PopTodd

My wife is at least as much of a music freak as I am. She is always listening to something and, I have no difficulty turning her on to new music -- completely open-minded. Also -- and it's been a rarity with other gals I've been with -- she's turned me on to several bands that have become favorites. I love her to death and it's cool that we can share a passion like this. You?

The original (Brinsley Schwarz) version of "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding?" is superior to the more-famous Elvis Costello version.

This is TONIGHT, if any of y'all can make it. You can stone me there, for the self-promo.

I have seen Jojo 5 times (maybe 6?) and he has never been anything less than outstanding. One of the best performers, ever.

Wilco. I love 'em, but if I hear Summerteeth one more time, I'm gonna scream. And that used to be my favorite Wilco album.

or "Snowblind"

Perhaps this belongs in the blaphmey thread, but: Eddie Vedder Yeah, the guy's got pipes, but that whole guttural thing is really damn annoying. And what makes it worse, is the hoards of imitators that he's inspired. Also, James Hetfield perhaps to an even greater extent.

Much prefer to see the original Suede lineup. And, did Pulp actually break up or was Jarvis just taking a break to do a solo thing?

Rockpile -- YES!

Apologies if I already posted this. Either way, I would love to meet some of you if you can make it. I go on early, so even though it's a Thursday... And if you do come. PLEASE introduce yourself to me, even if it is a little strange stating your internet handle out-loud.

Yes, they have. And not only that, but they've put out a couple of pretty excellent new albums within the last 10 -- incuding Rockford (2006), which ranks right up there with In Color, or at least with Dream Police. (It's a lot better than the latter, actually.)

You did not. It would have been a bigger deal if they had, and I would have certainly heard of it and been there.

Since I no longer drink to get drunk, cheap beer is no longer worth my time or money.

My boys particularly love: "Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick" - Ian Dury But try to avoid "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll"

Although I love the latter... Bob Andrews > Steve Neive

Tom Z

Not saying that they're not worth seeing, but I've seen them twice already without Bob (once at the final show at Grant Park) and, they were good. Really good. But Bob added that element of teetering on the edge (and sometimes pushed them over), that made them truly exciting.

No Bob = no real interest.

I've seen a couple of reunion shows (Big Star and Television). Both were amazing. Although I know that most don't go that way. As far as who I'd like to see reunite: Shrimp Boat Brinsley Schwarz H

That's the best kind!!!

Merle Haggard. That's what I said! :oops And, I've heard the Dead's version now, but it doesn't hold a candle.

"Girls and Boys" - Blur