TOTD - Suuns - "Edie's Dream"

Today's track, "Edie's Dream", is by one of my staple bands for writing, Suuns. Though this four piece out of Montreal is difficult to categorize, I would say their music is layered rock with a side of patient electronica.

"Edie's Dream" will be available on their brand new album, Images Du Futur which is officially released on March 5, 2013. But, if you like what you hear, you can find their debut over at iTunes or check them out on tour . If you would like more info on Suuns, or want to connect socially with the band, you can also check them out on Twitter and Facebook.

As a bonus, their label, Secretly Canadian Records, has also made the tracks Arena and Up Past The Nursery available for free download. Just follow the links or head on over to their label.

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Music Monday - Kasabian

Reading Festival:   capacity 75,000.
Leeds Festival:      capacity 75,000.
T in the Park:        capacity 80,000.

The headliners...Kasabian.This English rock band are deservedly massive.There is no way around this statement...except for here in North America.

Maybe it is because their music is as unique as the band members themselves. But that is one of the reasons I rely on them when writing and editing. Their albums are filled with heart-thumping-anthems positioned right next to songs influenced by the psychedelic and the rhythm of Motown. They are always keeping you guessing, and engaged.

This brazen group are the current Kings of England. But it didn't happen over night. Since their debut album, Kasabian in 2004, their catalogue has provided us with songs that have had them labeled electronica, rock, indie to pop. With tracks like "Club Foot", "L.S.F." and "Underdog" leading the way, these UK chart toppers have something for everyone.

If you would like to connect with the band check them out on Twitter. You can also stream their latest release, "Velociraptor" here, before you buy it iTunes. Or if you want, you can also check out their entire back catalogue over at iTunes here.

NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing these VEVO official videos, most likely iOS users, you can check out their official videos over on YouTube.

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Music Monday - Noel Gallagher

Photo Credit: My front row seat.

Admittedly, my passion for music borders on an obsession. I guess attending hundreds of concerts and amassing what appears to be an endless collection of new and old music can do that to you.

With so much to choose from when writing or editing, relying on legends is something I do quite often. The songs are familiar, there is an established relationship, and there is something to be said about a pace you know and obviously love. But this week's artist, the one and only Noel Gallagher, is also arguably one of the best lyricist of all time. Yes, I just said that. But come on North America, quit labeling him with fights that mostly happened a decade ago and recognize him for what his is...a legendary musician and artist. Plain and simple. Plus, he is just so damn cool.

His current band, "Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds," have a self-titled smash record across the globe. They are also currently co-headlining festivals across Europe and will be on their way back to North America for a third time to tour this record.

So do yourself a favor this week, everyone knows he doesn't need the money, and buy this album at his official store or on iTunes.  If you already have it, follow him on Twitter, check out the best unofficial website  Oasis Newsroom, or see if there are any tour dates near you.

Oh and about his first little project, Oasis, I will save that for another day.
                           

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Music Monday - I Am Kloot

Photo Credit: I Am Kloot

For over a decade I have been listening to this Manchester trio with the hope of seeing them live, just once, across the pond. But now five spectacular albums in, and still no trip from either of us, I have had to let that dream fade somewhat. But that has not affected my love of their music, especially when I am writing.

With a sound that fuses indie with jazz and folk,  I Am Kloot are a three piece filled with extraordinary artists. With a lyrical style as unique as song titles "86 TV’s" and "A Strange Arrangement of Color," Bramwell writes songs any painter or writer could instantly appreciate. Some dark, some playful, these heartfelt lyrics would be empty words without the the tempered basslines of Peter Jobson and the unique jazz influenced drum kit of Andy Hargreaves.

Photo Credit: I Am Kloot

Now I will not pretend to be the first in the world to suggest you should be listening to  I Am Kloot, but I am okay with that. But, you really should be. After listening to a few of the tracks below, you can purchase any of their CD/LP's, including the Mercury Prize nominated "Sky At Night", at their on-line store or via iTunes.

If you would like to connect with the band socially, you can follow them over on Twitter and Facebook. But if you want the inside scoop on anything I Am Kloot, I would really suggest you follow the I Am Kloot Fan club on Twitter.

See you Wednesday for the Track of the Day.

