Hello All.
We have landed in Pittsburgh for the next 3 days. And on this last day of January we have finally been able to find the time to post our final mix for the the first month of the year. Here's to the start of February being SUPER, or we hope.
No pics, or pseudo travelogues this time, no sirs and madams, just music. Part two of music that somewhere in the world has seen its physical release in January, 2009. Just to warn yinz, some songs on this mix are slight more fringe pop, definitely not as mellow as the prior. But, let's be real, this is still pop music. That's how we roll at the Unincorporated.
And here it be: PUNK' N CENTER FOUR
1) Stronger Than Jesus:A Camp
Remeber the Cardigans? Well, A Camp is their lead singer, Nina Persson. We'll probably see her again on PNCU this year when we debut our ESL mix.
2) Stop Taking (So Many):Circlesquare
This song sort of builds and builds, but no resolutions really. Canadian band, so we suppose this is to be expected.
3) When She's Near:Fiction Family
Nice break, especially after that Circlesquare song.
4) The Wrestler:Bruce Springsteen
Hey, the Boss is everywhere. In our opinion he should stick to songs like this. Ditch Clarence and his sax, grabber the Seeger sessions musicians, and keep it acoustic. Also, attempt to avoid selling your latest greatest hits volume being sold exclusive at WalMart.
5) Your Sick Blooms:The Hunches
Watchout. Things have a tendency to break when you play this song.
6) Charlie:Kenneth Pattengale
Imagine a world in which Ray LaMontagne was happy and beardless. Meet Ken.
7) Daddy's Gone:Glasvegas
We at the Unincoporated cannot vouch for this album, and we hate this band's name, and the lyrics, well, try to listen too closely, but this song is just so darn singable.
8) Whar:f. Kool G Rap, Ghostface Killah & Tash Mahogany:RZA
From the soundtrack to the show described as: The TV anime series is set in a "futuristic, yet feudal Japan," and stars a samurai named Afro, because of his hair. That is unadulterated from wikipedia, peoples.
9) James Blues:J. Tillman
Drummer for the ubiquitous FleetFoxes. Really great song in our opinion.
10) Her Beautiful Ideas:The Guggenheim Grotto
It is unfortunate that a band's name can be an immediate turn off, but sometimes, if you can get past that first instinct you will find some very good music. Other times, not so much.
11) Brothersport:Animal Collective
There's that resolution we were missing. For what music they make, and what they call themselves, they look surprisingly ordinary.
12) Animal Party:The King Khan & Bbq Show
Conceptually, a song about having a party with animals at your house is long overdue. And it rocks, too. Also, in order to make up for the Unincorporated not getting Four out in time for you all, click here to get theKK&Bshow's self titled album.
Enjoy.
1.31.2009
1.21.2009
Punk' N Center Three
Hello all. Apologies for a belated post this week, but we were busy here at Punk' N Center. To make up for it, bonus post later this week, with a bonus mix.
We took a trip up to the mountains last week, and for your viewing pleasure we have included some pictures of the lovely trip.
This last weekend we went into Kingsport, TN to do some antique shopping. The Unincorporated were able to pick up a wonderful old oak office chair for headquarters for a bargain price. We like bargains.
On Sunday we were able to continue our worship at The Idol of Mike Tomlin. Steelers going to the Super Bowl, just like old times.
But, here's the bridge folks, unlike things of old it's all new music this week! Yeah! These are all physical new releases available this month. We hope you like.
Click here for: PUNK' N CENTER THREE!
1)First Time High (Of Chicago Acoustic Version):Of Montreal
Yes, Jon Brion is an insane genius. On the EP release this month he remixes 2 Of Montreal songs 5 ways. Do the math.
2)Doves And Stones:Gary Louris & Mark Olson
Oh, Gary and Mark back together, you remind us of 1995, but in a good way.
3)The Privateers:Andrew Bird
Stop reading. Buy this album.
