free, in-store performances and events...
HEARTLESS BASTARDS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 @ 3:00PM / LUNA music MIDTOWN/BROAD RIPPLE (52nd & College)
Out on tour supporting a just-released album (due the Tuesday before the in-store), 'Arrow,' is the distinctive HB sound moving forward with their most eclectic, energetic collection yet. Laundromatinee will be in the house, taping this one, and it will be packed--best to arrive early, then catch them later that night, at Radio Radio...
SPECIAL NOTE--CHECK THIS: We've also got your Valentine saver--If you pre-order 'Arrow,' (the vinyl LP is $18.99 and the CD is $11.99) anytime between now and the 14th, we have a Heartless Bastards Valentine card and voucher that gets you: a coupon for the new album, a track to download, and a valentine card for your sweetie! We call this Super Dope One-Stop Shopping…
MARK LANEGAN TEST PRESSING LISTENING PARTY
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 02 @ 6:00PM / LUNA music MIDTOWN/BROAD RIPPLE (52nd & College)
We will be giving the new Mark Lanegan LP, 'Funeral Blues' an early play or two on test pressing, on 02 February, at the shop!
You should pop by and check it out, in it's entirety, as anyone who shows up is entered to win said test pressing!
As a big ole added bonus--anyone who pre-orders 'Blues Funeral', that day, will receive a signed 7"--FREE, while supplies last!
the LUNA pick(s)-of-the-moment...
>Rusty Redenbacher - The Tinkerer CD (Daddy Real Ent.)
Veteran Indianapolis player, instigator, tweeter, MC, DJ (I could go on…), flips his script again and releases a fully fleshed-out (and entirely self-produced) concept album dealing with the monsters that are all around us. And inside us…
>Everything Now! - Do It On The Moon LP (w/DD) (Holy Infinite Freedom Revival)
Pressed on translucent orange vinyl (in an edition of only 300 copies), 'Do It On The Moon' also comes w/DD + bonus tracks and includes bonus CD EP. Recorded and mixed by Tyler Watkins (Margot And The Nuclear So & So's), it's time for you to delve into the world of Jon Rogers & Co...
this week's new essentials...
>Leonard Cohen – Old Ideas CD/LP+CD (Columbia)
The legendary Leonard Cohen’s first new album in eight years!
>Porcelain Raft - Strange Weekend CD/LP (Secretly Canadian)
Huge dream-pop, with melodies and synths billowing out in all directions. Remiddi's androgynous vapor of a voice weaves like a ghost between Nick Gilder and The Alessi Brothers, Julee Cruise and Judee Sill. In more contemporary terms, this stands confidently on a high hill between the sounds of M83 and Beach House.
>Jamie Woon - Mirror Writing CD (Verve)
New from the dubstep producer and singer/songwriter featuring production by Burial.
>Lana Del Rey - Born To Die CD (Interscope)
Del Rey calls herself the “gangsta Nancy Sinatra” and defines her genre as “Hollywood pop/ sadcore” a dramatic new loop for pop music. Her debut features the hit singles "Blue Jeans" and "Video Games."
>Gotye - Making Mirrors CD/2xLP (Universal)
Belgian-Aussie artist Gotye (Wally de Backer) delivers a great art-pop album that delves into dub, Detroit-era Motown soul, stadium-sized politi-pop, synth-folk and world music.
>Lilacs & Champagne – Lilacs & Champagne CD/LP (Mexican Summer)
Members of Grails and Om, who have also played with Jandek, Damo Suzuki and Stephen Malkmus.
>Mike Doughty - The Question Jar Show 2xCD (Snackbar)
For The Question Jar Show, Mike Doughty's audience wrote notes on scraps of paper, and put them in a jar on stage. Doughty and his droll, eccentric sidekick and cello player, Andrew "Scrap" Livingston, answered them between songs. When not answering questions, Doughty and Scrap played stripped down, rhythmically intense, and haunting version of Doughty's best songs.
>Hospitality - Hospitality CD/LP (Merge)
The angular, intricate, and intelligent compositions of Hospitality signal a sophisticated new pop voice. Singer Amber Papini's idiosyncratic songwriting coupled with the band's rich arrangements on their self-titled debut is recommended for fans of Camera Obscura and Twin Sister.
>Imperial Teen – Feel The Sound CD/LP (Merge)
ELO-like symphonic pop has become a touchstone for everyone from Justice to Cut Copy in recent years, but this makes it manifest through live instrumentation that possesses a Krautrock level of intuitive synchronicity and a desert island jukebox's sense of fun.
