Count Slowly and the 4 Twenties – “R.A.D.I.O.” MP3

Matthew King Kaufman — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:52:17 +0000

I love this song about the joys of the radio. It’s a real honor to be able to introduce the reclusive pop genius Count Slowly to the world. Be sure to check out the Count’s rad site.

from “MP3 Jackpot Winners”
(Fun Fun Fun Recordings)

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Sex 4 Moderns – “I’m Frying” MP3

Matthew King Kaufman — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:46:44 +0000

I think everyone’s been where Sex 4 Moderns describes here at one time or another in their lives. I’m proud to have been there as often as I have in my short time on this planet. “I’m Frying” is a truly rad mp3.

Sex 4 Moderns – “I’m Frying” MP3

Sex 4 Moderns
“I’m Frying” (mp3)
from “Sex 4 Moderns”
(Fun Fun Fun Recordings)

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The Uptones – “Get Out Of My Way” (Live) MP3

Matthew King Kaufman — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:35:01 +0000

This live version from the legendary West Coast ska kings, the Uptones, is all about belligerence and life. I love this song. Also check out other songs at their skankin’ site.

The Uptones – “Get Out Of My Way” MP3

The Uptones
“Get Out of My Way” (mp3)
from “The Uptones Live!!”
(Fun Fun Fun Recordings)

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Opal Book Club – “Tony Alva” MP3

Matthew King Kaufman — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:24:29 +0000

E. Blake Davis’ Opal Book Club has been on my radar lately. Sure to garner some strong opinions from skaters and skate fans everywhere, “Tony Alva” mp3 is an instant classic.

Opal Book Club – “Tony Alva” MP3
Opal Book Club
“Tony Alva” (mp3)
from “MP3 Jackpot Winners”
(Fun Fun Fun Records)

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Common Rider – "Blue Spark "mp3"

Matthew King Kaufman — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:11:41 +0000

“Blue Spark” was an outtake from Common Rider’s Unity Music album recording sessions. Later released on a posthumous EP, the song packs a lot of rock & roll into two minutes. As singer-songwriter Jesse Michaels offered, “The lyrics detail the normal, everyday descent into madness that is the human mind.” If so then insanity never sounded so good! This song is gr8.

Common Rider – “Blue Spark “mp3″

Ed Haynes – I Want To Kill Everybody" mp3

Matthew King Kaufman — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:33:06 +0000

A political rant that seems to ripen with time. Originally released on the “Ed Haynes Sings Ed Haynes” LP, this is most recently getting attention as the lead off track on the first MP3 Jackpot Winners compilation on Fun Fun Fun Recordings.

Ed Haynes – I Want To Kill Everybody” mp3

Hobo – “Fish In A Tree” MP3

Matthew King Kaufman — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:43:03 +0000

Once Eric Din had written Fish In A Tree, which by the way doesn’t sound like any other song he’s ever written, I knew this song would either be a glorious throw away for the band Hobo or something truly special. Once Eric one-taked the vocal that day at Hyde Street Studio, he made it special. Since then it’s always been one of my favorites. I wish I could bottle this combination of poetry in the lyric, tempo of the song, and vocal quality. Then I’d be able to use it over and over. Oh, what a producer’s dream. Plus good job of recording by Josh Tobias. P.S. There’s a reward for anyone who can explain what this song is about.

Hobo – “Fish In A Tree” MP3

Hobo
“Fish In A Tree” (mp3)
from “Hobo”
(Fun Fun Fun Recordings)

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The Uptones – “Ridiculous” mp3

Matthew King Kaufman — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 04:05:05 +0000

What a monster song! Moose hits the nail on the head. This is the simplest message song I’ve ever heard. It’s soo right on. Scott Tee and his muted trumpet really set up Moose’s vocals, and Scott’s solo is centerfold material in Trumpet Magazine. The entire band plays their asses off. I predict big things for this song.

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The Uptones – “Bested By Pelicans” MP3

Matthew King Kaufman — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:47:54 +0000

How can you describe a song about the superior evolution of pelicans compared to man. But that’s what the Rev. Paul Jackson wrote and sings about. Sitting on the beach observing pelicans in flight, the Rev. explains why he has pelican envy. This is truly a one of a kind song. Once you get it, you love it.

The Uptones – “Bested By Pelicans” MP3

The Uptones
from “Skankin’ Foolz Unite!”
(Fun Fun Fun Recordings)

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Son Of Pete – "Mankind" mp3

Matthew King Kaufman — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:13:07 +0000

This song from the extraordinary conceptual music/art pioneer Son of Pete is intellectual novelty at its best. It has a message that is so simple but true that it should be hailed as truly international patriotism. The human species should embrace this as their anthem.

Son Of Pete – “Mankind” mp3