Ever hear of a band that comes along that’s great, doesn’t end up getting their full due, and no one can quite put their finger on why? Maybe they lack commercial appeal, but they certainly don’t lack talent. We believe this is a fate that may be awaiting Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros, but it’s not too late, and there’s still something we can do.

There are few things in life that will mean more to you than the day you get your first guitar. It is a religious experience and far too many just toss out their credit card to some idiot at Guitar Center and go home with a Yamaha (if that’s you, don’t worry, you had no warning), which is the equivalent of hiring a hooker on prom night. Do your homework, follow these tips, and get a guitar you’ll be happy with for the rest of your life.

Remember these crucial lessons to help ensure your success, and minimize any wasted time or energy.

Ok boys, let’s face it: Women love rock stars. It’s a fact, and all women seem to go through a phase where they go gaga over any sort of musician. Whether it be the tight leather pants, soppy sensitive lyrics or the rocking power ballads, these men can have such an insanely intense hold over women! But, let me enlighten you! It’s not all over for you my friends, and I’m going to explain to you how you are not so average!

Farewell Indie 103.1. You fought the good fight that many good men have attempted to fight before you. You tried to stay true to the values and virtues that made your station so great and a joy to listen to. Hold your head high as you venture into the free media known as internet radio. This is not your fault, nor is it our fault. This is a product of something larger than all of us. The strings from above have been tightened. Thank you for ending the abusive relationship with the corporate music world with class and before they ruined you.

For listeners of the entrenched duets of Jack and Meg White, the expressions of Dylan in “Bringing it all Back Home”, the rhythms of The Rolling Stones, and the rawness of Lou Reed this album will provide everything you have been looking for.

Very rarely does a new band come along that gets it, and even more seldom does a group encompass innovative songwriting, production, and style the way New York based experimental indie rock band MGMT (formally “The Management”) does on their first release “Oracular Spectacular”.

On any given night of the week visiting one of the following hip hangouts could result, quite possibly, in the discovery of your new favorite band.

The Vines have seen more drama in the last nine years than the LBC ever will. They’ve endured breakdowns, break-ups, label changes, and a front man suffering from Asperger Syndrome. Pretty much anything that could prove fatal to any of todays lesser experienced rock bands. Through it all, they’ve managed to stick it out long enough to deliver their fourth full-length release entitled “Melodia”.