I've been reading great reviews of The National album for the past year and a half yet I can't ever seem to get into any of the tracks of theirs that I've downloaded. I did enjoy the Kingsbury Manx songs from their last disc. What's the album like?

As for my own new music, it's been a pretty slow spring for me. Just picked up the latest Built to Spill and Flaming Lips, and have listened to the latter once. Other than that, I haven't done much downloading or purchasing lately. I blame it on a hectic travel schedule but really, there are no more excuses. I'll post in a few days with what I've listened to this week.

For now, a timely link (given the beginning of a new baseball season) which asks an important question.