There's Always Money in the Banana Stand

So yeah, moving is a terrible thing.  But some cool things have happened this week.  One being that my band, The Don'ts and Be Carefuls, was named "Best Indie-Pop Band in Denver" by Westword.  That was pretty nice of the people who voted for us.

The other good thing is that I have now completely fallen in love with just about everything that Banana Stand Media is putting out.  They sent out their comp like a month ago, and I've only just recently really had a chance to check it out.  It's really good.  I was first introduced to their sessions via the Nextdoor Neighbors' session a while back, and it's good to see that it's still going strong.  They release new sessions a lot, and, so far, they're all pretty good .  Go check them out.  Also, in lieu of a mix tape this week, here is their comp:

Also, after reading a few of their posts, it's one of my new favorite blogs. These kids are kinda hilarious.

Hot IQs are dying. but they have 3 more shows.

May 1 2009 8:00P
Hodi’s Half Note Fort Collins, Colorado (w/ Sex Glove and The Don'ts & Be Carefuls)
Jun 19 2009 8:00P
Bluebird Theater Denver, Colorado
Aug 1 2009 5:00P
Larimer Lounge Denver, Colorado

also, there is this:

So maybe you've heard of this band called HEALTH? I know I've mentioned them a couple times. Well my band, The Don'ts and Be Carefuls, has the great honor of being able to play with them this evening at Rhinoceropolis. Doors are roughly 9PM, show will start roughly around 10PM. As always, there's a $5 donation. This evening is going to be freaking awesome. All the other bands (Pictureplane, BDRMPPL, Spellprankster, and Late Severa Wires) are also always a trip to see.

Late Severa Wires - sample track
BDRMPPL - kidssong
Pictureplane - Future Step
HEALTH - Triceratops