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Music Monday - Elbow

Photo Credit: Elbow

This week my Music Monday thanks goes out to the British Alternative band Elbow. Having seen them live a half dozen times, they were a lock when choosing bands to listen to as I work on my book. These daring Brits have a unique sound that comes from a willingness to experiment instrumentally, while always being anchored by the ethereal vocals of Guy Garvey. Having said that, they are also a band that never changes for the sake of the charts. Elbow writes songs like true artists, expressively going through the joy and pain for the sake of their craft. The obvious love and care for their music creates a journey throughout their albums and even their songs. With lyric and pace often changing mid-track, enough credit can not be given to their multi-talented drummer Richard Jupp. Often called upon to be a magician, Richard sits behind the kit with the wizard-like task of keeping the layers of sound woven together.

Their music so compelling, I have no doubt those new to their music will have found a band they will instantly love. You can find their extensive catalogue of music over at Fiction Records Store and iTunes. As well, I highly suggest keeping an eye out for their b-side compilation, "Dead In The Boot," which is available August 27.  If you would like to keep in touch with the bands releases, tour dates, etc., you can follow the band on Twitter and on Facebook.

While you are out music shopping, why not check out their amazing Olympic theme "First Steps," which is available in the UK from HMV and 7 Digital, with a portion of proceeds going to two different charities.

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Music Monday - Peter Bjorn and John

Photo Credit: PB&J

Is it Monday already...?

No matter the day of the week, the buzz you will get from this band will make it feel like a Friday every time you listen to them. The band I thank this week, Peter Bjorn and John, also known as PB&J, is an indie-rock band out of Sweden who have been playing together since 1999.

With the bulk of their music living within a globe of bobbing pop tracks, PB&J have a deep catalog for those moments of jump you may need as a writer or an artist. With tracks filled with exuberance and clap-alongs, PB&J  make it really difficult for anyone not to have fun and get lost in their music. Case in point, I recently listened to the frenzy building track "Objects Of My Affection" 90 times in a row while editing.

If you like what you hear below, check them out on iTunes or follow them on Twitter.

Thanks for the music Peter Bjorn and John, and I will see everyone tomorrow for the Track of the Day!

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Music Monday - Suuns

Photo Credit: Suuns

"I could feel the sweat build as I crept down the alley way filled with silent shadows. But that calm turned out to be short lived as I leapt back, gripping the broken brick that surrounded me. My ears wide in disbelief as the shadows began to scream off the walls. It was true, I was still alone, but my senses were not. They were filled with collisions of snares, keys screaming and the shredding of strings."

That is how I would describe this week’s ‘Music Monday’ live performances. Suuns ,a four piece out of Montreal, is another band that I rely heavily upon when writing. Their music, difficult to put into one category, is somewhat a mix of rock and electronica that is unique to say the least.

Their debut album from 2010, “Zeroes QC,” is filled with tracks leaving the patterns of pop behind with vocals shifting from the soft to the altered. For me, it is the hypnotic pace in their songs that really allows me to immerse myself in my writing.

But what is next for Suuns, I am not quite sure. The last I read, they were recording new tracks for their follow up to their debut, which I sincerely hope is due out sooner rather than later.

If you like what you see, or listen to below, you can find their debut over at iTunes or see them out on tour during the first week of December in Europe.

If you would like more info on Suuns, or want to connect socially with the band, you can check them out on Twitter and Facebook.

As a bonus, their label, Secretly Canadian Records, has also made the tracks Arena and Up Past The Nursery available for free download. Just follow the links or head on over to their label.

See you next Monday!

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"Music Monday" - The Vaccines

Credit: Leon Diaper

“Thou shalt avoid two hour trips back and forth to Toronto in the middle of winter for late night concerts.”

I made that promise about a week before hearing a pulse pounding EP by this week's band.  So with great anticipation and a broken promise, I skidded down the highway to the legendary "Horseshoe Tavern" in early January of 2011 to watch their North American debut.

This weeks ‘Music Monday’ focus, and another band that I listen to while writing,  is “The Vaccines." They are a four-piece indie rock band out of London seemingly born into hype and comparison. In this case, just like "Oasis" and "The Beatles", “The Vaccines”, face big shoe comparisons, namely the Ramones and The Strokes. But just like the Gallagher brothers, they have so far lived up to the lofty expectations.

