Brian - Holy cramoley! I cannot believe you commented on this! Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post. I plan on shoving this kickstarter down people's throats as often as necessary until your goal is made because this project NEEDS to see the light of day! I can't wait to hear it, sir. Amber

I'm gonna have to pay attention to their new work. I love their older stuff, so very much.

Oh goodness, thank you! My love for Okkervil River knows no bounds. It's so nice to find out that I'm not alone! I can't wait for their new album.

You know, I have very fond memories of not knowing who Miniature Tigers were at all and hearing them bust out this Abba cover live. It was very unexpected and awesome.

Awesome! That means I did my job! He's a gem, for sure. You should check out his album, I'm Not Ready To Be a Daddy. It's one of my favorites of the year. I reviewed it for sister site Mezzic - http://mezzic.com/2010/11/30/review-jonny-corndawg-im-not-ready-to-be-a-daddy-2010/

I thought so too. Girl is a major catch, we love having her on board for RFC. She's a gem.

What would you have preferred to red?

Thanks! The album hasn't grown on me yet but shoot, I love this b-side. I have a ridiculous crush on Tim Kasher so I'm biased but this song is one of the better things he's produced in a while, although I do have to give major props to "What Have I Done" off the last Cursive record. So glad you enjoyed it! A review of the album is gonna be posted in a few days, keep an eye out!

I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks that! Church seems like an indie staple to me. Solid dude.

I'm glad I could get you into AA Bondy! Have you checked out his Daytrotter sessions? I highly recommend them. Bondy only has 2 albums out right now (as a solo artist) but they're both so solid. "American Hearts" is another stand out track of his that weasels it's way into your brain and takes root. Have you heard Pearly Gate Music? If you like talented singer songwriters, I recommend P.G.M., for sure! What other music have you been digging on recently?

I can't tell ya'll enough to check out Tim's stuff! The man has been a prolific voice and presence in indie for years. If you're not familiar with Cursive or The Good Life (Tim's two projects), leave a comment! I'd be happy to tell anyone where to start, what tracks to check out, and what the strongest albums are!

Je vous l'ai dus, cher! Aucun besoin de m'aimer plus! Je vous adore déjà.

Agreed, John! At first, it felt like Rilo Kiley covers Best Coast but once I got a few cuts in, I realized it was way cooler than Best Coast both musically and (definitely!) lyrically. I'm not disappointed with the album at all but, truth be told, my expectations were VERY low for this. But it did surpass them!

Paul - Have you given their first two discs a few good listens? I feel like Arcade Fire is a band who's music grows on you the more you let it be a part of your listening patterns. I'm still warming up to the Suburbs myself and honestly haven't given it even one full listen through but Butler and company always have my respect for "My Body Is A Cage".

Hey! No knocking Gaga on my watch, mister! Talent's talent, be it of the folk variety or the pop variety. Katy Perry, however, you can say whatever you want about. Her only redeeming quality, in my eyes, is her nice rack.

Can't wait to meet you fellas! Be sure to say hey to the girl with the short dark hair and the camera! That's me!

I didn't even realize what videos you posted, John, but my friend Kevin aka Soft City Lights filmed the Frightened Rabbit one! Ace choice!

Woah, that's unnecessary. Everyone's entitled to an opinion, whether you agree with it or not.

I KNOW, RIGHT?!

Thanks, relative of Charlie!

Letter from the editor: I am SO aware that Hall and Oates have a careering warranting not only a best of but also a best of box set. What Emily says about the duo, however, is just one reviewer's opinion and we're not about censoring here at RFC so I did decide to post it as is. Personally, we're hoping The Bird and The Bee's new disc sheds some light on Hall and Oates just like Cat Power's Covers Record gave me and my pals a new appreciation for Velvet Underground in high school, bringing "square" "dad" music to a younger, hipper generation. Don't hate on the site for Emily's opinion on Hall and Oates. Different strokes for different folks, kids! Amber

I like Haunted Pyramid but I don't think it was cohesive in the scheme of To The Volcano. I would have rather that bitchin' b-side (the name of which escapes me at the moment) that has the lyrics "The heart that you hold is real" have made the cut, to be honest. How are you enjoying Fortress?

Kyle - I'd love to hear what your thoughts on the show were! Who were your faves? Dawes took favorite set for me but the Walkmen had my favorite songs of the night. Check back every day from now until Sunday for the rest of the articles on the show! Also, apologies for any encounters we may have had. I was not entirely sober and you may remember "obnoxious girl screaming 'When My Time Comes'"... That was me. On behalf of my former dignity, I'm sorry. : / Tiff - Part two is live!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it.