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    Dr Dog - Be The Void
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    PUNCH BROTHERS - Who's Feeling Young Now

    Punch Brothers line-up includes some of the most impressive and widely respected musicians performing today: Chris Eldridge (guitar), Paul Kowert (bass), Noam Pikelny (banjo), Chris Thile (mandolin and lead vocals), and Gabe Witcher (fiddle). Watch Video and Purchase "Who's Feeling Young Now"


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    New & Upcoming Releases 2/07/12

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    2 BEARS "Be Strong" (DFA - DFA 2322) CD   (UPC: 829732232226 - CD2 BEABe S)              
                               ***A London record through and through, Be Strong ducks and weaves to the myriad sounds of the city as THE 2 BEARS pursue the perfect party record. RAF DADDY and JOE GODDARD explore previously unheard genres like dancehall country on the bouncing prison yard lament "Time in Mind" and garage reggae on "Heart of the Congos," a track that simultaneously channels both Wookie and early '80s Madness before placing them each at a system in the heart of Notting Hill Carnival at dusk. Other highlights include "Be Strong," "Church" and the mighty "Bear Hug"-a pummeling treatise on the benefits of the peak-time dancefloor cuddle. Raf (aka RAPHAEL RUNDELL) met Goddard (one fifth of HOT CHIP) when the two shared deck duties at a series of legendary Greco-Roman parties. Upon venturing into the studio in an attempt to replicate some of the records that they'd lost themselves in the night before, Raf laid down vocals over Goddard's skipping, bass-o-matic backing tracks with the assumption that they'd eventually be replaced by someone with sweeter, more melodious tones. In the end, it was Raf's voice that characterized and personalized The 2 Bears. Over its twelve tracks, Be Strong conjures up that elusive spirit of the dancefloor without pretension, and with ultimate precision. It's a soul record in that it's from the soul, wearing its imperfections with pride. It's a dance record in that it'll get you off your seat. It's a London record in that it couldn't have come from any other city in 2012, echoing the gloriously schizophrenic sound of a late-night cab ride listening to a radio with a mind of its own.  Received a 7.3 rating from Pitchfork No exports outside North America.
     
     
    PRINZHORN DANCE SCHOOL "Clay Class" (DFA - DFA 2282) CD   (UPC: 829732228229 - CDPRINZClay)
    PRINZHORN DANCE SCHOOL "Clay Class" (DFA - DFA 2282) LP   (UPC: 829732228212 - LPPRINZClay)
                               ***Way back in 2008, the mesmerizing austerity of PRINZHORN DANCE SCHOOL's debut album stood out from a self-indulgent and socially unconcerned musical landscape like John the Baptist at a hunt ball. The people who got it really got it. The people who didn't, really didn't. A Guardian reviewer gave it two different ratings, just to be sure.
    Three years later, the aspects of Prinzhorn Dance School's music which non-believers previously found most bewildering and divisive-its starkness, its somber wit-feel more in tune with the times. In response to the warmth they'd experienced playing live to responsive crowds all across Europe, TOBIN PRINZ (voice, guitar, drums) and SUZI HORN (voice, bass, drums) were determined "to bring in some color and some tenderness" to their second album. "If you're going to face up to really difficult underlying themes," says Prinz, "sometimes the best way to do that is to let a bit of optimism in there." And while optimism is not a quality with which this band's name was initially associated, the celebratory undertow of "The Flora and Fauna of Britain in Bloom"-"a tin of mixed fruit on a special occasion"-confirms that the light at the end of the tunnel does not always have be an oncoming train.
    It's hard to think of a band whose music gives a more thrillingly clear picture of what living in the 21st century is actually like. And from the livid call and response of "Your Fire Has Gone Out" to the sensual domestic harmony of "Sing Orderly," this not-so-difficult second album will entrance skeptics and re-convert the converted. The bell has sounded for Clay Class. It's time get your hands dirty. Vinyl includes a digital download coupon. No exports outside North America.
     
     
    COLLEEN GREEN "Milo Goes to Compton" (Art Fag - AF 018) LP   (UPC: 655035018812 - LPGREENMilo)        
                               ***COLLEEN GREEN has accepted reality, and to deal with it, she candidly describes the components of hers-heartache, separation and true love-on her first album, Milo Goes to Compton. Inspired by the honesty of freaks like Mike Hunchback, the shit-fi of DIY bands like The Thermals and Nobunny, and all the poppiest melodies of her favorite singles, stoned songwriter Colleen Green delivers the original pop soundtrack to the days you spend in a daze. This half-hour, eight-song album runs the gamut in musical styles, from Ramones-ripoff pop punk to dreamy, stoned drone to getting-ready-for-da-club shit. It's dumb, dirty fun for the most part, but it's also sweet and sincere. Listen once and you will understand that it's as real as the girl herself.  Limited to 500 on green vinyl.  Includes a comic insert and digital download coupon.
     
