It would have been easy for one to conclude that George Clinton was not pleased with his Belly Up audience’s reception. Continue reading…
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Interview: George Clinton Keeps Funkin’ Things Up
George Clinton may be turning 75 next month, but the funk pioneer certainly isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. In the past two years, he published his memoir Brothas Be, Yo Like George, Ain’t That Funkin’ Kinda Hard On You? — which candidly chronicled his hard-partying life and challenges securing royalties for his music — and released a new Funkadelic album of 33 songs, First Ya Gotta Shake the Gate. Continue reading…
Real Estate – Real Estate (Review)
New Jersey has produced some terrific music in years past. I mean, come on: Frank Sinatra, George Clinton, The Boss, Yo La Tengo, Bon Jovi… Alright, maybe not the Bon Jovi part, though I do freely admit to feeling the urge to sing along whenever “It’s My Life” comes across the airwaves. Don’t judge. But out of all those bands, Yo La Tengo is probably the most similar to Real Estate, and even that comparison is a stretch.
“Beach Comber”, the opening track on Real Estate’s self-titled debut, serves as a perfect introduction to the band’s surprising restraint and easy-go-lucky rhythm. Their music uses a feeling of youthful carelessness not just as a sonic template, but as a common theme that runs throughout the album. Front man Martin Courtney exhibits a thoughtful, sincere singing style, his voice humbly meshing with the hushed, playful tones. Continue reading