Most People Are DJs Podcast

MPAD#202 - "The Short Video Edition"

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:24:09 -0800

If you were to look this podcast episode up in a TV Guide I'm not sure what they would call it. Is it a re-run? Not really, because it's got new video content, but, let's be honest, it's not really a new episode either. I took the intro and edited the Psychedelic Furs, Happy Mondays content into a 6 minute enhanced video that I think adds a bit to the original audio. It's packed full of small surprises. Btw, I filmed the video stuff at the show, I may post the actual music and live clip to YouTube. If I have the time I'd like to do more episodes like this.

I'm in Las Vegas this week but I got a nice little surpise planned for next week.

artists -

The Psychedelic Furs, Happy Mondays

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MPAD#202 "The Song That Made The Movie"

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:36:32 -0700

Next week, Halloween, one of my favorite holidays is coming . It's a holiday that lasts the whole month. It gives me an excuse to watch scary movies, sit around because it's raining outside and wear a silly costume.

I know I've slacked off on putting out podcasts, but I'm not going to lie and say that's going to change, I'm just saying when I get a chance to do an episode I'll do one. This episode I cover a few things like - talking about the Psychedelic Furs and the Happy Mondays, songs that make movies better than they really are and the upcoming Creepy Halloween Party at the Crofoot.

music:

Electric Tickle Machine - Blew It again

Echo and the Bunnymen - Life of 1,000 Crimes

Tim Rutili - Dreamless from The Lost

Neon Indian - Terminally Chill

mentions:

Crime and Punishment In Suburbia

The Lost

Creepy Cheapy Halloween Treat - watch the video!

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MPAD#201 "Iglu and Hartley Light Up Pontiac"

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:38:53 -0700

One of the bonuses of doing a podcast like mine is I get to re-live moments from shows that I really enjoy and share them with you. I filmed this clip with Iglu and Hartley over a month ago and I forgot what a good time that night was.The video was taken at Phonotropic the Friday event at Vermors Room in Pontiac. Jarvis, the singer was just hilarious to talk with, at one point he had my flip video filming what is at the end of the clip. You don't get much of a vibe for the I&G sound from the video, so check out their full length "& then boom" which was quite the buzz in the UK.

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MPAD#200 "It's About Time"

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 18:24:34 -0700

What's that they say? "It's better late than never" (which it was beginning to feel like). Welcome to the 200th episode of Most People Are DJs, I've been putting out these podcast episodes for over four years and I'm not sure how many other podcasts I can name that have made it to 200 episodes before fading away. With Most People Are DJs, as long as I keep to subjects I like and have something say about them, I don't see an end in sight. On this episode, I do what I usually do and play indie pop with bit of pop culture talk, but the songs are special because they are by bands I've met along the way of doing my show and they've become my friends.

music:

Deastro - Spritle

Any Day In June - Feathers

Champions of Breakfast - Nasy Bunz

Charlie Slick - Too Busy for Love

Eat Sugar - Pop Singer from "It's Not Our Responsibility"

Bank Heist "Bells Ring On"

mentions:

TV (listen to the Big Red Podcast)

Football (listen to ESPN Football Today)

be my friend at www.facebook.com/mikel.od.pfeiffer

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MPAD#199 "A Sucker for a Ballad"

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:33:28 -0700

Episode #199! Like Brian Fellow's would say "That's Crazy!"

music:

Hopewell "Stranger"

The Cribs "We Were Aborted"

Stricken City "Pull the House Down"

Iglu and Hartly "DayGlo"

Langhorne Slim "I Love You But Goodbye" (Did I call him Longshore Slim?)

reviewed or mentioned:

Jarvis Cocker ""Further Complications"

Depeche Mode "Sounds of the Universe"

Darwyn Cooke Richard Stark's The Hunter

Dark Blue

Tim Coyne's Hollywood Podcast

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MPAD#198 "Video with Zoos of Berlin!"

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:55:05 -0700

This video episode features Will and Dan of the band " Zoos of Berlin ," a local band with a disctive sound that separates them from other Detroit acts. Zoos of Belin play pop music that incorporates elements of jazz, progressive rock and vocal harmonies from Will and Treavor. They released "Taxis," their first full length with 11 tracks. The interview and video was done at Phonotropics 2nd Annual "Yessss!" bash at the Crofoot .

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MPAD#197 "Wax Ecstatic!"

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:41:18 -0700

The last time I spoke to Robert Wax was February of 2008 . Seems like yesterday, but Wax has been up to a lot of new things and on MPAD#197 he spills the beans on his acting career that has taken off, and what his band, Crashing Cairo has been doing. Wax tells some great stories about some of the famous people he's bumped into at his acting gigs. So when Whip It plays in theaters in October keep a close eye for my friend Robert Wax.

music:

Zoos of Berlin - Black in the Sun Room from Taxis

Crashing Cairo - "Whip It" "See" see them live at the Magic Bag on Aug. 14

mentions -

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MPAD#196 "on the Cusp of Something Big"

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 14:29:51 -0700

No blog text this week....

music:

Science Fiction Theater - She Is Catastrophic

Deastro - Treefrog

Earpwr - Future Eyes

Little Plastic Stars - Knight In Shining Armor

Any Day In June - Moda

mentions:

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MPAD#195 "Careful What you Say"

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 09:41:44 -0700

The fun on this episode could include counting the made-up or mis-used words I make throughout the episode, I know there are at least three blantant errors. I was recording in my car and going talkng faster than my brain was processing, a failing of mine.On the positive, I cover a ton of topics here that should make an interesting listen for you.

music -

Why? - The Blackest Purse

Wallpaper - Pool Party

Black Devil Disco Club - With Honey Cream

Class Actress - Careful What You Say

mentions:

submit your music video to RocketMonster

Facebook at 250 million users

The Concept of Free

BBC America

Rotten Tomatoes Show

G4 2009 Comic Con Coverage

Phonotropic's Wicked Amesome BBQ

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MPAD#194 "DJ Downtime"

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:29:02 -0700

Really short video episode with one of my favortie local DJs - DJ Downtime. I saw DJ Downtime warmup for DAT Politics a little over a month ago at the Pike Room. He had the crowd (well the 30 or so people there) moving to his energetic set of indie, electro, dance. I pulled him aside to spend a few minutes on his DJ technique and equipment. With a show titled Most People Are DJs, I think it's only fitting that once in a while I talk to an actual DJ.

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MPAD#193 "Heckle This:

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:20:04 -0700

After doing a few weeks of MPAD video episodes I decided I had a few things on my mind and an MPAD audio episode was due. This episode I catch you up on what I've been up to, a friend that I've made and a new track by an old band. I also talk about the documentary, Heckler, which explains what a Heckler is and how the definition has expanded to bolggers and critics. It's an interesting documentary with plenty of laughs.

music:

Black Moth Super Rainbow Born On A Day The Sun Didn't Rise (mp3) More On This Album

Bank Heist - Violins

Section 25 Garageland (mp3) More On This Album

We Were Promised Jetpacks Ships With Holes Will Sink (mp3) More On This Album

mentions:

Phonotropic Bash at Crofoot

Heckler on YouTube

Mikel OD on Facebook

Mikel OD on Twitter

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MPAD#192 "My Dear Disco - Our Motives Are Pure"

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:24:31 -0700

I have another video this week. To be honest, doing videos lately has been good for me for a number of reasons. First, the more I do video, the more I learn about how to make it more compelling. Second, I get more people downloading my video episodes, so, while I'm not going to stop doing MPAD audio it's nice to see healthy downloads from my video episodes. Third, I've devoted a lot of my time to my job search, doing the video episodes takes a bit less out of me in prep work. Finally, in making videos it's like I'm using a different part of my brain, I pull back on my opinions or ego and just focus on my video subject and how I can best represent them in my format.

This weeks MPAD vidcast features My Dear Disco, a band from AnnArbor that plays an eclectic typeof dance music that has elecments of world music, jazz, soul, etc. They put on a great live show and were a lot of fun to hang out with. If you enjoy the music, pick up their album on iTunes or eMusic.

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MPAD#191 "Deastro - Making Things Happen"

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:51:32 -0700

I remember the first time I saw Deastro , as the warmup for Manna &Quail a couple years ago. Back then it was just Randolph Chabot his synths and drum kit. He had so much energy, I was blown away. I kept seeing Deastro after, even putting him on my own showcase of bands. The more I saw Deastro, the more I got to know Randolph, full of integrity and fierce ambition. A kid that at this point in life deserves to a have a big ego and flaunt his accomplishments, instead, Randolph just pushes harder, deflating his ego by moving his band to the front and working harder with show after show. Deastro's got a new album out, Moondagger , that displays Randolph's growth as a singer and how he's worked his band into his compositions. Check out this video with Randloph as we sat down on a fantastic June night where Deastro played at the Crofoot in front of over 1,000 of their friends and family.

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MPAD#190 "Champions of Breakfast & Otto Vector"

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:15:11 -0700

I've went to a few shows lately and my flip camera has been tagging along. That annoying guy with the small camera he keeps holding in your way - that's me, sorry! But, you reap the benefits. I'm getting the vidcasts down to a "relative" science between mixing in audio, some comments and video. This week's video features 2 of my favorite Detroit bands, Champions of Breakfast and Otto Vector, that just happened to be playing on the same night. Val and Moses from CoB share stories about their touring. Then, Ginseng and Renee from OV tell me about what OV is up to (sort of). The video is 8 minutes and should keep you amused until next week when I have a superduper Deastro video coming!