>Prinzhorn Dance School – Clay Class CD (DFA)
Sophomore album from UK indie/post-punk two-piece. Vinyl version due February 21.
>Damon & Naomi/Ghost – Damon & Naomi/Ghost CD/LP+7” (Drag City)
It was back in 1995 that Damon Krukowski andNaomi Yang first met Ghost. They felt an immediate kinship and soon plans were afoot to collaborate in some way -- but it wasn't until 2000 that they encountered Masaki Batoh and Michio Kurihara in the studio.
>Cloud Nothings - Attack On Memory CD/LP (Carpark)
Recorded in Chicago with Steve Albini, Cloud Nothing’s second full length showcases the growth they've experienced as a constantly touring band, opening the songwriting process up for more improvisation and input from the other band members.
>>>more essentials...
freshed up LUNA t-shirts...
>LUNA T-shirt re-rubs
We couldn't keep them in stock, over the holidays--so, we've done a few more re-rubs of now classic LUNA shirts! You can, once again, get the iwant deathstar with white ink on a black shirt, the iwant LUNA ZOOM on a red shirt, also with white ink. We still have a few pLopLop purple bird shirts, too! Only $15.00.
JUST in--flaming lips magic...
>SUPER LIMITED FLAMING LIPS MAGIC IS BACK...!
But probably not for long. We JUST acquired the last stock of The Flaming Lips Gummy Fetus (that yes, indeed, is edible Gummy and has three exclusive songs) and The 'Lips rad collab with Lightning Bolt! These pieces are both very limited piece will come and go--hit us to hold!
more new release freshness...
Click the pic (but not the ice skater), but be careful not to get chalk on your cursor, for (mostly) complete listings of the new new...
sweet new vinyl gems...
Jack White solo 7" on TMR!
Dropping 07 Feb 2012, this is the first look into the new Jack White solo album-- and we'll have plenty! The B-side is a non-lp track ("Machine Gun Silhouette") too...
Disco Demands: A Special Collection Of Rare Dance Music Volume One & Volume Two!
BBE collects all five volumes of Al Kent’s culty disco compilation series. Rare cuts for lovers of ‘70s dance music...
First shot fire in the Joyful Noise 2012 FLEXI series...
The first installment of the JN Flexi Disc series is the track "Welcome Home" from none other than Lou Barlow!
Yes, that is THE Lou Barlow from Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh, Folk Implosion, etc. And this is a crazy limited edition song that won't be heard anywhere else. No Downloads, limited to 500 only--this is where it is at...
Mississippi Records RE-UP...
Of course, it is January--what else are we going to do, but order super cool records from our pals out in Portland. The Grouper is already gone--but stop by and dig into some of these limited chestnuts above...
LUNA COLLECTABLE VINYL SELECTION...
We've recently started putting out some of our pre-loved collectable vinyl lps, in a special section of the shop! These titles start at $14.99 and represent some of the harder-to-find/out-of-print records that would have gone straight to our Discogs or Ebay stores. Please feel free to hit us anytime, if you are on the lookout for something specific--if not, have fun browsing this new spot, the next time your are in the shop...
>>>more sweet vinyl love...
future shock!
January has got some much-anticipated gems, from such folks as...
>>>more upcoming magic...
why yes, we do stock turntables...
DECKS FOR DAYS...
We offer a wide rage of turntables for your listening and playing pleasure! We also tend to rotate out stock and models--so please let us know if you would like to see a specific brand at the shop!
new (old) gear...
FROM TIME TO TIME, WE HAVE GENTLY USED TURNTABLES...
Our pre-loved selection of turntables is ever changing/expanding--so best to stop by the 52 and see what is currently on offer. Prices typically range from $39.99 - $299.99.
speaking of vinyl and other lovelies...
VINYL ACCESSORIES...
Inner bags, outer sleeves, 45 adapters, stylus cleaners, the classic D4 system--we stock all of your vinyl care needs!
LUNA SLIPMATS
Fresh up the decks on the super cheep with this rising Takashima robot! $7.99 for 1 or 2 for $11.99.
LUNA LP CRATES
Get your super nice LP storage on with these LUNA poplar crates! Handmade right here in the city, these wooden lovlies are stackable, functional and great looking!
NEEDLE FEVER? YES WE DO...
We've recently started carrying an assortment of replacement cartridges and needles. If you are having trouble finding a local spot for your stylus needs--stop in (at the 52) and have us get you sorted out...
cassette culture...
DIG OUR YOUR OLD DECK--CASSETTES ARE BACK!
Seriously. Loads of exclusive sounds have been making their way to the shops via good old fashioned magnetic tape!
