singles including Be About You and Ali D marking themselves as year highlights and Hottest 100 favourites. Their slick sound also caught the attention of names including Elton John and Beats 1 taste-maker Zane Lowe, who can potentially push the New South Wales ensemble into the international waters come 2018.

DEAR SEATTLE – ” The Meadows / Afterthought “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in MUSIC
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Counting fans in Violent Soho’s James Tiidswell (so much so that he signed them to his just-launched Domestic La La label as an inaugural signing with West Thebarton), Dear Seattle have proven themselves time and time again to be one of Australia’s next big things in alt-rock, mirroring the energy and excitement of their label head and acts like The Smith Street Band in both recorded and live format.

The Northern Beaches four-piece stole the spotlight in 2017 with their anthem-filled debut EP, with singles including The Meadows and Afterthought proving year highlights amongst the Australian rock world, and with their intense live shows selling out across the country, we have no doubts that Dear Seattle will continue to grow in the next twelve months.

ALEX THE ASTRONAUT – ” Not Worth Hiding “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in CLASSIC ALBUMS, MUSIC
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Over the past twelve months, Sydney’s Alex The Astronaut has gone from a small, local New South Wales name to one of the most important songwriters in Australia, with her two EPs for 2017  “To Whom It May Concern” and more recently, “See You Soon”  both making their mark in Australia’s indie-pop world. More than just great music, the latter EP’s leading single Not Worth Hiding is also one of the most empowering of the year, with the critical message of self-acceptance dedicated to “16-year-old Alex and for anyone who’s struggling to let you know that you’re absolutely perfect just the way you are.” In a year full of challenges, Alex The Astronaut has helped so many Australians feel comfort in their true selves, something we are incredibly grateful for on behalf of those who have struggled in 2017.

The ACADEMY OF THE SUN – ” Codex Novena “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in CLASSIC ALBUMS, MUSIC
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Nick Hudson is a composer/musician/artist based in the UK.. His queer gnostic post-punk ensemble The Academy Of Sun are currently working on their new album ‘Codex Novena’.

“…Like if Nicks Drake and Cave had a homunculus moonchild in a marriage presided over by William Burroughs” – Scott Treleaven, This Is The Salivation Army. Describing themselves as queer, gnostic, orchestral post-punk, The Academy of the Sun are centered around the rich vocals and nuanced songwriting of Nick Hudson. And, with Codex Novena, Hudson has created an album of sweeping ambition and startling contrasts. Opener “Our Planets” builds into a searing polytonal wall of noise which owes a debt to Tony Conrad and John Cale’s work on “Inside The Dream Syndicate.”  This might seem to be preparing us for a collection of dissonant experimentation. Yet the faint hearted who stopped there would miss out on the delicate folkloric wonders to come.  Hudson’s lyrics and melodies always deliver unexpected twists and the arrangements here are masterful.

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released November 9th, 2017

The Academy Of Sun
Nick Hudson – guitar, voice, piano, synthesizer, percussion
Maria Marzaioli – violin, voice
Ash Babb – drums
Chris Howgate – guitar, voice
Joe Thorpe – bass

Written by Nick Hudson and The Academy Of Sun, with Kianna Blue.

SWIFTUMZ – ” Game Six “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in CLASSIC ALBUMS, MUSIC
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In the San Francisco Bay Area, Swiftumz is a songwriter’s songwriter, beloved by small pockets of loyal fans. Hard to pin down what makes Swiftumz so special, it takes elements from Jesus & Mary Chain & classic Bay Area punk pop craft but delivers them in a completely personal way. After 2 LP’s & an handful of singles, the “Game Six 7” is a peak of sorts, with the A side alone being one of the most affecting tunes we’ve yet unleashed.

I love the cover of this single. After gazing at it a while I noticed that the two players’ legs are cut off a the knee. Game Six is a sublime peach of a song that could waft into a room and hypnotize it.

