Slowcoustic — Apparently the above photo (from National Geographic) is "Spring in Calgary".nbsp; Yes, it may feel like this at times, but seriously?!nbsp; I find we, as Canadians, fight the impression by the rest of the world that we are simply an ice field with b... more info

My Old Kentucky — Our good friend and partymate for SXSW, Justin Gage (aka the Aquarium Drunkard) is releasing a pretty amazing FREE compilation/cover album through his label Autumn Tone Records called RAM On L.A..The album is a charity cover album of Paul McCartney's... more info

Gorilla vs. Bear — Our good friend Justin Gage, proprietor of Autumn Tone Records and founder of L.A.'s best music blog, has recruited some of the finest bands from his hometown of Los Angeles to cover the twelve songs that make up Paul McCartney's classic 1971 solo re... more info

Pasta Primavera — Tonight Baltimore is sporting some fine musical events and we couldn’t be happier.  Over at the Gspot Ted Leo and Cale Parks perform.  Not sure if this is sold out (the DC and Philly shows are) but it most likely will (or it already is).Â... more info

Pasta Primavera — Hey there!  Baltimore is hoppin’ tonight with some sweel shows at two swell venues.  The Talking Head has what is sure to be a stand out show with Jukebox The Ghost, Pete & J, and Pretty & Nice.  Head over to Howard St. to the Ottobar f... more info

Pasta Primavera — Tonight in DC there’s good sounds all around town.  The Red and the Black have a new favorite of mine, Hooray For Earth along with No Compromise.  The Black Cat has the Radar Brothers and Aerialist while DC9 has The Childballads, The King ... more info

Pitchfork — Holiday-themed charity comps: truly, they are the gift that keeps on giving. I mean, you can purchase a copy of the digital-only I'll Stay 'Til After Christmas collection, plunk a burn of it in Junior's stocking (I mean, um, ask Santa to do it), and ... more info

Pitchfork — Photo by Joanna CoolidgeCome one, come all, and witness the return of Come! The Thalia Zedek-fronted 1990s indie rock mainstays and Matador Records alums have scheduled a lone full-band performance, taking place November 15 at Castellón, Spain's Tea... more info

Pitchfork — The Eagle Rock Music Festival will host its 10th annual event in the titular Los Angeles neighborhood on October 4.Crystal Antlers, Abe Vigoda, Earlimart, Mika Miko, Radar Bros., Pierre de Reeder (Rilo Kiley), Dublab Soundsystem, Build an Ark, the Pa... more info