So I went to see U23D a few nights ago. If you are even mildly amused by their music (and I'm not sure if any of you are), this is a great concert film. In many ways, it was better than going to see them live because I would never drop the kind of money that it would take to get this kind of immediate, better-than-front-row-seat access to the band. Moreover, because they had time in post-production, the sound mix for the film was far better than the mix you get live. So again, just a great concert experience.

On a more philosophical note, as I sat there watching the film, I found myself wondering whether this is the last, great rock-and-roll band. In other words, has our culture become so hyper-fragmented and niche-marketed that the concept of shared universal music has eroded beyond repair? Think about it. Who's out there right now that you could honestly see still putting out relevant music (whether you like it or not) in 20 years? Beyonce? White Stripes? The Killers? My Chemical Romance? John Mayer? I'm not buying it.

Kind of makes me sad when I think about it ...

On another note, I updated the link to the video on my last post. Tim, you've obviously seen it. Greg? Matt? This is good stuff. Go click the link.