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Insomnia Radio #108: Aggressive

October 30, 2006

When I squeeze 11 tracks into one hour, that means two things:

1) Less chit chat from your host.
2) A healthy dose of loud and heavy rock and roll.

This episode is ideal for a long stretch of road, and perfect for your headphones. Do NOT listen at work, or any environment that would prevent the volume being turned up all the way. It all kicks off with brand new music from The Thieves!

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Aggression:

Special Mention:

  • A loud thank you to Rabble, this episode’s sponsor. Rabble is kinda like myspace for your cell phone, but even better!
  • Thanks to IODA Promonet
  • Thanks to IR Baltimore & IR San Fran for introducing me to Richard Bitch, Laid, The Making, and 9mm
  • Currently at the IR Forum there are over 12 mixtape compilations, 4 forum only episodes, and much more…
  • Still looking for hosts to do IR:NYC and IR:Seattle if anyone’s game?
  • Congrats to Like Summer, the winner of last week’s poll!

Question of the Week:

  • To DRM or not to DRM (listen for details)
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IR Orlando #11: Horrorlando

October 26, 2006

OK kids, we have very special episode for you this week! It’s special for 2 reasons: first, I have a guest with me – my friend Su has agreed to be a victim… er, I mean, to be a co-host for this episode, and second, all of the songs on this episode deal with death, destruction, loose women, murder, mayhem, monsters, and… well, you get the idea…
Hope you have as much fun listening as we had putting it together!

1. HCA | Halloween Comes Again
2. HCA | You’re Gonna Die
Formed in 1988 by childhood friends Terry and Chris, HCA is still cranking out great music after all these years. The Green Goblyn Project was started by Chris, who is still an active HCA member as well. They have a new EP coming out soon on Bony Orbit and are also very proud to be on the new Bony Orbit compilation, along with Hot Water Music, Green Goblyn Project, the Dwarves, Against All Authority, Electric Frankenstein, and Wolfy Lonesome, among others – buy it at the Bony Orbit Records store.

3. The Libyan Hitsquad | Streetlight Killer
The Libyan Hitsquad formed in 2001, signed to Bony Orbit Records in 2003 and almost called it quits for good in 2006. Their EP ‘Death in Jerusalem’ is out on Bony Orbit and receiving some great reviews. With the exception of 3 upcoming shows, they are currently taking a hiatus to regroup and work on some new material.
Oct 28 8 pm @ The Sports Page w/Jucifer, Satellite Beach, FL
Nov 10 8 pm @ Churchills w/Marky Ramone, Miami, FL
Nov 11 8 pm @ Churchills w/Marky Ramone, Miami, FL

4. The Obscene | Ultraviolent
The Obscene are another Bony Orbit Records band that has been on the scene for a long time. They have a 2006 album that called ‘Death Rides a Pale Whore.’
Oct 26 8 pm @ The Haven, Winter Park, FL
Nov 11 6 pm @ Churchills w/Marky Ramone, Miami, FL

5. The Hex Tremors | Jezabel
I don’t have a whole lot of info on these guys, but their blues-based songs of murder and mayhem fit right in on the show! Find them on the Florida’s Dying label.
Nov 9 10:30 pm @ Copper Rocket Pub, Maitland, FL
Nov 18 9 pm @ The Social (Anti*Pop Music Fest w/Mezzanine, The Vanity Plan, The Hold)

The Green Goblyn Project

6. The Green Goblyn Project | Bloodspattered Bride
7. The Green Goblyn Project | Devilskin Suitcase
Cape Canaveral-based Green Goblyn Project was formed in 1996. They have 5 self-released albums, numerous compilation appearances and have established a national presence with non-stop touring. Their latest album, ‘The Secret World of Parasites,’ along with several earlier ones can be ordered from Bony Orbit Records.

8. Derek Lyn Plastic | Walk the Dead
These guys have 3 7′ vinyl releases available at only 5 bucks each, postage paid. Their newest release, ‘Methamphetamines,’ has only been out for a short time and you can order it from them at their MySpace site or from the Florida’s Dying website.

Rocket 88

9. Rocket 88 | Mission Control
MySpace
The Rocket Men have returned with their original line-up and their recent CD ‘Alien Attack’ showcases their talent for ‘juxtaposing vintage rockabilly with outer-spaced themes.’
Catch them live:
Nov 17 10 pm @ The Copper Rocket Pub, Maitland, FL
Nov 25 10 pm @ House of Blues bar, Orlando, FL

10. Voodoo Hodown | Voodoo Dance
MySpace
from their MySpace bio:
‘Legend has it that Voodoo Hodown arose from the swamps of central Florida in early 2003. It was then that an elderly voodoo shaman took them in, gave them their sacred voodoo names, and taught them to respect the voodoo spirit. Since that time, D.W., Mojo Resin, Voodoo Vinny and Mattissimo have been keeping their promise to deliver a unique blend of classic, southern and progressive rock stir in a gator growl and some lively crickets, and you’ve got Voodoo Hodowns own brand of swamp rock.’
Sounds like: ‘Being chased by an angry gator in the swamps of Florida.’

