Is Die Antwoord just a 'one trick pony'?
I am not sure what they have changed up from their previous failed album cycle, but maybe Yolandi's presence has been increased. No one listens to their entire albums, though.
Did LDR create the blue print for 'how to transition from meme to musician'?
Die Antwoord was a pretty viral meme when they first came out, but they didn't turn it into much other than 'Those Third Worlders look pretty funny and rap funnie.' Maybe Yolandi's visual appeal just doesn't have LDR's mainstream sex appeal.
Does Yolandi Visser have a BANGIN THIRD WORLD BOD?
I'd still take Charlize Theron over Yolandi.
Will M.I.A. ever write another 'Paper Planes'?
No, she is effed. Her last album tanked, and she is going to 'famewhore' her way into the spotlight/blogheadlines in her upcoming album cycle.
Is The M.I.A. generic post-Middle East aesthetic 'hella tired'?
It seems like her ethnic gimmickry will not get her much farther.
Does any1 even like MIA, or are they just nostalgic for her early days?
Maya Arulpragasam used to be a blogosphere sweet heart, but after last year's ginger genocide video AND online tantrum over a bad New York Times profile, it is clear that M.I.A. has lost all her charm now that she is married to a billionaire heir although she still identifies herself as a terrorist/political activist.
Does this song sound like it will be 'effing everywhere' before we realize it?
Sorta has that vibe. Steve Aoki's new album Wonderland looks like a megabranded modern pop album that will probably be confusing to people who don't realize that today's DJs are the closest thing we have to our vintage image of 'rock stars'.
Can Steve Aoki's Wonderland propel him to even greater mainstream and ravestream and dubstream heights?
The Aoki brand is a force to be reckoned with. It probably can't be stopped. As weird as it is to say, new electro and dubstep markets have allowed him to grow beyond the aggressive banger.
Will indie critics 'pan' his new album Wonderland, which features collaborations with LMFAO, Rivers Cuomo, Kid Cudi, Lil Jon and more?
They probably will, but a few of the singles are likely to become international party anthems.
What does it have to do with Steve Jobs?
It doesn't end up being like Duck Sauce's "Barbara Streisand," which is a relief. RIP STEVE JOBS.
Can Kickball Katy effectively 'go solo' and be 'bigger' than the Vivian Girls?
La Sera offers Katy Goodman with an opportunity to take her music in a different direction, introducing more fans to her brand.
Will starting a feud with Best Coast help her buzz?
The internet loves cat fights.
Can she break out of the fuzzy buzzy bubble?
Girls do a better job of standing out from the rest of the fuzz buzz guitar rock bro bands.
Is Youth Lagoon 'the indie alt authentic Owl City'?
His songs are heavy and emotional. If you don't have emotions, there can be a high barrier to vibing, but most of his songs have to hit you at the right moment.
Does Youth Lagoon have the most 'epic live show' buzz in the indiesphere right now?
I have heard people cry at them because they are so moved, but I have never been.
Is Youth Lagoon nu-emo?
Youth Lagoon is likable enough for real fans to enjoy, but also the kind of bait that angry old dude critics hate.
Is Youth Lagoon bro Trevor Powers the most famous alt person ever from Boise, Idaho in the entire indiesphere?
Yes.
Should bands quit covering New Order bc no1 can recreate the magic?
Entry-level local bands do it so that people will 'actually listen' to them at live shows, but Destroyer's aesthetic.
Can Dan Bejar become 'more alt famous' after charting high in critic's year end lists?
He needs to place himself in cool dad NPR markets in order to sell more records. I am not sure if younger generations of alts will really get into Destroyer as a lifestyle brand at this point.
This is part of some New Order covers compilation by MOJO Magazine.
Did John Parr find a way to make his original hit song "St. Elmo's Fire" extremely relevant by Tebowfying the lyrics?
Tim Tebow is the most famous Christian on the planet right now. He has inspired the entire world 2 live selflessly 4 God's positive vibes. Tim Tebow is at the intersection of sports, culture, life, love, God, religion, football, and everything in the entire world.
Can John Parr parlay the buzz of this song into a career revival?
Probably not. Maybe he can turn into a Rick-Astley-level human meme, though.
Will Tim Tebow take down the Patriots?
New England's recently hired offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels will make a difference, as he is former Denver head coach responsible for drafting Tim Tebow. If Tebow was able to tear up the #1 ranked defence in the Pittsburgh Steelers, look for Tebow to find success against the Patriots. At the very least, Tebow will find a way to beat the spread.