Now, at the beginning of all this hype in late 2010, "The Vaccines" were musically nothing more than a two track EP that was limited to 1,000 copies! But, with the blistering tracks “Wreckin' Bar (Ra Ra Ra)" and “Blow It Up”, the hype was rolling and upon first listen, 100% correct. Their music was that good, and dare I say it, that fun.

So with lofty comparisons leaving little room for error, their debut album, “What Did You Expect From The Vaccines?”, which followed in March of 2011, did not disappoint. With it coming in at just 36 minutes, it is an unbelievable caffeine kick. The intense pace and bounce of their music are some of the reasons this band is in my playlist for writing. The garage rockabilly sound of the ‘50's in tracks like “If You Wanna” will instantly grab you, while a track like  “Wetsuit” leaves you joyfully scratching your head at its mix of decades.


Though "Music Monday" only comes once a week,  my friends, colleagues and students are bombarded daily by my passion for great music. So it didn't really surprise me that "The Vaccines" really struck a chord with many of my high-school art students. So much so, that one of them made these amazing prints pictured to the right. She actually ended up getting them signed for me with the band saying things like "Thanks for spreading the word." and "Good Teaching!"  She gave them to me with a note thanking me for my four years teaching her, and the music I filled my room with. Needless to say, "The Vaccines" are a band, a broken promise, and a student I will never forget. So thanks for the music and the inspiration.

Now below you will find two tracks off their debut album as well as their first single, "No Hope", off of their new album "Come Of Age." If "No Hope" is any indication of their second album, out September 3, "The Vaccines" will clearly be skipping over the sophomore jinx.

If you like what you here below, you can order or pre-order their album from iTunes or The Vaccines Music Store.

Or, if you would like to connect with them socially, check them out on Twitter and Facebook.

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Music Monday - Stereophonics

I am a little nervous to say this, but I actually have over 4,000 songs by this UK rock band, both live and official, waiting patiently to be played in my music collection. This may seem a bit obsessive, but for those of you who have seen them live, or have ever seen my music collection, I think you would understand. Well, maybe a little bit.

So this week I thank the band "Stereophonics", a musical constant for me for over twelve years, and a band that has inspired not only my pace of writing, but the characters within.

Like most bands that have had the huge success they have, it has not come without their share of tragedy and change. But what has been left untouched, no matter the line-up, is the truth that they are one of the best live bands you will have the pleasure of seeing. For a person who has attended more concerts than he would like to admit, that is saying a lot. I have seen this band play in front of thousands of rowdy fans, and all the way down to just a dozen of us stuffed inside of a kitchen. No matter the venue, it is that passion that keeps me coming back.

But that is just one of the many reasons that I had to include them in my playlists for writing my first novel. Their creative lyrics, more stories than song, have helped to create epic anthems for every generation to enjoy. Their passion and their lyrics are equally matched by the ripping lead guitar of Kelly Jones and the backbone base of Richard Jones. With my book now entering it's editing stage, and the band having a new album due in October, I am sure they will keep their rightful place at the top of the list.

Below I have tried to select a few tracks to try and capture their range of lyrical story and also the passion of their live show. After watching below, if you would like to hear more from the band, I would suggest starting with their Best of Album, which can be found here: iTunes - Decade In The Sun.

Credit:  TCT

If you would like to connect with them socially, you can find them on Twitter as well as on Facebook. For more detailed background information on the band, check out the top fansite WordGetsAround.org.

Finally, if you would like another way to connect with the band, why not visit Teenage Cancer Trust. It is a charity dear to the band and one that helps improve the lives of children and teenagers dealing with cancer.

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Music Monday - Turin Brakes

Photo Credit: My House

It goes without saying that not all bands are a great companion when doing something creative. There is no textbook answer for the reason why, but some music just seems to interrupt those moments when things just seem to be flowing. However, with Turin Brakes, a band that I have listened to for over ten years, their songs have managed to never fall into that trap.

