MATM Video of the Week (12.22.08)


pigeon horse sex tennis 'bottle of wine' from RadarMusicVideos on Vimeo.


Whoa. Seriously, this is an odd little number but we love the video. We might not be able to watch it more than once or twice ever again, but we love it nonetheless. It's for the song "Bottle of Wine" by Pigeon Horse Sex Tennis (boy, we certainly got our "best band name ever" Christmas present early). Enjoy it if you can!!



MATM Video of the Week (12.15.08)


Damien Jurado, "Caskets" from Thinklab on Vimeo.


This week's video comes to us from Damien Jurado for his tune "Caskets". It's a dark little video but very beautifully shot. We hope you enjoy it!!

:: Damien Jurado - "Caskets" on iTunes ::



Night One and Show One: Check

(From joshpreston.com)


Wow. It's been a lively 24 hours. We pulled into Huntington around midnight or so I guess. The roads were really starting to get slick but we avoided the bulk of the snow. Ok, boring. Moving on.

Before we left Nashville, Bean and I bought zero-degree sleeping bags for our trip. Very brave and rustic and whatnot, I know. We had this romanticized picture of the trip in our minds of maybe sleeping in the car in a Walmart parking lot and just being hippies and subsist on the granola we bought at Target. Real American Pioneers.

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to see that that probably wouldn't work out given we are in a Toyota. We clearly mismanaged the leg room situation and the sever lack of television. We really gave it a shot though. We managed to find a Walmart after Willis (our GPS thingy) struck out on the first set of directions we plugged in. We got into our sleeping bags and tried like hell to sleep but it simply wasn't happening. Around 2am we peeled our sleeping bags off and hit the Quality Inn down the street which was across the street from two gentlemen's clubs. I had no idea the demand was that high in this down economy.

Let's just say the the word "Quality" in Quality Inn at this particular franchise was nothing short of completely misleading. We ate our vitamins, caught a little Law & Order and slept in our clothes.

Ok, show one is done and we're off to see the town. Thanks to the folks that hung out and listened and we'll see ya in a few hours at Shamrock's Pub up the street.

MATM Artist Pics from Edgehill Studios Cafe (12.10.08)

This post is the first of many posts to come in the next few days. Tomorrow, Friday December 12th, Josh Preston hits the road with Lisa for a string of shows up the coast. Don't forget to check the "Tour" section of meandthemachine.com and/or joshpreston.com and if you're in the vicinity of any of these locations, please pop out and say hello!! MATM would like to extend a special thanks to I Am Pazuzu and Adam Burrows for playing with The New Whole Usuals and Josh Preston at Edgehill Studios Cafe on December 10th. Check out the pictures below!!



Here's a pic of Andrew from The New Whole Usuals parting the seas and blowing the minds of the curious onlookers.



Here's a pic of Josh Preston playing and singing with the laptop firing on all cylinders.



MATM Wire: Nashville and Beyond!



The new MATM Newsletter went out today. If for some reason you are not on the mailing list, we don't want you to miss out! Click below for a link to the full newsletter. And sign up for the mailing list, will ya!

:: MATM Newsletter ::

:: Join the Mailing List ::








MATM Video of the Week (12.08.08)


Empire of the Sun, "Walking On A Dream" from Benjamin Technology on Vimeo.


This week's video is challenging but we submit it for your viewing pleasure regardless. It's by Empire of the Sun for their song “Walking on a Dream”. Enjoy (or not)!



MATM Video of the Week (12.01.08)


Josh Preston - Counting Backwards from meandthemachine on Vimeo.


This week's video was finished about 45 minutes ago!! It's a video compiled by MATM Creative for Josh Preston's song "Counting Backwards" which can be found exclusively on joshpreston.com for free download and for purchase in the "Music" section!! Enjoy!!

:: joshpreston.com ::



StoryCorps National Day of Listening on 11.28.08



This is simply great. On November 28th, StoryCorps is declaring a National Day of Listening. If you have the means, sit with your family, listen to their stories and record them. There are more details at the official page link below:

:: National Day of Listening Website ::



MATM Video of the Week (11.24.08)


Squarepusher - Planet Gear from Warp Records on Vimeo.


