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Cults: A New Band to Watch For

19 Jun

Hey there all,

If you are anything like me, you are always on the look out for new music. My way hipper friend recently pointed me in the direction of a band called Cults, composed of the New York duo Madeline Follin and Brian Oblivion. This up and coming group has a sound that is very 1960’s esque, with the sound quality of their recordings taking you back to the essence of the period. Cults signifies a steady trend in contemporary music; a carefree whimsy conveyed through simple melodies and airy lyrics. I’ve posted some of Cults’ tracks below, hope you enjoy!

I have no idea what they are supposed to be doing here

R.I.P Clarence Clemons

18 Jun

I just saw the news as I got on my computer tonight. Even though Clemons suffered a massive stroke a few days ago it just seemed that the big man would fight through it and recover. I didn’t expect to see a report that he had passed away. So let’s say farewell to a legendary saxophonist.

Read this Obit from the Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/19/arts/music/clarence-clemons-e-street-band-saxophonist-dies-at-69.html?_r=1&hp

And however corny this Clemons and Browne concoction is here is “You’re a Friend of Mine”

New Music Court Categories

29 May

Happy Mardi - I mean - Memorial Day

Well nobody prevented me from posting this unsettling photograph on the blog, so here it is. Jesters playing drums. A perfect picture to represent this post: New Music Court Categories.

As stated yesterday, The Music Court will unveil new summer categories…right now! I know aren’t you excited? Alright let me shut-up and get to them.

Surprising Facts About Popular Songs

Guess what this category is going to explore? Did you know that “Centerfold,” the hit by The J. Geils Band about a man who is shocked to find out that his High School crush has grown up to become the centerfold of a “girly” magazine, could very possibly be about lead singer Peter Wolf’s past relationship with Prime Cut actress Angel Tompkins? Hint: she was in Playboy. This category, which will premiere and stay in the Tuesday posting slot, will provide you with fun facts about popular songs. You will want to pay attention to this information because…

Music Trivia

It has finally arrived. Every other Friday, readers will have a chance to answer difficult music trivia questions. The questions will run the gamut of era and genre. From 60’s bubblegum pop to 90’s alternative rock, Music Trivia will test your music knowledge. Questions will be multiple choice and will be posted up like a poll, so after you answer the question you can see what others thought. The poll style is for your convenience, but make sure to also post your answers in a comment. If the response is solid, prizes will be awarded to the first person who gets all the answers correct in that week’s post. I know what you are thinking. Can’t we just use Google? Yes, technically you can, but we at the Music Court go by the “fun” and “challenging” honor code. Games like Music Trivia and Musical Lexicon are supposed to make you think. Cheating is taking the easy way out.

Same Artist, Different Place

The last new category this summer will explore the journey that musicians take before landing in a successful band (or many). For example, Jeff Lynne was an up-and-coming musicians in the Idle Race before forming the more popular Electric Light Orchestra. Every musicians has a start.

A very Happy Memorial Day to all of you. I’m looking forward to a wonderful summer on The Music Court

A Gritty Reboot – The New Music Court on our Second Anniversary

28 May

The clock has been moved forward

The Music Court has now officially been around for over two years! Time does fly when your posting about music. Now that the blog has grown up in blog years, I think it deserves a makeover. As you can see the old theme is no more. I’m happy with this new theme. It is bolder and wider. I feel like it is more inviting and a little easier to read. All of the content is still there. Categories are now listed on the left-hand side of your screen.

The Music Court categories have also undergone a transformation. This change will continue over the next week. The new category ARCHIVES houses antiquated categories that have been moves to the back vault. Some categories have received name changes and all categories have received a blurb written about their content which can be unlocked by hovering your pointer over the category name.

Summer is a great time for the Music Court. For the past two years it has meant that I have more time on my hands. This summer should be no different. Therefore, I am embarking on the 60’s Band of the Week challenge once again. Let me break this down for some newer readers. In High School, I compiled a tremendous binder of materials about every 60s band I could find. The binder is not genre biased. It is made up of both bands and solo artists. Of course it does not represent the whole of 60s music. That is practically impossible. But I can confidently say that I have compiled a solid list of musicians, some well known and some underground. Starting next week this category will be back up and running.

Three new Music Court categories will be revealed tomorrow. If you have any ideas for categories feel free to e-mail me at musiccourt@gmail.com. New bands or artists can also e-mail that address for a chance to be featured on the blog. There are bands currently on the list! Follow the Music Court on twitter (@musiccourt) and on Facebook (The Music Court Blog).

Until tomorrow, here is one of my favorite summer songs for your listening pleasure:

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The Sick Post – Vote for 1967 Album Final Four

5 Apr

The Ramones wrote, “You sound like you’re sick, You look like your sick too,” for their song “You sound like you’re sick.” Well, I not only sound and look like I am sick, I feel like I am sick. Fever, stomach ache, coughing – the whole smörgåsbord of being sick. So, in between my bouts of sleeping, I wanted to throw together a post for the blog, as to not leave faithful viewers hanging. So, lets get to a song whose title describes an annoyance I have been dealing with today.

Here is “Fever” by Little Willie John:

While Peggy Lee is generally thought of when mentioning “Fever,” the song was originally written by Eddie Cooley and John Davenport and first recorded by Little Willie John in 1956.

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Please vote in the Music Court 1967 Best Album Final Four. Sgt. Peppers has taken a commanding lead over Disraeli Gears, but The Doors and Are You Experienced are neck and neck. Your favorite album needs your votes.

https://musiccourt.wordpress.com/2011/04/02/1967-best-album-march-madness-the-final-four/

 

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