He’s the Izza Kizza
The inbox has been blasted with emails about Izza Kizza. Now, I never took the time to listen to Izza Kizza, or watch Izza Kizza in action. But based on this track, “I’m the Izza Kizza”, Ickmuzic like-a the Izza…
The Boss Rolls on…
Did you know that, over the past week, Bruce and the Band have covered the Ramones and the Clash? Keep up to date on all the tour premieres over at my Springsteen Tour Debut Tracker. Photo: courtesy of Backstreets.
Recap: 2009 McDowell Mountain Music Festival
(or why I came home with a gnome) Early Friday afternoon, a rented CruiseAmerica 25′ recreational vehicle rolled into the WestWorld complex in Scottsdale, Arizona. In the back, my two little girls, ages 3 and 5. In the passenger seat,…
To Know Your Love
Where did this come from? I’m not sure how I got this album, maybe out of an eMusic recommendation? But it’s getting repeat plays over the last week. Check out “On the Other Side”, and this one right here.. Brian…
Austin City Limits 2009 Lineup Announced
If you’ve been hiding under a rock for fear of contracting the Swine Flu, you might have missed the lineup announcement for this year’s installment of the Austin City Limits festival (Official Link) – and it looks to be a…
The Friday Five: April 24, 2009
For those who have not joined in the Friday Five here is all you need to know; each Friday I hit the shuffle button on my iTunes and share my five and drop a little knowledge and insight for each…
McDowell Mountain Music Festival kicks off Friday
What: McDowell Mountain Music Festival Where: Westworld – north Scottsdale, AZ When: Friday, April 24th & Saturday, April 25th This is a weekend I’ve been looking forward to for a long time. My favorite local festival, the McDowell Mountain Music…
Sweating under the Gaslight: The Gaslight Anthem @ the Clubhouse in Tempe
If you or any of your friends question the quality of new music today, grab them (or yourself) by the ear and take ’em to see The Gaslight Anthem when they come to your town. Tuesday was our first 100…
Review: Mike Watt & the Missingmen @ the Launchpad in Albuquerque
The extended Ickmusic family has been out catching some quality live gigs this month. Tonight, my old friend Jason gives us a detailed account of his night with Mike Watt this past Saturday down New Mexico way… – Pete Mike…
Leonard Cohen Giveaway: The Winner is…
Twelve people – 12 (!?) – ended up entering themselves in the Leonard Cohen giveaway contest. I either don’t know my demographic / readership, people really are lazy, or the post didn’t make it in front of very many eyes…