Pixies to Tour North America!

The Pixies were planning to tour just Europe at first, but now have announced that they'll play a number of shows in major cities throughout North America. What makes it extra special is that the tour will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their album Doolittle, one of the more influential pieces of music that was released in the 20th century. They've stated they'll play the entire album, which makes me about as a giddy as a schoolgirl. Until more is announced, might I suggest revisiting the classic with the opening track?

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-Chandler

Music Movies Monday #11

I know, it's been a while for MMM. But it's making a comeback. To celebrate such a long a break, here's a few nostalgic videos from a few years ago, and some from a bit longer.

I wish I was alive to see a Joy Division performance. They don't make 'em like this anymore.

joy division - 9-15-79 transmission from cicolini on Vimeo.

This isn't that old ('92), but it continues the 'great band on late night' motif set with Radiohead a few posts ago. For the record, THIS is how you make a network television debut. With a bat!



Neil Young now:

*Photo from MySpace

Neil Young Then ('78):


Finally, another more recent one. It seems a lot longer though, considering Franky has put on quite a few since this.


Ok, that about does it. Look for MMM next week, when it will hopefully actually be on a Monday.

-Chandler