Boy this year went quick. So many good shows and new albums. More music establishments closed and the Bowery people gobbled up some old and new venues creating a slight monopoly on the live concert scene. My wallet felt the slight increase in ticket prices all around but especially at the Bowery shows since switching to ticketmaster. CMJ sucked again and I’m no longer looking forward to it in 2008. I really need to figure out way to get my ass to SXSW. The New York “scene” is still churning out some great new acts and I’m excited to see what happens despite many musicians and artists not being able to afford this city anymore. My new year’s resolution and yours should be to further support the music you love. Go BUY their albums or better yet go support them at their live shows. You’ll feel better about it in the morning. Cheers to 2008.
My favorite unofficial music video of the year.