Missed Connections

Kindness’ Album Title Hints at the Origin of Disco

Douglas Wolk reveals the story behind an Eddie Kendricks classic.

05.09.12

Douglas Wolk

Essays, Features, Music Technology

Could Indie Bands Learn How To Tour From Umphrey’s McGee?

The Chicago-based jamband knows how to cater to its superfans.

05.08.12

Rob Mitchum

Listen

CHAPPO Burst With Inertia in “Explode” — Song Premiere

Brooklyn band’s aural take on inertia.

05.04.12

Mike Ayers

Hive Five

Mick Jagger, Comedian

If you got no expectations, consider these classic Jagger funny moments.

05.04.12

Phillip Mlynar

Lists

Hive Five: A Brief History of Death Cheatin’ Musicians

The Grim Reaper came knockin’ and no one was home.

04.24.12

Jim Allen

Interviews

Huh?: Jason Pierce Explains Every Spiritualized Album Cover

Tour their artwork with the band’s main man.

04.23.12

Michael Tedder

Mix of the Week

Twenty-Four Songs For Four-Twenty

Hazy playlist for a hazy day.

04.20.12

Steven Aguiar