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Video Days: on Tenement, Wisconsin, and Aesthetic Rebirth
Mark Borchardt (American Movie) talks his foray into directing music videos.
An Excerpt from The Brickeaters, a Novel by the Residents
“This shud’n take long, kid. Just wait out here with the motor runnin’ an’ I’ll be right back.”
On Swans and Expressing the Inexpressible
Since 1987, Swans has been the soundtrack to Jon Mueller's existence.
The Karaoke Tapes
"In those instants, sloppily crooning alone to 'Forget Me Never,' I knew music had me in a chokehold."
Tears of Rage: on Modern Americana and The Band
"What must artists working in the tradition of Americana do in order to create work that remains a viable source of love and joy?"
Trolling Is Over (If You Want It)
Matt Drenik (Battleme) on what a European tour taught him about American politics.
Hear First: Navy Gangs’ Poach
Stream the new album and read Jordan Corso's (Cotillon) reflections on it here.
Introducing: Grim Streaker’s “Mojito”
Stream the new track and read about frontwoman Amelia Bushell's night of boozy inspiration.
Remembering Richard Swift
Hamilton Leithauser (and his friends) remember the legendary musician and producer.
Introducing: Stoner Control’s “Hollywood Hills”
Listen to the premiere of the Portland band's new track and read an essay written by its producer, Hutch Harris (The Thermals).
Introducing: Joan of Arc Covers Devendra Banhart
Ahead of their appearance on the Talkhouse Podcast, Tim Kinsella of Joan of Arc covers his friend Devendra Banhart's "First Song for B."