This week's video is for the new Squarepusher track "Planet Gear". It's a trippy little ride that may leave you unable to operate a microwave for a day or two. Stock up on peanut butter and enjoy!!

:: Squarepusher - "Planet Gear" on iTunes ::



Josh Preston Live on WRVU "Positive Spin" on Monday Night!!!



-News From Josh-

How cool is this?!? I'll be playing live on WRVU on Monday night at 9:30pm CST!!! I'll be playing a few tunes and talking about my upcoming tour. Even if you're not in the Greater Nashville Area (and I mean "great" because this station has an incredible reach!!), you can listen live online by clicking on the link below.

Also, I'll be in Black Mountain, NC on Saturday night with my college buddy Mark Burin and his band The Whappers at the Town Pump Tavern! If you're in the area, pop by!!

More dates on my newly redesigned tour page (thanks ArtistData)!! See ya soon!!

:: Listen to WRVU 91.1 ONLINE!! ::



MATM Video of the Week (11.17.08)



This week's video is brought to you by Skew. "Neat" and "fun" are words that could be used to describe this song/video. Clearly we're not great with words. Enjoy!!

:: Skew - "Stadiums Are OK Too" on AmazonMP3 ::



The Holidays Are HEAR!


Ok, I know, that was horribly cheesy, but sometimes when I get excited, I can not contain the cheese. Josh's song "Please Tell Me You'll Be Home For Christmas" off of the Exit Sounds CD has been slowly climbing the charts on Ourstage.com's Holiday music channel and today it is at its highest point: #17! Check it out and if you are so inclined, do a little holiday listening and voting!

:: Josh Preston - "Please Tell Me You'll Be Home For Christmas" on iTunes ::

:: Ourstage.com Holiday Music Channel ::



New Josh Preston Song - "Counting Backwards"



Thanks to those of you that came out to the show in Bowling Green on Saturday night!! It was a great time and Stillhouse Hollow torn the roof off the place! We can't wait to get back and play there again!

Yesterday, Josh wrote a new song called "Counting Backwards". Below is a link to an mp3 demo. Hope you like it and please share it with friends!!

:: Josh Preston - "Counting Backwards" mp3 ::



MATM Video of the Week (11.10.08)



This week's video is an artsy one! Watch the progress of these amazing artists over the course of a week. Hope you dig it as much as we do!



Mobile Technology Piece on PerformerMag.com



We want to share an article in the October issue of Performer Magazine in which Josh Preston was quoted about the benefits of utilizing social networks focusing on Twitter in particular. It's a great article so I hope you check it out via the link below!!

:: Article-Mobile Technology and Indie Artists: Succeeding Where Big Business Failed? ::


:: Follow Josh Preston on Twitter ::



Josh Preston Live on WWHR - Local Shots TONIGHT!!



I'm playing live TONIGHT on WWHR-Local Shots in Bowling Green, KY @ 10pm CST. You can listen live by clicking on the link below!!! This appearance is to promote a show I'll be playing with Stillhouse Hollow @ Bread & Bagel in Bowling Green, KY on Saturday!!

:: Josh Preston - Live on WWHR Local Shots 11-5-08 10pm CST ::



On a separate note, Bean made Obama cookies last night and they were delicious.

MATM Video of the Week (11.03.08)



This week's video is a remake of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" by François Macré. It's an a cappella version with 64 people: only every person is him!! It's a bit late for Halloween but scary nonetheless. Enjoy!

:: Michael Jackson - "Thriller" on iTunes ::




MATM Video of the Week (10.20.08)



This week's video comes to us by the band Dungen. This video is for their tune "Stadsvandringar". Enjoy!!

:: Dungen - "Stadsvandringar" on iTunes ::



MATM Invades Kavarna



Tomorrow (10/18/08) The New Whole Usuals, The Young Sophisticates and Josh Preston will be playing at Kavarna in Decatur, GA. We'll be hanging out early so if you're in the neighborhood, pop by and have a drink with us!!

On a separate note, this is the 200th post on the MATM blog!! Thanks to everyone that follows the label and the artists that make it possible!!



