March | 2011 | Those Who Dig

Videos

Aloe Blacc – Loving You Is Killing Me

March 15, 2011

Oh man. Aloe Blacc debuted his video for "Loving You Is Killing Me" today and it's everything I could want from an Aloe Blacc video and more. It's minimalistic, showcases his killer dance moves, and has him in a dance-off with a child who apparently has extra joints all over his body. How can you not love this guy? He's brimming with soul and charisma. Plus he's so damn stylish. The only downside here is that the video is set to an alternate version of the song that's not as good as the album cut. No matter.

News

New Paper Crane Collective Post

March 15, 2011

| Kyle

This week's edition of Those Who Dig's bi-weekly series "All Time Top 5" is now up over at the Paper Crane Collective. The theme this week was "Album Closers That Weren't" – or great songs from great albums that would have been perfect album closers. There's some tunes to listen to, pretty pictures to ogle at, and of course brilliant commentary from yours truly so head over and check it out!

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Mar 6-12, 2011

March 13, 2011

| Kyle

It's time once again for Weekly Roundup where we recap some interesting music-related news items and share some of our favorite songs and videos of the past week.

Label Year

Introducing Label Year

March 10, 2011

| Kyle

Today, I am introducing a new feature called Label Year. The idea is for me to buy and listen to all the pieces of music a selected record label releases throughout the full calendar year then write about each one. Read on to find out more, including which label I've chosen for 2011.

The Shrine

Ben Folds

March 10, 2011

| Kyle

I'll always love Ben Folds. It's true, the man will always hold a place in my heart. Something about his vocals and piano lines just fuckin' gets me. It's pure nostalgia through and through, I know this. It's also a continuation of my recent pinings for the straightforward pop rock of my childhood.

It's about time for his Shrine induction and a video from my wee high school years.

Diggity Damn Good Tracks

Nyle – Hey Pop

March 10, 2011

| Kyle

I feel like Nyle's new mixtape, Trailer, isn't getting nearly enough love. I've had it on repeat for a few days and he's definitely a talent to be reckoned with. "Hey Pop" is one of the more heartfelt tracks on the album. It's an ode to his father and an apology for not being closer.

Nyle – Hey Pop

The Shrine

Son House

March 9, 2011

| Kyle

Son House (1902-1988) was a Baptist preacher, prison inmate, railroad worker, and legendary blues musician.

A forthright songwriter – his earnest, open, unmistakable style and message, have earned him a special place in American music history alongside names like Muddy Waters and Robert Johnson.

"Looked like it was 10,000 people standin' around the buryin' ground. I didn't know I loved her, 'til they let her down."

Son House: Death Letter Blues

Diggity Damn Good Tracks

Belleruche – 3 Amp Fuse

March 8, 2011

| Kyle

I really like throwing the word "epic" around in my ramblings about music here at Those Who Dig. I probably shouldn't use it so liberally based on the nature of the word, but fuck it – lot's of things just hit me in big ways. Like this track from London's Bellruche. Epic.

News

Broken Bells – Windows

March 8, 2011

| Kyle

The boys of Broken Bells, who were behind my favorite album of last year, have announced a new EP is on the way. Meyrin Fields will feature four new tracks (including "Meyrin Fields"). This is pretty damn good news since Mercer and Danger Mouse have been pretty lackadaisical committing to any future collaboration.

Broken Bells – Windows

New Releases

Lupe Fiasco – Lasers

March 8, 2011

| Kyle

I feel like it's my moral duty to remind everyone that the four year wait for a new Lupe Fiasco album is over today. I've been spinning Lasers non-stop for the last week, and despite all the Atlantic bullshit behind it (that's a rant for another time – love ya, Lu!), it's really fucking good. Lupe's a man with a message and his thoughts on positivity, personal growth, and an end to hypocrisy still come through loud and clear. Society and the rap world both need this man so go buy the album and absorb it.