I just got back from a free Low Cut Connie show in Haddon Heights, which featured fellow Cherry Hill East graduate Adam Weiner.  Highlights included covers of the Spinners' "I'll Be Around," and Prince's "Controversy."  The guy is just so agile, somehow playing the piano while doing all kinds of acrobatics and playing the piano with his mic stand.  

Alex G has made a string of great albums, and is readying another.  

Very underrated new my morning jacket album is out right now.  I'm seeing them in October.  

 Rest in peace Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim.  Shot in the name of the free Palestine movement for being Jewish.  If this doesn't convince someone what the "free palestine" movement is all about, I don't know what will.  

 I just got back from Japanese Breakfast's last stop on their tour, in their hometown Philly, the second of two nights.  It exceeded my expectations in that they just sounded bigger, grander, and more textured live.  They didn't do the cover of Donna Lewis's "I Love You Always Forever" that I really hoped for, but it still was a solid show.

setlist

 I made it out to the Herb Alpert and Lani Hall show last night, and it was an absolute delight.  It seems like my dad's generation was happier, most likely because of no social media and music like this.  I was particularly thrilled to hear him do "Mas Que Nada" with Lani Hall, as well as "Rise," which I realized is sampled by Notorious B.I.G. on the song "Hypnotize".

https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/herb-alpert-and-the-tijuana-brass/2025/miller-theater-philadelphia-pa-1346b111.html

 

I've been listening to pavement for a while, apparently they're still making late night appearances and there is a movie coming out about them.

 I made the trek by train and foot to see Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds last night.  I've spent time in recent years immersing myself in his very large body of music, so I am happy that I got to witness this tour.

https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/nick-cave-and-the-bad-seeds/2025/metropolitan-opera-house-philadelphia-pa-33526cc1.html

Good xpn review

 

Just got back from seeing one of my favorite bands ever, the Magnetic Fields live at the Keswick Theater in Glenside.  In a world full of absolute crap, the Magnetic Fields put the true artistry in music.  They're on tour playing the album 69 Love Songs in full over two nights.  I could only make it to the first night, but I am grateful I got to experience the amazing Stephen Merritt and company for one of the two shows.  

Someone posted some of the event on Youtube.

Pulp is back with new music for the first time in 20 plus years!

First new music in a while from one of my favorite bands! 

I found a very good metaphor for my life in general. It is as if I am a basketball player, and everyone is shouting what I should do.  Shoot the ball.  Pass the ball.  Dribble the ball.  I don't know who to listen to, who to trust, whether my own intuition is worth anything.  

I've been described as one of these.  

 An "old soul" is a term used to describe someone who seems wise and mature beyond their years, often characterized by a deep understanding of life and a preference for things that older people might enjoy.  

Here's a more detailed look at what the term "old soul" often implies:

• Wisdom and Maturity:

  People often describe someone as an "old soul" because they exhibit a level of wisdom and maturity that is not typical for their age. 
• Deep Understanding of Life:

  Old souls are believed to have a deeper understanding of life's complexities and nuances, often reflecting on the bigger picture rather than focusing on trivial details. 
Appreciation for the Subtle:
They often appreciate the finer things in life and have a keen sense of observation, picking up on the subtle nuances of human behavior. 
Meaningful Connections:
Old souls are often drawn to making meaningful connections with others and showing appreciation for the people around them. 
Desire to Learn:
They have a strong desire to learn and explore different subjects, viewing learning as an essential part of life. 
Focus on the Bigger Picture:
When faced with challenges, they tend to see the bigger picture and don't get caught up in the details. 
Potential for being misunderstood:
Some people may find it difficult to understand or relate to old souls, who may seem a bit "weird" or different from their peers. 

 

Queers for Palestine has made it to my neighborhood around the corner and two houses down.  There's an LGBT flag there too hidden behind the tree.  As many people who know me know, I am an LGBTA ally.  However, once they combine that with jumping on the Palestine bandwagon because it is so trendy to call people zios and calling to globalize the intifada, then I'm done with them.  I’m almost 100 percent sure that if I went up to this neighbor who I never actually talked to and asked her to talk about that flag and what she is standing for, she'd probably become extremely defensive and try to shut me out of the conversation. I know she wouldn't take it down.  I'd possibly settle for a conversation about it.

James, that great and rather underrated British band that did the song "Laid" and who also made great complete albums is back with a new song!

 Strange days, people just seem to not understand that it is not nice or respectful to put people down based on their situation, etc, whether it is their family situation or money situation.

 I saw a little kid wearing a Palestine shirt today, walking around shop rite.  I can't help but wonder what he is being taught.  

Just got tickets to see Japanese Breakfast.  I've been following for a while.  I read Michelle Zauner's book Crying at H Mart.

New music from Bob Mould.  I saw him in concert years back, I'm still a big Husker Du fan, and a fan of his other band, Sugar.  

Rest in peace, Peter Yarrow.  We were just playing this song at my family's home for Hanukkah.