Under the Dog needs a monthly mixtape. As this webzine trys to find it’s identity it’s become apparent that it needs some established content. I considered a podcast, an e-zine pdf kind of thing and remixing or mash ups.
Podcasting sounded really fun, and that may even come in the future, but I just can’t even seem to find the time to make my own music or write this zine much less write and record an entire podcast. An e-zine seemed tempting but I just don’t have the design skills. That could also come in the future but right now a mixtape seemed like the best option.
Ween - I’ll Be Your Johnny on the Spot
I had “piss up a rope” stuck in my head for 4 days so I felt I had to put some Ween on he May Mixtape.
Drive By Truckers - The Man I shot
The new Drive by Truckers album is really good. It’s actually my first foray into the alt country genre besides Rocky Votolato.
El-P - Up all Night
Best hip-hop album last year. Most unique hip-hop drumbeat ever.
Teenage Fanclub and De La Soul - Fallin’
From the Judgement Night Sountrack…
Ruins - Warrido
Words cannot describe this band. Definitely the most out there of math rock groups, while still remaining cohesive.
Infectious Grooves - Don’t Stop, Spread the Jam!
One of two sentimental tracks on this months mixtape. Infectious Grooves is a really silly band but for some reason I keep listening to them. I have had copies of their records since I was 13 or 14. I love the bass playing.
Lyrics Born - I like it I love it
I like Lyrics Born cept he’s kind of fluffy. But this is a strong track. I dedicate it my girlfriend.
Ponytail - Jammin on a Major Scale
I watched these guys open for Battles and I was instantly into them. Nice people too.
Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly - Waiting For The Monster To Drown
I’ll admit it, if these guys had an animal name I would have never checked them out. I did check them out because of their name. I like the record.
The Dismemberment Plan - You are Invited
When this record came out it was pretty unique. Unafraid to be different while sticking with what worked. These guys broke down so many walls.
Jeremey Enigk - City Tonight
I love this song. It’s probably my favorite song by Mr. Enigk.
MC Paul Barman - Excuse You
Most underated MC ever. This guy is not a gimmick. He’s a freakin rhyme dictionary. Prince Paul on production helps alot.
Mission of Burma - That’s When I Reach For My Revolver
I won’t front, for as old as this band is, I hadn’t ever heard of them till right before they reformed and signed to Matador. It’s good to see band turn the bass up.
Reel Big Fish - Skatanic
Sentimental song number 2.
Seaweed - Start With
I don’t think this album got very much exposure outside the northwest. This stuff is great. I tend to scoff at alot of early-mid ninties rock from the pacific northwest as it was all pretty derivative. That said the northwest has had a burgeoning subculture for years.
Shel Silverstein - Everybodies Makin It Big But Me
It’s hard to pick just one song.
Support the Bands
Tags:
De La Soul,
Drive by Truckers,
El-P,
Get Cape.Wear Cape. Fly,
Infectious Grooves,
Jeremy Enigk,
Lyrics Born,
MC Paul Barman,
MIssion of Burma,
ponytail,
Reel Big Fish,
Ruins,
Seaweed,
Teenage Fanclub,
The Dismemberment Plan,
Ween
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