I downloaded Say Anything’s album two weeks ago and I haven’t stopped listening since. This is some of the most original, aggressive, poetic music I’ve heard in years. The album “… is a real boy” is full of youthful angst and frustration. The emotions range from hysterical violence to complete self-concious analysis. Do yourself a favor and listen to the album in full. I’ve become an instant fan.

I absolutely love The White Stipes new video, The Denial Twist, directed by Michel Gondry. You can see this along with all their other videos at The White Stripes website.

It’s interesting how often I end up writing about music, but music truly is an integral part of the design process. The artists to which I’m currently listening directly influence the style and aesthetic of each and every project. Enter The Designers Mixtape, a place for designers to share their musical tastes.

Powered by the Music Genome Project, Pandora allows you to build your own radio station based on the music you like. Start with your favorite band, and branch out to new musicians that you may have never heard.

I heard The Fab Faux on the Howard Stern show this morning and couldn’t believe my ears. These are some of the best studio musicians in the world. The Fab Faux plays later complex Beatles songs like “I Am the Walrus” and “Strawberry Fields Forever”. There were eleven musicians in the studio, yet they manage […]

I got a chance to see Our Lady Peace at the Bowery Ballroom last night. That’s the first time I’ve seen them in concert, and they rocked! Their new album was just released, so pick it up as soon as you can.