Tag: the New Pornographers

You’re not crying, it’s just Water From Your Eyes.

The aleatory nature of playlist selection for The Lacking Organization means all-instrumental sets are rare, so having two in one show definitely merits a mention in the show notes. Tonight’s highlight is Mac DeMarco, whose new album provides the perfect soundtrack for this particularly floaty stage of summer.

A listener suggested I slip in Wham!’s “Last Christmas” but as someone filled with old-fashioned Lacking Integrity, I politely declined. That said, your host survived the season unscathed. In this episode, we dedicate the Middle Hour to some fine covers. Shout out to Robin in Atlanta for hanging out in the late-night post-holiday gulch.

Dan Bejar’s own project features his distinctive voice and musical mannerisms, carried over from the ‘80s.

Solo effort from longtime pop gem Ted Leo, filled with wicked hooks and his distinctive singing voice.