Chicago’s California Wives (nope, not actually from California) has been on our radar since the band played this year’s PLAY:stl fest back in September. They wowed us with the first single, “Blood Red Youth,” off the debut, five-song EP, Affair. The band’s dreamy pop landscapes landed the track on our 100 Best Songs of 2010 list, … Read more
We just celebrated the first anniversary of knowing Common Prayer. Yeah, it was just a little over a year ago when we first laid ears on the single, “Us Vs. Them” and made that sucker a Jam of the Day. Then, lo and behold, we went on to put There Is A Mountain, the … Read more
As of spring 2010, Blake Sennett, had quit music. Abandoned it completely. No more Rilo Kiley, no more The Elected. The former guitarist and songwriter focused his efforts elsewhere, writing and directing a short film, moving out of his house of twelve years, and taking in a rescue dog affectionately named “The Baby.” Music was a … Read more