Photography in Music

          Some may not realize how the important role photography plays in the music industry. The sounds the musicians create is not what sells all the albums any more. Album covers are becoming more elaborate because artists know the image society has of the band is almost as important as the music it makes. Artists are making the album cover look more modern than prevous albums. For instance, Umphrey's McGee's album "Anchor Drops" (released 2004) is a simple picture of the satellite view of a beach, while their newest album "Mantis" (released 2009) is more modern, depicting an image the band holds on the world. Though the music industry is constantly changing, one thing is for sure. Umphrey's McGee will always be those nerds in the suits.

Umphrey's McGee

          Crowds will be wrapped around the Variety Playhouse tonight at 6 o' clock. Umphrey's McGee is due to play a show tonight at 8:30. A fellow Deerfield Windsor student, Graham Davis, will be attending the show. "I'm kinda hoping for some of the older stuff. Really hopin for some extended jams on 'Nemo.' Regardless of what they play, i know it's gonna be great because they thrive in a live setting.

          Umphrey's McGee will most likely play their new songs such as "Mantis", "Made to Measure",and  "1348." Most concert goers are skeptical about whether or not the band will make some similar improvisational jams that the band is known for. "I know that 'Mantis' will be a great song for the guys to jam with, but I'm not sure if all the others have the same potential. I'm very anxious to see how it turns out." 

Song of the day - "Mantis" by Umphrey's McGee

Roo '09

The time is nearing. "Jam Banders" and "Festival Fanatics" are waiting for one of the most anticipated musical festival in the United States. Bonnaroo, as it is known to most of the world, however one "'rooer", Harrison Butler, calls it ,"The most fun someone can have on a 700 acre farm in the middle of Tennessee." On June 11th, 2009, Manchester, TN will be filled with thousands of festival-goers for the four day long musical extravaganza. 

            Bonnaroo is known for the amazing artists it recruits each year. This year some of the major artists are Snoop Dogg, Phish, Bruce Springsteen, David Byrne, Gov't Mule, moe., MGMT, the Decemberists, and many more. 

            Bonnaroo attendees are given a pass, parking space,  a camping area around his or her car, and the chance to have the greatest time of his or her life. Concerts are literally being played until four in the morning and some will start as early as eleven. For this, earplugs can quickly become an attendee’s best friend.

            For more information on Bonnaroo, check out the official Bonnaroo blog.

    Bonnaroo is renowned for it's never-ending fun. Let the fun begin on June, 10th, 2009.

Video of the week - moe. "Captain America"

 

The Zeitgeist

I know this is completely off topic from what i usually blog about, but i feel like this is an issue more people should be aware about. I kind of accidentally discovered the Zeitgeist movies on youtube.com and i am completely entranced by them. The Zeitgeist is a man who is obsessed with conspiracies and exploiting them. He has a video on 9/11 which he tries to explain a conspiracy behind it. The 9/11 video is extremely persuasive, however i feel that this video deals with a more important issue: The Federal Reserve. This video includes some scary facts that i am sure you will find very interesting. This video is one of five part. the total time is about one hour and i encourage you to watch all five videos.