We’ll Have Bizarre Celebrations

Of Montreal “Wraith Pinned to the Mist (And Other Games)” – Don’t let the odd title fool you – this is most definitely a love song. And it’s a very sweet one too, as it imagines romance as an invitation to strange adventures and surreal fantasy. Imagination is so urgent and key, but somehow vastly underrated in the context of relationships. Every love affair should be like a bizarre celebration! (Click here to buy it from Polyvinyl Records.)

Ethan Lipton “Whitney Houston” – Though this song is catchy and amusing, you’re really only getting half of Ethan Lipton’s act by listening to this track. Backed by an “orchestra” consisting soley of a ukulele player, Lipton croons sad little songs packed full of absurd nonsequitors about running off with toothless one-eyed Ren Faire women, magic tricks called “happy!,” enjoying the sight of “thighs in the fatty position,” and in this case, chastising Whitney Houston for seducing and corrupting that “sweet, sweet Bobby Brown,” with a straight face and an incredible level of commitment. (Click here to visit Ethan Lipton’s official site.)