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MPAD#189 "The Her Space Holiday Revival!"

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:55:16 -0700

I think this episode might just be my limit on how far I can push using my cheap (but awesome) flip camera and my even chaeaper video production software. On this MPAD Video episode I'm featuring Marc Bianchi the voice and intellect behind Her Space Holiday. Marc was kind enough to sit down with me and let me vdieo record the interview as well as the live clips which are from the HSH Pike Room show in May 25th, 2009. If you haven't checked out HSH's latest album, "X0X0 Panda, the New Kid Revival" you should give it a listen.

For more videos that I've taken you can check out my new website - Most People Are VJs!

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MPAD#188 "Cram and Scam!"

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:58:51 -0700

While this week's episode is is around 25 minutes, I cover a ton of topics from things I recommend on the interwebs, to a market research scam I fell for.

music:

Esser - Long Arms see his video

Her Space Holiday All You Demons (Cover) (mp3) More On This Album

Computer Perfection - Sweetie Pie (edit)

mentions:

DJ Graffiti "Hipsters Need Soul Too"

Flyp

Ghostly International comp

Deastro "Moondagger" on eMusic

Rocky LaPorte

Kids Read Comics!

MPAD Presents: StereoLuxxx at Phonotropic

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MAPD#187 "Basic J."

Wed, 27 May 2009 10:50:27 -0700

Deastro @ Be - Proud Gallery 09.05.09 from Be Events on Vimeo.

I haven't been talking up the pop culture on the show for a while and I haven't just sat back and had a good conversation for even longer, on this episode ogf MPAD I get to do both. I sit down with my friend, J. Celestino from Any Day In June and talk about what TV shows we stuck out the season with, what music we're liking and movies. I also brought aong a few songs to share with you and J. Btw, "Basic J." is an early song by Gary Numan, that later became "Jo the Waiter".

music -

Starfucker Boy Toy (mp3) More On This Album

Trashfashion - "I Can't Go For That"

Coury Palermo - "Here Comes the Rain Again"

Deastro - "Vermillion Plaza" watch the video above!

Robot Disaster - "Guitars Are Overrated"

mentions - (wee, a few of them anyway)

Auralgasms

Buzzfeed

the Horrors "Primary Colors"

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MPAD#186 "They DJ Too!"

Wed, 20 May 2009 10:35:03 -0700

I spent last weekend at Motor City Comic Con and had a great time buying some hardcover trades and talking to the artists. Being an independent comic artist at a comic convention is hard work that often goes unappreciated as people flock over to the B-movie stars or bargain bins, leaving out artists that pour their life into drawings and creating books that we relate to so much more than the superhero of the week. On this episode I interview three such comic artists that also have a connection to DJing. Enjoy the episode and check out the work the guys do because it's really great stuff.

Interviews -

Jeremy Wheeler from the Bang

Ryan Claytor And Then One Day

Paul Sizer BPM

music -

Dengue Fever March of the Balloon Animals (mp3) More On This Album

Cause Co-Motion You Lose

Dreamdate Have I Told You? (mp3) More On This Album

Machinedrum Late Night Operation (feat. Theophilus London) (mp3) More On This Album

mentions -

All Movie Guide

my facebook page(be my friend)

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MPAD#185 "PoBPaH Audio"

Wed, 13 May 2009 10:27:37 -0700

So maybe I'm going overboard with this, but on this episode of MPAD, I have the full interview with the Pains of Being Pure at Heart. Two weeks ago I played a track from them, last week was the video, this week is the interview. What can I say? PoBPAH is one of my favorite bands of 2009. During the interview they also mentioned 2 bands that I play this episode that are new finds for me - Girls and the Manhattan Love Suicides.

The Motor City Comic Con is this weekend with lots of great guests and artists so be sure to come out! I'll be at MCCC on both Friday and Saturday.

music:

the Pains at Being Pure At Heart "Kurt Cobain's Cardigan" "Stay Alive"

The Manhattan Love Suicides "Thinking Is Killing Me"

Girls - "Hellhole Ratrace"

mentions:

Selected and Collected an Emusic Selects Compilation

Motor City Comic Con

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MPAD#184 "POBPAH Video"

Wed, 06 May 2009 07:17:57 -0700

I think I'm finally starting to get the hang of making video episodes. This episode gives you a quick peek behind the curtain at my studio-work area, then a clip of the Pains of Being Pure at Heart using video that I took from my interview with them. The full interview will be featured in next week's audio episode.

Video -

the Pains of Being Pure at Heart live at the Pike Room 4-29-2009

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MPAD#182 "The Pains at Being Forgetful"

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:46:12 -0700

Last week I got ahead of myself and put out MPAD#183, skipping right past MPAD#182. At a certain point I think numbering shows seems a bit unnecessary, but I’m ready for that yet. I cover a ton of stuff this episode so let’s get straight to the links. Remember, Saturday, May 2^nd is free comic book day!

music:

Alka – Separate

Friendly Foes – “Get Yr. Shit Together”

ZAZA – “Always On” download the ep!

The Pains At Being Pure At Heart – “Young Friction”

mentions:

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Susan Boyle (groan)

Franz Ferdinand

Hyper Crush (better than black eyed peas)

Harper's Island (Watch it!)

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MPAD#183 "Sertonin, Dopamine Fiend"

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 17:28:01 -0700

It's back to the audio editions for MPAD for a bit, on this episode I record part of the show using a new app for the iPod Touch called StudioApp by Krasidy. It's a fun app but definitely has some bugs to be worked out. The music I play is from 3 bands from the Detroit area and Maus Haus from San Francisco. There's an audio clip at the end from Derek Coward from the Comic Book Noise podcast about a past show of mine. I can always expect the real deal from Derek and he doesn't disappoint with this message.

music:

Maus Haus We Used Technology (But Technology Let Us Down) [Courtesy of Pretty Blue Presents] (mp3) More On This Album

I, Crime - "Dove Skin Gloves"

Love Meets Lust - "Utah" download the ep for free here!

Stereoluxxx - Safe

mentions:

Krasidy StudioApp

PirateBay Story

Darkworlds:Project 31

Free Comic Dat at Greenbrain Comics

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MPAD#181 "Happy Funkin' Easter!"

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:58:41 -0700

I'm still on vacation in Florida enjoying the weather and pool. My highlight of the week was visiting my brother Matt who lives in Tampa. I read an entire novel, The Pledge by Rob Kean. It's one of the "hazing gone too far, weird fraternity rites" books. It's a page-turner, but a little too cliche for me. On this week's show I have another short video episode with Sex Ghost and Stereoluxxx . Both are local Detroit bands, comprised of two people that make oddly funky and moving music. I'll play a track by Stereoluxx on an upcoming audio episode of MPAD.

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MPAD#180 "MPAD March Madness"

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:30:50 -0700

I'm on vacation in Florida where it's sunny and warm. Well, it's actually raining today, but that gives me time to put up this video epsiode of MPAD. While I wasn't at SXSW, I did see my fair share of bands in the month of March. On this episode I give small sampling from some of those shows. The video is about 6 minutes long.

artists:

Theophilus London - download "My Charming Mixtape"

Mindless Self Indulgence

Despot

Ratatat - If you get the chance make sure you see their live show!

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MPAD#179 "The Return of Velvet Code"

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:08:39 -0700

On this episode I have an interview with Marlon from the electro-synth-pop band Velvet Code. You might remember them because I interviewed them back on MPAD#134. I also give you the opportunity to win the new CD from Velvet Code "Black Blue Blind" just be dropping me an email at mostpeoplearedjs@gmail.com and putting "Velvet Code" in the subject area. Of course if you want to digress and tell me what you think of the show etc. that would be more than welcome. I'm off to Florida next week but I'm going to try and squeeze in a video episode before I go.

music -

Velvet Code "Swimming With Him" and "Say You Love Me"

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MPAD#178 "Reality Bites"

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:00:13 -0700

On MPAD#178 I get back to an audio podcast with some great music and talk about job loss, a few podcasts and a terrific new album. As I mention on the podcast here is my review for 800Beloved's Bouquet.

800Beloved "Bouquet"
Just the other day I was discussing with my friend how the instant access to the overflowing fountain of music has lead me to a lesser appreciation of it. When music today flows like water from a leaky tap, it's easier to leave the tap dripping. Why bother to even drink from it? It's better to just let it puddle on the floor and maybe some will manage to latch onto my pant cuff as I stumble through it on the way to take a leak.

Of course, just to prove I'm full of shit and like to pontificate fancy verbiage, an album like 800Beloved's Bouquet comes along and the water suddenly turns purple with a sugary, syrup taste coaxing me to lap it up like a man that hasn't had a good drink in ages. I could go through a breakdown on just how good each of Bouquet's 11 tracks are with moments that echo New Order with a shoegaze twist, but that would just an exercise in tedium as the whole album is glorious in it's decadent, rich darkness. Mike Pfeffer

music:

Silverghost "A Place to Start"

I Fight Dragons "The Faster the Treadmill"

800Beloved "Your High School Photo"

The Whip "Trash"

mentions:

recent article on the company I use to work for

mifimcast (my upcoming podcast)

Adam Carolla Podcast

Cheap and Dirty Podcast

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MPAD#177 Neat Video

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:06:20 -0700

Last week I gave you the audio, this week it's video from the Neat Neat Neat show I put together on Fedb. 27th, 2009. Video is not my fortay, but I hope this gives you a flavor of the fun that was had. Next week I'm getting back to a regular audio show with some interesting personal news.

