The PUMP Sessions Photo of the Week goes to an immensely talented photographer, Ray Gordon.
If this doesn't make you want to quit your job, mount a bike, and head west, then I just don't know you. x
Photo of the Week
The PUMP Sessions Photo of the Week goes to an immensely talented photographer, Ray Gordon.
If this doesn't make you want to quit your job, mount a bike, and head west, then I just don't know you. x
Natty Light In Space
How amazing is this?
On November 18, 2011 Natty Light officially became The First Beer In Space.
Two of Natty Lights Facebook fans, Danny and Rich, came to us with an epic idea to make Natty the first beer in space. We said go for it, just let us know when ya shoot it off! Natty Light helped make their dream a reality, by offering to support there efforts on Natty's Facebook page. On Nov. 16, 2011 The spacecraft was named the Aluminum Fullcan by Natty's Facebook Fans (submitted by Kal Thomas).
Zach Wahls
Zach Wahls, a 19-year-old University of Iowa student spoke about the strength of his family during a public forum on House Joint Resolution 6 in the Iowa House of Representatives. Wahls has two mothers, and came to oppose House Joint Resolution 6 which would end civil unions in Iowa.
The fight to to keep marriage equality in Iowa continues, help us support Iowans like Zach.
This is a few years old, but MoveOn is currently using it for their Marriage Equality campaign.
Click HERE for more information. x
YACHT
Diggin this new track from Portland pop duo, YACHT.
"I Walked Alone" has got a killer groove.
I'm desk dancing my face off right now. x
Alyson Greenfield: Converse Rubber Track
Our lovely and talented friend, Alyson Greenfield, was a Converse Rubber Track of the Week.
Congratulations, darlin. Very, very fucking cool. x
Yoga Girl
Fresh new video from the hilariously awesome crew that brought us "Whole Foods Parking Lot"
Fog and Smog presents "Yoga Girl"
Love the West Side reppin. x
9 Electric EPK
My favorite new industrial rock group out of Los Angeles just dropped this EPK...
9 Electric is going to fucking EXPLODE, so be prepared for the inevitable onslaught.
Check out our PUMP Sessions interview with the band HERE.
I'M LIKE A TICKING TIME BOMB!!!
Childish Gambino
Thanks to my talented friend Mesh Lakhani, this song has been in my head for the last hour.
So, you know what that means. From my brain to yours...
Donald Glover, aka Childish Gambino, "Heartbeat"
Straight fire. x
Mac Lethal
I know it's only Hump Day, but this right here is the video of the week. FACT.
Mac Lethal parodies Chris Brown's "Look At Me Now" with "Cook With Me Now"
Dude is INSANE. And the burns are all relevant, current, and hilarious.
Props to Bill for the clip.
Nina's CB200
Dear Nina, I love you. Yours Forever, Robal. x
From the always reliable, Return of the Cafe Racers:
We just received this great set of photos from Chin on the Tank. They feature Nina keeping it real on her very tidy little Honda CB200 Cafe Racer. Chin on the Tank are a custom garage based in Philly, USA. Their services are wrapped up by the statement "We fix old motorcycles" which makes them alright by us. Check out the Chin on the Tank site for more great photos of the Philly Cafe Racer scene.
Mumbai Flash Mob
200 ordinary Mumbaikars (aged 4-60) come together one busy Sunday evening for the pure joy of dancing.
The historic CST station blares 'Rang De Basanti' on their speakers while surprised train commuters rush to see whats going on.
One Love. x
Expatriate
Expatriate is BACK.
"Miracle Mile" is a scorcher.
This Berlin by way of Sydney rock band kicks ass.
Turn up your speakers, kids. x
Bon Iver
Yet another haunting video from the Bon Iver camp.
"Hinnom, TX" continues his reign of the most original artist working today.
Cee Lo Green
Diggin this new single from Cee Lo Green.
"Anyway" is catchy as hell, and there's hot chicks in the video.
That is all I need these days. x
Miley Cyrus Rock Mafia
Big, huge, gigantic, enormous props to Miley Cyrus on this joint.