So with my headphones on, this week my “Music Monday” thanks is given to a band difficult to define but easy to listen to. Go ahead and Google them...you will find them listed anywhere from rock to eclectic to folk. The lack of a singular genre for Turin Brakes is true because depending on the track, Olly Knights and Gale Paridjanian are fearless. Their willingness to experiment has lead to a diversity of sound and lyric, which are the main reasons I include them in my playlist while writing. While some of their songs are full of intimate harmony, others are played with such fervor, that to this day I don't regret the import charges I paid for their debut album, 'The Optimist LP', from across the pond all those years ago. :)

Now, have a listen for yourself below to three carefully selected tracks I hope will have you hooked. If you like what you hear below, you can find their music at:       iTunes          Turin Brakes Shop

If you would like to follow the band, check out:
Twitter    Facebook         Official Website      Ether Site - a great Fansite

Or, if you would like to support the band in a different way, click the link below. It will direct you to iTunes and there you will be able to purchase their cover of "Chim Chim Cher-ee", yes that song, with all proceeds going towards homeless shelters.

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Music Monday - Ryan Adams

Photo Credit: PaxAm

This week's "Music Monday" blog is about Ryan, not Bryan, Adams. Though the confusion caused by the one letter is understandable, their music could not be further apart. Just think of the "B" standing for adult contemporary and the "R" representing everything else.

With that annoying confusion now dealt with, I want to give a big thank you to Ryan Adams for being an inspirational part of my daily writing routine.

With such an extensive catalogue, I have to admit it has been very easy to find something for any scene when choosing Ryan for my early morning writing sessions. His style ranges from alternative country, like those tracks done while with Whiskeytown, all the way to his rock-out tracks like "This is It," found on his 2003 release "Rock & Roll". Now more recently with his 2011 singer-songwriter release "Ashes & Fire", Ryan has given listeners yet another genre to choose from and furthered his artistry as a musician and lyricist. 

The lyrical 'gift' that Ryan has as a writer helps him paint canvases of song like all master lyricist have done before him. You will find it also allows him to effortlessly guide the listener through his three minute tales of honesty, heartbreak and pizza. Now putting his laugh out loud humor aside, he is the first to admit some of his songs can be slightly depressing. But with his candor, passion and skilled guitar playing at the forefront, he will keep you listening no matter his inspiration, nor your mood.

Now take a minute out of your busy Monday and watch or listen to a few tracks off of his 2011 release "Ashes & Fire". Both tracks below were performed solo this past December for KCRW, a leading supporter of new music from around the world.

If you like what you here, you can purchase some of his catalogue over at the PaxAm Records Store, they have vinyl, or to connect with him check him out on Twitter or Facebook. I would really suggest following him, especially if you are a big cat lover or remember the band RATT...you will see. Finally, if you are in a giving mood, why not stop by and support the non-profit radio station KCRW and all of the musicians that they promote.

Have a great Monday writing and make sure to find a little time for some music.




(The entire session can be found here: KCRW Ryan Adams, December 2, 2012)

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Music Monday - My Morning Jacket

Credit: MMJ

"I can't even see their faces."

That was my first impression as I watched some band from Kentucky walk on stage with enough hair to make a bald man cry. As they began their set, opening for the UK band "Doves", they grabbed my attention again with the melodic pace of  "At Dawn." But it was sixty seconds into the second song of their set, "The Way That He Sings," that a life long fan was born. It has now been ten years since that first impression of "My Morning Jacket" was formed, and it is their music that I am thankful for the most.

"My Morning Jacket", the band for this week's Music Monday, are a five-piece whose music I struggle to define and whose live show is similarly beyond words. But like the bands I have blogged about in the past, I owe them thanks for bringing something unique to my writing routine.With influences from Motown to Led Zeppelin and from Synth to Funk, their organized chaos of soulful rock has kept me on task when writing, even when the distractions of life are at their highest.

Now when you have been playing for fourteen years, released six full length studio albums, and toured as intensely as they have, a bands sound often goes through a few changes, not to mention haircuts. But with the diverse range and passion of Jim James vocals and the rhythmic base of Tom Blankenship being a constant, their music has just continued to grow. Their songs now so layered, it really is difficult to focus on one element to thank. Whether your ears are filled with the intensity of drummer Patrick Hallahan , the multi-talented Carl Broemel on lead guitar or the dancing keys of Bo Koster, I guarantee you will not be disappointed.

So it is with the utmost sincerity that I give thanks to "My Morning Jacket" for their music, their energy, and their candor as they continue to unknowingly make an impact within my writing.