MATM Video of the Week (10.13.08)



This week's video comes to us from a couple of ass-kicking Swedes and their band Deltahead. The video is for their tune, "My Mama Was Too Lazy To Pray". Check them out on MySpace!!

:: Deltahead on MySpace ::



MATM Video of the Week (10.06.08)


Eleanoora Rosenholm: Tammen varjossa from Sami Sänpäkkilä on Vimeo.


This week's video is for a Finnish artist by the name of Eleanoora Rosenholm and her song "tammen varjossa". Enjoy!!!



MATM Video of the Week (09.29.08)


Joe Pug - Hymn 101 from Sam Molleur on Vimeo

Here's a great video by an up-and-coming singer/songwriter by the name of Joe Pug. The video is for his song "Hymn 101".

:: Joe Pug - "Hymn 101" on iTunes ::



TNWU's "No Name Sally" feat. on Ed's Mixed Bag Podcast



The New Whole Usuals song "No Name Sally" was featured on Ed's Mixed Bag podcast this past weekend!! We'd like to thank Ed for the plug and you can thank him by checking out his podcast using the link below!!

:: Click here to check out the podcast ::



MATM Video of the Week (09.22.08)



This week's video comes to us from The Avett Brothers for their song "Die Die Die". Awesome retro video for an unspeakably brilliant song. Enjoy!!

:: The Avett Brothers - "Die Die Die" on iTunes ::



MATM Video of the Week (09.15.08)



This week's video comes to us from Electric Touch for their song "Love In Our Hearts". They remind us of a more pop oriented version of Supergrass. Check out the video and decide for yourself!!!

:: Electric Touch - "Love In Our Hearts" ::



MATM Video of the Week (09.08.08)



This week's video comes to us from one of our favorite bands called The Silent Years. The video is for their song "Someone to keep us warm". It's an awesome video and we hope you love it!!!

:: The Silent Years - Someone to keep us warm on iTunes ::



ArtistOne Analytics Interview w/ Andrew Dolfie of The New Whole Usuals



ArtistOne Analytics just posted a new podcast featuring an interview with Andrew Dolfie of The New Whole Usuals. To check out this interview, click on the link below!!!


:: ArtistOne Analytics Interview w/ TNWU ::



:: The New Whole Usuals - Martin Moeh on iTunes ::




MATM Shows Tonight!!!



Josh Preston will perform the opening set tonight for The Nashville Shakespeare Festival's presentation of CORIOLANUS in Centennial Park, Nashville, TN!! The show starts at 6pm so come early for a good seat as this is the last weekend of performances!!

(Please note: It's been raining here in Nashville this morning but the show is still on as of right now. If you're planning on coming out and want to make sure it's still on before you leave, please check out http://twitter.com/joshpreston for up-to-the-minute info!!)

After Josh's set in the park, swing down to Tomato Tomato in Murfreesboro, TN for a solo set by Andrew Dolfie of The New Whole Usuals!! Things will kick off around 9pm so we hope to see you there!!!



Interview w/ TNWU in Murfreesboro Daily News Journal



Andrew of The New Whole Usuals speaks with Karen Kraft at Murfreesboro Daily News Journal about the band and about the show Friday, September 5th @ Tomato Tomato in Murfreesboro (8pm). To check out the article, click on the link below:


:: Interview w/ TNWU in Murfreesboro Daily News Journal ::


:: The New Whole Usuals - Martin Moeh on iTunes ::



MATM Video of the Week (09.01.08)



This week's video comes to us from Air France for their song "collapsing at your doorstep". Eerie little repetitive number. Enjoy!!



MATM Video of the Week (08.25.08)



This week's video comes to you from one of our favorite Scottish rock bands Travis. They played the major label game for a number of years and have finally taken the best possible leap for their band and started an indie label called Red Telephone Box.
This video is for their song entitled "Something Anything" from their forthcoming INDIE release entitled Ode To J. Smith on 9/29/08. If you're new to Travis, don't forget to check out their song "Safe" from their release The Invisible Band by clicking on the link below!!



:: Travis - "Safe" on iTunes ::




ArtistOne Analytics Interview w/ Josh & Lisa from MATM



Josh and Lisa Preston recently did an interview with ArtistOne Analytics about the state of the record industry, running an independent record label and various other bits!! The interview was conducted digitally via Skype!! The interview includes music from the Me and the Machine catalog. To check it out, click on the link below!!!