And no, I never thought I would ever say or type the above sentence.
Fuck it, I'm crushin hard on this pop tart right now.
Miley Cyrus Rock Mafia presents "It's a Liberty Walk"
"This is Dedicated to the thousands of people who are standing up for what they believe in."
Her words. I absolutely love it. x
Neon Indian
This song has been in my head all afternoon, so now it will be in yours...
Neon Indian, "Polish Girl"
Dance party U-S-A. x
Fed Loans Revealed
Here's former Congressman from Florida, Alan Grayson, on the story of the year.
Yesterday, Bloomberg News released a stunning article explaining the extent of Federal Reserve "loans" during the crash of '08.
This article could literally unite The Tea Party with Occupy Wall Street.
And hopefully it will... x
The Dance Party
Here's the new lyric video for The Dance Party's "Jenny, Wait!"
Hot shit right here. Love this tune!
Jetman
Jetman is legit.
This is only the third or fourth video I've seen, but I'm blown away every time.
Here he is flying in formation at full throttle together with 2 jets from the Breitling Jet Team...
Of course, at their minimum speed.
INSANE.
Theory of a Deadman's Merch
The boys in Theory of a Deadman show us how merch is done!
No, not really. But it made all of us in the PUMP Merch crew laugh.
If it were only that easy... x
Detroit vs Nickelback
You gotta love this Funny or Die video with Nickelback, discussing the online petition to exclude them from the Lion's Thanksgiving halftime show.
Amazing.
Mac Miller
I love that an indie hip hop MC is topping the Billboard charts right now.
Been listening to this kid since last summer, but he just blew the fuck UP.
Mac Miller "Frick Park Market"
It's Time
A beautiful short film by Get Up Australia...
They're 100% correct. It is absolutely time for marriage equality. x
Photo of the Week
And the PUMP Sessions Photo of the Week goes to... The Dance Party crew on Warped Tour.
That's my boys Kevin and Moose sporting one of the funniest signs I have ever seen.
Outstanding. x
Fleet Foxes
The Shrine / An Argument from Sean Pecknold on Vimeo.
Yet another beautiful song from the consistently soothing Fleet Foxes.
"The Shrine / An Argument" is a vintage throwback to the days of Simon and Garfunkel.
Love this tune. And what an outstanding animated video. x
Ghost Beach
Stoked on the new track from Ghost Beach.
This is the latest project from Josh Ocean, formerly of TV/TV.
I was a big TV/TV fan, but this has serious pop potential.
Please bring that gorgeous brunette back in your next video. Ok, every video.
Keep em comin, brother.
Doomtree
Brand new single from Minneapolis hip hop All-Stars, the Doomtree collective.
There are so many solid MCs in this crew that nobody stands out in this group effort.
From the presses, "Today marks the release their new album No Kings. The title of the record is both a call for rebellion and respect: Obey no kings, seek no thrones."
As much as I love Jay and Kanye, this is raw, straight from the underground. Real talk.
You can stream the full album on AOL, Spinner, or MSN, and watch "Bolt Cutter" video at Alternative Press.
Turn up your speakers for this joint. x
Vasquez Sounds
I keep wanting to say how adorable these two are... but that just won't do.
The Vazquez siblings are absolutely sensational.
Covering the fabulous Adele is bold enough, but they absolutely KILL it.
Vazquez Sounds, performing "Rolling in the Deep"
Huge thanks to my buddy Danny G for the clip. x
Penguin Prison
THIS is my new jam.
Brilliant use of the Occupy Wall Street protests.
Penguin Prison is hot like Chromeo, but tight like Hall & Oates.
Straight-the-fuck-up dance party, but for those crazy liberal elites. x
Freedom
So, this must be the freedom that our brothers and sisters are dying to defend in the Middle East.
For shame any protester acting unnecessarily aggressive toward a police officer just trying to do their job during this movement. You will be arrested and you make us all look bad.
But to any police officer using unwarranted force against a peaceful protest in this country, you are a disgrace to your badge and an abomination to your code.
