Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me (trailer)
Memphis four-piece Big Star belongs in the pantheon of 1970s rock gods. A new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage and photos of the band, in-depth interviews and a musical tribute by the bands they inspired is slated for release later this year. Drew DeNicola and Oliva Mori directed Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me. DeNicola is no stranger to the rock doc. He is the brains behind the ongoing documentary project Natural Soul Brother: The Original Black Radio DJs. DeNicola is also the editor behind VICE’s video arm, VBS.tv.
BIG STAR: NOTHING CAN HURT ME traces the origins and history of the legendary band from the late sixties with lead singer Alex Chilton sky-rocketing to stardom at the age of sixteen with The Box Tops and their #1 hit, “The Letter” to the serendipitous meeting of Chilton and local Memphis singer-songwriter-guitarist, Chris Bell; through the tumultuous recording of the group’s three landmark albums, #1 Record, Radio City and Third/Sister Lovers (Ardent Records); culminating with their implosion due to failed record sales, personal breakdowns and the tragic death of Chris Bell in 1978.
-From BigStarStory.com
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Written by Rob Peoni
Album Preview: Adam Green & Binki Shapiro
I’ve been eagerly anticipating the release of Adam Green and Binki Shapiro‘s self-titled debut. The album’s first two singles “Here I Am” and “Collage” have served to thoroughly whet my appetite. The album became available for pre-order today via Rounder Records. Deluxe editions include a hand-numbered, limited edition (1/200) print designed by the artists and a matching t-shirt. Watch a short video that features Shapiro & Green waxing poetic about their creative process below. The album drops on January 29.
Written by Rob Peoni
Video: Earl Sweatshirt “Chum”
It was on every blog yesterday. It’s here today, because it’s good and it’s worth sharing. Long live Earl. Download “Chum” from iTunes.
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