Back Beat Cheat Sheet – What you should be watching, listening to and playing right now, Jan. 2015

15JAN-backbeat

  1. “Impractical Jokers:” Four lifelong friends compete in a series of hidden camera challenges. Season 2 recently released on DVD and Season 4 premieres tomorrow on TruTV. This might just be the funniest show currently on TV.
  2. “Bassem Sabry” by Of Montreal: The first single off of upcoming album “Aureate Gloom,” out March 3. The track evokes “Hissing Fauna” era bass and funky, undulating guitar riffs.
  3. “Shadow of Mordor:” Deepening the world of Middle Earth this game pits you against hordes of Uruk as the ranger Talion. Featuring a combat style similar to the “Arkham” games.
  4. “Archer:” “Archer Vice” was just released on DVD and while it may not be the best season of the show it set the stage for Season 6 which just started it’s run on FX. And even when the show isn’t at it’s best it’s still better than most other shows.
  5. Dr. Dog: Dr. Dog is one of the most consistent bands out there. They have recently released “Live at a Flamingo Hotel” which showcases their live talent.