4)Like A Hitman, Like A Dancer:A.C. Newman
Carl AKA A.C. writes a killer pop song. He put several on them on one record.
5)Lonely Girl:Blue Giant
This was a complete surprise. I know nothing about this band, but this is a pretty great EP.
6)Aeon:Antony And The Johnsons
Anotherworldly. Tragic.
7)Katherine Kiss Me:Franz Ferdinand
These erudite dance party punks in my opinion should write more songs like this.
8)Call and Response:Or, the Whale
This album was released in 2007, but apparently getting its label release this month. Still new to us.
9)But For You Who Fear My Name:The Welcome Wagon
Sufjan, we hear you. You can't hide behind this pastor and wife.
10)birthday:the bird and the bee
Pretty good, pretty cute.
11)Blood Red Sentimental Blues:Cotton Jones
How many bands that you know are from Maryland?
12)Get Yr Shit Together:Friendly Foes
Power pop, rock and roll, sugar.
Enjoy.
We took a trip up to the mountains last week, and for your viewing pleasure we have included some pictures of the lovely trip.
This last weekend we went into Kingsport, TN to do some antique shopping. The Unincorporated were able to pick up a wonderful old oak office chair for headquarters for a bargain price. We like bargains.
On Sunday we were able to continue our worship at The Idol of Mike Tomlin. Steelers going to the Super Bowl, just like old times.But, here's the bridge folks, unlike things of old it's all new music this week! Yeah! These are all physical new releases available this month. We hope you like.
Click here for: PUNK' N CENTER THREE!
1)First Time High (Of Chicago Acoustic Version):Of Montreal
Yes, Jon Brion is an insane genius. On the EP release this month he remixes 2 Of Montreal songs 5 ways. Do the math.
2)Doves And Stones:Gary Louris & Mark Olson
Oh, Gary and Mark back together, you remind us of 1995, but in a good way.
3)The Privateers:Andrew Bird
Stop reading. Buy this album.
4)Like A Hitman, Like A Dancer:A.C. Newman
Carl AKA A.C. writes a killer pop song. He put several on them on one record.
5)Lonely Girl:Blue Giant
This was a complete surprise. I know nothing about this band, but this is a pretty great EP.
6)Aeon:Antony And The Johnsons
Anotherworldly. Tragic.
7)Katherine Kiss Me:Franz Ferdinand
These erudite dance party punks in my opinion should write more songs like this.
8)Call and Response:Or, the Whale
This album was released in 2007, but apparently getting its label release this month. Still new to us.
9)But For You Who Fear My Name:The Welcome Wagon
Sufjan, we hear you. You can't hide behind this pastor and wife.
10)birthday:the bird and the bee
Pretty good, pretty cute.
11)Blood Red Sentimental Blues:Cotton Jones
How many bands that you know are from Maryland?
12)Get Yr Shit Together:Friendly Foes
Power pop, rock and roll, sugar.
Enjoy.
1.11.2009
Punk' N Center TWO
Hello everyone.
We are having a very exciting week here at Punk' N Center headquarters. The Steelers put the hurt on the Chargers, and although we have an open mind when it comes to music, this does not apply to football. Black and Gold is bled down here.
And we also had the chance to do something we haven't done before, which is attend a Professional Bull Riders event. Basically a cowboy gets on a bull, which the bull detests, then attempts to buck him off. If the rider surpasses 8 seconds on the bull, he gets a score based on the quality of the ride, the difficulty of the bull, and other factors of which we are unawares. This is much more exciting than it sounds, although the danger is about what you expect when you ride an angry half ton animal. You can check out photos of the event by clicking on the picture below.
As a kind of kindred spirit to the PBR event, this week's mix is one inspired by old school country. Now, some of you may be thinking... country? Hold on, before the rush to judgment. Country music, when good, is about the most evocative musical experience you can have. Heartfelt singing, mournful melodies, lyrics that are funny and sad, sometimes in the same song.
