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Gotye on SNL


April 15, 2012, 4:51 pm
With its nudity and way-cool stop-motion body-paint-as-camo animation, Gotye's video for "Somebody That I Used to Know" is ripe for parody.

Lollapalooza


April 11, 2012, 2:19 pm
The Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Black Keys and English indie darlings Florence and the Machine will headline this year’s three-day Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago, Jane’s Addiction lead singer and Lollapalooza founder Perry Farrell announced Wednesday.

Rolling Stones


April 10, 2012, 3:22 pm
The Stones officially began in 1962, but the group considers 2013 their true 50th anniversary, as it wasn't until their second year that drummer Charlie Watts joined the band. This year will see the release of their 50th anniversary book, however, as well as the release of their Ed Sullivan Show performances.

We Are Augustines


April 10, 2012, 12:19 pm
There's an inspirational story behind the emotional and energetic brand of this Brooklyn group.

Coachella


April 9, 2012, 4:22 pm
Two consecutive weekends. And many of the thousands of fans bought tickets before even knowing the line up. Who needs a line up when there's a lot to be discovered further down the bill. Here are a few names to watch.

Everest


April 6, 2012, 10:52 am
Neil Young famously "discovered" this band and tapped them to open for a series of his shows. Now the SoCal rockers take the classic rock songwriting/indie rock approach to new places.

Alabama Shakes


March 27, 2012, 1:25 pm
In the last year as Alabama Shakes have catapulted from obscurity to widespread critical acclaim, the band's  life remains more or less unchanged when back in their kitchen.

Portland's Great Music Scene


March 27, 2012, 9:23 am
Most music lovers know Nashville, NYC and L.A. are great places to indulge in their passion, but for this list, LIVABILITY explored other cities off the beaten path where they might feel just as at home.

At the Record Store 3/20


March 20, 2012, 7:08 am
The day has come for fans of The Shins.  Many more great new releases at your local record store as well.  ~Jason Miller

Fitz & the Tantrums Guitar


March 16, 2012, 1:35 pm
Enter for a chance to win an autographed guitar from Fitz and the Tantrums by texting guitar (Contest Keyword) to 30776 (Short Code).  You can also use the form below to enter. Contest ends 3/25/2012 at 11:59 p.m.  Presented by Dick Hannah Dealerships.
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