Liz Phair (pictured) made me both happy and sad today. Why? Well, her label is rereleasing her groundbreaking 1993 album Exile in Guyville on June 25th — apparently the album is out of print, a fact I find pretty hard to fathom — and Liz is going to perform all of Guyville in New York in late June, to be followed by dates in San Francisco and her hometown, Chicago. Now, it’s sad because the repressing is (ostensibly) to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the album’s initial release (and, no doubt, a nice way to profitably air out the Phair archives), and that my memories of that album involve too many brews in a seedy college bar, screaming singing along to "F— and Run," reminding me yet again how old I am. (If you know of a cure for the "everything is making me feel old" feeling, please let me know, because it’s making nostalgia a real drag.) Oh, and how Phair and her music have changed so drastically since (but let’s not dwell on that now, shall we?).
Age be damned, I’m pretty psyched for the show, if I can con my way in, or if occasionally PopWatch contributor Samantha Xu can. (To quote her: "I’m so excited for it, I’m trying not to pee my pants.") In the interim, if there’s something else that makes you just as stoked as Samantha (current TV shows/movies/music/books/games/websites), let’s have it for the Must List. In the comments below, list up to three, and include your e-mail address so we can contact you if we decide to use your submission in the magazine. Deadline is tomorrow, Thursday, May 22, at 10 a.m. ET.
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1. Cash Cab on Discovery Channel! Ben Bailey is the greatest!
2. theonion.com
3. stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com
1. gawker.com, especially gawker stalker. it’s a smart and witty blog that not only provides awesome commentary into everything pop culture, but allows me to see all the celebrities that have been roaming nyc recently
I don’t think this a fair post. You say her music has “changed,” which implies that it’s a bad thing, and that we shouldn’t bother talking about it. Why don’t you explain HOW her music has changed? Why don’t you explain exactly what it is about her newer music that bothers you so much? Artists inevitably evolve, and the self-titled album “Liz Phair” has more energy and melody and variety than all of “Whip Smart” combined. “Exile” was a once-in-a-lifetime album, and to endorse that but dismiss any other Phair album because it’s not “Exile” is so limited. It seems like you have more fondness for yourself at 20 than you do for the actual music.
1. Tim and Eric Awesome Record, Great Songs!! Relive all the greatest musical moments from seasons 1 and 2! There’s “Doo dah doo doo”, “Salame”, “Come Over”, and “Dirty Socks.” There’s even a cover of “Wipe my Butt” by the Shins!!!!
Really into female singer/songwriters at the moment…
1. Katy Perry – I Kissed A Girl (hilarious on so many levels, but so catchy and danceworthy)
2. Sandi Thom – The Devil’s Beat (her first CD was a nice balance of pop/folk/rock and judging by this song it looks like she’ll top herself)
3. Nicole Atkins – Maybe Tonight (the song is so theatrical and great and the video is a great accompaniment to that)
Flight of the Conchords – “Ladies of the World” video on YouTube:
and
“Moonlight” episodes on itunes. Watch a few episodes and get hooked. Then visit http://moonlight-united.com/ to find out what you can do to show your support!
Must See: Phantom Planet’s “Do the Panic” video. Inspired by old Sam Raimi movies, this fun video has what every indy rock junkie wants. A catchy track, zombies and even groovy visuals.
See it at
GIRLS LIKE US…the book about singer/songwriters Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon. Although I have been a fan of each, I’m not sure I would’ve picked up an individual bio on any of the three. But combining their stories into one book was a pretty good idea. Good job, Sheila Weller!
The web comedy series Jesus People from the indie comedy network (on youtube) is the smartest thing I’ve seen since the second season of The Office. Do yourself a favor…
1. Freddy Rodriguez as Gio on Ugly Betty has been a revelation in the past couple of weeks. He’s turned me from a Benry to a Getty shipper in just one moment–”I want to be THE guy!”
2. Death Cab for Cutie, “Narrow Stairs”–new #1 album from this indie band ROCKS!
Top Chef- Chicago. The tension between Spike and Dale is too great to resist
Flight of the Conchords cd
Lost Seaon Finale- promises to be brilliant.