So, without further adieu, Punk' N Center TWO:
1 Are You Ready For The Country?:Waylon Jennings and the .357s
Song was on Waylon Forever, which came out last year, 6 years after his death. Spearheaded by his son Shooter this album featured his band the .357s. I haven't listened to a lot of the .357s, but I have it on good authority from DC in Philly that they are worth looking into.
2 Blood Red And Goin' Down:Tanya Tucker
Embodies country gothic lyricism. A storyline about daughter watching her father murder his philandering wife. Tanya could really sing before her own life went wrong.
3 Mouth to Mouth Resuscitation:John Hartford
This song is about CPR. "Good for the country, good for the nation"
4 Patches:Clarence Carter
Clarence really pushes his voice in this song and despite it's unabashedly sentimental lyrics, you can really get down to it.
5 You Win Again:Keith Richards
Keith channeling Hank. Our I guess he had been trying to live his life like Hank, except Keith made it to old age against all odds.
6 Suspicious Minds:Elvis Presley
Elvis's best late period song. Mistrust and allegations of adultery pervades country music, this song slam dunks that home.
7 One Night Stand:Lucinda Williams
Lucinda, life is hard.
8 White Lightning:George Jones
Singing this song did not help George fight alcoholism, but it probably did contribute to him being honored at the Kennedy Center last month.
9 One Dyin' And A Buryin':Roger Miller
Roger Miller was the master of the 2 minute song. This is not his happiest tune, but truly worth checking out, especially those with children, although this song is not representative of that.
10 Wildwood Weed:Jim Stafford
Funny. We are not sure who Jim is exactly, but despite this song, are pretty sure he and Willie Nelson are not the same person.
11 Neko Case & The Sadies:Rated X
My word Neko, what a voice you have. It is not the last time this year Neko is going to be on Punk' N Center, as she has a new album coming out this year.
12 Harvest:Neil Young
We here at Punk' N Center think there are several Neil Young songs that could be better sung by someone else, but not this song.
Enjoy. Wait, bonus for you and DC from Philly, Waylon Forever.
We are having a very exciting week here at Punk' N Center headquarters. The Steelers put the hurt on the Chargers, and although we have an open mind when it comes to music, this does not apply to football. Black and Gold is bled down here.
And we also had the chance to do something we haven't done before, which is attend a Professional Bull Riders event. Basically a cowboy gets on a bull, which the bull detests, then attempts to buck him off. If the rider surpasses 8 seconds on the bull, he gets a score based on the quality of the ride, the difficulty of the bull, and other factors of which we are unawares. This is much more exciting than it sounds, although the danger is about what you expect when you ride an angry half ton animal. You can check out photos of the event by clicking on the picture below.
As a kind of kindred spirit to the PBR event, this week's mix is one inspired by old school country. Now, some of you may be thinking... country? Hold on, before the rush to judgment. Country music, when good, is about the most evocative musical experience you can have. Heartfelt singing, mournful melodies, lyrics that are funny and sad, sometimes in the same song.
So, without further adieu, Punk' N Center TWO:
1 Are You Ready For The Country?:Waylon Jennings and the .357s
Song was on Waylon Forever, which came out last year, 6 years after his death. Spearheaded by his son Shooter this album featured his band the .357s. I haven't listened to a lot of the .357s, but I have it on good authority from DC in Philly that they are worth looking into.
2 Blood Red And Goin' Down:Tanya Tucker
Embodies country gothic lyricism. A storyline about daughter watching her father murder his philandering wife. Tanya could really sing before her own life went wrong.
3 Mouth to Mouth Resuscitation:John Hartford
This song is about CPR. "Good for the country, good for the nation"
4 Patches:Clarence Carter
Clarence really pushes his voice in this song and despite it's unabashedly sentimental lyrics, you can really get down to it.