:: ArtistOne Analytics interview w/ Josh & Lisa of MATM ::



Vintage Guitar Magazine reviews Josh Preston's Exit Sounds



Check out this quote!!!

"Preston placed himself in the arc of usually British guitar troubadours that has people like Ralph McTell and Roy Harper on the folky end, Richard Thompson on the rockier one, and John Martyn, Nick Drake, and Preston himself somewhere in the middle."

Unbelievable!! This issue (Oct 08) is on newsstands now!! To subscribe, click on the link below!

:: Subscribe to Vintage Guitar Magazine ::



MATM Video of the Week (08.18.08)



Greetings Friends of MATM!! This week's video comes to us from Shugo Tokumaru for his song entitled "Karte"! Enjoy!!!

:: Shugo Tokumaru - "Karte" on iTunes ::



Josh Preston's "We Are Alone" Video featured on Vintage Guitar Magazine's "The Hit List"



The video for Josh Preston's "We Are Alone" is featured on this month's "The Hit List" on the Vintage Guitar Magazine website. To check out this video and the rest of the video's that made this month's Hit List, click on the link below.

:: Josh Preston's "We Are Alone" video on Vintage Guitar Magazine's "The Hit List" ::



MATM Video of the Week (08.11.08)



This week's video comes to us from our new favorite Scottish band called Frightened Rabbit for the song "Heads Roll Off". Their latest record is called The Midnight Organ Fight on Fatcat Records. Enjoy!!!

:: Frightened Rabbit - "Heads Roll Off" on iTunes ::



Josh Preston "Featured Artist" on GigMaven



GigMaven is a great service that is currently getting their feet wet in the world of show booking. The promise in this idea is unshakable strong. Keep an eye on these guys!!

:: GigMaven.com ::



MATM Video of the Week (08.04.08)



An oldie but a goodie. This week's video is Bert & Ernie singing "Ante Up" by M.O.P. It makes us smile every time it gets kicked on. Enjoy!!

:: MOP - "Ante Up" on iTunes ::



Josh Preston to play the Livin' The Music Benefit on 8/7/08



Josh Preston will be performing at the Livin' The Music Benefit @ 3rd and Lindsley in Nashville on August 7th!! Here's a bit about Livin' The Music:

"Livin’ the Music was founded on the idea that music can, and will, change the world ~ the purpose of Livin’ the Music is to use music to bring light, love & hope to those in need. On Thursday, August 7th, we will be hosting a songwriters night at 3rd and Lindsley to raise awareness for The Lili Claire Foundation, a non-profit organization helping children living with neurogenetic conditions, while providing hope and resources to the families who love them. Livin’ the Music wants to do whatever possible to help the Foundation achieve their goals in Nashville. They will be opening the doors to their brand new center here in Nashville around the 7th, so this event is key to their success in the community."

Please come out and support this great cause and enjoy an incredible night of indie artists!!!

:: Livin' The Music on MySpace ::



MATM Video of the Week (07.28.08)



This week's video is for a song by Melpo Mene entitled "I Adore You". It's a happy little video for a happy little song.

:: Melpo Mene - "I Adore You" on iTunes ::



MATM Video of the Week (07.21.08)



This week's video comes to you via MATM friend and generally awesome human Leah. We were hanging out a short time ago flipping through the YouTube setting on our Apple TV and she directed us to this little gem. So sit back and take in O'Death's "Down To Rest". Enjoy!!

:: O'Death - "Down To Rest" on iTunes ::



Bread + Bagel, Bowling Green, KY - Thank You!!



I've first got to say thanks to Jeff Dehut for the incredibly cool sketch you're looking at right now. He's got a website @ www.explosivelines.com.





We had a great time at Revolution 91.7 on Wednesday night and at Bread + Bagel on the following nights. The food was incredible, they had Brooklyn Lager (which, living in the South, BL is seemingly scarce) and the bands that The New Whole Usuals and I played with were a really amazing group of people.