JoyfulKarl is releasing many fine releases on cassette (with DD)--and the latest is our favorite: DMA-Drem Beb.
Stop by the 52 and dig in, with our stateoftheartcirca1983 Walkman listening system!
new art, urban vinyl, and cultural curiosities for the mind...
NEW LOMOGRAPHY LOMOKINO!
Use 35mm film to create your own short film! The LomoKino, Lomography’s very own 35mm movie camera, is set to revolutionize the analogue landscape forever! Forget about the rules and direct your own stunning short films – with this handy camera, all you need is a 35mm roll and your creativity!
KIDROBOT GARY BASEMAN FIGURES AND RESTOCK FOR DAYS...
Kidrobot has just dropped an exclusive artist series, designed solely by Gary Baseman--and we've got a blind box waiting for you! Also in, key restock on: The Simpsons (Series 2), South Park (we have SP Zipper Pulls, as well), Futurama, and Family Guy--KR style! Git yr other vinyl on...
BUDDHA MACHINES ARE BACK IN...
Recently restocked and remade, the newer version of the Buddha Machine comes in four different colorways, with brand new chill-down loops! Lovely...
WeSC HEADPHONE RESTOCK IS IN NOW!
Juicy, soft cans, for your DJ-ing or leisure listening...
MILE 44 SHOW PRINTS
LUNA is now your source for Bton-based Mile 44 show prints! Collect them all, as they are lovingly designed and hand-screened--right here in our fair state! In addition to the above, from M44, we also have posters in from: The Pains of Being Pure at Heart, TuneYards, The Hold Steady, Dr. Dog, Bright Eyes/Mountain Goats, Sufjan Stevens, Dinosaur Jr., Calexico, The XX, Rogue Wave, Califone, Built To Spill and more...
on the bookshelf...
GET YR LIT ON...
This is just a dip into some of the new titles we have in! Stop by and take a peek and see what other goodness is on the rack...
new-ish tote magic...
We always have a fresh design, with you in mind--get rid of that plastic bag!
tickets we have for upcoming MOKB events...
Cheyenne Marie Mize, Andrew Combs @ White Rabbit 2/10
Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears @ Earth House 2/16
Heartless Bastards @ Radio Radio 2/18
Tennis @ Radio Radio 2/27
Elliott Brood @ White Rabbit 3/8
The Wood Brothers @ Earth House 3/9
Dr. Dog @ Deluxe at Old National Centre 3/14
Rachael Yamagata @ Radio Radio 3/22
Delta Spirit @ Radio Radio 3/24
Youth Lagoon @ Radio Radio 4/2
Electric Six @ Radio Radio 4/6
>>>click for the complete listing of shows and deets...
>>>tickets are cash only and are available with no service fees.
PLEASE NOTE: tickets will be picked up, for all events, the day before the show--so always best to get them early...
you shouldn't be without these...
Get a FREE limited-edition 7" AND POSTER available with purchase of Sharon Van Etten's 'Tramp!'
super rad contest action!...
Tuesday, 07 Feb 12, sees the new release from Of Montreal! Whist you contemplate exactly what format you want to buy 'Paralytic Stalks' on, you can CLICK THIS and register to win a cool hard cover coffee table book by OM mastermind, David Barnes! Lovely...
our top ten (but these go to 11)...
>for the week ending 29 JANUARY 2012:
#1 Cloud nothings - attack on memory
#2 Craig finn - something
#3 V/A - chimes of freedom- songs of bob dylan
#4 Nada surf - the stars are indifferent to astonomy
#5 Gonjasufi - muzzle
#6 Ingrid michaelson - human again
#7 Chairlift - clear heart full eyes
#8 Kathleen edwards - voyager
#9 Laura gibson - la grande
#10 Laura marling - a creature I don't know
#11 Big pink - future this
other essential happenings...
EVERYTHING NOW! RELEASE SHOW/PARTY
Vacation Club, Learner Dancer, and America Owns The Moon will also be on the bill, for the release party of EN!'s fab 'Do It On The Moon,' at Radio Radio! Righteous...
BIG CAR
As an official Super Celebration site of the Super Bowl, Service Center for Culture and Community at 3819 Lafayette Rd. is hosting three nights of cultural parties and celebrations of authentic music, dancing, food and drink and art. Peep the deets...
TURF
We do hope you can make it out to TURF, in the old city county building/old state museum and check this rad piece of Lobyn Hamilton's work (and many others)--care to spot the LUNA sticker?
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last note...
MEET RECORD STORE DAY 2012’S AMBASSADOR: IGGY POP!
April 21 is closer than you think...
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