Aquarium Drunkard — The music of Laraaji is defined by its joy. Born Edward Larry Gordon, Laraaji’s music draws from many sources, including his studies of Eastern spiritualism, avant-garde minimalism, and Gamelan rhythms, but it connects directly to his days working ... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — Thirteen prime slices of hallowed gospel from the Kentucky born Stovall Sisters and The Swan Silvertones to Mississippi’s latest stars, the Como Mamas. I’ve heard some say that God is dead. Others, that he comes in the form of the dollar bills t... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — Nearly two decades into their career, it makes sense that Drive-by Truckers would be releasing another live album, their first since 2000’s Alabama Ass Whuppin’. Given that their catalog has grown to ten studio albums, there’s a wealth of mater... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — On Southland Mission, Phil Cook has hit his stride. The record, which found him weeping upon listening back to demos alone in a cabin in Gailax, VA is a testament to the community of inspiring and talented individuals Phil has reveled in and continu... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — Here in the west, it’s finally starting to feel like autumn. As the sunset comes earlier each evening, it’s been hard to get Joan Shelley’s beautiful Over and Even off the turntable. Deep hued and haunted, it’s built on simple blocks that add... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — In 1962, a young left-handed guitarist from Texas named Barbara Lynn Ozen penned a song called “You’ll Lose a Good Thing.” More than 50 years later, the song continues to resonate with audiences: It was a chart topping hit when released and was... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — A funny thing happens toward the end of “Cowards Starve,” the second song on Detroit post-punk quartet Protomartyr’s third album, The Agent Intellect. Singer Joe Casey delivers a weird, cutting line, as a synth buzzes in the distance: “I’m ... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — Time flies. Ten years of genre-bending, freeform interstitial airwave debris – black sand blues, green swamp fuzz, psych, soul, garage, funk, jazz and beyond. 2005-2015. Decade – Celebrating Ten Years Floating In The Ether Transmitting somewhere ... more info

LargeHeartedBoy — Literary Hub shared a list of Catholic literature. The Guardian examined the history of feuds between pop stars and the press. The Rumpus interviewed author Deborah Reed. Calvin Love shared three cover songs at Aquarium Drunkard. Read the winning ess... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — AD / NYC. Aquarium Drunkard – CMJ 2015 – No Jacket Required. October 16th at Rough Trade in Brooklyn. Tickets available, here. More details next month. . . Protomartyr ~ Drinks ~ Omni ~ Car Seat Headrest ~ Yoko & The Oh Nos ~ Modern Vices ~ Lemon... more info