Anni Rossi - "The West Coast"

Song of the Day: A.A. Bondy - "When the Devil's Loose"
(via Jonk Music)

Carleton Singing Knights - "Cannibal Resource" (Dirty Projectors cover)

I had to repost this video from Stereogum party because I enjoy the new Dirty Projectors album, mostly because these strapping lads go to college 10 minutes away from my home town, Faribault, MN.

Song of the Day: The Very Best - "Warm Heart of Africa"
featuring Mwamwaya and Vampire Weekend's Ezra Koenig

Graham Coxon - "In The Morning"

Song of the Day: Sunset Rubdown - "Stadiums and Shrines II"

Banner #3

The very third "Me. My World." banner.

Banner #2

The very second "Me. My World." banner.

Banner #1

The very first "Me. My World." banner.

Micachu and the Shapes - "Golden Phone"

This song is entertaining, but the video makes me wonder about the conversation leading up to the shoot.

"Hey, Micachu and the Shapes! You need to make a music video." "What? Awe, really? Maaaaan. Fiiinnne. But we're gonna act really apathetic and there needs to be a lot of geometry."

Song of the Day: I and I - "The Bottom"

Me ... on TV!

I had the opportunity to share my post-collegiate experience, thus far, on KELO. Please ignore the part where I stumble over my words.

Sigur Ros - "Inní Mér Syngur Vitleysingur"

I may not speak Icelandic, but Sigur Ros always produces beautiful music that I enjoy listening to.


Song of the Day: Dinosaur Jr. - "I Want You To Know"

Little Boots - "New In Town"

I thought I would throw out some Little Boots to kick off the weekend. Feel free to stand up and frolic about the office.

Song of the Day: Polvo - "Beggar's Bowl"

Jokes on me ... and every major news network.

Later yesterday evening, I learned that Al Jefferson isn't going anywhere. Apparently the Suns called about the deal and the Wolves swiftly turned them down (because it was completely awful, let's be honest). David Kahn even had to call Al Jefferson to assure him he wasn't be traded.

I understand why McHale is leaving, but I don't understand this.

Yesterday, the Timberwolves' new GM, Dave Kahn, put the media at ease by finally announcing the departure of Kevin McHale. I spent much of my evening watching the press conference and reading reactions to the news and I was happy that Kahn's ready to move in a new direction. However, I woke up this morning to the news that Kahn is looking to deal the one Wolves player (Al Jefferson) that you could build around, for Amar'e Stoudemire.

Al Jefferson is the best low-post scorer in the league. If you gave him as many touches as Shaq got in his prime, he would put up similar numbers, not to mention he's a better free throw shooter. I've listened to execs, broadcasters and players discuss how amazing his footwork is. He will be a perennial All Star soon and he's younger than Stoudemire. Plus, Amar'e could opt-out in 2010, meaning we could lose Stoudemire, Jefferson and this year's 6th pick by 2010. No deal Howie.

The Blood Brothers - "Laser Life"

This isn't, by any means, a new video. I just genuinely enjoy it.

Song of the Day: The Gossip - "Dimestore Diamond"
This is for the ladies.

Beirut - "The Concubine"

Toy piano! I'm going to try and use the word "concubine" in my vocabulary this week, as I know many.

Song of the Day: T. Nile - "Cabin Song"

Woods - "To Clean"

I'm pretty sure this is what I dream about each night, except there are usually more bananas involved.

Song of the Day: Modest Mouse - "Autumn Beds"

Animal Collective - "Summertime Clothes"

I've been reading a lot of criticism about this video and of course, there's the "original" AC fans saying the band is too poppy now. Let's all just remember, it's just a band and this is just a video. Enjoy it for what it is and don't hate. This is still one of the greatest albums of 2009.

Song of the Day: Soulcrate - "Reflections (We All Have Hooks for Hands Remix)"

Coconut Records - "Microphone"

I wish Mr. Schwartzman would have incorporated the dog more. Other than that, this is a very lovely tune.


Song of the Day: Portugal. The Man - "People Say"
Adding punctuation in the middle of the band's name is a copywriter's nightmare.

Mof Def - "Quiet Dog (Bite Hard)" (live on Letterman)

Once you're done watching Mos on Letterman, please, be kind, rewind.


Song of the Day: Terry Lynn - "Jamaican Girls"
Here's a little ditty to get you spinning in your swivel chair on Thursday morning.

Phenomenal Handclap Band - "You'll Disappear"

There are some pretty phenomenal handclaps in the background, if you listen closely.


Song of the Day: Dirty Projectors - "Stillness Is The Move"

Amadou and Mariam - "Masiteladi"

Amadou and Mariam are from Mali and interestingly enough the pair, known as "the blind couple from Mali" met at Mali's Institute for the Young Blind, and found they shared an affinity for music.


Song of the Day: J. Tillman - "Earthly Bodies"