This is a follow-up to “Cyberlocker sites come under the radar of copyright holders,” which ran in the Daily Journal on Aug. 19.

Striking back against its accusers, the file-hosting website Hotfile.com has brought a countersuit against Warner Bros. Entertainment alleging copyright fraud and abuse.  The complaint accuses Warner Bros. of abusing Hotfile’s anti-piracy tool by filing false copyright take-downs notices.  These notices are only to be used for copyrighted files owned by Warner Bros..  Now the Florida-based company is seeking damages from the movie giant.

The complaint comes after an earlier suit this year against Hotfile by the Motion Picture Association of America, an association of five major Hollywood studios.  The suit is based on a larger campaign by the MPAA to attack copyright abuse on cyber-locker sites.  A cyberlocker is an online storage provider that allows users to upload and share files.  Visitors to the site then can download those files for free by clicking a link.

Cyberlocker sites came under the attention of the MPAA due to a spike in traffic since the beginning of 2011.  These sites now receive more traffic than BitTorrent sites, bringing them under scrutiny by the major studios.  Hotfile recently became one of the top 100 visited websites in the world.

Hotfile’s recent suit against Warner Bros. is a counter-claim to the original MPAA action.  The counterclaim accuses Warner Bros. of “repeated, reckless and irresponsible misrepresentations to Hotfile falsely claiming to own copyrights in material from Hotfile.com.”  The complaint goes on to say that Hotfile even told Warner Bros. about these misrepresentations, but even this did not stop the false claims.

To fight copyright abuse, Hotfile provides “special rightsholder accounts” to certain copyright owners.  Warner Bros. had such an account assigned to their manager of anti-piracy Internet operations, Michael Bentkover.  The tool allowed an unlimited amount of file-takedowns by copyright holders, so long as the complainant held the copyright to the file.

Many of the files taken down by Warner Bros. were not files for which they owned copyrights.  Hotfile alleges this was a breach of the special rightsholder account agreement, which provided that when Warner Bros. reported a file, it was asserting “under penalty of perjury that [it is] the owner or an owner or an authorized legal representative of the owner of copyrights.”  Warner Bros. also represented that it had a “good faith belief” that the owner did not authorize use of the file on Hotfile.com.

Warner Bros. is accused of “willful blindness” in its use of the special rightsholder account.  The complaint points out that Warner Bros. searched for a file entitled “The Rite,” which had been uploaded to filesonic.net, not Hotfile.com.  “[B]ecause Warner apparently went to a third party search site looking for links to The Rite, it returned a page containing not only the filesonic link to The Rite but also dozens of seemingly unrelated links to other files at filsonic.com, Hotfile.com and other sites.”  Warner then “used the [special rightsholder account] to delete each of the twenty or so Hotfile links listed on that page even though . . . none appear to have any relationship to The Rite or to Warner.”  Warner Bros. is accused of deleting “hundreds if not thousands” of similar files in this manner.

Interestingly, there is speculation that Warner Bros. had a financial incentive other than preventing infringement for taking these files down.  A deal was proposed by Warner Bros. to replace files removed for infringement with links to purchase Warner-owned content.  If Warner Bros. takes down more files, they create more links to paid content sites.

The three counts Hotfile alleges are violations of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, intentional interference with a contractual or business relationship, and negligence.  The complaint demands a jury trial and asks for compensation for lost revenues caused by Warner Bros’s actions.  Finally, the complaint asks for a permanent injunction requiring Warner Bros. to individually review every file they request to be taken down.

This suit and the original MPAA suit have the potential to greatly alter the legal landscape for cyberlocker sites on the Internet.  Hotfile’s countersuit will also clarify how much legal recourse websites have against big copyright holders under the DMCA.  A trial date has not yet been set.

I’ve always said that “you ain’t shit until you go mariachi”. It’s true, I talk like that.

The Bronx’ “Mariachi El Bronx” record was one of my favorites of 2009. So much, that I stranded myself in a bad neighborhood just to see Mariachi El Bronx open for The Bronx. Like, so bad that cabs won’t return to pick you up.

The new song  “48 Roses” off their 2011 version of “Mariachi El Bronx” is FREE today.

Get the FREE download HERE.

