I’m getting excited and a hangover just from typing this, but it seems Pete Doherty and Amy Winehouse are to record a song with each other. The track is called “1939 Returning” and could be released onto the internet as soon as next week. No word on what the alcohol proof of the song will be, but one could guess somewhere in the ballpark of 1939.
Jack and Meg White are now the inspiration for a pair of sweet cameras that went on sale today via their website. The “Meg” Diana camera comes with a custom filter and a ringflash accessory, while the “Jack” Holga camera is outfitted with custom filters and a fisheye lens. Adding kitschy lomographic cameras to their merch is a cool move and the first 333 people to order the pair will also receive a free “mystery gift,” which, to this point, remains mysterious. Perhaps it’s a very special video?
Arcade Fire’s Win Butler and Regine Chassagne made a surprise appearance onstage during the Bruce Springsteen concert in Ottawa last night. Thankfully, some very lucky fans caught video of them performing The Boss’ own “State Trooper” and Arcade Fire’s “Keep the Car Running.” All I can say is I would’ve probably been reacting much like the excited crowd you can hear in the live videos. Check them out over at Spin.
After premiering it on Conan earlier this month, Bloc Party have added their new single “Flux” to their MySpace player today. The “Flux” single isn’t out until November 12, but you can pre-order it here if you’re interested.
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Bloc Party - “Flux”
The new Band of Horses single is a ghost song with a mere 13 words. “I could sleep / when I lived alone / Is there a ghost in my house?” A haunting song with 13 words… spooky. On top of that, they called up “Funeral” director Brian Savelson to give their video his special treatment. Watch it now over at mtvU and hold on to your pillow.