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Eat Sugar

the Nice Device

Love Meets Lust

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MPAD#176 "Neat, Neat, Neat Audio Edition"

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:00:05 -0800

It's was a great Friday night at the Pike Room for MPAD Presents Neat Neat Neat. A good crowd turned out, the bands played excellant sets and the Sucker DJs played the hits. People were dancing, smiling and at least one person got embarassingly drunk. The best part is I actually got some decent recordings from the show to share with you. If you were there, you can relive the night and if you weren't, you can hear what you missed. Next week I have video coming!

music -

Eat Sugar - "Falling Down" (not "Never Forget" as I refer to it)

the Nice Device - "Love My Way"

Love Meets Lust - "Blown Away" (I think that's the song title)

mentions -

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MPAD#175 "Eat Nice Lust"

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 18:52:41 -0800

As I try to get all my stuff done for the show this Friday I've made this a short episode. But that doesn't mean it isn't packed full of great stuff for you. I'm playing songs by each of the bands playing at Neat Neat Neat as well as a song by a band that is around by memory only. I'm also reviewing "Years of Refusal" the latest Morrissey CD and Dollhouse the new TV show from Joss Whedon.

music:

Eat Sugar - Black Eye

the Nice Device - Public Transportation

Love Meets Lust - Cop Lights

Bell Hollow - The Fire (The Sound cover)

mentions:

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MPAD Video "Val Hundreds from CoB"

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:05:36 -0800

I've been playing around with this program called Comic Life - it's awesome. I'm able to put together these comic stories like the one above to go with my episodes. I put these pics in the video but becuase the video is small you may not be able to read them. On the video Val Hundereds from Champions of Breakfast tells a story from his youth and the background behind their crazy stage props.

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MPAD#174 "In A Weird Funk"

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 16:52:03 -0800

I had my reservations about putting this episode out, it's not one of my best. But, I'll leave you to be the judge of it. Most of the crappiness lies in that I wasn't prepared for my interview with Gil Mantera's Party Dream . That's not to say I didn't know who GMPD was, I did, I just didn't ever feel relaxed asking them questions. I've been much less prepared for other interviews and had a better go at it. GMPD were nice enough guys, I just an awkward feeling with them I couldn't quite overcome. I also had a lot of problems getting a good recording. I use a Zoom H2 which usually works great, provided people speak loud enough to be picked up by the microphone. Quiet mumbling just doesn't make for a great recording.

While I may not be happy with the interview, the music is great. I play 2 tracks by GMDB and 1 track by Love Meets Lust. LML is headlining the show I am promoting Nov. 27th, so if you like what you hear come check it out.

Interview: Gil Mantera Party Dream

Music:

Gil Matera's Party Dream - Elmo's Wish, Get Sirius

Love Meets Lust - Ratsmaster

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MPAD #172" "Always A Good Things"

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 11:40:14 -0800

Believe it or not this is take 3 on my show notes/blog for this episode! My first take on show notes didn't even have anything to do with the episode but more on that ridiculous pic of me and one of the members of Millionaires. (Ridiculous refers to the me part of the pic, Allison from Millionaires is fantastic).

On take one I had this brilliant, witty blog written that even made a point. Unfortunately, I got this problem with my blog editor that if I do a search on the same page I'm doing the blog on, I lose any text I put in for my blog. It's complicated, frustrating and only an idiot like me makes the mistake twice on the same day!

I'll be honest, for me, intellectual brilliance like I had written earlier today is few and far between and there's never a hope that I'm able to recapture it. So, all I can do is move on and tell you to enjoy the episode. It has an interview, a live review and shimmering, sparkly, electro-indie pop.

Inteview: Cale Parks (here's a pic of Cale and I)

music:

Cale Parks - Every Week Ends

O.M.D. - Of All the Things We've Made

Paper Route - Empty House

Gil Matera Dance Party - Waking Vision

mentions:

Gil Matera Dance Party Live Show

MPAD Presents - Neat Neat Neat

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MPAD Video "Champions of Breakfast"

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:24:46 -0800

Friday night, Champions of Breakfast (CoB's) played Luna. Let's talk about Luna. Luna is a mainstay in Royal Oak, MI. It is a haven for people like me, that are over 30 (even 40) but still love to shake it to some of today's better alternative music and older music from the days when we maybe looked better on the dance floor. Another tribe at Luna is the "graduated from college but I can't stop the partying" crowd with threadbare college t-shirts, beers in each hand and loud girls in tow. It's a fun place that doesn't discriminate, but those that go usually know what they are in for.
This was CoB's first time in Luna, let alone their first time playing Luna. When I arrived they expressed they were a bit nervous how the crowd would react to their performance. After all, if you haven't seen a CoB show, what they do on stage can come as quite a shock. CoB were also the first of 3 bands playing that night, which means the crowd is still a bit reserved, calm and operating on too many brain cells which inhibit the body from really moving. Rather than just take the stage and get their part over with, CoB took their chance and stormed the stage in a flash of frenetic, flashy, high-powered glee. The audience reaction was a thoughtful chin-rub that moved to shake of a head and then wide smiles as arms were thrown up and people moved to floor and joined the party. They got it.
CoB proceeded to keep the up the pace with their onstage antics of doning glitter coaks, plastic armor, fake wooden instruments and off-beat cover choices of "We Built This City..." and "Games People Play." Their choice cover of "Sean Me An Angel" was a clever godsend gift to an audience that remembered the song from their youth. CoB's original songs about video games, Dungeons and Dragons and mythlogical beings of lore were readily accepted. After all, who hasn't hadn't had a D&D basement party?
CoB ended the show with "Pegasus Ride (R U Ready)" which asks the question "are you ready?" and received a hearty reply back. They were indeed ready. If you looked hard enough, CoB could be found after they show,as they left their sweaty, magestic clothing behind for indiscriminate attire and glasses. They moved quietly through the crowd with the occasional nod and handshake. CoB's members, Val Hundreds and Moses Jackson pack it up and go home quietly to plan their next ambush.
CoB's next show is February 2nd and 3rd playing with the similarly spasitic Gil Mantera's Party Dream.

MPAD#172 "Kill Your Idols"

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:00:07 -0800

On MPAD#172 I review 2 documentaries I saw recently, Religulous and Kill Your Idols. Putting the episode together I discovered (as is usually the case) there was stuff I meant to mention but forgot. I don't want to let that stuff go to waste, so I'm going to slip it in this blog space and if I remember I'll mention it on my next episode. I played a clip from Lydia Lunch and she mentions loving the Dead Boys and how she got her name "Lydia Lunch." Well, hearing about her name, got me thinking about the song "I Need Lunch" by the Dead Boys. Now I know what Stiv Bators meant when he said he didn't need a cook but he still wanted lunch. That song is even meaner and dirtier than I originally thought. For the record, "Young, Loud and Snotty" is better than "Never Mind the Bullocks..." and I don't really care for much by Lydia Lunch but "Death Valley 69" is brilliant.

music -

Dolphin City - Old Romance

Passion Pit - Sleepyhead

Bell - Brown Bear

The Do - Tammy

Jesus Chainsaw Massacre - Dance Dance Dance (Lykki Li remix/cover)

reviews -

Religulous

Kill Your Idols

mentions -

Hipster Runoff

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MAD#171 "Looking Backwards and Forwards"

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:27:10 -0800

It's been too long since I've done a proper episode of MPAD. I could list a hundred reasons for the delay, but I'd rather spend the energy moving forward. This is my 2008 recap epissode where I mention some of the things I dug in 2008 and what I'm looking forward to in 2009. I talk about TV, music and more. I'm sure I mention more than what is below in the show notes so make sure you listen close.

music - my 5 fave MPAD tracks from 2008

Summerbirds In The Cellar - Ugly Inside (from MPAD#136)

800Beloved - Colours (from MPAD#128)

Black Kids - Hurricane Jane (from MPAD#145)

Bell Hollow - Foxgloves (from MPAD#140)

The Silent Years - Black Hole (from MPAD#159)

mentions -

Seth Harwood's Young Junius

BPM

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DollHouse

MPAD Presents: My Name Is Charlie Slick!

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:29:46 -0800

It's getting close to 2009, so I thought I would take this chance to show you some of the new directions I'll be moving towards next year. Most People Are DJs has always been my outlet to promote media and music that doesn't have mainstream recognition, but I think deserves wider attention. The subjects I choose are usually people like myself, that take on the DIY ethic of creating, marketing and releasing their product all on their own. Charlie Slick, the subject of this "MPAD Presents" video is a perfect example of a DIY artist with a clear vision of his wacky, dynamic artistry and why he does what he does. It's a 7 minute video taking live clips from some of Charlie's shows and an interview I conducted with him in September. It's a bit rough, but most of it was done with a Flip video camera and a primitive video editing program, proving anybody can do this.

