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Kata Rokkar is Icelandic for Kata Rocks. The name derives from a song by the Icelandic sensation, Björk. No, I’m not one bit Icelandic. However, I’m obviously a huge fan of her work. For as long as I can remember, I’ve always loved telling peo
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album reviews: Sleepy Sun and The Antlers
With Embrace, the Santa Cruz-based retro-rock act Sleepy Sun has really worked through its influences, delivering a classic portion of new stoner/headphone rock. The band’s suitably named debut treads through the catalog of many a classic rock...
show review: Treasure Island Music Festival Day Two
The Flaming Lips - Photo by Shawn Robbins Day Two started out…awkward. I had chase down a few scalpers to get my girlfriend a ticket but ended up meeting up with someone from craigslist. Our deal got a little odd when the scalpers started harassin...
show review: Treasure Island Music Festival Day One
In my honest opinion, Treasure Island Music Festival is the best music festival I have ever attended. The line-up this year was filled with the best of who’s-who in the indie music world without it compromising reputation by booking a radio-friend...
Treasure Island Festival Day 2: Photos
Treasure Island Festival Day 2 Tommy Guerrero Thao with The Get Down Stay Down Spiral Stairs Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros Vetiver Grizzly Bear Bob Mould Beirut The Walkmen The Decemberists Yo La Tengo The Flaming Lips More Day One Pictures...
Treasure Island Festival Day 1: Photos
Kata Rokkar’s Mid-Year Review 2009
So far this year has been quite musically mindblowing. But wasn’t that kind of expected? With even more anticipated albums, songs, and tours on the horizon, 2009 is shaping up to be one of the better years on the decade. Top 5 Albums That Met/S...
