Frightened Rabbit Coming to the Record Bar

I have an eclectic collection of music, ranging from opera and old jazz, to punk and neo-folk. There are very little music genres that I do not love, and none that I cannot appreciate even if it is not my style. I am not a critic, I simply know what I like and why I like it. Music has played an integral roll in almost every aspect of my life. Every day has its own soundtrack, and much of my spare time is dedicated to finding new music thus much of my disposable income goes toward expanding my collection. I have gone almost strictly digital these days, given space concerns among many other reasons, so I will often link to download sites when referencing new releases.

I will try to keep you updated with my recent downloads and shows that are coming to or near town that I find exciting, if only to spotlight some of my favorite musicians and give them a little exposure from this meager readership.

So, it seems fitting that the first of many music installments go to my favorite band of 2008, Frightened Rabbit who will be at the Record Bar on June 2nd.

With their new release, The Midnight Organ Fight, the Scottish Band has done something very few artists are able to do, provide me with an full album of songs that I love. There is not a single song on the entire disc that I skip over. For those of you who have emusic, I strongly suggest using fourteen of your downloads this month and get the entire album of indie pop, post-punk reminiscent, songs that even venture into an old celtic jam session feeling with the song "Old Old Fashioned." For those of you who haven't discovered this music junkie's dream site, I highly recommend a subscription. For those who prefer itunes, their entire collection, including an "emusic live" session is available for download.