Real Estate – Beach Comber

Beach Comber is from Real Estate’s 2009 debut album.  They’re one of my favorite indie bands, a bit like the …

Über Preppy Band – Vampire Weekend

Vampire Weekend’s 2008 song M79 references bleeding madras: “No excuse to be so callous/Dress yourself in bleeding madras/Charm your way across …

The Beach Boys – Buttoned Down in the 60s

100% Lambswool Tartan Plaid Scarf by Locharron

Looking ahead to cooler weather, I’ve been trying to find good deals on wool sweaters and scarves.  After weeding out all …