Originally published in the Daily Journal on July 28th, 2011

Troubles seem to be never ending for music streaming site Grooveshark.com.  A complaint was recently filed by a group of songwriters and copyright holders accusing the Web site of copyright infringement.  Grooveshark allows users to listen to music via streaming, a continuous downloading and playing of a song using an Internet connection.  It is unique from services like Pandora and Last.fm because it allows users to pick the actual tracks that they listen to, whereas Pandora and Last.fm will play similar tracks but do not give users song-by-song control.

Grooveshark has been the target of copyright infringement lawsuits by big music publishers like Universal Music Group, with whom a case is currently pending.  Grooveshark has also faced EMI Music in court, with whom they are settling.  However, despite Grooveshark’s attempts to make licensing deals with copyright holders, a new complaint has been filed against the company for failure to do so.

Several music copyright companies have sued Escape Media Group (Grooveshark’s parent company, “EMG”) in the Middle District of Tennessee.  Amongst the plantiffs are former Grand Funk Railroad frontman Mark Farner and Larry Weiss, writer of “Rhinestone Cowboy.”  The plaintiffs accuse EMG of copyright infringement, including contributory copyright infringement and vicarious copyright infringement.

The plaintiffs allege that Grooveshark provided its customers access to copyrighted music without having to pay for it.  Specifically, it claims that users can listen to entire copyrighted works using “on-demand streams,” which they define as “on-demand real time digital transmissions of sound recordings using so-called streaming technology.”  The complaint also alleges that Grooveshark actively encourages users to share music through services like Facebook and Twitter, and further accuses Grooveshark of encouraging users to upload copyrighted content to the site.  This uploaded content then becomes part of the searchable database accessible by Grooveshark users.

Plaintiffs are upset because Grooveshark failed to obtain plaintiffs’ “authorization, license or permission” to use the sound recordings on its site.  They also cite EMG’s failure to obtain a compulsory license before copying plaintiffs’ music onto EMG’s computers.

EMG has faced scrutiny in the past for its approach to music.  The Grooveshark app has been removed both from the Apple Store and the Android App Store in the past few years due to mounting pressure from music copyright holders.

Defending against a recent lawsuit filed by Universal Music Group, Grooveshark’s Senior Vice President of Information Products, Paul Geller, wrote an open letter defending Grooveshark as entirely legal.  Geller cited Grooveshark’s policy of honoring “take down claims,” which allegedly put them in full compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).  Compliance with DMCA “take down claims,” argues Grooveshark, brings them under the same protection as Youtube.com, who is only required to take down offending videos if a proper take down claim is filed and deemed legitimate.

Geller also notes that Grooveshark has already secured thousands of licenses from copyright holders and is attempting to secure licenses for all of its music.  Finally, Geller cited over two million songs that Grooveshark has taken down in response to take down complaints, as evidence that they are trying to maintain strict compliance with copyright law.  An earlier suit between Grooveshark and EMI ended in a licensing deal, which Geller no doubt hopes will be repeated in future suits.

However, it is unclear whether removing infringing content is enough to put Grooveshark in compliance with the Copyright Act.  Grooveshark’s legal status is likely to hinge on whether it is considered an interactive service as defined in 17 U.S.C. Section 114(j)(7).  In Arista Records LLC v. LAUNCH Media Inc., 578 F.3d 148 (2d Cir. N.Y. 2009), several large copyright holding groups led by BMG sued Yahoo’s interactive radio service, LaunchCast, under the DMCA.  Interactive services under the DMCA are required to pay licensing fees to content owners, whereas non-interactive services merely have to pay a smaller statutory licensing fee.

The Copyright Act defines a service as interactive if it is either specially created for the user or if a user can use the service to find and play a specific song.  Grooveshark’s ability to allow users to pick specific songs and create playlists seems to make the service “interactive” under the statute, which may make it vulnerable in the current suit.

The current suit appears to follow in the footsteps of the recent Universal Music Group suit. In January 2010, UMG brought suit against Grooveshark in New York state court, which is unusual because the case was not filed in federal court and only pursued violations against pre-1972 recordings.  Filing specifically for these violations allows UMG to recover under both federal and state law, whereas post-1972 recordings would only be recoverable under federal law.  A New York case, Capitol Records Inc. v. Naxos of America Inc., 262 F.Supp.2d 204 (2003), held that pre-1972 recordings are protected under state copyright law because 17 U.S.C. Section 301(c) allows recovery for these recordings under state common law or state statutes until Feb. 15, 2067.

