For your reading pleasure

a) You can download three of the Killers' songs from iTunes, as well as an exclusive song from Pete Yorn, who is now trying to be Tom Waits. Interesting...I'll leave it at that.

b) How did Frank Black get to be so fat? The indie rock godfather is pretty friggin' hefty. Aren't they all supposed to be vegan? I just assumed that extra poundage could all be avoided, but he really could blend in at a Monroe county monster truck rally, I swear.

c) Great article, shedding some much needed light on one of life's most burning questions: How has John Stevens survived on 'Idol?'

Closing remarks: does anyone remember how good "Talk to Me, Dance with Me" was? Still is! Even though it's one of Hot Hot Heat's only two decent songs, it more than makes up for it in repeat value. Now I must enjoy Tough Crowd. Laters!