5 You Win Again:Keith Richards
Keith channeling Hank. Our I guess he had been trying to live his life like Hank, except Keith made it to old age against all odds.
6 Suspicious Minds:Elvis Presley
Elvis's best late period song. Mistrust and allegations of adultery pervades country music, this song slam dunks that home.
7 One Night Stand:Lucinda Williams
Lucinda, life is hard.
8 White Lightning:George Jones
Singing this song did not help George fight alcoholism, but it probably did contribute to him being honored at the Kennedy Center last month.
9 One Dyin' And A Buryin':Roger Miller
Roger Miller was the master of the 2 minute song. This is not his happiest tune, but truly worth checking out, especially those with children, although this song is not representative of that.
10 Wildwood Weed:Jim Stafford
Funny. We are not sure who Jim is exactly, but despite this song, are pretty sure he and Willie Nelson are not the same person.
11 Neko Case & The Sadies:Rated X
My word Neko, what a voice you have. It is not the last time this year Neko is going to be on Punk' N Center, as she has a new album coming out this year.
12 Harvest:Neil Young
We here at Punk' N Center think there are several Neil Young songs that could be better sung by someone else, but not this song.
Enjoy. Wait, bonus for you and DC from Philly, Waylon Forever.
1.04.2009
Punk 'N Center ONE
Hello. This is our first post on Punk 'N Center Unincorporated, headquartered in Limestone, TN, just northwest of Broylesville. Future posts will include photos of our majestic home office, and perhaps of our branch offices as well. Unfortunately, at present our camera is out of state.
Our mission is to share music we have been enjoying as of late. Perhaps on a weekly basis, if we feel up to it. Judging by the nature of these things, our inspiration will have to be way up.
But let us not start off to such pessimistic beginnings. The mix we have for your listening pleasure this week is hopefully a touchstone for what is to come. Short, sweet, pop music. We certainly hope you enjoy. Click HERE to obtain said mix, one week only!
THIS WEEK'S SELECTION (just music this week, not editorializing):
1)Take a Message to Mary:Everly Brothers
2)Jemima Surrender (Early Version):The Band
3)When I Write The Book:Rockpile
4)Stella:Ida Maria
5)Change your mind:Camper Van Beethoven
6)Queen Bitch:David Bowie
7)Second Hand News:Fleetwood Mac
8)Black Heart:Holly Golightly
9)Mindless Child of Motherhood:Kinks
10)Blood Bank:Bon Iver
11)Straight A's in Love [Troublemaker Remix]:Johnny Cash
12)Dreams:Cat Power
You can purchase the music contained within @ Amazon, iTunes, Insound, and/or eMusic. Or better yet, buy it at your local record store, like Paul's CDs.
Enjoy.
Our mission is to share music we have been enjoying as of late. Perhaps on a weekly basis, if we feel up to it. Judging by the nature of these things, our inspiration will have to be way up.
But let us not start off to such pessimistic beginnings. The mix we have for your listening pleasure this week is hopefully a touchstone for what is to come. Short, sweet, pop music. We certainly hope you enjoy. Click HERE to obtain said mix, one week only!
THIS WEEK'S SELECTION (just music this week, not editorializing):
1)Take a Message to Mary:Everly Brothers
2)Jemima Surrender (Early Version):The Band
3)When I Write The Book:Rockpile
4)Stella:Ida Maria
5)Change your mind:Camper Van Beethoven
6)Queen Bitch:David Bowie
7)Second Hand News:Fleetwood Mac
8)Black Heart:Holly Golightly
9)Mindless Child of Motherhood:Kinks
10)Blood Bank:Bon Iver
11)Straight A's in Love [Troublemaker Remix]:Johnny Cash
12)Dreams:Cat Power
You can purchase the music contained within @ Amazon, iTunes, Insound, and/or eMusic. Or better yet, buy it at your local record store, like Paul's CDs.
Enjoy.
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