Artist: Meg & Dia
Album: Something Real
Released: August 8th, 2006
Label: Doghouse Records

Back in August, I received a promotional e-mail from East West records to pre-order "Something Real." I would've otherwise considered this spam, but I was in need of music so I figured what the hell, why not?  The CD arrived on August 10th (there's no point in "pre-ordering" from HI) and turned out to be a winner.  It plays like the first time, every time.  Honestly, I listen to this album, at least, twice every day - all the way through.

I'm reasonably discriminating when it comes to female vocalists, especially in this "they-sound-just-like-they-sound" genre.  It's not because I'm a sexist, but rather because I'm a critic and all joking aside, most bands led by a female singer fail to make a name for themselves or surpass those who have.

On account that they're a feminine duo (reinforced by two, equally feminine dudes), I think Meg & Dia are absolutely groundbreaking.  Also due in part to the fact that they're not encompassed by their style.  Their lyrics are honest in an adolescent way.  Their acoustics are supersonic and un-produced (as they should be) and their electric tracks...  thought-out and powerful. That shit fucking slams in the "whip."

They've been on T-Minus Rock for about a month now and they will be premiered on MTV2's Discover and Download this coming Monday (18th).  I can only hope they spiral into society's eardrum with ease... like Fall Out Boy and Cartel.  Man, those fuckers blew-up.  Who gives a fuck if that's deemed commercial?  As far as Music is concerned, I couldn't be more stoked to hear that starving artists are finally being heard... or um, fed.

On top of everything else, I'm heels-over-head-in-love with Dia's mouth - for real.  Physically speaking, I'm sucker for a nice mug and sleepy eyes.  Damn, and those beauty spots... fucking hold me, Son.

Meg & Dia - Roses (Acoustic) - Personal Favorite
|| Roses || Album Version || [3:27] || (mp3) ||
"Why are some girls so naive?  He didn't unbutton your blouse to see
a better view of your heart.  Oh yeah, can't blame you for trying."


Meg & Dia - Masterpiece (Acoustic)
|| Masterpiece || Album Version || [3:28] || (mp3)
"I am no masterpiece where innocence is painted green.
Isn't it strange to think that you created all of me?"


Meg & Dia - Cardigan Weather (Acoustic)
|| Cardigan Weather || Album Version || [2:56] || (mp3)
"You always had your secret ways.
I acted so serene.  I was so drowsy then.
My fault.  I'm so careless."


Meg & Dia - Setting Up Sunday (Acoustic)
|| Setting Up Sunday || Album Version || [4:04] || (mp3)
"Kid I'm right here... and I'm not leaving. 
There's no way to make you stay, but...
 I'm saving all my worries for that day you don't need me."

... and now for the distortion.
 

Meg & Dia - Monster
|| Monsters || Album Version || [2:39] || (mp3)
"He battered his tiny fists to feel something...
wondered what it's like to touch and feel something."

Howz dem chicks, Brah? Mean, ah?! 

I'm not gonna upload the rest.  Buy it!