    *COLLEEN GREEN "Cujo" (Art Fag - AF 017) 12"   (UPC: 655035018713)
     


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    “SEPTEMBER” PREMIERE! BRAND NEW MUSIC FROM THE SHINS

    “SEPTEMBER” PREMIERE! BRAND NEW MUSIC FROM THE SHINS

    The Shins chose www.recordstoreday.com to premiere their brand new song, “SEPTEMBER”, the B-side of the “Simple Song” 7” single that will be in stores next week, and a little appetizer for their March 20 full length Port of Morrow. Check out the Video at http://www.recordstoreday.com!

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    Music New Releases 2-14-12

    Amos Lee - As The Crow Flies Amos Lee - As The Crow Flies
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    The six-song collection of previously unheard songs, As The Crow Flies, were recorded during the sessions for Lee's critically acclaimed album Mission Bell, which was produced by Calexico frontman and multi-instrumentalist Joey Burns.
    Heartless Bastards - Arrow Heartless Bastards - Arrow
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    On Heartless Bastards new record, Arrow, the eccentric, hypnotic nature of songwriter Erika Wennerstrom's voice is captured by producer Jim Eno (Spoon) who helps blend the bands driving, straight-forward Rock 'N' Roll into a record that sounds unique and refreshing. Arrow instantly feels fearless and marks a major step forward for a band who continues develop with every release.
    Howlin Rain - Russian Wilds Howlin Rain - Russian Wilds
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    2012 release, the fifth album from the San Francisco-based Roots Rock band. Equal parts dust, groove, Folk, Rock, dirt, mercury, earth, barn, chaos and gamble, beer, water melon sugar, the Eel River and the great land that surrounds it, all sewn into classic Americana songs full of luscious melodies and hip grinding grooves.
    Punch Brothers - Who's Feeling Young Now? Punch Brothers - Who's Feeling Young Now?
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    Punch Brothers line-up includes some of the most impressive and widely respected musicians performing today: Chris Eldridge (guitar), Paul Kowert (bass), Noam Pikelny (banjo), Chris Thile (mandolin and lead vocals), and Gabe Witcher (fiddle).
    Islands - Sleep & A Forgetting Islands - Sleep & A Forgetting
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    Islands' 2012 album A Sleep & A Forgetting continues the band'spenchant for crafting adventuresome and infectious state of the art pop music.
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    Movie New Releases 2-14-12

    Owl City - Owl City: Live From Los Angeles Owl City - Owl City: Live From Los Angeles
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    Eagle Rock Entertainment will bring the concert film Owl City: Live from Los Angeles to Blu-ray.
    Tv On The Radio - Nine Types Of Light Tv On The Radio - Nine Types Of Light
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    Nine Types of Light, the amazing visual component to TV on The Radio s acclaimed album Nine Types of Light was nominated for the 2012 GRAMMY Award in the category of Best Long Form Music Video.
     - Lady & The Tramp - Lady & The Tramp
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    all in love with Walt Disney's Beloved Classic, Lady and the Tramp! Experience the thrilling adventures of Lady, a lovingly pampered cocker spaniel, and Tramp, a freewheeling mutt with a heart of gold. This heartwarming tale now charms a new generation of families and fans with its exquisite animation, unforgettable songs and one of the greatest love stories of all time.
     - Lady & The Tramp - Lady & The Tramp
    New Blu-Ray: $44.99

    Fall in love with Walt Disney's Beloved Classic, Lady and the Tramp! Experience the thrilling adventures of Lady, a lovingly pampered cocker spaniel, and Tramp, a freewheeling mutt with a heart of gold. This heartwarming tale now charms a new generation of families and fans with its exquisite animation, unforgettable songs and one of the greatest love stories of all time.
     - Very Harold & Kumar Christmas 3d - Very Harold & Kumar Christmas 3d
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    Following years of growing apart, Harold Lee (Cho) and Kumar Patel (Penn) have replaced each other with new friends and are preparing for their respective Yuletide celebrations. But when a mysterious package mistakenly arrive at Kumar’s door on Christmas Eve, his attempts to redirect it to Harold’s house ends with the “high grade” contents – and Harold’s father-in-law’s prize Christmas tree – going up in smoke.
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