SONG OF THE DAY
“People Say” by Portugal. The Man (The Satanic Satanist, Equal Vision Records, 2009).
INTERESTING FACTS (a la wikipedia)
– Portugal. The Man is an American Psychedelic Rock band based in Portland, but originally from Wasilla, Alaska.
– The group released their first two albums with Fearless Records. They also released material on their own imprint Approaching AIRballoons through indie label Equal Vision Records. They signed to Atlantic Records on April 2, 2010.
– Originally named The Satanic Satanist of the Majestic Majesty, the album title was later shortened and an acoustic counterpart entitled The Majestic Majesty was released in 2009 as well.
– The Satanic Satanist is themed around memories and stories from singer John Gourley’s growing up in the state of Alaska. The album was recorded with the help of record producer Paul Q. Kolderie of Pixies and Radiohead fame, and it was the band’s first time recording an album with pre-production.
– Portugal. The Man will be making their second appearance at the Bonnaroo this June 2011, as well as Lollapalooza in August 2011.
– The album’s artwork is a combination of photographs and watercolor illustrations by lead singer John Gourley.
– On June 1st, 2009, the band released the song “People Say” for free download on their official website.
– On October 1st, 2010, the band released a music video for the song “People Say”, directed by Michael Ragen and produced by Joy Saez on Youtube (see below).