I picked up the new albums from Coldplay and The White Stripes yesterday and I’m still battling between my expectations and the reality of what they’ve delivered. I’ve enjoyed albums by both groups in the past (group being an overstatement for the Stripes) and since both albums deviate from their predecessors, it’s hard to judge. I might add more about them over time as I listen more and get more comfortable with change (feh!), but I might not. I’m certainly willing to give both of them enough relistens to reach a more solid conclusion.

I’m currently working with rockin’ local band .heretoday. on their album layout and artwork. I should have it done by the end of the week and will definitely share the fruits of my labors here (unless they get mad at me for doing it…then I’ll do it MORE). Album art and design is a unique challenge, one I’ve not experienced before. I am enjoying it, though, and hope the band enjoys the final product. Just promise me, dear website visitor, that you’ll think about picking up a copy of the album and then e-mail the band to tell them you bought it because of the sexy packaging. I’ll link you to where you can buy it later.

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