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The Band
Game Six (McVicker)
Christopher McVicker – Vocals, Acoustic Guitars
Marie Davenport- Bass
Nicolas Makanna- Drums
Muslim Delgado- Electric guitar
Samuel Rezendes- Synths

Honey (McVicker)
Christopher McVicker- Vocals, Acoustic guitar
Chris Guthridge- all other instruments

EYELIDS – ” 854 “

Posted: December 30, 2017 in CLASSIC ALBUMS, MUSIC
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EYELIDS have a collective history of creating music for some of the most legendary indie songwriters. These longtime Portland, Oregon collaborators were not only the principal instrumentalists for Robert Pollard’s post Guided By Voices band Boston Spaceships for over eight releases, but they have also worked with Stephen Malkmus, The Decemberists, Elliott Smith, Sam Coomes of Quasi, Black Prairie, Jason Lytle of Grandaddy, Loch Lomond, Damien Jurado and Peter Buck (who is producing their upcoming EP this Fall).

Principal songwriters John Moen and Chris Slusarenko have turned inwards to their loves of New Zealand/Flying Nun guitar buzz, their teenage L.A. Paisley Underground obsessions, haunts of early Athens and all things beautiful, lopsided and rock. Along with members Jonathan Drews (guitar), Jim Talstra (bass) and Paulie Pulvirenti (drums) they push and pull against each other’s songwriting, in a beautiful tension that just works. Their critically celebrated debut 7”vinyl Seagulls Into Submission got airplay everywhere from BBC Radio to WFMU and was also included in MOJO Magazine’s Editors Picks of The Month. This single, as well as the accompanying video, is just a hint of what Eyelids are all about.

With 13 songs, most of them clocking in at less than 2 1/2 minutes, their debut album ‘854’ is full of what Eyelids describes as “sweet melodies and bummer vibes”. ‘854’ makes us remember when our favorite songs were both melancholy and buoyant—those same songs that could make you feel justifiably sad and later make you feel incredibly happy and empowered. That’s what these guys are onto. And, although they are on their own trip, they’ve been compared to Love, Dinosaur Jr., Big Star, and even early R.E.M. Good company. This is the spirit that comes alive in Eyelids songs: the Beatles meets Television jangle of “Psych #1,” the wistful pleas of “Abby’s Friends,” the beat-your-head-on-the-dashboard croon of “Forget About Tomorrow” and the deserted desperate cries that propel “Say It’s Alright”. And as you listen, you will soon find out that Eyelids’ music is seriously catchy, haunting and uniquely their own.

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RUBY FORCE – ” Evolutionary War “

Posted: December 29, 2017 in CLASSIC ALBUMS, MUSIC
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2017 was the year for alt-country rock goodness. Acts like Nikki Lane and Ruby Force, led the charge with tremendous releases. Ruby Force is the persona of multi-talented Erin McLaughlin and is perhaps her most personal release. Rolling Stone dubbed her one of the 10 New Artists You Need to Know earlier this year, but we were lucky enough to hear her fantastic album, Evolutionary War, before many others. The new alt country project of songstress Erin McLaughlin is refreshing, confident, and incredibly engaging. “Damn Your Love” plays like the greats who came before, mainly Dolly and Tammy, while still sounding refreshingly new. “Ode to Vic Chesnutt” is an equally as personal exploration of heroes and love. Her songwriting is able to connect with many – both the country blooded fans as well as those who simply love great songwriting.

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Evolutionary War is Ruby Force’s debut ten-song record. It transports a listener through McLaughlin’s own experiences – from her upbringing in the yellow-hued fields of the Southwest, through the dank, fluoresced streets of urban metropolises, and across a myriad of international seas. Enlisting the collaboration of musical luminaries such as Elijah Thomson (Everest, Delta Spirit, Father John Misty), Richard Swift (The Black Keys, The Shins, The Archs, Foxygen), Frank Lenz (Pedro The Lion) and Sean Watkins (Nickel Creek), McLaughlin keeps good company on the sojourn as these creative partners inject a wealth of heart, brains and guts into her already soul-wrenching compositions.

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