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November 11, 2009 Baltimore, Maryland. Photos by AnAmericanGod

Brand New @ Voodoo Festival 11/1/09.

There's something about these songs that gives you goosebumps... is it the music? The lyrics? Regardless, pick which of the pair you'd least like to encounter in a dark alley. Or in a cold, empty room in a desolate town. Eeek!

Ah, album titles—they can embody a theme or feeling or begin stirring ideas about the disc’s focus before anyone has heard a single note. Some are pop culture references, some are… well, French. Maybe the band drew the genius phrase out of sweaty beanie—not everyone is as verbose and explanatory as Pete Wentz, you know. Here some of the best battle it out. When making your pick, consider how well the title fits the album or how much intrigue it inspired when you first heard it announced. This is not about which band you like better!

Which band has the best song about being 17? How about 21? Go let your picks be known!

Carcajou thinks that perhaps it's time for you to take Brand New seriously. They may have started as a pop-rock band, but they've evolved into something much more subtle and intense. Combine that with Jessie Lacey's haunting live performances and you've got part of what makes up this band.

Having grown up in Long Island, New York I spent my high school weekends at local ska shows. In recent years the rock scene has grown. Now the 'Island' is known for it's incredible musicians and people with funny accents. Click here to find out my top ten favorite bands from Long Island.

Thanks so much to Absolute Punk who have given us some love and made us the current featured Unsigned Showcase Band! They're streaming 3 of our songs. Check it out!!!

Nowadays it’s rare to see a music video on television, let alone a good one. I’ve seen hundreds of music videos over the years and while some have failed to impress me, others have remained in my list of favorites. Here is that list.