The cut “Relationships” didn’t make it on to the initial release of the Friendly Fires debut album.  It was offered as a bonus download for i-Tunes users only, who actually downloaded the whole album.  That was the only way you could get this track for awhile, which is asinine if you think about it.  I…

I heard a bit of nostalgia today as WGN went to commercial break.  These lyrics came through the speakers: “Since you went away I’ve been hanging around/I’ve been wondering why I’m feeling down.” Then, as quickly as the memories rushed into my brain, the song faded into commercial obscurity.  I was instantly transported back to…

http://twitter.com/#!/radstarr/status/76381770592948224 Music makes me want to 1st-sing, 2nd-express my excitement, and 3rd-write my feelings.  This Death Cab For Cutie song has said feelings and excitement, since the inception of hearing it.  Did I express myself good enough?  Just listen…please. Death Cab for Cutie – “You Are A Tourist”

“Live Those Days Tonight” If you happen to miss the Friendly Fires when they bring their live set through town, you’re also missing one huge dance party.  Lead singer Ed Macfarlane is not afraid to get his groove on, making it hard for anyone in the house not to find theirs.  Ed is an amazing…