Local label Minty Fresh was once known primarily for importing winsome '80s flecked indie pop -- The Cardigans anyone? -- and they return to those sonic roots with The School's debut, Loveless Unbeliever. The Cardiff outfit's dreamy orch-pop conjures up visions of The Primitives playing along with an ensemble led by Burt Bacharach. Gentle horns punctuate lyrical phrases while strings shimmer in the background. It's just the perfect thing for a spring afternoon. You can almost see the sunlight shooting through the leaves of the forest canopy... more ›

After speculation over who will be the "special guest" at the Robbins Family benefit we posted about last week, organizer Jessica Hopper announced today that local legends Eleventh Dream Day will headline the event at Empty Bottle on January 27 at 8:00 p.m. Also appearing that evening are Chin Up Chin Up, Bobby Conn, Life & Times, and Red-Eyed Legends. Plus, they'll be raffling off lots of goodies. Here's the list so far: * VIP... more ›