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Elephant 6 Recording Co: 7 Key Bands from the Collective

Andy Fenstermaker
September 17, 2023September 17, 2023

The Elephant 6 Documentary is out now, and I can’t wait to see it! I didn’t really discover the label until the early 2000s, when it was in its period of inactivity after the original heyday. For those who aren’t fans of indie rock, it’s hard to convey the importance of this label and the impact and influence it — and the artists within its collective — has had on independent music of the late 90s through today. And with the new documentary that influence is as strong as ever.

5 Essential Vinyl Records Under $20 on Amazon

Andy Fenstermaker
August 13, 2023August 13, 2023

I’m always looking at vinyl prices online, and in doing so I pretty frequently stumble across some phenomenal deals! Today, I’m going to share with you five records that are currently under $20 on Amazon that you should snap up today! This list includes a few classics as well as cult indie favorites.

10 Ridiculously Silly Band Names You Need in Your Collection

Andy Fenstermaker
February 14, 2022May 13, 2023

Going through my collection the other day, I pulled out a record by one of the artists below. What a ridiculous band name, I thought. But damn if I didn’t absolutely love their music! And that gave me an idea: what ridiculous band names should be in your collection?