Future Islands: “Tin Man” & “Little Dreamer” AUDIO

i’m a new convert to future islands but consider me a quick zealot. tin man is one of the most interesting songs i’ve heard in some while. the immediate grab is the vocals but the programming & overall production are all vibe city. for posterity, an older track that while not specifically exemplary of their sound, totally gets me:

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posted by cameron on February 25th, 2010| categories: audio production | Tags: | comments

AU “Ida Walked Away”: VIDEO

Never really got into AU, but this fantastic tune layered with incredible animation from TAKCOM just put a quick end to that. I think the video’s either about the Tri-Force or Lost’s alternate universe.

from those tireless Frenchies at DS

posted by evan on February 24th, 2010| categories: animation video | Tags: , | comments

2010 BAFTA Poster: Hurt Locker

Rad design from Travis Coburn–reminds me of The Thing poster in all its glory. See the rest here

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posted by evan on February 24th, 2010| categories: illustration poster | Tags: , , , | comments

amateur stereo photographs from SLC circa 1940

square america highlighting some crazy stereo photography – via

posted by cameron on February 24th, 2010| categories: gif photography | Tags: , , | comments

The Franks: “Cough It Up” AUDIO

you may recognize two of those faces – the franks just released our new 7″ DUH which you can purchase through hit city usa. keep it in the family peeps – my favorite song of the new recordings below:

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posted by cameron on February 23rd, 2010| categories: audio the franks | Tags: | comments

gary

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posted by cameron on February 23rd, 2010| categories: absurd basketball photography | Tags: , | comments

Tim Hodkinson: Generative Art

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posted by cameron on February 23rd, 2010| categories: art | Tags: , | comments

Stussy J Dilla Documentary: Part II

part iii out 2/24

posted by cameron on February 22nd, 2010| categories: rambling | Tags: , | comments

Photos: Live at The Echo

thanks again to peter van dyke for snapping some photos of us playing live.

two more below the fold

posted by cameron on February 22nd, 2010| categories: live music photography superhumanoids | Tags: , | comments

Viernes “Liquid Tunnel”: VIDEO

Really feeling this video from Charles Bergquist. Or, as Ron would say as of late, “this video is a good look.” (Cashier, can you ring up a few more ZINGS for me?)

I have a strong urge to take a Carlsbad day trip. We can bring our own octopus.

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posted by evan on February 22nd, 2010| categories: video | Tags: , , , | comments