Links:

Charlile Slick

Charlie's next show is January 24 at the Trowbridge House of Coffee in Hamtramck

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MPAD#170 "Carjackin' Christmas"

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:53:08 -0800

Happy Holidays! Enjoy the episode while I get some rest...

music:

Carjack - My name Is Carjack

the Kickdrums - Love Is A Drug

Charlie Slick - Now You've Got Your Lasers on Me

Voicedude - All the Little Things

links:

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MPAD#169 "I Dig Vampires"

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:56:58 -0800

I know, I know, I did a lot of horror stuff back in October when it seemed relevant. Yet, here I am in December with an episode centered around Vampires. What can I say? I dig Vampires! With the movie Twilight opening (which you will not be getting a review from me on), the hit TV show True Blood (which I do review) and more, Vampires are back again with a vengence. My question is, did they really ever go away? Unlike other horror icons, with their lust for (taking) life and zeal for evil doings, the Vampire continues to hold our interest.

music -

Vampire Hands - Statuette (mp3) More On This Album

Dracula Zombie USA - Right Makes Might (mp3) Buy at eMusic

Evil Nine - They Live

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MPAD#168 "Saved By New Science"

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:24:24 -0800

It took me a little longer than usual to crank this one out. I'm not sure why. Mostly, it was a matter of finding the time to sit in front of the mic and record. But, I haven't been busy, I've been spending to much time on my iTouch and watching bad TV - which I'll talk about next week. This week I review a bad movie and even worse commercials.

music -

the Ghouliez - the Gate

Sex Ghost - New Science (that's Natasha and me for the mp3 cover art)

Deastro - Parallelogram - Get it here on eMusic!

mentions -

Saved by Zero commercial

NFL Network commercial

Christmas on Mars

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MPAD#167 "Karaoke Night With A Medic Droid"

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:48:18 -0800

Somewhere along the way I think I've lost my aging compass when it comes to music. Friends my age will tell me they don't like new bands because they can no longer relate to them and it isn't relevant to the life they currently lead. For me, music is as much about escapism as it is about wondering weather carries any relevance. I lead a mundane life. I like it that way, but I don't really need a band to remind me of it. What I need is a band that recaptures my youthful spirit by playing music that makes me what to shake off the lethargy that creeps in and settles on me because I've been thinking too much about paying dues and bills. Bands like the Medic Droid and Hyper Crush do that for me.

On this episode I play six tracks, I talk to the bands Medic Droid and Hyper Crush, and review the live show. Have a good Thanksgiving, and if you can come out the Crofoot on Nov.29th for Christmas On Mars!

Boy Crisis - Dressed to Digress (reminds me a bit of Soft Cell)

the Medic Droid - Fer Sure (remix), It's about Love (Get their ep on iTunes!)

Interview with Chris and Hector of Medic Doid

HyperCrush - The Arcade (edit), Sex And Drugs (I like the line about Soda Pop)

Interview with Hypercrush

Chronic Future - Rocket Science

mentions -

HK Army

MPAD Presents: BPM Media#8

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:44:21 -0800

Here it is, the final episode of BPM Media. I want to thank BPM, writer/artist Paul Sizer for doing so much work to put these episodes together. BPM Media, was an experiment of mine to promote independant art in a visual medium that could be easily viewed and informative at the same time. In 8 episodes, BPM Media provided bits of knowledge on both, Paul Sizer and his graphic novel, BPM. I hope you enjoyed the episodes, and, moreover, it prompts some of you to buy a book that may have never been on your radar screen.

Paul Sizer was the guest on Comic Geek Speak this week. They cover all kinds of territory both music and comics related.

For more information on BPM, visit Paul's BPM site he updates it regularly.

More Most People Are DJs artist videos are coming, but, later this week expect a packed MPAD episode with music, interviews and, of course, skewed intellect.

MPAD Presents: BPM Media#7

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:46:53 -0800

It's the next to the last epsiode of BPM Media. One BPM Media #7, BPM writer/artist, Paul Sizer explains the techniques behind the artwork in BPM.

The reviews for BPM are coming in, check out this one from ICV2!

As always you can find out more about BPM at Paul Sizer's BPM site.

MPAD#166 "Sucker DJ Powers Activate!"

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:33:01 -0800

I think today was the first snow to fall today for this time of year. Gray skies, snow, falling temperatures, just the stuff to usually bring a person today. But, today I'm all smiles and that's what this epsiode is all about. After some dark days, I'm turning over a new leaf and starting to look forward to tomorrow again. I'm playing some fun mix stuff and showgazesque tracks while I spiel on about PodCamp, MI and my iTouch.

music -

Bell Hollow - Getting On In Years (Phofo Remix)

School of Seven Bells Half Asleep (mp3) Buy at iTunes Music Store

SeaVault - I Could Be Happy

Girl Talk - In Step

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Twitter

BPM

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MPAD Presents: BPM Media#6

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:28:04 -0800

On BPM Media#6, writer/illustrator Paul Sizer introduces the major players of BPM.
This episode includes lots of great illustrations from BPM.

Be sure to check out PodCamp Michigan this Saturday, I'll be there talking about how to make the most out of new media.

MPAD Presents: BPM Media#5

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:40:30 -0700

This episode opens at my favorite comic store, Green Brain Comics! If you're in the Dearborn, MI area please pay them a visit. They have a huge and well organized selection of comics. Dan and his wife, Katie, are very helpful and while he may not speak much on video, Dan's more than ready to recommend a comic or grahic novel. There are 3 more epsiodes of BPM left and only a few weeks before it is available at you local comic store. As always you can find out more about BPM Media by visiting the website.

MPAD#165 "Halloween, Creepy O.D."

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:08:53 -0700

MPAD#165 is a special Halloween show. I love Halloween, because it gives me an excuse to dive deep into the horror and dark stuff I have an interest in and it's okay becuase I'm just in the spirit of the holiday. With all the economy doom and gloom, horror is actually a welcome escape.

music -

Anorak - Pet Sematary

Dirty on Purpose - Send me An Angel

mashups -

frothedevil - devil mix

Ceekyboy - Doomed Man's Party

Apollo Zero - Don't Scream Halloween Paid in Full

from Night of the Living mashup

Bride of the Living Mashup

mentions -

Midnight Meat Train

Supernatural Season 4

Young Junius

BPM Media #4

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:05:49 -0700

We're back for BPM Media#4. On this episode BPM author Paul Sizer talks about how his love for music grew in college and how he intermingled music with his comic work.

BPM the Graphic Novel is due out November.

Be sure to check out BPM's website.

MPAD#164 "David Gedge of the Wedding Present"

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 19:11:19 -0700

After taking a week off of MPAD, I'm back with a vengence! On this episode I interview my favorite lyricist in music today, David Gedge of the Wedding Present. TWP recently played live in my area and I was fortunate enough to get a few minutes of David's time to answer a few questions. He's quite amusing and very accommodating. If you're a fan of TWP and you don't have El Rey, yet, you should pick it up, it's another geat release. Also, on the episode I play more jangle pop, feature spooky soundtrack band Goblin and more.

Interview:

David Gedge of the Weddng Present and Cinerama

Music:

The Wedding Present - Gazebo (John Peel version)

The Wedding Present - Spiderman On Hollywood

Dirty On Purpose - Light Pollution

Army/Navy - My Thin Sides

the Von Bondies - Pale Bride

Mentions:

The Crofoot's Creepy Cheapy Halloween Treat

Goblin

Dread Media

Destroy the Brain

MPAD Presents: BPM Media#3

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:28:42 -0700

On BPM Media#4, BPM writer/illustrator Paul Sizer discusses the comics he read growing up, from the superheroes to the independents. Lots of great graphics in this video. It's like taking a peek into Paul's comic collection.

for more info on BPM visit Paul's BPM website.

MPAD Presents: BPM media #2

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:04:50 -0700

Welcome to BPM Media#2! BPM Media is a collaboration between myself and writer/artist Paul Sizer. This is the 2nd episode of an 8-part vidcast about BPM, the graphic novel, written and drawn by Paul Sizer. Each part will focus on providing background on BPM and on Paul's history with comics and music. On BPM Media #2 Paul talks about his early days making comic books and self publishing.

If you have feedback on BPM media you can email me at mostpeoplearedjs@gmail.com or Paul Sizer. If you are interested in the graphic novel please visit Paul's BPM website, he has preview pages up there and lots of other great stuff. Be sure to come back next week for the next episode of BPM.

BPM Media#2

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:53:11 -0700

MPAD#163 "Talk A Look Before I Melt Away"

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 18:53:52 -0700

music:

Michna Triple Chrome Dipped (mp3) More On This Album

Low Vs. Diamond - Wasted

Ignatius Jones - Like A Ghost (see the video)

Profile:

Specimen

other:

BPM Media

BPM Media #1

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:41:26 -0700

Welcome to BPM Media! BPM Media is a collaboration between myself and writer/artist Paul Sizer. It is an 8-part vidcast about BPM, the graphic novel, written and drawn by Paul Sizer. Each part will focus on providing background on BPM and on Paul's history with comics and music.