Keep it peaceful, keep it non-violent. Keep if real. Fight the power.
Pepper-sprayed protester, Elizabeth Nichols, from The Oregonian:
Nichols said a policewoman jabbed her in the ribs with a baton and pressed it against her throat. That made her angry.
She yelled at the officer, saying she was being mistreated. That's when another officer shot her with pepper spray. A photo by The Oregonian's Randy L. Rasmussen, which flashed across social media websites, shows Nichols was sprayed from a few feet away.
"It felt like my face, ears and hands were on fire," she said.
Dear Santa
As some of you know, I am not a fan of Christmas.
Therefore, I typically loathe any music played during this festive season.
But, I just found the first exception to my very strict rule of NO XMAS MUSIC...
Jay Brannan just released this outstanding holiday song, "Dear Santa"
Occupy Love
Charles Eisenstein has perfectly articulated the Occupy Wall Street movement.
And in the process, he has put what this movement means to me, into words that can be easily understood.
No matter what side of the aisle you're on, please take a minute to watch this.
And please do so with an open heart and an open mind.
Occupy Love. x
Steve McQueen Triumph Bonneville
The new Steve McQueen Triumph Bonneville. I need one. I need one so, so badly... x
From Cyril Huze:
Since 1902, Triumph has been producing distinctive motorcycles celebrated for their style and engineering. Through the 50′s and 60′s, names such as Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando cemented the Triumph legend. In 1991, Triumph was reborn remaining true to its heritage. And because the Steve McQueen’s name continues to sell motorcycles, Triumph is releasing a Special Edition limited to just 1100 bikes carrying his name.
Each of them will be delivered (price to be announced) in matt khaki Green paint job, Steve McQueen’s signature on the side covers, a solo seat, blacked out headlamp, luggage rack, wheel rims, hubs, handlebars, rear springs, mirrors, and mudguard supports, and arrived individually numbered, with a plaque on the handlebar clamp and a certificate of authenticity.
The Dance Party
Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, YES.
Brand new video from Washington D.C. party rock All-Stars, The Dance Party.
"Sing Your Song" is a killer tune with a tripped out, funky video.
Mick's vox are especially sexy on this one, ladies.
Well done, my friends. x
Rocky Business
1. This song is absolutely fucking amazing.
2. The title makes me a bit uncomfortable, but maybe I'm just a sensitive pussy.
3. Anyone that samples The Violent Femmes is ok in my book.
4. Turn up your speakers, please. NOW.
5. Rocky Business, "Heath Ledger"
Pretty Lights
BOOM.
Pretty Lights remixed the classic Run DMC song, "Tricky" for EA Sports.
If you haven't caght a live show, you need to get on that... STAT.
Man, this kid is straight bananas.
Florence + The Machine
The amazing, delicious, brilliant, creative, sexy, divine, incredible Florence finally dropped this gem.
If you didn't catch her perform "No Light, No Light" on SNL, you missed out.
Her performance was absolutely breathtaking.
A truly remarkable performer. x
Feist
Finally, a new video from the lovely and talented, Feist.
"How Come You Never Go There" should bring her back to the radio, even without an iPod ad. x
Wale
I love this.
Wale drops a poem he has written to a woman he has never met.
"Ambitious Girl" is real talk. x
MGMT
Get a load of this stunning new video from our favorite hipster psych rock maestros, MGMT.
"All We Ever Wanted Was Everything" is just about as trippy as these boys get.
And I like it... x
Red Hot Chili Peppers
New video and single from the legendary Red Hot Chili Peppers.
"Monarchy of Roses" is pretty standard radio-friendly pop son we've learned to expect from them.
Baby Bee
Check out this smokin hot duo from Louisiana, Baby Bee.
"High Heel Leather Boots" is a straight up rocker with tight vox and strong blues riffs.
I hope to hear a lot more from these boys.
Via Crazed Hits.
Angel Rocket
Super stoked on this Columbus, Ohio electronic rock duo Angel Rocket.
"I Can Be" is a straight industrial banger!