It’s a little obvious but Grand Theft Auto IV – That game’s such a blast!
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. A whole lot better than the first one.
1. HBO shows on iTunes. Swearengen goes where I go now.
2. Death Cab’s new album. Too good.
3. DOLLHOUSE & FRINGE trailers on the net this week. At least one of these is coming in the fall. Cannot wait!
Jesus People is really good. I am a big fan of The Larry Sanders show and it really reminds of that kinda feel. Good job!
There is usually nothing worth watching on youtube, unless your into watching idiots be idiots but there’s a series called “Jesus People” that I think is pretty smart, sardonic tongue-in-cheek type of humor! Really worth watching!
1. http://fourfour.typepad.com/ : Rich Juzwiak’s Monday re-cap of America’s Next Top Model gives me a reason to watch the show and look forward to Monday mornings.
2. “I Decided,” the new single from Solange Knowles. The perfect song to showcase the artist that has been living in big sister’s shadow.
3. Nestor Carbonell as Richard Alpert on LOST. Who cares why he has never aged if he stays this hot forever?
You need to check out iChannel, on youtube[ http://www.youtube.com/ichannel ] and at http://www.connectwithi.com
I Channel is a web series that asks “Is your life worth watching?” It’s part Truman Show, part Lonelygirl, and part make-your-own adventure. “I” wakes up one day to learn his life is being broadcast without his permission, and his audience is communicating with him via video and text, offering advice, direction and general guidance. Comments viewers make on each episode drive the action for the next episode, and it’s so great to see one of your comments make it into the series! It’s innovative, incredibly well-acted and has terrific production values. I can’t recommend it enough!
Start from the beginning at the youtube link above.
Gio from Ugly Betty.I have been in love withthe actor since Dead Presidents but on Ugly Betty he makes me blush. His character is not only sweet but sauve.
Turner Classic Movies. The month of May was Frank Sinatra month, a must see. They have been showing some of his old tv specials.
Top Chief. Counting down the days when Lisa is finally kicked off.
Must List: The Comic Book Edition!
– “Secret Invasion”
– “The Invincible Iron Man”
– “The Amazing Spider-Man”
~Janet Jackson Tour Announcement~
Years in the making since “Control” Janet is hittin the road with dance moves Madonna would die for! Her performances show she can compete with the best of todays popstars.
As a Christian, i’m kind of tossed about the Jesus People series on youtube. On one hand, it is dead-on. On the other, it hits close to home. I hope the world doesn’t think ALL Christians are like this… but I think it is a “must see”.
Coldplay’s new song “Viva la Vida” is absolutely the best thing they have put out in years. It’s quickly going to the top of my 25 Most Played list on iTunes.
Also, “Pocketful of Sunshine” by Natasha Bedingfield is one of the happiest songs I have ever heard. I’ve already made it my summer anthem.
I might be late to the party, but I just spent the last 3 days reading the Stephenie Meyer’s books: Twilight, New Moon, & Eclipse. A fun book is a fun book, I don’t care how old you are! Anxious for the new book in August and the movie in December.
The Book of Bert is a hilarious book ranking the best celebrity mustaches ever.
thecheappop.com!
The cast of Battlestar Galactica: Just start handing out the Emmys now!
The Deadliest Catch- Those men are both amazing and completely nuts! I especially enjoy Captain John on the Time Bandit and Captain Phil of the Cornelia Marie. If only TV writers could create characters as complex and entertaining as these real life men and one or two ladies.
It’s not cool, it’s not hip, but JOn and Kate Plus eight is possibly the cutest show on tv ever. besides the fact that Jon and Kate really love each other (although JOn will never say it out loud) those kids oooze adorability and never cease to make me smile.
Kindertrauma’s
slasher sequels that might have been:
http://www.kindertrauma.com/?p=377
and more slasher sequels that might have been:
http://www.kindertrauma.com/?p=384