World's Fair

“Fat kids, fear and white priviledge - Britpop’s favorite outsider is back,” - Seattle Weekly [READ MORE]

“Ask him about his new life in Paris with his fashion-industry missis Camille, if it’s all smoking Gitanes in cafes with Charlotte Gainsbourg (with whom he recently collaborated), and he replies, ‘Ah! I see you’ve been spying on me!’…” - San Francisco Examiner [READ MORE]

“Of course, you can’t always win with Cocker. When Jarvis giveth, he taketh away.” - Portland Mercury [READ MORE]

The Stranger reveals how “Running the World” came about. [READ MORE]

Artist: Jarvis Cocker
Album: Jarvis [LISTEN]
Label: Rough Trade
Street Date: April 3rd, 2007
Formats: Enhanced CD, mp3
Shop: Amazon | FYE | Itunes | Emusic | Insound

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Sadly, due to scheduling conflicts, The Postmarks have had to cancel dates in Aspen, Denver and Norman OK (May 5-7)

Apologies to everyone involved and hope to see you all next time around!

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“Friend of Norah Jones escapes guilt by association by crafting downbeat pop gems that further solidify Denton, Texas’ place as that big state’s indie epicenter.” [READ MORE]

Robert Gomez - “Closer Still” [DOWNLOAD]

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Enter by May 8th at Hip Hop DX, name the first single from Fan Dam and you could win a bunch of CDs and Ts!

In other Definitive news, peep the DJX Celebrity Playlist by James McNew of Yo La Tengo!

El-P tour kicks off on May 1st @ Boston! Peep the full tour dates yo

Video Podcast [DOWNLOAD]

Audio Podcast [DOWNLOAD]

El-P - “Flyentology” (Cassettes Won’t Listen to this Remix) [DOWNLOAD]

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Pela will be filming a show for Fearless Music TV on May 9th. After their performance, there will be a quick Q & A. If there is anything you’ve ever wanted to ask the band, post your questions in the comments section of THIS post and we’ll forward them to the folks at Fearless. If the band selects your question as the best one, we’ll send you a free CD.

Pela - “Lost to the Lonesome” [DOWNLOAD]

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Watch it here or on CBS.com

If you still haven’t picked up your copy of The Jarvis Cocker Record, you have until May 1st to pick it up at a 15% discount at Insound! Make sure to add the code “jarvis15″ with your purchase of the CD.

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Program your Tivo!

… unless you’re at Coachella where Jarv takes the Outdoor Theatre nestled between Peaches and Sonic Youth!

Jarvis’ phenomenal live shows are being well documented on YouTube. Here he is getting paranoid @ Webster:

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Roger O’Donnell continues his collaborations with Dntel, offering up an exclusive remix for the iTunes release of the album.

Meanwhile, on Rogerspace, you can now stream exclusive audio from Roger’s Apple store performances.

Enjoy the video for Roger O’Donnell - “For the Truth In You”

More from Roger O’Donnell.

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Tune in to Fair Game (Public Radio International) at 8pm (EST), April 26th, to hear The Postmarks interview and live set! Click over to the Program Locator to find out when/where you can hear the show in your area… Or hang tight for the podcast.

“From Starbucks to porn…” is the Chicago Tribunes‘ take on The Postmarks..? [READ MORE]

Music Slut and Chromewaves have been tracking The Postmarks on tour!

Prep yourself on the lyrics so you can sing along to the setlist:

The tour continues… Chicago tonight! with Colourmusic just added to the bill!
Apr 25 2007 @ Schubas Tavern, Chicago
Apr 26 2007 @ Cafe Montmartre, Madison, WI
Apr 29 2007 @ Chop Suey w/ MEMPHIS, Seattle
Apr 30 2007 @ Doug Fir Lounge w/ MEMPHIS, Portland, OR
May 2 2007 @ Cafe Du Nord w/ MEMPHIS, San Francisco
May 3 2007 @ Troubadour w/ MEMPHIS, West Hollywood
May 5 2007 @ Belly Up Aspen, Aspen, CO
May 6 2007 @ Larimer Lounge, Denver
May 9 2007 @ The Door w/ THE HERO FACTOR, Dallas
May 10 2007 @ Stubb’s Bar-B-Q w/ THE HERO FACTOR, Austin
May 12 2007 @ WMNF HEATWAVE @ Orpheum Theatre, Tampa, Fl

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Paste Magazine says:

“Soaring anthems, cathedral-bell guitars, a hyper-dramatic singer… Flirting with self-parody, Brooklyn quartet Pela tries to distinguish itself through sheer force of will, slamming home one epic melody after another while frontman Billy McCarthy spews earnest tales of self-discovery and flailing romance as if he were poised on a window ledge, seconds from leaping to his death.”

Pop Matters review:

“Pela’s debut album Anytown Graffiti is one of the more eagerly anticipated releases of the year. Known for their awesome live shows and two well-received EPs, Pela has finally put out a full-length release. It is one of the year’s best. Pela are a self-styled “American” rock and roll band, with Bruce Springsteen, The Replacements, Wilco, and the Hold Steady as guiding influences. That is quite a serious lineage to follow and to compare oneself to. Yet the ambition in those comparisons is more than met by the music, which is charming, humble, passionate, and achingly sad all at once.” [READ MORE]

Long-time fans Music Slut attest that the praise is valid - especially after last night’s *SOLD OUT* Mercury Lounge show:

“Pela’s sound, stage presence and overall musicianship has graduated from the junior to senior level, as displayed with last night’s near-perfect show at Mercury Lounge.” [READ MORE]

Check up on Pela’s Flickr group for the latest photos from their live shows!

Artist: Pela
Album: Anytown Graffiti [LISTEN]
Label: Great Society / World’s Fair
Street Date: April 24th, 2007
Format: CD, digital
Shop: Insound | eMusic | Amazon

#11 at Insound! Enter the code “Pela15″ to get a 15% Discount and a free b-side mp3!

Wed - Apr 25 *CD RELEASE PARTY* @ The Khyber, Philadelphia, PA
Thu - Apr 26 *CD RELEASE PARTY* @ Rock and Roll Hotel, Washington DC
Fri - Apr 27 *CD RELEASE PARTY* @ Great Scott, Boston, MA

Everyone deserves a little Pela in their lives today!

Pela - “Lost to the Lonesome” [DOWNLOAD]

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