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Welcome to New Music Tues - The Blog....

It began almost 6 months ago on a whim for some friends who wanted to find out about new bands on the scene and who seemed to enjoy my taste in music. It grew a little and then people wanted a blog, so here it is. I listen to a lot of music every week some new, some old, some good, some horrible and I send out my thoughts to all those who want to listen. By no means am I a music critic, I can't play an instrument or would I get up in front of people and try so I am just a music fan and that is all.

The Blog will be a place for all those albums I can't get to on a Tuesday, all those little extras that I want to toss on such as exciting music news or other tidbits. It will be updated every Tuesday for sure, but depending on time it will be updated fairly regular

Tuesday, July 8th -

Killer Mike - I Pledge Allegiance to the Grind II - Released July 8th

Well, Killer Mike used to have some great lyrics, some hard hitting political statements and a great flow to add on top of all of that. Please note the term "used to" now he is just a standard gangster rap drone. His flow hasn't left him, but most of the album is about how the man is keeping him down and how he f's his ho's. 17 tracks at least 4 minutes long for every track this was a trying experience to battle through. It is hard to find a gem in this mix, perhaps when I have enough energy for a second listen it will come out. Save your money.

Paul Potts - One Chance - Released September 18th, 2007

Alright, this is not an album you may like, or ever buy. Here is the story on why I own it and my thoughts. I was watching The Hour with George S. (who is losing his cool with the whole Hockey Night in Canada ads.) and Paul Potts was on the show. This guy was on Britain's Got Talent and the ever popular Simon Cowell was a judge. The actual comment on the show when Mr. Potts stepped up to the mic was "Let's get this over with". Mr. Potts is a sadly ugly fellow with classic British teeth. But then he started to sing, and the world stopped! This guys voice was out of this world amazing. One of the judges started to cry, a bunch of the audience started to cry and he received a standing ovation when he concluded his performance. He won the show and has become very popular over in Europe. Much like Pavaratti (Who I also have much respect for), it is not an album I will listen to very much. But give me a snowy day with a book and a cup of coffee and you have the perfect time to check out Paul Potts. If nothing else check out his youtube.com performance.

Podcast Central

Ahh more new stuff to bring to you. Well, I listen to a few podcasts on a regular basis. Radio 3's podcast with Grant Lawrence and NPR's podcast "All Songs Considered". I will bring up possible discussion or highlights from each every week and perhaps it will bring some more new music to your ears (which is the entire purpose of all of this really)

This week on NPR's All Song Considered they did a feature much like I did last week on the Best of 2008 so far. First track and the one that was getting the most votes when I voted was Panic at the Disco... yeah. I am not a fan of Panic at the Disco, I appreciate their talent of course, but lead singer's Brendon Urie's vocals give me that nail on chalkboard feeling. But good for them for releasing an album that a ton of people enjoy. What's your favorite album of the year so far??? Let me know! Other artists featured on this week's NPR podcast included: MGMT, Islands, Girl Talk and one of my favorites (although not in my top 5) Frightened Rabbit.

Radio 3's Podcast recently did a Summer Mixtape, a good podcast featuring some of Canada's best. For those who know me, you know I love mixtapes and can not think of a better gift then a mixtape. So, thank you Grant Lawrence and Radio 3 for giving me a great mixtape. Here are some highlights. Trant's favorite band Ladyhawk leads off the mixtape and as we travel along we hear from other great Canadian Indie bands such as Weeping Tiles, Said the Whale, Corb Lund and the Wet Secrets. Check out the whole playlist at http://radio3.cbc.ca/ go to shows and it is pick the episode #163.

I will be posting some more reviews from today later this week, look out for new album releases from Albert Hammond Jr. (of the Strokes) and Ratatat's new release LP3.

Pemberton Samplers - Samplers are $2 each. Order yours today by e-mailing me at sopossible@gmail.com. Only missing a few bands who I can't seem to find their albums. Over 20 tracks to get you amp'd for the best Festival of the Year.

Phew, a busy day of music. Hopefully you enjoy it. Just like the newsletter that you will all still receive in your e-mail this blog will grow as the readership grows. If you have friends or are just coming across this for the first time and want to be added to the mailing list for the newsletter send me an e-mail to sopossible@gmail.com. If you have suggestions or comments please let me know, hopefully you enjoy some of the music I suggest and if you have some suggestions of bands for me to check out let me know.

- Dave