Turn up your speakers, kids. x
Jordan Cook
This kid Jordan Cook is a straight up rock n roller.
By way of Canada, he is bringing that dirty rock sound back with a vengeance.
I've been cranking "Black Eyes" - and all of his others - at my desk all morning. x
Michael Kiwanuka
What a beautiful song...
British songwriter, Michael Kiwanuka, is onto something with this one.
"Home Again" sounds like a love child of Otis Redding and Ben Harper, in my humble opinion.
Thanks to my boy Nicky G for the recommendation. Outstanding.
Zak Smith Band
Thanks to Twitter, I stumbled on this comrade from New Jersey, Mr. Zak Smith and his band.
"Brand New Party" is a strong tune in support of an incredible movement.
Well done, brother. Keep fighting the good fight.
Oh, Courtney Love
Miss Love had another meltdown onstage in Sao Paolo, Brazil, and stormed off mid-set.
Here, she clarifies her frustration backstage after the show.
More hating on Dave Grohl, of course.
Oh, and she pulled off her top... photo after the jump... (NSFW, obvis)
WU LYF
I was turned on to British heavy pop rockers, WU LYF, not too long ago.
"WE BROS" is a solid rock song with a cool, Arcade Fire-ype buildup and chorus.
I'm disappointed I missed their recent Brooklyn gig, but for you Cali fans, here are their November dates:
21ST San Francisco, CA, The Independent
22ND Los Angeles, CA, Troubadour
Common
Finally, some new material from one of Chicago's finest rappers, Common.
"Sweet" was recently filmed in Haiti and holy fuck is he bringin it HARD in this one.
And if you haven't seen it yet, check out his impressive role on the new show, "Hell On Wheels"
Killin shit.
Pop-Up Video: The White Stripes
Get More: The White Stripes, VH1 Pop Up Video
On Thanksgiving I will share with everyone how grateful I am for the return of Pop-Up Video.
Here they break down the classic White Stripes video for "I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself"
Thank you, VH1. x
The Rapture
The Rapture - Sail Away (short version) from DFA Records on Vimeo.
Hot new track from one of my favorite party bands, The Rapture.
"Sail Away" might be their best track in five years.
Turn up your speakers and DANCE. x
Chiddy Band
The latest from the Philadelphia boys, Chiddy Bang...
"Ray Charles" is a chill fuckin song if you ask me with a hot throwback hook.
I wasn't crazy about their last record, but I'm diggin this right here. x
Stipe, Eno, & Colbert
You have to be a madman, or a right-wing nutjob, to hate on Mr. Stephen Colbert.
And you will be missing out on his consistently hilarious musical guest appearances.
R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe and legendary producer Brian Eno join him for the classic, "Lean On Me"
Enjoy. x
1980 Honda CB750
This 1980 Honda CB750 is two years younger than my baby girl, but a whole lot sexier...
As always, from the best custom motorcycle blog on the interwebs, Bike EXIF:
Whenever I see a Honda CB750 in the metal, I’m always surprised at how big it is. In photographs, Honda’s iconic inline four always seems slim and sleek. So I’d love to throw a leg over this 1980 CB750 KZ, the latest custom from Cafe Racer Dreams. Nicknamed “Brownie”, it’s a CB750 on a diet. The Spanish builder’s changes are relatively small and conservative, but well-judged—this is the second bike they’ve modified in this style, and it’s becoming a signature look. Power gets a boost from Keihin carbs, free-flowing filters and a custom exhaust system. At the back are Hagon shocks, and up front are Renthal Ultra Low bars.
The electrics have been simplified and the ignition key unit has been relocated to underneath the tank on the right-hand side. That supremely glossy tank is a stock item, cut down, and of course the side covers have gone: the battery is now hidden away in a small custom-made aluminum box. It’s this new space under the custom seat that’s helped the CB750 to shed a lot of visual weight. The brown, gold and black color scheme is low-key but luxurious, like a fine piece of leatherwork. I’m sold, but unfortunately, so is this bike. Check out the stylish Cafe Racer Dreams website for more of these gorgeous machines.
