Animal Collective is a group that consists of members based all over the United States as well as abroad. They are an experimental psychedelic band which brings to mind thoughts of drug use and acid trips, and while that doesn't need to be the case to enjoy their music, it might not hurt.

Few artists come into a scene and stick around to become synonymous with that generations musical sound. This is becoming even harder as the artists who are emerging now are forced to adapt and change thanks to a decided smaller attention span among listeners.

Riding a wave of success that is built not only on mainstream popularity, but also creativity is a hard thing to do.

Summer Heart is a Swedish band with a sound that is absolutely perfect for a season full of good-vibes listening. Their sound is smooth and melodic, which being backed by some rhythmic guitar sounds that are soothing and at the same time uplifting.

The music world lost an incredible influence last week, with the passing of this Hip-Hop legend, but more importantly The Beastie Boys, and the people closest to him, lost a friend.

This week's version of Music Monday comes courtesy of some good friends, and one of Regina's most promising new acts Hip-Hop Fusion sensations Sound Society. Made up of six of the most talented artists you will ever meet.

The Coachella music-fest continued this past weekend in California - Rooster editor Chad Reynolds and crew were out too, making it all the more special.

It has been a minute since Regina Spektor last took to the world with a new product, but this past weekend saw a resurgence with new visual accompaniment for her latest track "All The Rowboats". The song is definitely catchy and is hard to listen to just one time.

Sal Masekela is one of the action sports industry's most recognizable figures. He has spent years at the helm of ESPN's X Games telecasts and appeared on countless videos and documentaries thanks to his in-depth knowledge of the industry and the people who make it what it is.

When I was searching for music to share with you I cruised the inter-web, check out some YouTube, hit FACEBOOK hard and did all the things I usually do to f