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Legend has it that UK prime minister Winston Churchill, as World War II raged around him, responded to criticism of a proposed increase in England’s arts budget by asking, “Then what are we fighting for?” The quote is bogus, having been debunked by the venerable Snopes.com, but it taps into a real sentiment. Musicians, actors, … Continue reading Cockroaches
A few words about a few local tracks that hit the spot this week (a day early, since I will be wandering around Chicago tomorrow) ### The Chad Sipes Stereo - Thoughts and Prayers Veteran rock quartet's new album examines a country sick with all sorts of maladies that are medicated with all sorts of … Continue reading Weekly Wrap-Up 05.12.22
The fuzzy, slack-happy (slack-sad?) Zells take a ride in the "Hell Car," the second single from their upcoming album, Ant Farm (Crafted Sounds). While The Zells have always cranked up the distortion, slumped their shoulders, and fixed their eyes downward in response to the alienating drudgery of modern American life, they've got a TV sitting … Continue reading Daily Yinz – The Zells – Hell Car
A few words about a few local tracks that hit the spot this week ### Tough Cuffs - It Got Colder Title track from noise punks' new release is a perfect representation of the album itself: grander, more spacious, and (somehow) even more furious than last year's Wasted Pleasure. Droning guitars creep and roar, bass … Continue reading Weekly Wrap-Up 05.06.22
A playlist containing some of the music featured on Bored In Pittsburgh this past month https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DlSCc5vPX7AEY314jxm01?si=694fe0c32027476a April 2022 songs that aren't on Spotify (and where to find them) natural light - black winter salt dirt CHILLER - DEMO 2016 Music En Berlin - Pilots of the Pale - In 3 Parts
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