Hey, everybody. Go over and say hello to my online pal Jason at his new little hideout, spinsouth. It promises to be a groovy little resource for all things in the dirty South that rawk.

You may recall my ranting about one of Jason's bands (a randomness favorite), the boondogs, ad nauseam a while back. Well, they're currently on a bit of a break but I highly recommend the debut release from another band he's helming, The Easys. It's luscious power pop with, as I've come to expect, smart lyrics. Check out "The Secrets of Loveliness." I don't think you'll be disappointed.

And, no, I'm not merely sucking up.