September 30, 2011

Lydia Loveless: Indestructible Machine

Shawn Donohue September 30, 2011 No Comments

This is one spark-plug of a new artist we got right here. Lydia Loveless Bloodshot Records debut Indestructible Machine kicks ass, leaving a a scattered wake of creepy stalkers, shot glasses and bibles as it blows by. Loveless was reared on country twang, but came of age in the adolescent rage of punk rock and both can be felt wrestling with the singer/songwriter throughout the release.

Brendan Perry of Dead Can Dance

Jerry Nunn September 30, 2011 No Comments

Dead Can Dance was formed in 1981 made up of Brendan Perry and Lisa Gerrard bringing other world ambient music to their dedicated fan base for three decades. Now with his new solo album Ark, Perry returns to the scene after an eleven year recording break. Aside from writing all the lyrics on Ark, Perry plays every instrument to mesh with his distinct voice. Glide recently caught up to him on the road to discuss his latest endeavor.

The Flaming Lips Recording 24 Hour Song

September 30, 2011 No Comments

The Flaming Lips have announced plans to record a 24-hour-song. The move comes after the band recently recorded a six-hour-track to help the Central Oklahoma Humane Society and the Academy

Popped! Music Festival 2011: Liacouras Center, Philadelphia, PA 09/23-24/2011

Joseph Veasey September 30, 2011 No Comments

Despite a lackluster ending, the Popped! Festival overcame a large number of difficulties to provide Philadelphia with an enjoyable, if non-traditional festival experience. It may pale in scope to festivals like Lollapalooza, Sasquatch or Outside Lands, but this year’s show proved that Philadelphia can make a festival work.