Thanks to everyone that called into the station and that came out to the shows. We'll be back soon!!! - JP



Josh Preston @ Bread & Bagel, Bowling Green, KY TONIGHT



Fresh off a two evening stand in the land of the Lost River Cave, Josh Preston will be appearing @ Bread + Bagel this evening with The Mack, Jordan Pendley and Such Tall Buildings. Saturday, he will be sleeping in. Thanks again to Revolution 97.1 for a great time on Wednesday night!! The MATM Crew will see y'all again soon!!

:: Josh Preston - Exit Sounds on iTunes ::



The New Whole Usuals/Josh Preston on WWHR "Local Shots" TONIGHT



That's right kids!!! If you're within the listening range of WWHR Revolution 91.7 in Bowling Green this evening, tune your dial to hear Josh Preston AND The New Whole Usuals performing live!! If you're not a KY native, click on the link below to listen live in the comfort of your own home or the coffee house w/ wi-fi of your choosing.

:: Listen LIVE tonight at 10pm CST ::

:: Local Shots on MySpace ::



MATM Video of the Week (07.14.08)



This week's video comes to you from the band Fleet Foxes for their tune "White Winter Hymnal". Andrew of The New Whole Usuals turned us on to this band a few months back and they just keep getting better with each listen. Enjoy the video and if you like the song, you can click on the link below and pick it up from iTunes!!

:: Fleet Foxes - "White Winter Hymnal" on iTunes ::



Perpetual Toxins reviews The New Whole Usuals' Martin Moeh



Our new friends at Perpetual Toxins unleashed a stellar review of The New Whole Usuals debut album Martin Moeh. Here's a quote: "You too can be a New Whole Usual, just be sure to strap on that safety belt first." To check out the rest of the review, click on the link below.

:: Perpetual Toxins reviews The New Whole Usuals' Martin Moeh ::


:: The New Whole Usuals - Martin Moeh on iTunes ::




MATM Video of the Week (07.07.08)


MUTO a wall-painted animation by BLU from blu on Vimeo


Our friends Mike and Melissa Prescott turned us on to this guy Blu. He's an animator and this video is described as "an ambiguous animation painted on public walls". It's really amazing. The music in the video was composed by Andrea Martignoni but we're having an impossible time finding anything out about Andrea on the net. If any loyal and informed MATM blog readers could shed light on this person, we'd greatly appreciate it. Enjoy!!



Pay what you want for The Pirate's Dilemma by Matt Mason



One of the best (and many would argue only) books we've read this year is The Pirate's Dilemma by Matt Mason. An electronic copy of this book is now available and you name the price a la Radiohead. Here's a little bit about the book:

"The Pirate’s Dilemma tells the story of how youth culture drives innovation and is changing the way the world works. It offers understanding and insight for a time when piracy is just another business model, the remix is our most powerful marketing tool and anyone with a computer is capable of reaching more people than a multi-national corporation."

We hope you enjoy this book and we're going to go wash ourselves now cause we're feeling a bit like Oprah. The link is below.

:: Pay what you want for The Pirate's Dilemma by Matt Mason ::



Southeast Performer reviews Exit Sounds in July Issue



The all-out, full-contact love fest continues between Me and the Machine recording artists and Southeast Performer Magazine. Check out this quote from the review of Josh Preston's new album Exit Sounds : "Preston’s greatest strength lies in his voice and in his intelligent lyricism." Yes, we will marry you!! Click on the link below and scroll down to check out the rest of the review for yourself!!

:: Southeast Performer reviews Exit Sounds ::

:: Josh Preston - Exit Sounds on iTunes ::



Great CNN.com Story About Touring Bands



We just wanted to bring to everyone's attention this story from CNN.com about the high cost of touring. All of the MATM bands are still on the road but it's getting tougher and tougher. In light of this, we thought we'd throw this question out to the fans: What are your ideas for bringing us to your town? Touring/carpooling with other bands you're into? Sleeping on your floor? Eating your mom's cooking to save on food? Playing alternative venues?

Give us your feedback in the comments section!! We'd love to hear your ideas!!


:: CNN.com - High fuel prices put brakes on indie band tours ::




New Girl Talk Released, Pay What You Like



The "Robin Williams of music" (thanks Doug!!) has released his latest release Feed The Animals a la Radiohead. Easily one of the most intricate and most amusing albums these ears have heard, well, maybe ever. Take a few seconds out of your day and grab this up.