Bruno Mars
This new song from Bruno Mars is just fucking great.
"It Will Rain" has a hot video with the new future ex-Mrs. Robal Johnson.
If you know her, please holler. Because I love her. x
Bad Fathers
Bad Fathers have offered up "Lead Me On" in support of the Occupy Wall Street movement.
Where the fuck are the rest of the artists out there using their voice to inflict change of the establishment.
Alex Hepburn - "This Is A Man's World"
The lovely and talented Miss Alex Hepburn covers one of the greatest songs ever written...
The legendary James Brown's "This is a Man's World"
Blackbells on Carson Daly
Blackbells were interviewed for Carson Daly down at the DeLuna Fest in Pensacola, Florida in mid-October.
Big congrats to the boys for their television DEBUT!
The Roots Crew
"Make My"
"Tip the Scale"
Here are the latest videos from the upcoming album from The Roots, "undun"
The record will be a concept album that serves as "an existential re-telling of the short life of one Redford Stephens (1974-1999)"
More gems from the hardest working band in show business. FACT.
Rep. DeFazio on OWS
Democratic Representative Peter DeFazio from Oregon absolutely fucking NAILS it.
I guess there are a few people in Congress that actually give a shit about us.
RE: GENERATION
I can not fucking WAIT to see this film.
RE: GENERATION is a mashup documentary, pairing world-renowned DJs and producers with unfamiliar genres of music.
Featuring DJ Premiere, Pretty Lights, The Crystal Method, Mark Ronson, and Skrillex.
Are you serious? SICK SHIT.
Kina Grannis
Amazingly beautiful tune from the lovely Kina Grannis.
Plus, the brilliantly creative video makes it that much more special.
"In Your Arms" is perfect. x
Ashtar Command
Loving this new tune from Ashtar Command, featuring Joshua Radin.
"Mark IV" is a killer electronic rock song and the vox harmonize perfectly with the industrial beats.
Keep em comin, AC... x
The Composure
Thanks to Bruce, these guys from Pittsburgh are on the national map...
The Composure's "Stop Now, Start Again"
A hint of Fall Out Boy influence, for sure. x
Boss Joins The Compusure
The Boss recently joined indie Pittsburgh band, The Composure, onstage for "Dancin In The Dark"
Can you fucking imagine???
The Civil Wars
This came out last year, but it's been in my head all morning, so here you go...
The Civil Wars, "Barton Hollow"
Live Adele
This looks absolutely spectacular.
Our lovely lady, Adele, at London's famed Royal Albert Hall.
In stores November 29th.
Can't wait. x
Psychobuildings
I'm all about this new cut from Psychobuildings.
Definitely an old-school Bowie and T Rex vibe going on here... And I like it.
"Terror Management" is a synth pop orgasm. x
Brick + Mortar
One of my favorite people in the music industry manages this great New Jersey band.
Brick + Mortar put on one hell of us a live show, but get intimate here with their acoustic session.
"Heatstroke" is a great little ditty.
Imagine Dragons
Been a fan of Imagine Dragons for about a year and have enjoyed watching their fanbase swell.
Original, sweet, innocent music with a big sound.
So glad they're finally gaining some serious traction.
Just signed with the legendary Interscope Records.
Foster the People
Foster the People
MTV debuted the new Foster the People clip for "Call It What You Want" today.
Trippy shit, boys. Whoa.
R.E.M.
The lovely and talented Kirsten Dunst graces the screen for R.E.M.'s latest video.
"We All Go Back To Where We Belong" is classic Stipe & Co, full of joy, but always with a hint of sadness.
I was one of the millions of people that were quite saddened by the news of their recent breakup.
One of the greatest bands of all time. FACT. x
The Silver Liners
I am really diggin The Silver Liners from Washington D.C.
I get a pop rock vibe, but with an edge of darkness.
Turn up your speakers and find out for yourself... x
Atomic Tom
Here's the latest video from New York City rockers, Atomic Tom.
"Break My Heart Around You" is catchy as hell and the video is just all kinds of FUN!
Well done, boys. Keep em comin.
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