The Independent (Free subscription) | 07/07/2008
"These guys", informs New York Dolls singer David Johansen, with a sweep of the hand towards his band, "were drinking in a bar at Dublin Airport this morning. At 9am." His chuckle deepens as guitarist Sylvain Sylvain stammers something about Irish coffee in futile mitigation. "You're a disgrace," rejoins Johansen. Good. Disgrace is what we're here for, after all.
Punk Turns 30 (Free subscription) | 07/04/2008
In 1974, proto-punk rockers, The New York Dolls were, according to frontman David Johansen, "briefly under the management of an English haberdasher." That haberdasher would be one Malcolm McLaren, who took back to London the Dolls and other New York underground band's style and attitude, and translated it into clothing for the shop he and fashion design business partner, Vivienne Westwood owned in...
Manchester Evening News (Free subscription) | 07/01/2008
Following those early shoots of recovery the New York Dolls – with principal members, flamboyant rhythm guitarist Sylvain Sylvain and the Jagger-esque David Johansen, at the fore – the Big Apple veterans have continued to tour sporadically and arrive here for an intimate show on Thursday.Mozza
Scotsman.com (Free subscription) | 07/01/2008
NEW YORK DOLLS **** THE GARAGE, GLASGOW
Steven Rubio's Online Life (Free subscription) | 06/27/2008
1. Bow Wow Wow, " I Want Candy ." Start with the Sex Pistols' ex-manager. Add the Ants without Adam. Toss in a fourteen-year-old girl, born Myint Myint Aye in Myanmar, and have her change her name to Annabella. Record a 60s hit by a band of New York songwriters who pretended to be Australian sheep farmers. Instant hit! 2. George Clinton, " Man's Best Friend/Loopzilla ." Clinton's first solo,...
Pop Tarts Suck Toasted (Free subscription) | 05/20/2008
Out of all the boroughs Staten Island probably has the least of the musical reputations in New York City. Despite producing the Wu-Tang, David Johansen, Christina Aguilera (she was born here, you can look it up), Ingrid Michaelson, and White Lion, we get no respect in the musical world. Well we're hoping to change all that thanks to our burgeoning indie rock scene and a festival that showcases
All About Jazz (Free subscription) | 05/17/2008
SIRIUS welcomes the legendary singer-songwriter to its line-up of iconic recording artists and hosts SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced that Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Lou Reed will host his own weekly show exclusively on SIRIUS. "Lou Reed's New York Shuffle" will premiere on SIRIUS Disorder channel 70 Saturday, May 17th at 6 pm ET...
The Allmusic Blog (Free subscription) | 05/16/2008
According to authorities, a videotape featuring Amy Winehouse smoking crack cocaine was apparently, umm, not a videotape of her smoking crack cocaine. Or something. It's confusing. Regardless, she’s been released on unconditional bail. [The Guardian] Playing the right kind of music can reportedly enhance the taste of wine. [BBC News] After 14 years of marriage, Shania Twain [...]
PR News Wire (Free subscription) | 05/15/2008
SIRIUS welcomes the legendary singer-songwriter to its line-up of iconic recording artists and hosts NEW YORK, May 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio (Nasdaq: ) announced that Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Lou Reed will host his own weekly show exclusively on SIRIUS. Lou Reed's New York Shuffle will premiere on SIRIUS Disorder channel 70 this Saturday, May 17th at 6 pm ET. (Logo:...
Largehearted Boy (Free subscription) | 04/28/2008
Portishead releases its highly anticipated third album tomorrow, appropriately titled Third, but I am most excited about the new Bearsuit album, Oh:lo (the band's Cat Spectacular! album is one of my favorite albums of all time). Among the week's...
Billboard (Free subscription) | 04/24/2008
With Spanish as broken as it was endearing, David Johansen came onstage in the first of the band��s two presentations in Argentina, intent on conquering the public that had been awaiting them for so long.
Politics in the Zeros (Free subscription) | 04/12/2008
With original members David Johansen and Sylvain Sylvain. From their latest album “One Day It Will Please Us to Remember Even This” released in 2006. It’s really good. Website.
The Hype Machine (Free subscription) | 04/01/2008
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Seattle Powerpop (Free subscription) | 03/01/2008
I love Jive Time Records in Fremont. They specialize in buying and selling used vinyl. Owner David Day is a super nice guy and he’s very knowledgeable about music and records. The store’s a visual and aural treat and a pleasure to spend time in. Be it rock, soul, jazz or blues, whatever you're looking for you're likely to find it here in good condition and for a good price. There’s plenty here for...
Metroblogging Los Angeles (Free subscription) | 02/29/2008
RobNoxious : That's right, The New York Dolls are coming back, and you know you wanna see 'em. Fortunately Metblogs is looking out for yeh. I've got two pairs of tickets to give away for the March 7th show at the Henry Fonda Theatre. So here's the deal: David Johansen, The Doll's front man also played one of my favorite characters in one of my favorite Bill Murray movies. Hint: It's a Holiday Movie...
