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Announcement: Short-content feeds

Phillip Winn — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 12:00:00 EDT

Sunday, August 26, 2007, marks the switch of all Blogcritics.org article feeds from full-content to short-content. This is the result of several converging factors, and is unfortunately a permanent decision (as permanent as any decision can be on the web, that is). We are aware of all of the reasons that this is a Bad Idea, and we are aware that some of you will be quite upset about having to click on something to read the free content, and we're sorry. Unfortunately, despite great effort, full-content feeds are not currently economically viable. Two other factors are involved: full-content feeds have resulted in an unprecedented level of content theft, with BC content appearing on many websites, usually spam sites, without attribution or permission. This duplicate content causes a cascading set of problems, not the least of which is that search engines generally aren't favorable to duplicate content, and don't always guess correctly. Finally, our RSS advertising partner is strongly in favor of short-content feeds. We hope that you'll continue to subscribe to BC via RSS, and when an article grabs your eye, it's only a click away, still free on the BC website. Thank you for your understanding.

The Couch Sessions Podcast: DJ Eurok

Stone — Tue, 18 Oct 2005 15:40:07 EDT

Subscribe to the Couch Sessions Podcast: MP3 Download: The Couch Sessions Podcast - DJ Eurok (30 MB)Interview by Miss Hipstah of The Couch SessionsDJ Eurok (pronounced "you rock") has been a fixture in the DJ hip-hop scene for the past 5 years. He has been a resident at such capital area venues as Local 16, Wonderland Ballroom, and The Reef, spinning a mixture of underground hip-hop, soul, funk, and latin grooves. In addition, Eurok is the backing DJ for DC hip-hop icon Head-Roc.In addition to DJing, Eurok is also a artist and producer. Eurok's first solo project was 2003's Self Realization, a electronica/down-tempo project which is avaliable at CDBaby.com. He also has production credits on Head-Roc's The Return of Black Broadway and Negrophobia albums as well. In 2004, he was selected to participate in the Red Bull Music Academy in Rome where he collabrated with underground acts like DJ Short E and singer Michelle Amador. Currently, he spins on Friday nights at Asylum in Adams Morgan and Saturday nights at Local 16.Websites DJ Eurok (Main Site) DJ Eurok (Online Store) Head-RocSongs Used in Podcast "In And Out" (featuring Michele Amador)- Recorded at the Red Bull Music Academy. Blackalicious - "Make You Feel That Way" (Remix) - Featued on the BLKLBL REMIX CD.

Stone is the head writer The Couch Sessions, the place for underground and alternative urban music. In addition to his writing duties, he also hosts The Couch Sessions Podcast and spends his days as a computer programmer and freelance web designer.

The Couch Sessions Podcast: Head Roc

Stone — Wed, 14 Sep 2005 12:09:44 EDT

Subscribe to the Couch Sessions Podcast: XML Feed. Odeo Channel.Although our city is better known for its go-go, the truth is, DC is the breeding ground for some of the finest hip-hop ever produced. The city is the home to such diverse groups as Asheru, Kev Brown and Defined Print. Head-Roc has been representing the DC scene for over 10 years, and many have called him the "mayor of DC Hip Hop."Head Roc started out in 1994, with the hip-hop supergroup known as Infinite Loop. However, it was with another DC band, Three Levels of Genius (3LG) that allowed Heady to rock stages with such notable acts as A Tribe Called Quest, and RUN DMC.After dropping the critically acclaimed The Return Of Black Broadway, in 2004, Head-Roc returns in 2005 with Negrophobia!, which takes a critical look at the racial divides that still exist in our society. In this Podcast, Head Roc talks to Miss Hipstah about the origins of Negrophobia, the DC hip-hop scene, his influences, and the problem with hip-hop politics.Head Roc's newest CD Negrophobia is available for sale online and he'll be touring the West Coast during the month of September. He'll also be featured in the Operation Ceasefire concert with Thievery Corporation.ListenThe Couch Sessions Podcast - Head Roc (30MB MP3)WebsitesHead Roc WebsiteHead Roc's MySpace PageThe Head Roc War Machine: Dj Eurok and Noyeek Songs Featured in the Podcast:Chris ColumbusLord God In HeavenThe Origin of NegrophobiaFrom Superman to Man

The Couch Sessions Podcast: Kierstin Gray

Stone — Mon, 1 Aug 2005 11:08:16 EDT

Stone hosts the Couch Sessions Podcast, which profiles new musicians in hip hop, R&B, soul, and anything else that has a groove.New York singer-songwriter Kierstin Gray says that she's "the best music you've never heard."And you know what? She's right.The Acoustic soul storyteller is ready to take the world by storm in 2005. Many would compare her sound to Jill Scott or Tracey Chapman, however, Gray's simple melodies and poignant lyrics allow her to create a sound that is distictly her own.Kierstin grew up in suburban New Jersey, but she now calls New York City her home. In NYC, Kierstin has managed to win over fans and critics alike as well as create the Skylark Series for female singer songwriters. In addition, Kierstin has worked with various AIDS and Homeless orginzations in the New York region.In this interview, recorded at Mustang Sally's Saloon in Manhattan, Kierstin talks about her love for the guitar, her influences, the problems with the mainstream music industry, and gives advice for independent musicians.The Couch Sessions Podcast - Kierstin Grey (MP3 - 28 MB)Songs Featured in the Podcast:Let You Slip AwayIf I Fell For YouMay Day SongMore Information:Kierstin Gray WebsiteKierstin Gray on MySpaceSkylark SeriesEarvolution post on KierstinBuy Anything and Everything: The Second Edition at Awarestore today!