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Few bands are able to call themselves real Celtic punk.  However, Dropkick Murphys are true Celtic punk legends.  Hailing from Quincy, MA, the Dropkicks first played together in the basement of a friend’s barbershop.  Still playing together after more than a decade, the band has stood the test of time.  In true Irish style, they are known for putting on killer shows with beer, bagpipes and sing-a-longs.

Dropkick Murphys are currently gearing up for their annual St. Patrick’s Day stint in Boston at House of Blues and releasing a live album/DVD.  Live on Landsdowne, out today, features an entirely new track listing all recorded at House of Blues Boston during their 2009 St. Patty’s Day run.  With infectious energy and a passion for their work, Dropkick Murphys are an unforgettable band.

OurStage got the chance to speak with Tim Brennan (guitar, accordion, vocals) of the Dropkicks about Boston, St. Patrick’s Day and the band’s evolution as the top Celtic punk band today.  Audio from the interview can be found below.

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In 1994, a little known band called Train was playing coffee houses and local bars in San Francisco.  Two GRAMMY awards and a dozen hit singles later, the incredibly talented band has released their fifth studio album Save Me, San Francisco to more critical acclaim than ever before.  Check the album out on iTunes along with their hit single, “Hey, Soul Sister.”

Known for their emotional and evocative lyrics, Train found their way into listener’s hearts with songs such as “Calling All Angels” and “Drops of Jupiter.”  The band’s knack for songwriting and their ability to connect with fans makes them the perfect group to mentor up-and-coming talent in OurStage’s “Save Me, San Francisco” Songwriting Challenge.  As Train embarks on their upcoming tour, audiences should be sure to vote for their favorite OurStage bands—the best predictor can win tickets to see Train live!

OurStage caught up with lead singer Patrick Monahan to talk about the success of Train’s latest album, songwriting and what’s to come for the band.

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Holden Lewis and Jeremy Mendicino may be pretty and nice, but most of all, this duo is fun.  Pretty & Nice, Lewis and Mendicino’s band, have been Boston’s best-kept secret for years now.  Formed in a basement somewhere on the outskirts of the city, the band records their own snappy pop with both grace and childlike abandon, making them the pop band to beat.  After adding two members to their lineup, the band took to the streets, touring relentlessly.

Pretty & Nice’s latest release, Get Young, is nothing short of wonderful.  Warping pop hints around a solid static and noisy aggression, the latest release is modern in sound, but a throwback in emotion — embodying all that Pretty & Nice is.  The band’s been on tour essentially since the release (with more energy than most of the bands you could think of) and shows no signs of becoming “too old” or “too worn out.”

Lewis and Mendicino got OurStage up to speed on life in the fast lane, how they stay so fun and their plans to record.

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To wrap up this weeks Needle in the Haystack with the Shotgun Crackers, we have a quick video interview with the band. The Swedish rockstars took time out of their busy tour schedule to answer a few questions. Take a look at the video below!

Be sure to check out OurStage and MTV Music’s coverage of the band earlier in the week.

Since their breakout success in 2005, OK Go has been one of America’s most creative and memorable bands.  Their DIY videos, most often done in one take, showcase unusual, yet energetic dance moves that make their songs even more irresistible than they already are.  With the release of their new album, Of the Blue Colour of the Sky, OK Go is back for more and ready to get down.  OurStage got the chance to catch up with Damian Kulash, frontman of the band, to chat about recording the album, their upcoming video and expansive world of OK Go.

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