:: Download Girl Talk - Feed The Animals ::



MATM Video of the Week (06.16.08)



This week's video is courtesy of The Young Sophisticates very own Grace Van't Hof. It's from the artist Fannius III and the song is entitled "GIRLFRIEND (I Can)". The video is full of scantily clad hotties, so right off the bat it wins extra points. Enjoy!!

Breaking News!!! MATM on Muxtape Front Page!!!



We interrupt your Friday evening to bring you the following: MATM was just spotted on the main page of Muxtape!! If you're not familiar with Muxtape, it's a place for folks to seamlessly create music mix tapes to share via the web. For those of you that saw this and listened, we'd like to thank you!!! For those of you that missed it, you can click on the link below to listen and sign up for the RSS feed. Seriously, this is like winning the geek lottery. Enjoy your weekend!!

:: MATM on Muxtape ::



Moors Magazine in The Netherlands reviews Exit Sounds



How cool is this??

"Josh Preston schrijft poëtische liedjes die hij ingetogen zingt, met fijnzinnige arrangementen. Muziek dus die niet meteen een verpletterende indruk maakt, maar meer muziek die je de tijd moet geven om binnen te komen. De zang en ook de arrangementen doen soms wat denken aan Tim Buckley, al was diens stem wat nasaler en daardoor irritanter, en waren diens arrangementen wat jazzier.

Preston is wat bescheidener, ingetogener, maar net zo fijnzinnig en geraffineerd. Met strijkers die heel voorzichtig pizzicato worden ingezet bijvoorbeeld, of met subtiele tweestemmige zang die soms wat aan de sixtiesband HP Lovecraft doet denken. En met name de arrangementen zitten heel fraai in elkaar, al hoor je dat pas goed als je de cd al een aantal keren gedraaid hebt.

Wat dat betreft geeft het hoesje een goed beeld van de muziek - je moet goed kijken voor je alles gezien hebt, er worden onverwachtecombinaties gemaakt, er zitten subtiele details in en het levert een smaakvol geheel op."

No idea what this says?? Us either. Thanks to Google Translate however, we've managed to get at least the basics...

"Josh Preston writes poetic songs he sings subdued, with sophisticated arrangements. Music so that not one overwhelming impression, but more music that should give you time to gain entry. The singing and the arrangements do sometimes think of Tim Buckley, although his voice was what nasaler and thereby annoying, and what were his jazzier arrangements.

Preston is more modest, ingetogener, but just as subtle and refined. With very careful pizzicato strings that are deployed, for example, or with subtle two-singing sometimes what to sixtiesband HP Lovecraft reminiscent. And in particular, the arrangements are very attractive in each other, all you hear that only good as the CD you already have commented several times.

In this respect gives the jacket a good picture of the music - you must look good for everything you've seen, there are onverwachtecombinaties, there are subtle details and the book provides a tasteful whole."

:: Josh Preston's Exit Sounds review in Moors Magazine, The Netherlands ::



MATM Video of the Week (06.10.08)



This week's video of Josh Preston's "Safety Feels The Exit" was recorded live @ The 5 Spot in East Nashville on June 1st, 2008. We here at MATM are in the process of editing a ton of new videos and our goal is to release a new video by a MATM artist once a week for the rest of the year. It's going to be a ton of work and a bunch of fun so definitely stay tuned.

:: Josh Preston - Safety Feels The Exit on iTunes ::



Stream the new Sigur Ros album!!!




It should come as no surprise that we love Sigur Ros. Below, click on the link to stream their new album Með suð í eyrum við spilum endalaust in its entirety. It is absolutely breathtaking.

:: Stream Sigur Ros - Með suð í eyrum við spilum endalaust ::



Don't Miss The Young Sophisticates in North Carolina!!!

So The Young Sophisticates are playing a killer gig tomorrow and we just had to remind you. If you have a pulse, a desire to see a spectacle beyond your imagination and love to chill outside in the bright sunshine and listen to amazing music then this is the show for you!

