The Philadelphia-based trio Good Old War stopped by WTMD for an in-studio performance of songs from their debut album, Only Way to be Alone.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Good Old War performs "Tell Me" Live at WTMD
The Philadelphia-based trio Good Old War stopped by WTMD for an in-studio performance of songs from their debut album, Only Way to be Alone.
Good Old War performs "Coney Island" Live at WTMD
The Philadelphia-based trio Good Old War stopped by WTMD for an in-studio performance of songs from their debut album, Only Way to be Alone.
Monday, December 15, 2008
"This Song is Dedicated to Everybody . . . Especially You."
A late-afternoon Ravens game--and a strict "no drinks in the auditorium" policy--limited the number of people who ventured beyond the Lyric Opera House's lobby before Wilco headlined a 2 1/2 hour, double-encore show on Sunday night.
But everyone who took their seats early enough to catch D.C.-based Benjy Ferree was treated to a tight set of rockabilly songs infused with a punk sensibility.
Backed by a quartet that included a cellist and Benjy's fiancee on drums, Ferree and company tore through a solid setlist that was prefaced with a few whistling introductions and some rapid-fire stage patter. (Between declarations of "peace and love," Ferree asked a woman near the front if he once served her a drink in D.C., and later declared, "This song is dedicated to everybody . . . especially you.")
It all made for a fun, raucous start to the night.
Unfortunately, if you were there, you probably missed it...
Benjy Ferree hosts a record release party at the Black Cat on February 28, 2009.
But everyone who took their seats early enough to catch D.C.-based Benjy Ferree was treated to a tight set of rockabilly songs infused with a punk sensibility.
Backed by a quartet that included a cellist and Benjy's fiancee on drums, Ferree and company tore through a solid setlist that was prefaced with a few whistling introductions and some rapid-fire stage patter. (Between declarations of "peace and love," Ferree asked a woman near the front if he once served her a drink in D.C., and later declared, "This song is dedicated to everybody . . . especially you.")
It all made for a fun, raucous start to the night.
Unfortunately, if you were there, you probably missed it...
Benjy Ferree hosts a record release party at the Black Cat on February 28, 2009.
Friday, December 5, 2008
Steve Reynolds performs "Dear Rose" Live at WTMD
Singer-songwriter Steve Reynolds returns to WTMD to performs songs from his new album, The Carnival Papers.
He also performed the 'TMD favorite "Dear Rose" from his album Exile.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Watching the Spectacle
Elvis Costello is not one to sit on his hands. This year he released "Momofuku" on vinyl and digitally and has dueted with both Lucinda Williams and Jenny Lewis for their 2008 albums. Now he's ready to debut his latest project "Spectacle." The 13 episode show has him talking with Lou Reed & James Taylor, Jenny Lewis & former President Bill Clinton. The shows also feature live music between Costello and his guests.
The first episode airs Wednesday at 8pm on The Sundance Channel. The first "Spectacle" guest is Elton John and here's an idea of what's to come on the new show...
The first episode airs Wednesday at 8pm on The Sundance Channel. The first "Spectacle" guest is Elton John and here's an idea of what's to come on the new show...
Monday, December 1, 2008
Emiliana Torrini: Icelandic Charm
A name that easily rolls off the tongue, strangely, isn't a household name....yet.
But, the daughter of an Italian restaurateur in Reykjavik has garnered hobbit-sized notice for "Gollum's Song," her soundtrack contribution to Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and for writing one of Kylie Minogue's more interesting tunes "Slow."
But, Me and Armini solidifies her talent for jazzy, confessional, confident acoustic and trip-hop songs that go from whimsically curious to even getting in the mind of criminal.
The childlike skip of "Big Jumps" puts a refreshing spring in the voice of an artist, who, like her fellow countrywoman, Bjork, never gets over-precious and continues to disarm discerning listeners.
A late entry into my list of the best albums of 2008. We'll feature it tomorrow, on New Music Tuesday.
...and and old TMD favorite from 2005's Fisherman's Woman ("Sunny Road.")
But, the daughter of an Italian restaurateur in Reykjavik has garnered hobbit-sized notice for "Gollum's Song," her soundtrack contribution to Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and for writing one of Kylie Minogue's more interesting tunes "Slow."
But, Me and Armini solidifies her talent for jazzy, confessional, confident acoustic and trip-hop songs that go from whimsically curious to even getting in the mind of criminal.
The childlike skip of "Big Jumps" puts a refreshing spring in the voice of an artist, who, like her fellow countrywoman, Bjork, never gets over-precious and continues to disarm discerning listeners.
A late entry into my list of the best albums of 2008. We'll feature it tomorrow, on New Music Tuesday.
...and and old TMD favorite from 2005's Fisherman's Woman ("Sunny Road.")
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Middle Distance Runner perform "Naturally," Live at the 8 x 10
Washington, D.C.'s Middle Distance Runner perform "Naturally" during a live taping of Baltimore Unsigned at the 8 x 10.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
The Bridge performs "In Dreams" Live at WTMD
Baltimore band The Bridge stops by WTMD to perform selections from its latest album, "Blind Man's Hill."
The Bridge perform Old White Lightning 95 Live at WTMD
The Baltimore band The Bridge visits WTMD for a Morning Sessions performance and performs tracks from its latest release, Blind Man's Hill.
Michael Franti and Spearhead Live at WTMD
Michael Franti and Spearhead visited WTMD to perform for Morning Sessions and speak with host Morning Show Erik Deatherage.
The band performed the songs "Say Hey (I Love You)," "Nobody Right Nobody Wrong" and "I Got Love For You" from their new album All Rebel Rockers. In the interview, Franti discussed his trip to Baghdad, his son leaving home and his new album.
For more information, visit www.wtmd.org.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Wye Oak in Deutschland
Congratulations to Jen and Andy for landing a spot on Dr. Dog's European tour which heads to Cologne, Germany today.
Too bad they weren't in the back of a Jetta for this sweet little rendition of "I Don't Feel Young." Check out Andy's shade switch-a-roo, mid-song.
Viel gluck!
Too bad they weren't in the back of a Jetta for this sweet little rendition of "I Don't Feel Young." Check out Andy's shade switch-a-roo, mid-song.
Viel gluck!
Monday, November 10, 2008
The Christmas Lights! perform "Walk Like A Human" LIVE at WTMD
The Christmas Lights! came in for a Baltimore Unsigned taping after being our Artist of the Month for October. Here they perform "Walk Like A Human," the title track from their debut album.
For more information, visit www.baltimoreunsigned.org.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Matthew Sweet performs "Byrdgirl" Live at WTMD
Matthew Sweet visits the WTMD studio to perform and performs "Byrdgirl" from his new album, "Sunshine Lies."
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Vote Wilco
As Wilco prepares for a tour with Neil Young--as well as a sold-out, headlining show at the Lyric Opera House on December 14th--Jeff Tweedy and company are hitting the polls and handing out free downloads to promote everyone's civic duty.
Stop by Wilco's voting page to pick up a free download of the Wilco and Fleet Foxes' cover of Bob Dylan's "I Shall Be Released." And then send them photos of your polling place for an upcoming web feature.
Stop by Wilco's voting page to pick up a free download of the Wilco and Fleet Foxes' cover of Bob Dylan's "I Shall Be Released." And then send them photos of your polling place for an upcoming web feature.
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