MPAD#162 "Starf***ers and Severed Heads"

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 16:30:21 -0700

The flyer above is for my next Most People Are DJs event with Phonotropic on Friday, Oct. 17th. The flyer was designed my friend Shawn Amberger at non-redundant.com. The show this week is packed with great music, an artist profile and more.

music:

Starfucker Pop Song (mp3) More On This Album

Santogold - You'll Find A Way (Switch and Swindon Remix)

Dragonette I Get Around (mp3) More On This Album

Severed Heads - Heart of the Party

Del The Funky Homosapien, Dan the Automator Mastermind (mp3) More On This Album

mentions:

BPM

Severed Heads

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MPAD#161 "Spin the Bottle"

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:02:41 -0700

With Wall Street falling apart at the seams, the economy not getting better and my wallet taking a beating, I need to inject some humor in my life. The songs on this week's show should put a few smiles on your face, there a little silly, but i wouldn't call them "novelty" songs.

music:

Champions of Breakfast - When Trolls Roam the Earth (check out their cover of Send Me An Angel)

Bell Hollow - Copper Crayon (Project Jenny Project Jan Remix)

Project Jenny Project Jan - 320

EsQuire - Spin the Bottle (watch his video on the left!)

mentions:

Deep Cutz Blog

Hulu

Watch Fringe on Hulu

MPAD#160 "I'm the Coconut Man"

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:55:51 -0700

MPAD#160 mostpeoplearedjs@gmail.com

Music:

dan le sac Vs. Scroobius Pip Look For The Woman (mp3) More on This Album

Alias Well Water Black (feat. Yoni Wolf of WHY?) (mp3) More On This Album

Hexes & Ohs H-H-Highschool (mp3) More On This Album

Charlie Slick - Coconut Man

Electric President - Monsters

mentions:

MPAD#159 "I Wasn't Made For Fighting"

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 09:19:52 -0700

I can see the leaves beginning to turn color and the TV is getting turned on a bit more frequently. Fall is coming and with it comes new TV, new music and football. On MPAD#159 I'm playing some new music from a couple of folks that have risen back from the ashes of yesterday, Juliana Hatfield and Wayne Hussey. There's also local band the Silent Years. I saw them play last night and I have to say seeing them live is an almost spiritual event. In the middle are a couple of electro-pop/dance tracks that are very infectious. There's TV talk as I cover what I'm watching this fall, by the way, I watched 90210 last night and believe it or not, it's good! Reminds me of the old 90210 with a fresh spin. I should have mentioned that I'm watching the Shield and the first episode of it's last season was pretty great.

music -

Juliana Hatfield, Richard Butler This Lonely Love (feat. Richard Butler) (mp3) Buy at iTunes Music Store

The Silent Years Black Hole (mp3)More On This Album

Woodhands I Wasn't Made for Fighting (mp3) More On This Album

You say Party! We Say Die! You're Almost There (mp3) More On This Album

Wayne Hussey - A Night Like This (Cure cover)

mentions -

Republican Convention

TV Fall Schedule

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MPAD#158 "Sucker DJ!"

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:31:26 -0700

A couple freinds of mine that are encylopedic when it comes to music and myself have decided to start a DJ Crew called Sucker DJs. The unspoken mission of Sucker DJs will be to disspel the myth that all DJs have that "cooler than thou, untouchable" attitude. We're approachable, down to earth guys, playing music that strays away from tedium and repetition. We add flavor to the typical DJ set and we mean that literally.

Along with Jeff Milo, Tom Matich, and myself, as Sucker DJs we'll be playing indie, electro, soul, hip hop, etc. that will move your feet, make you grin and think things that are probably best left unsaid. We'll be playing as part of Encore,
a big bash at the Crofoot on Friday, Aug. 29th. Yeah, its approaching fast...

In celebration of the Pontiac's Arts Beats and Eats Festival I'm playing local bands that will be performing there or nearby soon. These are local artists that need to be heard nationally.

music:

the Hard Lessons - See and Be Scene

Deastro - The Green Harbor

Silver Ghost - Bad Blood

Javelins - Flowers

Zoos of Berlin - Below the Old House

Little Plastic Stars - The Sound of Velver Crushing

mentions:

What We Do Is Secret - the Germs DocuDrama

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MPAD Video NME 2008

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 09:54:19 -0700

Here's some pics taken of me and various people at New Media Expo '08.

Thanks to the people in the photos for taking a pic with me and being wonderful people.

MPAD#157 "NME 08 Recapisode"

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 20:09:59 -0700

This year's NME was held in Las Vegas which came with both good and bad things. The good things were there was tons to do, people to watch and maybe a chance to win some money. The bad was too many distractions, hard to focus on NME and easy to lose money. I was lucky to have share a room with two great Podcasters, Charles from Insomnia Radio SoCal and Steve from Geek Cred (check their shows out!) With those two, I always had a fun time and met lots of people they knew. On this episode, Charles and I did some poolside recording of our perceptions on the show. There's also some great music Charles' recommended and a couple of other surprises. A slide show of my pics will be up in a couple days so check back!

music -

Career Club - Down In Arms

Dinky Loop - Dance Your Way Out (of Trouble)

Mighty Six Ninety - Mistakes Like These

The Spires - In the Autumn Time

Faded Paper Figures - North By North

The Carps - Veronica Belmont

Jonathan Coulton - Baby Got Back

mentions: (sorry of I forget anyone!)

Brian Ibbott Coverville

Ron Fron iFanboy!

Felica Day Watch the Guild!

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MPAD 156B "Hyper Crush On Millionaires!"

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:34:10 -0700

Maybe you've seen the video for the Hyper Crush/Millionaires interview. Well here is the audio which includes the full interviews, songs, backstage laughs and more.

Music/Interview

Hyper Crush "Candy Store" "Infinite Youth" "Boom Box" Get "The Arcade" here!

Millionaires "I Move It Newwww" "Alcohol" "I Love Money"

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MPAD#156 Video "Hyper Crush on Millionaires"

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 18:37:41 -0700

I love electro! Electro of all types. Hyper Crush and Millionaires are electro music to party and dance to. What they may lack in depth they make up for in fun. This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode: a video epsiode and an audio epsiode. Part 1 is the video which has just small portions of the interview that will be part of the audio episode, plus a couple other surprises. The video gives a good view of 2 young, enthusiastic, awesome bands on tour.

Part 2: the audio episode will be available Tuesday (8/12/08) night!

MPAD#155 "Phonotropic Yesss!!!"

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 08:25:06 -0700

On this episode I actually folllow through with something I promise from the previous MPAD episode! It's a video taken from Phonotropic's Wicked Awesome Barbequed Musical Safari...Yesss! Fun was had, drink turned into drunk and music carried the night away. Thanks to the wonderful camera work by Tim Doyle of Stafforrd Media Group you get a front seat to the fabulously frenzied experience.

music:

Millions of Brazilans - Vermont

other bands at the fest:

Manna and Quail

Silent Violet

Alan James and the Cold Wave

The Codgers

Prussia

MPAD#154 " A Milli Things To Do"

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 08:30:44 -0700

Last night I got to check out the Art Fag DJ collective at Vernor's Room which was cool, but that isn't the point. I was told by friends that I should see the Hard Lessons, but all I heard was comparisons to the White Stripes who I am just not much of a fan for. But, I made my way over to see the Hard Lessons and they were BRILLIANT! Completely at the top of their game, rocking out like a national headliner and having friends from other bands join them on stage. They made me a believer and you'll hear them on MPAD real soon.

As for this week's episode, I split up the talk from the music. I have a 15 minute mix at the beginning that includes a demo from one of my favorite local bands, the Nice Device, then, the mix gets funky and trippy (where's that sample from?) leading to something from Girl Talk's latest (which you can download online). The talk covers the latest albums I've listened to, a new technology toy and some crazy song that's been driving me crazy! Enjoy.

music -

The Clean Tee Pee's & Tom Toms (mp3)More On This Album

The Nice Device - Crawlspace

Rediscover - Drink The Night Away download the record here!

Lo-Fi Fink - Change Channel

Girl Talk - Give Me A Beat get his record here!

Ether Aura - Last Night I Dreamt

mentions -

The Hold Steady

Modular Leave Them All Behind vol. 2

The Wombats

A Milli, A Milli, A Milli....

Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog (buy it on itunes)

Pinnacle Video Transfer

Woot!

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MPAD#153 "John Sellers Is Perfect From Now On"

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 09:50:34 -0700

I think this is my first "author" interview episode. John Sellers is the author of "Perfect From Now On: How Indie Music Saved My Life" and has also contributed articles to Spin, GQ, The New York Times and more. He's an obsessive music fan that I could spend countless hours at a bar arguing over which Smiths song is best or which bands should really reunite. Our conversation is an hour and includes 2 tracks and underscored by some of the best music from the 80's, 90's and even a few from today.

music:

Guided By Voices Over the Neptune/Mesh Gear Fox from Propeller

Jeremy Warmsley Temptation

mentions:

Jonathan Coultan

Angry John Sellers

Too many bands to document

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MPAD#152 "Three Years Long and Rising"

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:56:47 -0700

Message line 206-279-4725 website - www.mostpeoplearedjs.com

So about three years ago I put out my first MPAD episode. I looked at the show as my way of spreading what I deem as good, underappreciated music and other artistic endeavors to an audience larger than the few friends I have been talking and playing this stuff to for years. Doing anything for 3 years on a consistent basis is significant. It's even more significant when you can point to results and events that make the work worthwhile. I can point to friends that I've made, the listeners that I have and events that have made the last 3 years special enough to keep doing this crazy new media show. This week's episode is a typical show with a few new bands I've come accross with great songs and some banter about the event I DJ'd (well, sort of) over the weekend.

music:

The Errors - Dance Music

Why - The Hollows

Belle Luna - Blissful Escape from "Abstrated Visions"

The LK - Never Mind Your Idols from Eardrums "Summers Here" compiliation download it here!