Western Carolina University has asked The Young Sophisticates to perform for the masses! So check it. The Summer Concert Series is on the lawn at the Hinds University Center, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. Which is right outside of Asheville folks! And it's FREE!

Go support these guys cause if you don't kittens might die and we will mail you pictures of them post-mortem. And no one really wants that.



MightFX's No Moss reviews The Complex Wooden Heart EP



Wow!! The reviews just keep popping up!! Here's a quote: "He sings like he's crying while conjuring poetic visuals at the same time." To read the rest of the review, click on the link below!! Also, don't forget to check out the tour page. Josh is playing all over Nashville this week!!

:: MightFX's No Moss reviews The Complex Wooden Heart EP ::



Southeast Performer reviews The Complex Wooden Heart EP



It goes without saying that we love the wonderful folks at Southeast Performer. This review is nothing short of magnificent. Click on the link below to check it out. Also, click on the link below the review link to grab your free copy of the EP!!!

:: Southeast Performer reviews The Complex Wooden Heart EP ::



:: Josh Preston - The Complex Wooden Heart EP (Free Download!! .zip file, 35 mb) ::




Blogcritics reviews Exit Sounds



Here's a quote: "Preston has a sharper sensibility than the typical singer-songwriter.." To check out the rest of the review, click on the link below!!

:: Blogcritics reviews Exit Sounds ::

:: Purchase Exit Sounds by Josh Preston on Amazon ::



MATM Video of the Week (06.02.08)


The Young Sophisticates - Feel So Good from meandthemachine on Vimeo.


This week's masterpiece comes from Me and the Machine troubadours The Young Sophisticates. It was recorded live at The Basement in Nashville when they opened for Tyler Ramsey of Band of Horses. There is so much energy coming from the stage during this performance it violates rules set forth on such matters by the FCC.

Without giving away any of the plot, here's a brief recap of what happens in the video:

-Dave's glasses fly off halfway through the tune cause he's rocking the f#ck out.

-In the last chorus, Brad screams like someone stepped on his nuts and it is one of the most magnificent sounds I've ever heard.

-On the last note of Cyrus' solo, he lifts his guitar in such a poetically triumphant manner, I nearly shed a tear during each viewing.

-Grace throws her hair about in time with the bowing of her violin and simultaneously makes every man that views this video unspeakably smitten.

Their new record is being finalized now and will be out in short order. Shhhh.

MATM Video of the Week (05.28.08)



This week's video is for the Kings of Convenience tune entitled "Misread". We hope you enjoy it!!

:: Kings of Convenience - "Misread" on iTunes ::



TNWUs & Josh Preston playing Music City Nights LIVE

The New Whole Usuals and Josh Preston will be playing Music City Nights LIVE @ Limelight this evening in Nashville. The show starts @ 7pm so pop by if you're in the neighborhood!!

:: Music City Nights LIVE MySpace Page ::



MATM Video of the Week (05.19.08)



What a week! One of our favorite bands, Death Cab for Cutie, has the #1 album in the country right now. Some might say this is one of the signs of the apocalypse. I agree but what a great way to go out...
Anyway, this week's video comes to us via the excellent blog Stereogum. It's Death Cab for Cutie in their rehearsal studio performing the song "Long Division" from their new record Narrow Stairs.

:: Death Cab for Cutie - "Long Division" on iTunes ::



The Trades reviews Exit Sounds



What a great way to start a Monday!! Here's a quote:

"Much of Exit Sounds deals with the darker side of love, whether being caught in love's web, as described in "Addict," or just quiet bemusement with relationships, as with "Thousand Years." - The Trades

Check out the entire review below.

:: The Trades reviews Exit Sounds ::

:: Digg this review ::



The Deli Magazine (Nashville) reviews Exit Sounds



While it's not as over-the-top as previous reviews, The Deli Magazine Nashville review contains maybe our favorite quote to date:

"The throaty, heart-wrenching hooks on Josh Preston’s Exit Sounds are as plentiful and long as…well, as his beard."

Finally, a beard reference.

:: The Deli Magazine (Nashville) review of Exit Sounds ::



News from The Young Sophisticates!!!




