Email Author Jon Solomon

2010 Stories by Jon Solomon

• Pull into Mead Street Station for a steady stream of local talent

  published January 7, 2010

  I listened to my share of Hendrix while learning to play guitar in high school, but somehow I overlooked one of his most gorgeous songs,... More >>

• This Just In: Vampire Weekend, Owl City, Alkaline Trio shows announced

  published Jan 05, 2010

  Although New York-based indie act Vampire Weekend isn't releasing its highly anticipated sophomore effort, Contra, for another week, NPR is streaming the entire album until it hits the stores on Tuesd... More >>

• Flaming Lips grab top spot at Wax Trax

  published Jan 05, 2010

  The Flaming Lips' latest effort, Embryonic, grabbed the top spot at Wax Trax, while Alicia Keys' new disc, The Element of Freedom, came in second for the week ending January 3. The Felt Pilotes' Wonde... More >>

• The Antlers top seller at Albums on the Hill

  published Jan 04, 2010

  Brooklyn's the Antlers grabbed the top spot at Albums on the Hill with Hospice, while Lyle Lovett's latest effort, Natural Forces, came in at number two for the week ending January 3. Lhasa's self-tit... More >>