Interview: PDX Pop Now! Media Director Benna Gottfried
Portland, Oregon is considered by many to be the true indie music capital of the U.S…. or at least on the West Coast. Being at the epicenter of a region filled with great talent is no small feat or burden. Carrying that torch forward is the PDX Pop Now festival.
Team Leader of the Week: Michelle Stafford
1. Name: Michelle Stafford
2. Location: Baltimore, MD
3. School Work or Alma Mater: Dickinson College Graduate
Broken Social Scene’s Political New Music Video
In Broken Social Scene’s new music video for “Meet Me in the Basement.” The song, set to images ranging from cops and riots to the Yo Gabba Gabba gang…
New Orleans Musicians: Sorry Ain’t Enough No More (VIDEO)
NOLA residents and musicians Shamarr Allen, Dee-1, Paul Sanchez and Bennie from the Hot 8 are pissed about the BP oil spill.
Digital Drugs: A War on Sounds
Back in March, three students at Mustang High School in Oklahoma were sent to the principal’s office for appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. When asked why they were acting strangely, the students said they had used digital drugs.
Rage against Arizona by rocking LA
Rage Against The Machine is playing their first LA show in over 10 years. What did it take? SB1070.
Food & Farm Policy Issue Update: McDonald’s Takes Heat for Marketing to Kids
Fast food giant McDonald’s has been getting a lot of attention lately, and it’s doubtful they’re “lovin’ it.”
Phish Helps a Small Charity in a Big Way
When Phish visits a town, they leave behind more than just memories. The band’s Waterwheel Foundation makes a donation to a local nonprofit in every city, and sometimes it can be life changing.
Arcade Fire Urges Fans to Donate to Haiti at Concert
At the Quebec Summer Festival last night, Arcade Fire pledge to match any donation made by fans to Haiti relief through an organization called Kanpe