Thanks to everyone who made it out to our April shows. We'd also like to give a special shout to the strange folks at Grafitti Music Hall! We'll never be back. Thanks to Josh Preston and Nick Shelton for tearing it up with us at The Root Bar and to The New Whole Usuals and Tyler Ramsey for an awesome show at The Basement. The Young Sophisticates are back on the road in June with a new line-up and lots of new songs to both delight and horrify your most sensitive sensibilities. We'll see you soon!
Cheers,
YS



New Email Client for MATM: Mad Mimi




In diving headfirst into the outer edges of the internet, we discovered this really kick-ass new email client called Mad Mimi. Not being ones to sit on our laurels, we dove in and have loved the results. If you're looking for an easy way to send emails to tons of people at once, this company comes highly recommended!!

:: Mad Mimi Email Marketing ::


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Metro Spirit (Augusta,GA) reviews Exit Sounds



We're kinda speechless. This review is amazing. If you have a second, check it out by clicking on the link below!!

:: Metro Spirit (Augusta, GA) reviews Exit Sounds ::

Listen to Exit Sounds on Last.FM or buy it at: (iTunes) (Amazon MP3) (Rhapsody) (eMusic)



Exit Sounds released today! Available at Grimey's!



Hey everyone!! Josh Preston's latest release Exit Sounds was officially released today!! If you're in the Nashville area, the CD is available at Grimey's. If you're anywhere else in the universe, it's available at your favorite digital download store!!

Also, Josh will be playing the New Faces show at The Basement this evening!!

Listen to Exit Sounds on Last.FM or buy it at: (iTunes) (Amazon MP3) (Rhapsody) (eMusic)

MATM Video of the Week (05.12.08)



This week's video is from Portishead for the tune "The Rip". Their amazing new record entitled Third dropped a week or so back. If you haven't checked it out, you really should do yourself the favor.

:: Portishead - "The Rip" on iTunes ::

:: Portishead - "The Rip" on AmazonMP3 ::

New design for joshpreston.com!!!



In honor of the Tuesday release of Exit Sounds, joshpreston.com has been redesigned and relaunched!! We'll be adding a slew of new things in the coming days so definitely don't forget to check it out.

:: The newly redesigned joshpreston.com ::



MATM Video of the Week (05.05.08)



Mum - "They Made Frogs Smoke 'Til They Exploded"

We were nearly in comas last Monday hence no video. However, there is no question that this particular video will more than make up for any lost time. Iceland is perfect. That is all.

:: Mum - "They Made Frogs Smoke 'Til They Exploded" on iTunes ::

Cosmos Gaming reviews Exit Sounds



Cosmos Gaming wrote an absolutely stellar review of Josh Preston's new record Exit Sounds!! There are too many great quotes from this review so we'll just let you check out the entire thing for yourselves!!!

:: Cosmos Gaming reviews Exit Sounds ::



Exit Sounds review on LMNOP.com




Josh Preston's Exit Sounds received a stellar review on LMNOP.com!! To quote a bit: "Mr. Preston's songs sound like an odd cross between a more accessible Sufjan Stevens and a soft folkie version of Bob Pollard (Guided By Voices)". Pretty sweet! To check out the rest of the review, click on the link below.

:: Review of Exit Sounds on LMNOP.com ::

:: Josh Preston's Exit Sounds on Amazon.com ::



Holy Cow! It's Only Already Tuesday.

It has been a whirlwind weekend in MATM land! Here's the equation:

Thursday = late night TWNU rehearsal


Friday = The Root Bar, Asheville, NC with Nick Shelton, Josh Preston and Brad Sweizter & The Young Sophisticates.


Saturday A.M.= Brunch at Early Girl, Asheville, NC (thanks you wonderful people for such lovely noshings.) Drive between villes from Ashe to Nash.


Saturday P.M. = The Basement, Nashville, TN with Brad Sweitzer & The Young Sophisticates and The New Whole Usuals (sandwiched around a generous helping of the incredible Tyler Ramsey).


Sunday P.M = (There was no Sunday A.M.) TNWU Rehearsal with special guest Leah!


Monday = Josh Preston at Christopher Pizza, Nashville, TN

It was a super weekend. So glad to see all of you. Can't wait to do it again very soon!

Sleepy, Night, Nights.