Midnight Sun's iTunes playlist?
Hey gang, what do you all think of me starting up a Midnight Sun iTunes download list? I'm not too familiar with iTunes (I don't even have an iPod) but I believe this is possible.
And I might be wrong, but I feel like you all don't really want to hunt down good local music. You'd rather me just put up a link that says, hey check this stuff out and buy it if you want.
The way I understand it, an iTunes list of some sort might be the best way to do it. But this could take a while. My computer died, my cell phone is half-dead (I have to take all my calls on speaker phone).
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I've been The Baltimore Sun's nightlife and local entertainment reporter for a couple years, and it's surprising how much the scene has grown in that time. Most of Baltimore's bars and clubs are unpretentious places with fairly cheap drinks and plenty of character. I like dancing and think this city needs more clubs, but nothing beats having a cold, locally brewed beer with friends in a comfortably full corner bar.
Comments
Absolutely. Sam Sessa, List Master General.
Posted by: Brad | October 20, 2008 2:48 PM
I'm def in. Would this be a local-music-only playlist, or like the theme playlist for Midnight Sunners everywhere?
Posted by: duffster | October 20, 2008 2:59 PM
Duff, I think it would be local music only for starters, and then maybe branching out into other stuff.
We shall see.
Posted by: Sam Sessa | October 20, 2008 3:04 PM
I just made a seven hour play list on my ipod for work. (I can't take anymore Journey or Rihanna) I included some local bands. I think this is a great idea. I've actually learned alot of new music from reading this blog. Wye Oak being my new fave. I don't think I have to much to contribute but I look forward to seeing how it pans out.
Posted by: colleen.baltimore | October 20, 2008 3:29 PM
Nice. I need to get into some more local artists.
Posted by: duffster | October 20, 2008 4:18 PM
Suggestion: don't forget the good boys in Even So...
Posted by: Allan | October 21, 2008 9:21 AM
Go see the Payola Reserve live.
Posted by: pepper sosa | October 21, 2008 9:54 AM
If you want local music, check out the Beatbots A/V Club...latest entry is the Baltimore Afrobeat Society show at Floristree this past weekend:
http://av.beatbots.com/2008/10/21/baltimore-afrobeat-society-floristree-baltimore-md-october-18-2008/
Posted by: Jeff Mewbourn | October 21, 2008 11:02 AM
"Suggestion: don't forget the good boys in Even So"
Are they still a band? Last I heard, Ira moved to Chicago and, I think, the drummer is joining local thugbilly miscreants The Dirty Marmaduke Flute Squad (though I may be thinking of the wrong guy).
Posted by: Jeff Mewbourn | October 21, 2008 11:23 AM
Thanks for the suggestions, gang. I'll take as many as I can get.
The way I understand it, Midnight Sun or Baltimore Unsigned is going to make an iTunes mix. Everybody should be able to access the mix, and if you want, buy the music.
We'll start with an indie rock mix. I'll let you know when it goes up.
Posted by: Sam Sessa | October 21, 2008 1:09 PM
Jeff,
Yeah Ira is still in Chicago, but last I spoke to him, I think he's headed back here in a couple/few months. And yeah, Sam is playing electronic drums for the Flute Squad. But I think once Ira gets back, they might at least try and play a show or two.
Posted by: Allan | October 21, 2008 1:44 PM
Allan, what are you talking about? I don't play drums ...
Posted by: Sam Sessa | October 21, 2008 1:47 PM
Haha, I think it was that evil twin you keep talking about.
Posted by: Allan | October 21, 2008 3:39 PM
no, he plays the organ, i play the drums
Posted by: pops | October 21, 2008 4:59 PM
Great idea. Al Shipley put out an Itunes hip hop mix for Baltimore about a year ago. It'll be cool to hear new local lists and of all different genres. Support local music!!
Posted by: Jade Fox | October 22, 2008 12:38 AM
FAN-F*#@ING-TASTIC IDEA!!!
Posted by: ellen | October 22, 2008 9:33 PM