Once: Falling Slowly

Who's With Me???

Kanye, Rihanna, N.E.R.D., Lupe Fiasco. BTW, am I getting old? I didn't know who Lupe Fiasco was until last week, but his Web site is superstar-sweet and he's from Chicago!

Michael Jackson Fans Unite

I couldn't be more excited about the recent release of the "Thriller 25th Anniversary" album, which includes new mixes featuring Fergie ('Beat It') and Akon '(Wanna Be Startin' Somethin''). For the record: Michael Jackson is one of the most amazing artists of our time and it's sad what he's become in recent years. Either way, how fun is this!!?!!?

Pocket Full of Sunshine Sample

In case you missed The Hills (so called) finale last night, the best thing that came out of the show was definitely Natasha Bedingfield's new song, "Pocket Full of Sunshine." It looks like the album is being released on January 22, so in the meantime, please enjoy the full version, as well as a quick sample of my new favorite song. Pocket Full of Sunshine Pocket Full of Sunshine Pocket Full of Sunshine Pocket Full of Sunshine Lyrics lyrics pocket full of sunshine lyrics

"Your love, your love is 7 feet deep"

While I've been a fan of Citizen Cope for quite some time, I thought it was about time I share my love with all of you. If nothing else, on his latest album, "Every Waking Moment," check out "107 Degrees." Love, love, love it.

Citizen, if you're listening, please come to Chicago. Please?

The Good Pandora

If you haven't checked out Pandora.com, you must. It's an online radio service that helps you discover new music through the Music Genome Project. Simply type in your favorite song or band and they will suggest songs with similar “melody, harmony, instrumentation, rhythm, vocals, lyrics.”
No matter if I type in the corniest of 80s bands or a latest release, 9 times out of 10, I have a new playlist I love within seconds. For Facebooker’s, Pandora just launched an application for your personal page.

Lollapalooza Revamped

I had a blast yesterday at Lollapalooza (until it poured down rain) and heard great bands – some long time faves, and some soon-to-be new faves. Among my favorites of the day were Stephen Marley, Regina Spektor and STS9.

I also had the honor of meeting Perry Farrell, Jane's Addiction frontman, one of the original founders of Lolla and responsible for bringing the revamped, "green" show to Chicago – for good.