The Hold Steady - Sequestered in Memphis from Stay Positive

mentions:

Auralgasms

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MPAD#151 "Dan Diamond's Bad Habits"

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 13:29:37 -0700

I hope everyone is having a great 4th of July weekend! As I sit here with a sunburn on my face of all places, I'm trying to hide from the sun. In celebration of Indendence Day, I am interviewing an independent artist that pushes the limits of life and music, Dan Diamond. His songs such as Titty Dancer and Bad Habits uncover the seedy lifestyle we normally watch and cheer on from the bleacher seats. Always enjoying the view but never sure if we'd want trade places.

Dan Diamond clips from "She's A Dancer" "Bad Habits" "Club Therepy" (w/Peace Division) and "Just Like Everybody"

All available on emusic and beatport

Nicole 11 11 video for "I Wanna Go Down" at her website!

Daniel Zott - Soulja Boy

MPAD151 Video

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:08:55 -0700

MPAD#150 "Sympathy for the DJ"

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 08:34:41 -0700

It's my 150th episode! This episode starts with a special 5minute mix I put together called "Sympathy for the DJ", see if you can guess the song and artist as it plays. I also talk about the upcoming Phonotropic's "Wicked Awesome Barbequed Musical Safari...Yes!" which is an amazing event on July 11th that I am actually DJing (though that will be a generous defitnition). Enjoy the music, mostly on the indie pop, jangle rock side of things, be sure to email me with you comments or call my new message line at:206-279-4725.

music:

MPAD mix "Sympathy for the DJ"

The Silent Years "Ropes"

Prussia "Supreme Being" see them at the ...Wicked Awesome BBQ...

Passenger Night Vision Binoculars (mp3) More On This Album

The Lodger Kicking Sand (mp3) A Year Since Last Summer (mp3)Buy at eMusic

Star "Exploding Order" "Liars in Love"

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MPADPromo #150

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 08:23:24 -0700

Promo for MPAD#150 staring Star "Champion of Love"

MPAD#149 "Summertime Rolls"

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 08:11:30 -0700

Let's start off summer right with a CONTEST! Email me your favorite summertime song and why and I'll put your in a drawing to win 2 brilliant CDs that will make your summer listening a blast:

Scion CD Sampler v. 20 LA Riots

Scion 2CD Sampler v. 21 IHEARTCOMIX!

This contest is in no way sponsored by Toyota or Scion, I am just a nice guy that likes giving away great music.

There are 8 tracks on this weeks episode, maybe one of these will be this year's " Summertime Rolls ".

music:

Eat Sugar - Sixteen

Friendly Foes - Rush the Land

Deastro - The Green Harbor (get his album on emusic only)

Santogold L.E.S Artistes (mp3) More On This Album

Totally Michael - Winona (Miami Horror remix)

Snowden - Black Eyes (LeCastle Vania Remix)

Dandy Warhols - Now You Love Me (from PME )

Wire - On of Us

mentions:

The Google is Making Me Stupid

DJ Frankie Banks

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MPAD#148 "Iron Core Terra"

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 06:21:33 -0700

From Crackle: TERRA (Series Trailer)

I didn't say it on the episode so let me put it here: Happy Father's Day! Rather than play music and do the usual MPAD episode, on this episode I talk with Lee Bushman, the Marketing Director at Iron Core Entertainment (ICE), a film company that is currently working on the Sci-Fi webvideo series "Terra". "Terra" is an ambitious, science fiction show that takes place in the not too distant future. I'd tell you more but I'd rather you listen to the episode and hear it from Lee. ICE are looking for extra and people that like to have a good time, if you're interested check this event out. If you create music ICE are also looking for music to contribute to their show. Underneath the interview the music playing is provided by Mighty Whitey and Aleph-1, a prog-syth band from Ann Arbor.

music -

Mighty Whitey "Too Much" "The Big Idea" "Noyz" "Dance of the Dims"

Aleph-1 "Judo""Plan 9" "Sandman" "DB"

Robert Babicz "Humble (Systematic)"

To see a mini-episode of Terra go here!

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MPAD#147 "Moved By Movement"

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:10:56 -0700

Movement 2008 is also known as the Annual Detroit Tech Techfest. A weekend of cutting edge electronic music, DJing and fun. Iwent to the show on Sunday, May 25 and had an amazing time. I had my flip video recoreder with me and took some video. This episode has some of the better footage. It was a crazy day that was packed with people, there was dancing, great music, and friendly faces. You could say I was "moved by movement!" See you there in 2009.

music:

Jared Wilson "Acid DJ"

Kill Memory Crash "EBM band"

Ectomorph "Electro duo"

Girl Talk "Insane DJ/laptop artist"

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MPAD Promo - the Flip Mino

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 07:36:04 -0700

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MPAD#146 "David Bowie Cries For No One..Especially Joe Pop"

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 08:25:37 -0700

Welcome to June, despite the cost of gas, I think this is going to be a great summer, lots of good shows, a couple festivals and sun. Thanks to the podcast I'm getting involved with things I've always wanted to do - like DJ a show and be part of the process of making a record. There's even more than that, but I don't want to speak too soon, so you'll learn more about that on upcoming MPAD episodes. On this episode, the music is a lighter than last week, with a bit of power pop thrown in. The comic supplied for this page is from Dave LaPlante's Joe Pop , check it out.

music:

Mt. Wilson Repeater Pencils Pens (mp3) More On This Album

Computer Perfection - Silence Check out Compueter Perfection at Phonotropic's Wicked Awesome BBQ! on July 11th!

Joe Pop - The Ballad of Joe Pop (from PME)

Cranky - David Bowie Cries for No One on emusic

Deadsy - Teenage Wildlife

The Last Town Chorus - Modern Love

Dropout Year Biggest Fan (mp3) More On This Album

mentions:

Uncut issue June 2008

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MPAD#145 "All The Damn KIds Rock"

Sun, 25 May 2008 07:17:04 -0700

It's memorial day weekend and it's beautiful here in Michigan. Today, I will be checking out Movement 2008 which should be incredible. Speaking of incredible, the set of music I ply on this episode is one of my best. If you want a preview of the music and the topics for the show just check out the video. And, yes, I am the unspoken of 5th member of the Fantastic Four.

music:

Pluxus "Bootstrap"

NIN "Head Down" from the Slip

Go Periscope "No Chaser"

The Boxing Lesson "Dance With Meow" from Wild Streaks and Windy Days

Black Kids - Hurricane Jane

mc chris nrrrd grrrl (mp3) More On This Album

The Carps All The Damn Kids (mp3) Buy at eMusic

Ladytron "Black Cat" from Velocifero

mentions:

Perfect From Now On - John Sellers

The Submarines

Electric Six

my review of NIN's The Slip

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MPAD#145 Promo

Sat, 24 May 2008 20:33:41 -0700

Short 2 min. video promo of MPAD#145 available for download 05-25-2008.

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MPAD#144 "Fred Chao - Aurthor of Johnny Hiro"

Sun, 18 May 2008 08:46:32 -0700

This weekend in Detroit is Motor City Comic Con and I've been getting back into the world of comics, largely through great indie efforts like American Born Chinese. Part of the purpose of Most People Are DJs, besides playing great indie music, is to showcase people that are using their talent to produce (mostly)independent works of art, whether it';s music. films, novels or comics that I think deserve more exposure. On this episode, I have an interview with Fred Chao, the writer and artist for "Johnny Hiro - Half Asian All Hero", a great comic that comibines "slice of life" commentary with Japanese history and non-stop action. There are 3 issues out and Fred's working on more. For a preview of "Johnny Hiro" go here!

Music:

Asamov (the Alias Brothers) "Standing Room"

Exit Clov "This Must Be the Place"

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MPAD#143 "PlayRadioPlay...Bell Hollow"

Sun, 11 May 2008 06:30:11 -0700

This episode features two interviews from a couple of bands I've played recently and I think really deserve your attention. First up, from Brooklyn, NY, Bell Hollow, 4 guys and a girls that combine to make some beatuifully textured rock music that harkens back on some of the great 80's bands like the Chameleons and the Sound. Secong, I interview PlayRadioPlay, from Texas, who is really just on guy that makes awesome synth-pop with an "emo-like" edge to it. I start things off with a new track by NIN that is avaiable for free and is an awesome listen.

music:

Bell Hollow Copper Crayon

PlayRadioPlay Madi Don't Leave

NIN Echoplex

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MPAD#143 Preview - Bell Hollow Live

Fri, 09 May 2008 10:38:48 -0700

Just a sneak peak into this week's MPAD audio show - an interview with Bell Hollow and PLayRadioPlay. Here's a live video from BH's fantastic live show last week. The song is "Our Water Burden" acoustic version.