11. Jonathan Coulton | Re: Your Brains
MySpace
And finally, I could NOT resist playing one of my favorite songs, even though it’s not from someone in Florida. This singer/songwriter/musician just completed an amazing run of productivity in the form of a podcast called ‘Thing A Week.’ It consisted of a new song, written and produced each week FOR A WHOLE YEAR. Lately he has been making appearances in support of his good friend John Hodgman (he plays the PC in the new Apple ads and you may have seen him on ‘The Daily Show with Jon Stewart’), who is doing a book tour for his very funny book ‘The Areas of My Expertise.’
If you like this song, rush over immediately to Jonathan’s website, where you can see tons of artwork inspired by his songs, plus you can buy merchandise, albums, individual songs (plus there are some free downloads), ring tones, and post on his forum. Oh yeah, and he’s still doing a weekly podcast for Popular Science magazine! JoCo rules!

I was also hoping to include a song from Wolfy Lonesome & the Devil’s Band but couldn’t get the mp3 in time. Check ‘em out anyway – the debut CD can be ordered from Bony Orbit.

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IR: San Francisco #23 – Don’t Blame Amy–Blame it on a Lack of Sleep

October 24, 2006

I’ve had this playlist sitting in my iPod for the better part of three weeks now, and not even a severe lack of sleep would prevent me from finally putting it all together in a show for you. Rockin’ good local music, as well as a killer Thriving Ivory tickets and CDs giveaway. Listen up and enter to win!

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I’m not worthy:

I’m equally not worthy:

To enter the contest or to send me heaps o’ praise or condemnation: scott (at) insomniaradio (dot) net.

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IR Orlando #10

October 19, 2006

Wow, I’m finally in double digits! It’s been fun so far – I hope to bring you lots more great Central Florida music in future shows.
I’d love some feedback from my listeners: where do you listen to the show?
If you’re in Central Florida, have you fallen in love with any bands that you had never heard before? Have you caught any of them live?

The Music:
Biogenic | Without You
Biogenic came together in late 2005. They pride themselves on the collaborative nature of their songwriting – every member of the band has a hand in the process. They are currently working on their debut CD. Catch them Nov. 2 at AKA Lounge in Orlando.
Nov 22 7:30 pm @ State Theater, St. Pete, FL for Bodog Battle of the Bands (Round 3)
Jan 14, 2007 1:45 pm @ Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL for TV taping of Rockin Idol

Spacebar | Things Change
An excellent band that I’ve played before, spacebar signed with their label,
Silent Majority in April 2006. They are hard at work on their new full-length record. Catch them at the Anti*Pop Music Fest in November

Danny Feedback | Operation Chop Chop
They have described their sound as David Bowie and Sonic Youth on crack, and unabashedly say the band is in it for the money, the drugs and fame. At their live shows they aim to be the band you remember, whether they go on first or last. Their debut CD is ‘The Worker King and the Queen Bee.’
Nov 10, 8 pm @ Copper Rocket Pub, Orlando, FL

The Queues | Harmony
The Queues’ debut EP is due Oct 31. Single ‘OppositeMilkDay’ available now from Bulldog Audio. Go check out the Bulldog Audio MySpace page for CDs, merchandise and all sorts of special offers!

The Sweetkisses | Last Summer Day
They have been working on a CD and have a bunch of songs recorded, but no official word on when that will be released.
Nov 3 8:00pm @ Austin Coffee & Film (acoustic) Winter Park, FL

Clock Hands Strangle | The Soul of the Universe
They were recently signed to Gainesville’s Orange Records and will be releasing their first full-length CD in early 2007.
Look for plenty of tour dates in the meantime:
Oct 26 2006 8:00pm @ The Beta Bar, Tallahassee, FL (w/ Gettysburg)
Oct 27 2006 8:00pm @ The 7 Venue, Atlanta, GA
Oct 28 2006 8:00pm @ Good Karma Cafe, McComb, MS
Nov 10 2006 9:30pm @ 1982, Gainesville, FL (w/ The Headlights)

Holidaysburg | Stay Here Tonight
MySpace
The 4 members of Holidaysburg have put their previous experience together to meet ’somewhere in the middle of punk rock’s fuzz-laden urgency and the lazy Sunday jangle of classic country music’.
In the summer of 2005 the band released its debut record, ‘A Better November;’ a ten-song chronicle of good times and hindsight, low flying planes and powerlines, friends in cold places, and Jesus.’ Available at their shows and at CD Baby.
Nov 3 8:00pm @ Austin Coffee & Film [unplugged], Winter Park, FL
Nov 4 11:30pm @ Half Times Sports Bar – DeLand Music Festival, DeLand, FL
Nov 14 9:00pm @ Central Station w/ Plan A (from Knoxville, TN), Orlando, FL
Nov 17 9:00pm @ The Poorhouse w/ Truckstop Coffee, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

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IR: San Francisco #22 – Parcourse

October 18, 2006

This week’s episode features SF indie band Parcourse, including five tracks from their two EPs and some conversation live from Specs bar in North Beach. Enjoy!