If you like what you hear below, why not add some of their music to your day:
iTunes        MMJ Store        ATO Records
However if their music is already spinning on your turntable, then why not check them out on tour. For those readers in the US and Canada, beginning in August they are hopping across North America and are donating $1 from each ticket sold towards a local charity. So why not get out there and listen to some live music and support your community.

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Music Monday - The Joy Formidable

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The Joy Formidable

I have never been, and will never be, a one track consumer. I equate that to buying only the ear from one of Van Gogh’s self-portraits or just the arm of Michelangelo’s 'David'. It just does not seem right. The songs on an album are delicately mixed and painstakingly ordered with a hope, by some, that a visceral feeling will be had throughout the journey of an album. However, this is not always done successfully as songs get placed three tracks too soon, the wrong songs discarded as b-sides and some that simply interrupt the pace of the album.

But when an album works, it just does. One band I can confirm was successful at this, and to boot on their first full length album, was "The Joy Formidable." They are this week's “Music Monday”, and the band I wish to thank for unknowingly aiding in my writing.

My thanks centre mostly around “The Big Roar”, the 2011 debut album by “ The Joy Formidable ” and the fact it is another staple for listening to when I am writing. This three piece Welsh band is fronted by the breathtaking fire of Ritzy Bryan who rips through her strings and delivers strong, and at times, haunting vocals. Though the lead vocalist takes the burden as the face of most bands, the experimental base rhythms of  Rhydian Dafydd and the wide eyed drumming of Matt Thomas are not to be ignored. The result, a true team of North Walian characters able to create an honest energy within their album and on stage. This is so refreshing when it seems to be lacking in so many other artists who live and die with a manufactured sound.

It is this energy that I feed off of when I write. However the pace at times so intense, I find it's not for every day writing. But if you are a person who creates, then you know when that extra push is needed, and this album delivers it. With tracks like “The Everchanging Spectrum of a Lie” and “Whirring”, it is very easy to get lost in the whaling guitar as I sit and write from the eyes of my protagonist. But to the bands credit, I am just as easily kept within character listening to the more experimental tracks such as “Maruyama” and the Rhydian vocal track “Llaw=Wall”.

With their music already so full of sincerity, it is a rush to watch their live show jam packed with pure electricity. They have no need for the flash of lights nor screens of distraction, as the band and their music are more than enough to keep you transfixed. With a new album in the works for later this year, this is one band you will want to have a listen to. Just make sure to turn it up.

If you like what you hear below, why not support the band and their music by visiting:

The Joy Formidable on Twitter      U.S. Shop       iTunes         Europe Shop

If the music is already in your library, then visit Filmaid.org and support "World Refugee Day", something close to the bands heart.

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Music Monday - The Rural Alberta Advantage

Photo Credit: The RAA

Those that have to write before the sun rises, or after it sets, would know that routine presents itself with some unique obstacles. But for me, the challenge of the widening yawn in the early morning is no match for a steaming pot of tea and some great music. But this post really has nothing to do with the tea I drink, its Mango Mate, and everything to do with saying thanks to "The Rural Alberta Advantage."

For those of you who are not familiar with this Canadian band, I would suggest pretending that you are if you are around any of the "cool kids." With a fabulous live show and dedicated fan base, this three-piece play a style of indie-rock folk that is boldly visual and could easily be transferred onto a canvas. Their music is filled with the acrylic tales of their lives both past and present, with no attempt at hiding the loose brush hairs. With each song having a unique rhythm born from towns left and hearts changed, they easily mixed themselves into my writing routine.

Both of their full length albums, "Hometowns" officially released in 2009, and their follow up "Departing" released in 2011, have received critical praise across North America. If you like what you hear below, support their great music by visiting:  iTunes, Saddle Creek Records (US) or at Paper Bag Records (Canada)


Thanks...

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Music Monday - The Smokin' Barrels

A huge musical range of genres and decades help feed my writing and this new UK band, The Smokin' Barrels, are now included. First hearing about them through the positive support thrown their way by musical legend Noel Gallagher and perennial festival headliners Kasabian, they instantly made it into my playlist. Add to that the Banksy influenced cover on their second EP "Mindless Self Indulgence" and The Smokin' Barrels had a permanent spot.

