do you want to become part of the freak folk movement?

I heard via the Paste Podcast from last week that there is a new type of folk music now. It's called "freak folk" and it is based on the idea that it's folk music, but with "a whole lot more going on." I think they meant vocally or musically, but occasionally I suppose it's truly freaky people making music as well.

For this monumental occasion I put together this play list of freaks and freak folk songs. Just in time for folk fest season to begin! [wouldn't it be super wicked if I could figure out the logistics of posting actual mp3?]

Devandra Banhart - Hey Mamma Wolf
My Lady Story - Antony & The Johnsons
Bjork - Joga
Cat Power - Hate
CocoRosie - Tahiti Rain Song
Kaki King - Ingots
Regina Spektor - Hotel Song
Shelby Sifers - You Geranium, You Potato

Who knows if I'm right about this freak folk business. What's your opinion? Who is your favorite freak folk artist?

I must say, I've had the song Hotel Yorba by the White Stripes stuck in my head for a good part of yesterday, and a good part of today. I still have not listened to it again. The last time I would have listened to it was probably three years ago... give or take. I'm not sure where it came from.

In other news. I offically have an irregular hole in my face. Middle of bottom lip. It is fabulous and I love it so much, and when I am feeling less productive and more procrastinator I will post a detailed account of yesterday's events. I feel the need to state that I am not rebelling against anything. Cross my heart and hope to die. It's just something I needed to do for myself. To prove to myself that I can deal with it, also, I think it looks pretty freakin sweet. There will definitely be photos as soon as I get my life in order... which I'm still holding high hopes of such an occurrence.

I finally fixed up the fabulous dress I bought way back in.. feburary. The straps broke on it and I adored this dress so I had to try to fix something onto it. I haved got to say, I adore it even more with the new straps. I may still do some stitching on the straps, but I am going to wear it tomorrow with or without! I can't wait!

I'm off to be productive. I have high hopes for the week ahead. Lots of important things need to be accomplished.

Speaking of things that are freaky though, check this out! It seems to go rather well with Bjork in the background.

Love.

[Music: Bjork - Joga - The Greatest Hits]