Spring Break: Sasquatch!

-In addition to an expected appearance by Kings of Leon and a predicted appearance by Bon Iver, this year's Sasquatch! lineup features a ton of Pacific Northwest talent. While I am excited to see Seattle's Fleet Foxes (despite rumors that they suck live), the real spotlight seems to be on the Portland scene, with newer bands like Natalie Portman's Shaved Head playing alongside veterans such as M. Ward and The Decemberists. Even if you haven't bought a CD since the millenium, old favorites like NIN, Jane's Addiction and Murder City Devils will make the festival's steep ticket prices well worth it. The festival will take place from May 23-25th at The Gorge. more

Music Theory: Bon Iver

-I mentioned earlier that Bon Iver's For Emma, Forever Ago was one of my favorite records of 2008. One of the benefits of discovering a band way after everyone else is that they will often release new material before you are even tired of the old material. Such is the case with Bon Iver, who just released Blood Bank EP a few weeks back. It was streaming in its entirety on their MySpace, which apparently now only feature's the haunting title track (below). The Sasquatch Festival lineup will be announced tomorrow, and I am hoping to see Bon Iver on the list, which is rumored to also include Kings of Leon.

Blood Bank - Bon Iver

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