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MPAD#142 "Last Week A DJ Saved My Show"

Sun, 04 May 2008 07:43:07 -0700

I've been talking about doing 2 different episodes lately, a video and a "music in a foreign langauge" episode. I'm still working on that music in a foreign langauge episoide, but I did do a video episode for this week's MPAD. The video is 2 different clips, the first one is an interview of DJ Ice Cold Chrissy, with his music playing underneath it with video from his set and photos. It's still in what I like to call "guerilla" editing style. The second video is from Electric President and it's neat little video that looks like it took a while to assemble. The show's about 9 minutes show so you shouldn't get too bored.

music/video -

DJ Ice Cold Chrissy (still looking for a website)

Electric President "Insomnia"

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MPAD#141 "Paint It Gold!"

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 06:51:11 -0700

I'm part of the Mevio Network now. The phrase "meet the new boss, same as the old boss" probably sums it up best. On this episode I play new tracks with a bit of hip hop and indie rock. Big thanks to all the "special guests" that said a few words for me on this one.

music:

Ben Benjamin "Squirmy Sign Language" from Ghostly Swim

Ghost Buffalo The Latest Wonder (mp3) More On This Album

Atmosphere "Shoulda Known"

Buck 65 Shudder Buggin'

Bridges and Powerlines Uncalibrated (mp3)More On This Album

The Autumns "Killer in Drag"

mentions:

Ghostly Swim Comp

Flight of the Conchords

M83

Atmosphere

Dan Kennedy "Rock On An Office Power Ballad"

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MPAD#140 "No Beard, No Slogan"

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 07:08:00 -0700

I'll get back to some interviews soon but this episode is me playing music that keeps me smiling. A little less synth, a lot more guitar jangle on this one. I listened to a lot of podcasts this week so I mention 2 that rose above the others and I tell you about a rock-n-roll comic that I'm currently reading. By the way (did you notice I spelled that out - I am not a lazy blogger!), while I may not have a beard, I am a little scruffy this morning. Maybe I should give that "Don Johnson" look a spin.

music -

PlayRadioPlay "I Am A Pirate You Are A Princess"

Metro station "Control" Steve Aoki remix

Brad Breek "One Too Many Mornings Anthem"

Georgie James "Need Your Needs"

Bell Hollow "Foxgloves"

Nighmare of You "On Top of the World"

backgound music -

The New Rochelle Rotary Club Air Currents (mp3) Air Currents (mp3)
More On This Album

mentions -

Young Liars by David Lapham

see the trailer!

Indie Spinner Rack music episode

Hollywood Podcast - listen to ep. 26!

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MPAD#139 "Spring Is Here, Is That Snow I See?"

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 09:29:51 -0700

If you're not laughing at this cover, show it to your parents, they'll find it hysterical! I crack up every time I look at it. Under the Radar Magazine just keeps getting better.

I came up with three words to describe Most People Are DJs: synth, crackle, pop! I'm incorporating this into a new flyer design that will attempt tp explain Most People Are DJs to the totally uninitiated. On this episode I play 8 awesome tracks and profile 2 terrific artists, M83 and Helio Sequence. There a ton of topics I drop on this episode so after listening your head may be spinning. If that's the case I have a suggestion, rinse and repeat!

music:

Bubblegun If the martian land can we do interviews? (mp3) Buy at iTunes Music Store

Idiots! - Spring Is Here!
M83 - Graveyard Girl (CD available April 14)

The Diggs - Everyone's Starting over (Cassettes Won't Listen Remix)

the Helio Sequence - Can't Say No

the Notwist - Good Lies

Blak Swan - Perfect Day

Electrosound - Wrap the Devil Up

mentions:

M83 - Saturdays = Youth

Mixwit mixtape from James

Ether Aura /Bell Hollow Northern Lights May 3rd

Flight of the Conchords

Nightmare of You on tour!

Motor City Comic Con

Movement 2008

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MPAD#138 "The Women Beat Their Men"

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 08:22:26 -0700

I am back in town and it looks like SPRING IS HERE (I think I'll play that track on next week's show). I mentioned last week that I would play music on this week's show that I discovered in Florida. For the most part that is true, it just happens I listened to a lot of electro-pop with female vocals so that's what you get this week. I've been thinking a lot about social networking sites lately so I give you my 2 cents worth on that and I found these websites that you can make your own online mix tapes - pretty cool! Enjoy the show.

music -

Sissy Wish - Dwts (Do What they Say)

The Mania - The Damage (Wow remix) I really botched this up on the show and called the band "the Damage" and the song "Wow" - sorry!

Scanners - Raw (from PME)

Robots In Disguise We're In The Music Biz (mp3) Buy at iTunes Music Store

Sex Ghost - Meet Me In The Bathroom

Men - Make It Reverse

Air Bureau Club - Frequency

background music by Nik 7 of Shout Out Out Out

mentions -

MPAD MySpace Page

MPAD Facebook page

MPAD Twitter

Online MixTape sites -

mxtwit - here's my mixtape

muxtape - here's my mixtape

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MPAD#137 "Still on Vacation"

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:06:33 -0700

I put this show up a little early because I'm on the long road home on Sunday and Monday. On this episode I make up for the talking I excluded last week by having comnmentaries on who I'm supporting for President, the car brand Scion and 3 music podcasts I recommend. For music, I play some recent music from 2 legendary bands (in my book) The Wedding Present and Bauhaus. I also play some indie pop and hip hop.

music -

Los Capesinos - Knee Deep At The ATP (PMN)

The Cribs - Man's Needs Women's Needs Whatever (PMN Spotlight Mix)

The Wedding Present Interstate 5 Extended (mp3)Buy at iTunes Music Store

Cinerama 10 Denier (mp3) Buy at iTunes Music Store

Bauhaus Too Much 21st Century (mp3) Buy at iTunes Music Store

Zucker DJs - You can Do It (remix)

Kenan Bell - Celebrity

mentions (I may forget a couple of these I name-dropped a lot)

what I bought at Virgin Megastore:

Hot Chip - Made In the Dark

5 Years Get Physical

Urban Gothic

Perfect From Now On

Scion "I Heart Comix" remix

3 music podcasts you should listen to:

The Datasound

Captain Greybeard's Etherwave Radio

Have You Heard

Movement 2008!!!!!

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MPAD#136 "MPAD Easter Mix 2008"

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 07:28:40 -0700

After 2 days of driving in pouring rain through 4 states, I'm finally in Florida and enjoying the sun by the pool. Because I am on vacation, I took it easy on the content this week and put together a mostly music episode of tracks that I've been listening to lately. In this episode is also news on my new sponsorship from eMusic .

music:

Desert Planet - Riot Sector 68

SSM - Deja Vu

Plastic Operator Home 0207 (mp3)Buy at Amazon

Summerbirds In The Cellar - Now We Are Ugly

Matthew Dear, Hot Chip Don and Sherri (mp3) More On This Album

800 Beloved - Go

Gutter Twins - Idle Hands

Cut Copy - So Haunted

mentions:

Solipsistic Nation

xlr8r

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MPAD#135 "Say Hi to Jupiter One"

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 08:12:49 -0700

Packed episode here with 2 interviews, 6 songs, a movie review - whew! Enjoy, I'm off to Florida. I did a slide show promo for this episode - see it here

music-interview

Jupiter One "Fire Away" "Countdown" (LA Riots Remix)

Say Hi "Sad, But Endearingly So" "Angels and Darlas" "Toil and Trouble"

Crystal Castles "Crimewave" Health remix

NeonNeon "I Lust You"

other mentions

Buy Jack Palms - This is Life on Amazon

Watch the movie Mysterious Skin

See the new look of PodShow

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MPAD#134 "Seth Harwood Meets Velvet Code"

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 09:31:14 -0700

There is so much that went on last week, here's a few highlights:

I went to Phonotropic on Friday and saw hip hop artist SignOne he was incredible with humor and intelligence.

The podcast the Tripwire is the podcast (and blog) to hear what is some of the best music coming out today.

I'm seeing the band Islands tonight, should be a good show.

Rob and I recorded a new episode of Supernot if you want to hear some takes on current entertainment/pop culture.

interviews/music:

Beats for Beginners - Freaky Girl remix (Check out Palms Out Sounds )

Velvet Code - Slave Love Master, Can't Explain

Seth Harwood Interview - Get Jack Wakes Up on Palms Sunday, March 16!

Madvillain - All Caps

Kenan Bell - Save Your Life

mentions:

New issue of Mojo

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MPAD#133 "Slick Champions"

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 11:15:52 -0800

It's time for another MPAD video edition! This one features 2 songs that I recorded at live shows by Champions of Breakfast and Charlie Slick. It's amazing how much work even putting together a 10 minute primitive, DIY video is, but it's fun and I hope you like the "not-so"hidden messages!

bands:

Champions of Breakfast "Unicorn Bible" live from the Elbow Room

Charlie Slick "My Name Is" live from Luna

Both bands are performing at this week's Metro Times Blowout !

mentions:

Magnet Magazine

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MPAD#132 "The Sound of Jesse Thorn of TSoYA"

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 10:44:05 -0800

This week's episode features an interview with Jesse Thorn of the podcast/radio show The Sound of Young America. The Sound of Young America is one of my favorite podcasts, each week Jesse interviews bands, actors, writers, etc. that make my life more interesting. Jesse's interviews are always incisive and full of fun. On this episode I put him on the other side of the mic and try to get similar results. I also play music that I think Jesse will dig, but, I'm not sure how successful that turned out.

music:

MC Chris - Townie

Dengue Fever Seeing Hands (mp3) Buy at iTunes Music Store

ECID Re-Seeding Skyline (mp3)Buy at Order CD's Directlty From ECID's Myspac e page

mentions:

The Sound of Young America some of my favorite episodes:

Best of 2007 with Onion AV Club

Nick Hornby

Elmore Leonard

The Wire Interview

Be Sure to Subscribe to TSOYA!

