This is not new by a long shot, but better to share late, then never. Here is a beautiful, awe-inspiring auto-tune remix of my idol, Carl Sagan. This mash-up mainly contains clips from Sagan’s Cosmos, a mind-blowing, all-inclusive look at the science of basically everything we know (or knew in 1980) about the universe.
The remix has been embraced by Sagan’s estate, as it has inspired a resurgence of interest in Sagan and his work, which is can only be considered a boon for science and humanity. Jack White loved the song so much, that his label, Third Man Records, has released a special edition 7” vinyl, with an etching of Sagan’s “Golden Record.” So nerdy. So awesome!
This much anticipated Yeasayer show certainly lived up to my expectations. From the Setlist, you can see they concentrated highly on tracks from Odd Blood, as it is the Odd Blood Tour, but managed to squeeze in the bare essentials from All Hour Cymbals ( Wait for the Summer, 2080, & Sunrise). I was quite thrilled to hear Tightrope, a fantastic single that should not be overlooked, which can be found on the charity album, Dark Was the Night.
The show was a complete dance off as Yeasayer has evolved into a very danceable band, which is fine, as that is what the masses want at live shows. We unfortunately missed the opening band, Javelin, so I cannot comment on that performance, but Yeasayer is about all the excitement I can take in one night. Yeasayer was spot on, and nailed down every track, despite my fears that some of their obscure, fancy sounds would be difficult to replicate live. Fantastic show.
Last weekend Blacksburg saw it's first music festival, Fever To Sing, take place at bars all over town! Put on by a group of people unofficially affliated with WUVT, the festival showcased a multitude of bands; local, regional, and a few traveling as far as DC and Philly. Genres ranged from folk to death metal and talent was just as variable, as some bands were quite enjoyable, while others left you no option but to walk out.
20 bucks got you a wristband to see all the bands, all weekend, at all venues, so the cost was unbeatable for weekend of fun and good listening. I had a great time and discovered several bands I'd like to keep my ear on. Let's hope the festival was sucessful enough to see it expand next year, and continue to bring music to Blacksburg.
Swing on over to the Band of Horses Website to check out their cool new music video, a preview of there upcoming album, Infinite Arms, to be released in May. As I have previously posted, I am fairly excited about this album. Since I first heard them perform the song "Older," I have patiently waited to see if the rest of this new album will be as great, and if letting the other band members take the lead will live up to Ben Bridwell's vocals. I think we will be pleasantly surprised.