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This episode is NSFW.

From their self-titled debut EP:

  • Us
  • Nightclub

From their new EP, Names of Battles:

  • The Ballad of Betty and Billy
  • With Me
  • Everything Must Go

CD Release Parties:

October 19 at The Uptown (Oakland)
November 8 at The Rickshaw Stop (SF)

More Info / Contact the Band:

Website
MySpace

Contact me at scott (at) insomniaradio (dot) net.

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Parcourse: The Ballad of Betty and Billy

October 18, 2006

Parcourse

Take the hook-laden swirl of 60’s Britpop, mix it with the DIY aesthetic of mid-90’s lo-fi indie rock, and you get Parcourse. They are poppy without the sugar, introspective without the melodrama, and melancholy without the sadness. Their new EP, Names of Battles, is easily identifiable as the soundtrack to the uncertain world of this new millennium.

OK, so admittedly I’m no Lester Bangs

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IR Chicago #1

October 18, 2006

At long last IR Chicago hits your ears with Episode 1, featuring 4 great tracks. It’s short, but it’s sweet.

Remember to subscribe: feeds.feedburner.com/irchicago
Feedback? Chicago@insomniaradio.net

Braam: Sugar High Blues
Site | Myspace

Oh My God: 14
Site | Myspace

The Hubbards: It’s Been A Good Day
Site | Myspace

Cool Waters Band: No Use Denyin’
Site | Myspace

Talk to you soon;
Corey @ IR Chicago

IR Chicago #1 mp3


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Insomnia Radio #107: Music, Motion, Mayhem

October 16, 2006

Running Time: 48minutes

IR 107 finds us exploring a tale of two motion soundtracks, reggae ‘n’ roll from Germany, the next undiscovered Nirvana, a rare track from the Shakes, and more great music from around the world. Also: I play a dirty trick on you (but for the greater good), and IR gets a new permanent theme song! WOOT!

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The Real Talent:

Shouts, Mental Doodles, Lost Thoughts

  • Epitaph Records (Wiki)
  • Cazart!/Universal
  • Magnet Media Services
  • New IR Theme Song by Jamal Buchet of Blame Amy
  • Chance Treasure Hunt #3
  • I’m looking for new hosts for IR: New York & IR: Seattle
  • We’re giving away $5,000 worth of prizes in November! More details soon
  • Does anyone know a site or software that will generate music buy links in iTunes/Rhapsody/eMusic all at once?

Artist Of The Month Winner: KERBSLIDER

Your Favorite Artist From IR #106: FAMOUS

Thanks as always for sticking around, listening, and sounding off.

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IR: San Francisco #21 – Rogue Podcast

October 11, 2006

I know I keep saying this, but I really should NOT take too much time away from the mic. My delivery gets sloppy, I start making no sense, and I haven’t even had anything stronger than coffee to drink today. No matter, at least the music is stellar, which is why you should keep coming back in the first place!

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Music you will love:

Rogue Wave: Publish My Love
Citizens Here and Abroad: Accelerator
Tomihira: Loveubye
Exit Clov: Beast Simone (Friends of the Family, courtesy of Insomnia Radio: Baltimore)
The Don’ts: Plastic
Mates of State: Goods (All In Your Head)

Shouts:

Donate to help with Rogue Wave drummer’s medical expenses
Insomnia Radio ..105 (with yours truly as cohost)
Insomnia Radio: Baltimore

Contact me at: scott (at) insomniaradio (dot) net, send me an Odeo voicemail, or hit me up on MySpace.

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Insomnia Radio #106: Waging the War Against Suck

October 9, 2006

Running Time 59minutes

Like many episodes of IR, this one came together at the last minute (starting to think this is a GOOD thing!), and leans heavily on the rock. Aside from the killer tracks, there’s a lot on my mind, including IR going open source + why the mainstream is failing bands who find exposure there. Please enjoy the show, and remember to listen for the Chance Treasure Hunt questions throughout!

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Ear Candy:

Talkback:

  • Insomnia Radio goes Open Source?
  • Why is the mainstream failing artists?
  • Chance Treasure Hunt: Week 2
  • Favorite Artist Voting: Feedback & Thoughts

Promos & Plugs:

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