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This week marked my last one in New York (post to come)A while back, I saw Robyn was bringing her All Hearts tour to the city.I bought my ticket, and was going by myself until I found out Jessie and VJ were going.The tour consisted of Robyn co-headlining with Kelisft. opening acts Far East Movement and Dan Black.I have to say, and I've seen many a shows, but Robyn KILLED it.The energy in the room was so off the wall, you were dancing without even knowing.Jessie and I grabbed a quick bite pre-show and missed Far East movement(the concert began at 6)But walked in right before Dan Black's set.
He had an odd stage presence, or rather one I wasn't expecting.It was funky/fun/eclectic.He tended to do a lot of hip thrusting too, which was unnecessary.
After Dan finished his set, it was time for Kelis to take the stage.The venue went dark and some house music came on.Bright lights flashed and out came Kelis in a silver James Brown looking wig,and a Rainbow Brite looking spandex suit.
Despite the festival of colors, she began with a bang!As soon as the first heavy bass of "Emancipate" hit-the crowded was bouncing up and down.
Haflway through her set, she announced how her 1-year old had a coldand gave it to her. With that she said her hair was killing her....So she took it off...and danced on!
As her set came to an end, it began sounding like one repetitive song,all I wanted was for Robyn to take the stage.After some time, and an untimely soundcheck for Robyn,the lights dimmed and the wild romp began!!!
The crowd went into fandemonium when the pixie sized-Swede came to the stage.She opened with Fembots, and played smash after smashin order:
Cry When You Get OlderCobrastyleDancing on My OwnWho's that Girlas well as others,and ending w/Show Me Love &With Every Heart Beat(Dancing on My Own)(Robyn Montage)The energy was raw, the set was flawless, and Robyn was unstoppable.From start to finish was on fire, dancing and appeasing the crowdThe entire Webster Hall was ablaze during her set.
Needless to say, when she tours again in support of Body Talk pt. 2...I will be in attendance, pt. 2 is out Sept 7th, and is already burning up my playlist.Ragggge on Robyn
Wild Nothing "Gemini" 
The Growlers "Are You In or Out"
Wavves "Wavves" 
Girls "Album"
The Strange Boys "And Girls Club"
Fever Ray "Fever Ray"
Sia "We Are Born"
Surfer Blood "Astro Coast"
Stars "Five Ghosts"
Yeasayer "Odd Blood"
Mumford & Sons "Sigh No More"
Metric "Fantasies"
The xx "XX"
Dum Dum Girls "I Will Be"
Delorean "Subiza"
Gloriana "Gloriana"
Phantogram "Eyelid Movies" 
Freelance Whales "Weathervanes"
The Roots "How I Got Over"
Empire of the Sun "Walking on a Dream"
Music Video Mayhem has come back. Here are a few hot new music videos for your viewing pleasure.
1) "Te Amo" by Rihanna. The title falsely makes one believe it could be a Spanish track, but alas RiRi only uses the term 'Te Amo' as the source of her bi-lingualism. The song has a great spanish drum beat, and a steamy video to accompany as Rihanna ventures out on a more.....wild, sensual side.
2) "Hello Goodmorning Remix" by Diddy/Dirty Money ft. Rick Ross & Nicki Minaj. While the video begins with more plugs for all things Diddy,--Diddy Beats and Ciroc---the video is cool, and Nicki Minaj, despite her whack facial expressions, kills it on her verse. check it out, fireworks and all.
3) "Commander" by Kelly Rowland. Destiny's Childs other star, Kelly Rowland, is releasing her sophomore album creatively entitled, 'Kelly Rowland,' later this year. the lead single is the club smash "Commander" and the video is hot too as Kelly commands the room to dance.
MUSIC OF THE SUN: 'Let's Take a Walk' by Raphael Saadiq. Taking it old school, beat, moves, and style. Let this be you sunshine anthem. (Thanks Jen Fierman!)
Continuing on the Robyn kick, here is the Premiere of her lead single off 'Body Talk vol. 1' "Dancing on my Own." I love the video because it's simple, express the song well, and Robyn is kills it!
Last night, a few Brits invaded Salt Lake. Indie-Folk band Fanfarlo played at one of my favorite venues (for the mere fact that wherever you stand, you can see perfectly), Urban Lounge. The opening act, April Smith and the Great Picture Show, was an excellent modern throwback to classic blues. With lead woman April belting out, their use of the cello, and brass is a vintage sound with the flare of today. Their album "Songs for a Sinking Ship" was released on 2/23 and has gotten rave reviews thus far. I recommend sampling a few tracks for yourself.
