All About Jazz — The Chicago-based instrumental "post-rock" band Tortoise (pictured), whose members are also involved in their hometown's sprawling improvised music scene, is coming to St. Louis* on Tuesday, September 29 to perform at the Firebird, 2706 Olive, just w... more info

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All About Jazz — By: Ron Hart Tortoise It's been five years since Chicago's intrepid instrumentalists Tortoise released new material, but that hasn't slowed fan appreciation or band reflection. Following 2004's It's All Around You, Tortoise released The Brave and ... more info

All About Jazz — Actual Proof's full-length debut CD is now available for download on CDBaby. Individual tracks, the entire album, or a hardcopy of the album can be ordered through the site. About Actual Proof Actual Proof is a unique jazz-fusion/funk quartet t... more info

Dlisted — Even though that turtle is dead, stuffed, dehydrated and shellacked, it's still more sane in the brains than Courtney Love. Earlier this morning, CLove posted these pictures on her Twitter of her in bed with a taxidermy turtle. Yes, it's co... more info

XLR8R — Later this month will see the beginning of Thrill Jockey's new 12" single subscription club. Seven limited-edition records will be available exclusively to mail-order customers, featuring slabs from Tortoise, Javelin, Mi Ami, and other label fav... more info

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XLR8R — Given the success of the Tortoise remix series of the '90s, Thrill Jockey is releasing a new limited 12" featuring two new remixes of tracks from Beacons of Ancestorship. "High Class Slim Came Floatin' In" gets the remix treatment from Japa... more info

My Old Kentucky — Ahhh...another year, another Pitchfork Music Festival. I'd be lying if I said there was another festival I looked forward to more. The vibes are good, the people are (mostly) friendly, and the majority of bands actually appeal to me. And with ticket ... more info

JamBase — Images by: Chad Smith Pitchfork Music Festival :: 07.17 - 07.19 :: Union Park :: Chicago, IL Friday, July 17 Bathroom Line The Jesus Lizard The Jesus Lizard Tortoise Yo La Tengo Built To ... more info