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I think that's a pretty common feeling... You'll probably always associate that music with her in some way, but it's not a terrible thing. If you're a big enough fan, you'll probably go on to share those same songs with someone else, and someone else after that. But obviously that's a ways off. I mentioned The Wrens earlier, but if you're going for specific songs, try "She Sends Kisses", "13 Months in 6 Minutes", "Hopeless", and if you really want your heart to fall out of your chest, "This is Not What You Had Planned." I feel cruel even suggesting them right now, but few bands have been fuc

I'm listening to Destroyer right now and wondering how it's taken me so long... this is as close to Heartbreaker as anything else he's done.

The Wrens - Meadowlands Repeat, repeat, repeat. Hope you feel better.

My only real "good-guy" Ryan story is from when I interviewed Tegan and Sara, and with a bunch of time to spare after I'd gotten all my quotes, I (selfishly) asked what it was like to tour with Ryan Adams, what he was like, etc. And they said he was a total sweetheart, the kind of guy who would leave gifts for them on stage before they went on. I thought that was kind of cool, in an unexpected way.

I bolded Pittsburgh because they're just way too extreme an example to use in any kind of rebuilding talk. Like I said, Crosby and Malkin were IMO the two easiest draft decisions any GM has made in the last 25 years, and it's virtually inconceivable that a situation like that is going to present itself to a team two years in a row ever again. (You can even reasonably assume that a player of Crosby's or Malkin's caliber isn't going to come along at all in the next 10-15 years, but that's a different story...) As for the other teams, I understand your point, but MLSE brought Brian Burke in bec

Heatley probably will put up big numbers (50 goals, 100 points), but I'm still not convinced he's that well-suited to play with Thornton. For one, they're both left-handed shots, which takes a lot away from Joe's cross-ice pass from the corner, especially on the PP. Cheechoo shoots right, which is how he buried so many goals that year he scored 56. And even Spezza, who was Heatley's best linemate in Ottawa, shoots right.

What, tank hard several years in a row and get lucky enough to draft generational talents not once, but twice? I'm sorry, but Pittsburgh's "method" hardly qualifies -- they were blessed with probably the two easiest draft decisions in the past 25 years. And anyway, Burke could never get away with that in Toronto; it's the biggest hockey market in the world, and the team has simply been too bad for too long. All that being said, I agree with whoever said it's a risky trade for both teams, but one that could also pay big dividends. The Bruins save money and will likely get two shots at a playe

Boxer and Alligator are both fantastic records, and the Cherry Tree EP is worth it for the devastation of "About Today" alone.

From Victoria, Chet is still my favourite local band. Their singer, Ryan Beattie (also has a side project called Himalayan Bear), has one of the most incredible voices I've ever heard live. He's also in Frog Eyes.

Wow, I didn't know that. I read that book in about a couple days and loved it. Just lent it to one of my old writing teachers, actually. I ordered Northline a couple weeks ago, but it hasn't arrived yet. I've ordered all my Richmond Fontaine CDs from the band's website (10 bucks a pop, including shipping) and the last one came with a personalized Oregon postcard from Willy Vlautin, where he reminisced about a Vancouver writers festival and said it was great to hear from me again and "hope you like this one." And the funniest part of that is the fact that so many of his songs are written kind

I love this thread... Probably going to pick up 4-5 of the albums mentioned if I can find them. I second (or third?) what's been said about Richard Buckner. I listened to his first record, Bloomed, on the way to work today for the first time in a while, and remembered exactly why he took over my life last winter. It's a much more country-sounding affair than his later work, but still extremely dark and brooding. I'd rank it right up there with Devotion and Doubt, which is also an incredibly moving record. My next favourites are probably Since, which has a bit more rock and roll on it, and hi

They also announced upgrades/price-cuts to all the iPod/iTouch lines... one day after their MacBook-iPod student-rebate deal ended.

Saw him at No Depression Festival and enjoyed every minute of his set. Not sure if I'd buy his record, but a great performer. And his legs are crazy skinny.

Yes, I'm pretty certain it's randomized 10-15 mins before the draft.

The Wrens - This is Not What You Had Planned

Chabon rocks my world.

Bolded are stone cold locks IMO. I'd say "My Girls" too, but there's an outside chance they go with "Summertime Clothes." But one of the two for sure.

Wait, what's being argued now? It's a Pitchfork list, compiled by Pitchfork editors and contributors. If you've been a Pitchfork reader this decade, few of the selections so far should surprise you. Least of all "Since U Been Gone," which Pitchfork LOVED.

But they're also many Wilco fans' favourite songs (as seen in that poll here, if I remember correctly). What does that say?

I'm normally pretty skeptical of anything Pitchfork-review-related, but I actually agree with this. I've quite enjoyed the list so far, and it's featured my favourite songs by a whole host of bands.

There are two spots available now.

I expect "Sexyback", "Crazy in Love" and "Umbrella" to all be in the top 50 as well. Frankly, I'd be shocked if Wilco makes another appearance.

A lot of people think Cat Power's "I Don't Blame You" is about Kurt Cobain, though it's never been confirmed.

Agggh, you stopped my heart thinking there'd been a Vancouver show announcement I wasn't aware of!

I'm in as Skeleton Wings... though I may change to Pop Quiz Kids.