I don't listen to very much 'new' music, nowadays. The industry is so messed up in trying to make a dollar, that today's rock music formula has grown to be insipid, not more excited than burnt toast! But there are a few inspired artists releasing albums that are as exciting as ever...
Danger Mouse and Sparklehorse Present: Dark Night of the Soul
There's some basic information on wikipedia, with the major source of information being from NPR. The only other source information seems to come from the original website, dnots.com. All I know is that the music is the most thrilling and enjoyable rock genre album I've listened in a minute...
As well as having good music, the album promotion seems to be pretty inventive. The album is officially released May 29th, but no music will be sold. Instead of an album, a blank CD-R will be sold accompanied with a book of photographs...
from the official website: Due to an ongoing dispute with EMI, Danger Mouse is unable to release the recorded music for Dark Night Of The Soul without fear of being sued by EMI
A book of original photograhs by DAVID LYNCH is available for sale on the official website for Dark Night of the Soul. The photographs are inspired by and based on the music and provide a visual narrative for the music. Included with this, a blank recordable CD-R which will be clearly labeled: "For Legal Reasons, enclosed CD-R contains no music. Use it as you will."
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