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MPAD#131 "Back to Quirk"

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 08:10:47 -0800

I mentioned the weather last week so I may as well update you, today it's freezing rain and slick conditions. I almost slipped getting my paper this morning! I went to shows both Friday and Saturday night, so today I'm truly calling it a day of rest. I noticed that for the past couple of weeks I got away from playing the quirky, synth driven stuff I've identified MPAD with, so this week it's back with a vengence. I'm also pulling out a couple of surprises.

Besides what on episode, here's what else is going on:

800Beloved warmed up for A Place to Bury Strangers and played a brillinat set, they may have an electronic ep up this week so stay on their path.

If you like horror then you have to listen to Dread Media , a great horror podcast that is similar to Sci-Fi Dig but for fans of horror. I had an email of mine read on a previous episode .

A Knight Rider for 2008 is on tonight and the Spice Girls sold out the Palace. We've retread so much from the recent past that we're really digging the bottom of the barrel.

So let's get intro this week's episode -

music:

Velvet Code - Trust Fund Girl

YACHT See A Penny (Pick It Up) (mp3) iTunes Music Store

A Place To Bury Strangers - To Fix the Gash In Your Head

The Epochs Opposite Sides (go to their MySpace Blog for the remix ep)

DeviantUK - We Have A Technical (this was also covered by the Rentals)

Matinee Club Seven Oceans (mp3) Buy at eMusic

Johnny Hollow - Nova Heart

background music:

Micha Moor Slip And Slide

Ben Benjamin Selective Periphera

audio clip:

Gary Numan on finding his first synth

mentions:

the Zoom H2

the Spoons

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MPAD#130 "The Noise Between Us"

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:11:07 -0800

The wind is kicking hard today and it's about 10 below zero F when you factor that in. but, I'm going to keep warm today by having the fireplace on and playing some good music. Judging by the music alone, this is probably one of my best episodes. Four of tracks come from bands that are playing a show on Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Crofoot . The slide show above is from a couple of recent shows that I've attended. I even got to announce Crashing Cairo (thanks Wax!) on stage at one of the shows.

Before I get into the show notes, here's a couple of things I meant to mention but left out:

Mojo did a 3 hour radio show on and with Gary Numan , it was a radio stream, but if you search hard enough you can find an MP3 file of it (or you can email me).

I've been reading the Captain America Omnibus for the past couple of weeks and I have to say this may be the best comic storyline I've ever read. The pacing, the characters, plots and subplots are so well told that even though I know what lies ahead, reading it unfold, I never get the sense this was done as sensationalism (see One More Day).

Lost is finally back on and I can't say I'm immediately hooked, but, maybe a listen to the Ekobase podast will help.

800Beloved is playing the Magic Stick on Friday with A Place to Bury Strangers , if you missed them at the MPAD Showcase here's your chance to see their incredible live show. I'll probably cover this on next week's show.

On with the notes from the show:

music:

The Dead Bodies "Total Destruction"

Us vs. Her "In My Pocket"

Bob Mould "The Silence Between Us" for PMN

Wild Sweet Orange "Wrestle With God"

Chase Pagan "Walzting In the Sky"

The Great Fiction "Paleego"

Manna and Quail "Honestly"

Background music:

Jon Kennedy 110% Proof (mp3) Demons (mp3)Buy at eMusic

mentions:

Bob Mould's career

Ok_computer compilation from Mojo Magazine

The M&Q show that you need to attend if you're anywhere near the area!

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MPAD#129 "Wax On"

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 08:10:08 -0800

On this episode I interview Robert Wax from Crashing Cairo as he talks about his band's just finished, first CD, former bands he's played in and we yuk it up on pop culture. There's also music from Blood Red Sun, Repeater, the Satin Peaches and Magnet School. The episode is filled with with guitar-based rock songs, heart-felt lyrics, and one ornery dog. If you're in the Detroit area make sure you see Crashing Cairo with Ether Aura, The Satin Peaches and Us Vs. Her on Friday, Feb. 8, 2008 at the Magic Bag .

music -

Blood Red Sun - All At Once

Repeater - Half the Weight

Crashing Cairo - Hair

Crashing Cairo - See

The Satin Peaches - Screamin' Easy

Magnet School - XX

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MPAD#128 "See What I'm Playing"

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 16:16:58 -0800

Here's my first try at putting out a D-I-Y MPAD video episode. I took the video and pics that my friends took at the MPAD Showcase and created mini-videos from each band. For a novice I think I did "okay." The videoes do capture the fun and excitement that took place at "Synth Shoegaze Surprize." If you like it, tell your friends about it, and let me know so I can think about doing another.

Videos - (music from band, video from performances at Pike Room Jan 20, 2008)

Deastro "Michael, The Lone Archer of the North"

Otto Vector "Don't Interrupt"

Ether Aura "I Wasn't Her"

800Beloved "Colours"

mentions -

Music for Robots

Under the Radar Magazine

Indie Spinner Rack

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MPAD#127 "Today Is the Day"

Sun, 20 Jan 2008 05:49:22 -0800

Here's question for you - How do you know Mikel O.D. has spoken too long. Answer: The backgound music ends and he's still talking! So, in the middle of the show I talk about not being an arist, the MPAD Showcase and how music should be an experience. The music is more dancey and electronic this week.

music:

Underground Resistance - Kill My Radio Station (mp3)Buy at iTunes Music Store

David Starfire - Busta Can Dance

TH White - Blue and Cream

Emotiquon - Humanoid Must Not Escape (PME)

ShitDisco - OK (Paul Hatnoll remix)

mentions:

Emotiquon Podcast

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MPAD#126 "Ether Aura Daze"

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 07:19:30 -0800

Just one week away from Synth Shoegaze Surprize! My MPAD Showcase. This episode features some great shoegaze and acoustic music. There is also some interview clips with Ether Aura and more discussion on best records released in 2007.

music:

British Sea Power - Down on the Ground (PMN)

Low Sea Roar - Runaway (PMN mix)

Ether Aura - I Speak Your Every Word

Ether Aura - Lonely Street

Amy Millan Skinny Boy (mp3)Buy at eMusic

Young Galaxy Come And See (mp3)Buy at eMusic

mentions:

Synth Shoegaze Surprize! buy advance tickets here!

CareHouse

Comic Writer/Artist Paul Sizer

For what it's worth: My top 5 records of 2007

Maritime "Heresy and the Infinite Choir"

LCD Soundsystem "Sound of Silver"

Arctic Moneys "Favorite Worst Nightmare"

Starts of Track and Field "Centuries Before Love and War"

Matthew Dear Asa Breed

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MPAD#125 "Otto Vector Sound Off"

Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:58:50 -0800

There's only 2 weeks left to the MPAD Showcase ! On this episode I have some fun talking with Otto Vector and playing some other great synth-oriented music. I also have a special segment at the end entitled Industry Is Dead. This episode is brought to you by Myxer.com .

music:

Calvin Harris - Acceptable In the 80's

Otto Vector - The Ponderance of A Lonely Girl On A Porch

Otto Vector - Shiek

Cassettes Won't Listen - Cut My Hair Download the ep!

mashup -

CopyCat - Pretty Fade to Black from Simon Idol's top mashups of 2007 !

other -

Indistry Is Dead - Industry Reunion memories

MPAD#124 "Deastro Feels Electrical"

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 08:30:50 -0800

Happy New Year! MPAD#124 is my New Years Episode featuring clips with Deastro, who is playing at the MPAD Showcase on Jan 20th and some electro, funk, indie music. Be sure to check out the pics that go along with this episode at www.mostpeoplearedjs.com.

music:

Shout Out Out Out "Dude You Feel Electrical"

Charlie Slick "Say Hello"

Champions of Breakfast "Whinter"

Deastro "The Dawntreader"

Los Fancy Free Temporary Secretary (mp3)Buy at eMusic

Prototokyo Limp (mp3)Buy at eMusic

Mike Ladd "Housewives At Play" (PME)

backgound music:

intro - NYD mix David Starfire

"Telstar" Deastro

endtro - "Round One" DJ Suicide (PME)

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MPAD#123 "Dearly 800Beloved"

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 09:19:17 -0800

Mikel O.D. with 800Beloved

Happy Holidays! Brought to you by Myxer and Go Daddy, on this episode I feature some indie holiday tracks. I also have a sneak peek at one of the bands that will be playing at the MPAD Showcase, 800Beloved. There's talk about great free stuff on the intermet and more.

music:

Robbers on High Street - "Season's Greetings"

Electric Six - Down at McDonnels from PMN

800Beloved - the Skeleton Collection

Midnight Movies - Souvenoirs

MAPS - Stay Another Day from PMN

Dan Bryk-Cosy Evenings (mp3) Buy at eMusic

Dean Martin-Jingle Bells (Dan The Automator Remix) (mp3) - Buy at eMusic

mentions:

Stranded In Stereo

Live from Peppermint Palace from the Fader

sponsors -

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