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Kata Rokkar’s Albums of 2010: 25 – 1

5089 days ago
kata rokkar...25. The Books – The Way Out Vastly experimental on all levels and as usual, admirable to no end. The Books did it again with The Way Out, while still a bit more accessible than their last few records, this album dives deep into the art of sampling ... more info

Top 10 Best Electronic Albums of 2010

5091 days ago
melophobeSPOILER ALERT!!! Daft Punk’s Tron Legacy soundtrack did not make this list. Neither did the latest offerings by scene stalwarts Massive Attack, Underworld, Röyksopp, Goldfrapp, or Cassius. Why, without solid contributions from The Books and The Ch... more info

Kata Rokkar’s Music Videos of 2010

5096 days ago
kata rokkar...The Books “A Cold Freezin’ Night” Kanye West  “Runaway (Full-length Film)” LCD Soundsystem “Drunk Girls” Judgement Day “Cobra Strike” Weekend “Monday Morning/Monongah, WV” Arcade Fire  “The Suburbs” Blockhead “Th... more info

wednesday morning updates

5098 days ago
Totally FuzzyMihai Vancea said... The Books - The Way Out (2010)- Review - There is something for everybody here; there are jokes, poetry, melodies, and a charming goofiness, witty and introspective. The Way Out is altogether a very original record that proves yo... more info

The Books + Black Heart Procession - Aladdin Theatre (Portland, OR; Dec. 3, 2010)

5100 days ago
melophobeI thought I liked the Books. Before I saw them perform at the Aladdin Theatre, though, I had no idea. No idea at all. I thought I liked Black Heart Procession, too. That still holds, but their performance in the opening slot on Friday night, unfortun... more info

show review: The Books at the Palace of Fine Arts

5104 days ago
kata rokkar...I’ve only been to the Palace of Fine Arts once to see and act and that was this year’s Jonsi tour. I was beyond impressed with the atmosphere, cleanliness, and sophistication of the venue as well as the near perfect sound. So you can image my exc... more info

What's going on Saturday?

5123 days ago
Brooklyn VeganOs Mutantes @ Fun Fun Fun Fest (* more by Tim Griffin) today in NYC * The Books @ Zankel Hall * Marc Medwin @ The Stone * Richard Barone @ Maxwell's * Henry Threadgill @ Roulette * Lindstrom @... more info

Video: The Books' "I Didn't Know That"

5140 days ago
XLR8R Leave it to New York sound artists The Books to make something out of anything. First, they made one of the most interesting and enjoyable albums to be heard this year out of self-help tapes, recordings of children's stories, and other piece... more info

The Books “I Didn’t Know That” (video)

5142 days ago
Culture BullyMusic video for "I Didn't Know That" by the Books from the group's 2010 release, The Way Out. more info

the last batch of friday updates

5159 days ago
Totally FuzzyGumshoe said... First off, if you haven't heard Masters Of The Hemisphere's "I Am Not a Freemdoom," you haven't lived. Check out a looong review and photos of the accompanying comic book (yes, this is a concept album) ... PLUS a full download of 200... more info

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