Some have cited Tortoise as being one of the prime forces behind the development and popularity of the so-called "post-rock" movement. ^[1][2]progressive rock^[1]. Others, however, have criticized Tortoise's music as being derivative of

Other groups related to Tortoise include The Sea and Cake, Brokeback, Shrimp Boat, Slint, Isotope 217, and the Chicago Underground Duo. Tortoise records on the Thrill Jockey label."

The Portland, Oregon-based ‘little orchestra’ was founded in 1994 by Lauderdale, a Harvard graduate and classically trained pianist, to play political fundraisers for progressive causes such as civil rights, the environment, affordable housing and public broadcasting. In the years following Pink Martini grew from four musicians to its current twelve, and has gone on to perform its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with symphony orchestras throughout Europe, Asia, Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Canada and the United States."

Pink Martini is quite a catchy band. Once you've listened to any of their songs a few times, you'll find yourself humming/singing them all the time, even if you can't speak whatever language that song is in. Today's mp3s are from the album "Hey Eugene."

Pink Martini- Taya Tan

Pink Martini- Dosvedanya Mio Bombino (Farewell To My Bumblebee)

Check out Pink Martini's Website.

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY EVERYONE sorry it's a day late.