Music For Ants — I had just become a fan of Pomegranates, psych-pop band from Cincinnati, before seeing their Friday show at Pygmalion Festival, so I was anxious to see what they had to offer. I was able to catch two songs I recognized, the summery “Everybody... more info

Pop Tarts Suck Toasted — 10. Jay-Z - "99 Problems"; John Elway was the last person to truly go out on top, retiring with two Super Bowl wins in a row and then riding off into the sunset. Jay-Z almost pulled off the feat thanks to an album of stellar tracks and "99 Problems" ... more info

Its Getting Boring By The Sea — The best links from the previous 30 days.Introducing The Drums, The Antlers and The Morning Benders.I met up with The Cribs (Inc. Johnny Marr)Brand New discuss illegally downloading their own album.Julian Casablancas debuted his solo material with '1... more info

5 Acts — The Antlers seem to be playing everywhere these days. This evening they'll be at DC9 with Shapiro and Holly Miranda. Doors open at 8:30 and the show starts at 9:00.The Antlers on MySpaceThe Antlers on The Hype Machine more info

Big Apple Music Scene — These ticket are on sale now: Gov’t Mule listening party and performance at Brooklyn Bowl on September 30. FREE Warren G (yes, that Warren G) at Music Hall of Williamsburg on November 6 and Bowery Ballroom on November 10. Tickets Bob Weir, Rob Was... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — The Antlers @ Bowery Ballroom in May (more by Ryan Muir) Tickets are on sale (@ noon) for the BrooklynVegan 2009 CMJ showcase at Music Hall of Williamsburg. A limited number of CMJ badges will also be let in. Coming... more info