It's a good day for fans of music. Fader posted "Walkabout", the first song from the upcoming Atlas Sound album Logos (due Oct 20th on Kranky). It's a dreamy pop number that features Panda Bear (Noah Lennox) on vocals.
I toured for a period in Europe with Animal Collective, whose band dynamic was very inspirational to be around. On the bus, we often played improvised iPod games. We would take turns formulating a theme or unifying concept and then play three songs. The goal would be for everyone to try and figure out the theme. During one of these games, someone played 'What Am I Going to Do' by the Dovers. I was amazed at the hook-- a weird organ thing with drums and electric bass. I mentioned to Noah [Lennox] that someone should really sample that riff. He agreed and he taught me a little about sampling and matching up beats. This ended up as the collaborative effort 'Walkabout'.
Also new trippy as hell Black Moth Super Rainbow video. It's like soulfood. If you're weird.
And last but not least, here's who's confirmed for an appearance at the 2009 Fun Fun Fun Fest. GZA, the Jesus Lizard, Atlas Sound, Melt Banana, King Khan & BBQ Show, Why?, Broadcast, and Red Sparrowes. That's November 7th & 8th at Waterloo Park here in Austin. Can't wait to see GZA the genius. I'm slowly but surely checking all living Wu-Tang Clan members off of my 'haven't seen yet' list. Which reminds me August 9th at Emo's Method Man, Redman, and Ghostface Killah get tickets here.