As you listen to this three-piece they will bring up anthem memories of Oasis and Stereophonics mixed with the modern UK sound of Arctic Monkeys. Have a listen to "I'm Coming Down", an anthem track that is full of pacing bass and ripping guitar. If you want to hear more, which I am betting you will, head over to iTunes or connect with them on Twitter.

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Music Monday - Everest

Like most of you I am sure, it is daunting to find new music in this age of streaming radio and endless selection. Having access to stations from New York to London, it is just easier sometimes to listen to my classics.  I can only imagine what a new band faces as they try to get their music to the right ears. For me, except for a few friends and a handful of on-line blogs, it comes down to seeing them live. It was in 2008, opening for Neil Young, that Los Angeles based rock and soul band Everest had their opportunity with me. Seeing them twice on that tour and again in 2010, Everest easily cemented themselves into my rotation, especially when writing. Their new album "Ownerless" is set for release June 26, their follow up to the successful 2010 album "On Approach". Give them a listen.

"Let Go" Acoustic for WNRN Radio

"I've Had This Feeling Before" Live for KCRW

"Fallen Feather" Live in Boston.(Don't miss the drums in the last 2 minutes)

If you like what you heard, head on over to Everest Live where you can download a ton of live shows from their 2010 tour for free. Or better yet, check them out on tour this summer with Alberta Cross:
7/5/12 Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall*
7/6/12 Columbus, OH @ The Basement*
7/7/12 Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot – Pike Room*
7/9/12 Allston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall*
7/10/12 Philadelphia, PA @ Johnny Brendas*
7/12/12 Washington, DC @ Rock N Roll Hotel*
7/16/12 Nashville, TN @ The High Watt*
7/17/12 St. Louis, MO @ Off Broadway*
7/19/12 Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge*
7/22/12 San Diego, CA @ Casbah*
7/24/12 Los Angeles, CA @ Troubadour*
7/25/12 San Francisco, CA @ The Independent*
7/27/12 Portland, OR @ Peter’s Room*
7/28/12 Seattle, WA @ The Crocodile*
7/29/12 Vancouver, BC @ Media Club*
*with Alberta Cross


Credit to all original posters..

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Music Monday - Adam Yauch

"You inspire what I do."

Five simple words that are said too little and often too late. This was evident once again this weekend with the outpouring of admiration for Adam "MCA" Yauch. Adam, a co-founder of the ground breaking hip-hop band the Beastie Boys, passed away on Friday after battling cancer since being diagnosed in 2009. Artists from Sonic Youth, Jay-Z, Eminem and Red Hot Chili Peppers made sure to tell the world the impact that Adam made on their music and lives. 

For me, the song that will always be in my head by the Beastie Boys is "Sabotage". Released in 1994, "Sabotage" is a rapid mix of hip-hop and hard rock and can be found on their studio album Ill Communication. 

Now as the news spread on Friday of Adam's passing, tweets and interviews were not enough for some and impromptu performances to honour him began to surface. One that stood out to many was this heartfelt cover by Coldplay of the Beastie Boys classic "(You've Got to) Fight For Your Right (To Party)."

"Who inspires you?"

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Music Monday - Jack White

When I think of the Renaissance men of music, Jack White III is right at the top of the list.

Jack is best known for his dynamic performances with his first band The White Stripes. But when Jack and Meg White took what turned out to be a permanent hiatus, The White Stripes became the catalyst for his ever growing resume.

The juggling of two new bands, producing albums for a range of artists from Conan O'Brien to Jerry Lee Lewis, all while working on his first solo release seems normal for him.  But unwilling to rust away, or just unwilling to rest, he has now been tapped to score Disney's upcoming film "The Lone Ranger" starring Johnny Depp.

Whats next most ask? My money is on Jack switching from guitar to paint brush to touch up a few faded spots on the Sistine Chapel ceiling.

Now try and take a few minutes in your busy week to watch or listen to this Renaissance artist.  First, a performance of one of The White Stripes hits filmed during his "Amex Unstaged" show in New York, which was directed by Gary Oldman.  But if Jack White's music is not your cup of tea, I would recommend the first few minutes of the "Inside Look" video below to see what happens when Jack accidentally bloodies Mr. Oldman.

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