It remains to be seen whether the current suit will end in a settlement and possible licensing deal.  However, attitudes in the industry toward alleged music pirates may be changing.  This week, former Google.com chief information officer Douglas C. Merrill, once an EMI executive, said publicly that LimeWire pirates were some of the best customers on iTunes.  He was speaking at an Expo in Sydney about data he had obtained as chief operating officer of New Music and president of Digital Business at EMI.  During his time there, he profiled users of LimeWire, a music downloading service, and found that its users actually were more likely to purchase music than the average person.

The future of Grooveshark is indicative of the future of music on the Internet.  If innovative services like Grooveshark.com are shut down by music industry hold-outs, the future of digital music on the Internet is like to stagnate.  However, Grooveshark users are given free access to copyrighted music that otherwise would have to be purchased, compensating artists and copyright holders.  One thing is clear: Whatever happens to Grooveshark will be a bell-weather for other music streaming sites, and the decision will be watched closely by those within the music industry.

Nick Solish is a lawyer at Bryan Cave and recent graduate of the University of Texas. He can be contacted at nickolas.solish at bryancave.com.

Musician Matthew Bellamy of 'Muse' (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) – Outside Lands opens its fourth year running with a diverse line-up few other festivals could match. Demonstrating three different takes on rock music, Phish, Muse, and Arcade Fire close out Friday, Saturday, and Sunday respectively, following 20+ acts that range from R&B (the goddess Erykah Badu), dubstep (Eskmo), trip-hop (Phantogram), and dance (Major Lazer). Suffice it to say, if Outside Lands were a person, she would have that iPod whose shuffle could make everyone at a given house party smile.

It only helps the festival’s cause that it brings gifts beyond music: Outside Lands is more than just live music, it is also a festival of art, food, and wine. If there was ever a more winning combination than this ‘quadfecta’, we as mere mortals have yet to experience it.

Learn everything you need to know about Outside Lands…

DATES & TIMES:

Friday, August 12
Festival Gates Open – 11:00AM
Music Starts – 12:00PM
Music Ends – 10:00PM

Saturday, August 13
Festival Gates Open – 11:00AM
Music Starts – 12:00PM
Music Ends – 10:00PM

Sunday, August 14
Festival Gates Open – 11:00AM
Music Starts – 12:00PM
Music Ends – 9:45PM

QUICK LINKS

2011 ARTIST LINE-UP | WHAT YOU CAN & CAN’T BRING | FOOD OPTIONS | ATMs | DIRECTIONS & PARKING

(Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

2011 ARTIST LINE-UP

Click HERE to see the official Outside Lands MyScheduler.

• Muse
• Phish (2 sets)
• Arcade Fire
• The Black Keys
• Deadmau5
• MGMT
• Girl Talk
• The Decemberists
• John Fogerty
• Erykah Badu
• The Original Meters
• Beirut
• The Roots
• Arctic Monkeys
• Big Audio Dynamite
• STS9
• Warren Haynes Band
• Big Boi
• Major Lazer
• Little Dragon
• Julieta Venegas
• Sia
• OK Go
• The Greyboy Allstars
• Josh Ritter & The Royal City Band
• Old 97’s
• Mavis Staples
• Latyrx feat. Lyrics Born & Lateef
• Best Coast
• Collie Buddz
• Phantogram
• Charles Bradley
• Foster The People
• Lotus
• STRFKR
• Junip
• Pajama Party
• The Infamous Stringdusters
• The Vaccines
• Toro Y Moi
• Vetiver
• The Limousines
• Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
• The Stone Foxes
• The Joy Formidable
• Wye Oak
• Ana Tijoux
• Orgone
• Lord Huron
• Tamaryn
• Grouplove
• The Fresh & Onlys
• Ximena Sariñana
• Ty Segall
• Sunbirds
• Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers
• Diego’s Umbrella
• Ghost Robot

QUICK LINKS

2011 ARTIST LINE-UP | WHAT YOU CAN & CAN’T BRING | FOOD OPTIONS | ATMs | DIRECTIONS & PARKING

(Photo credit by Karl Walter/Getty Images)

WHAT YOU CAN YOU BRING

• Blankets
• Soft-sided coolers
• Regular-size/unframed backpacks
• Two factory-sealed water bottles up to 1 liter each
• Empty Camelbak or other empty plastic container (i.e., Nalgene bottle)
• Ice in soft-sided cooler or Camelbak – no large bags allowed
• Binoculars
• Personal cameras (i.e., small digital cameras or point-and-click 35mm cameras) – cameras with any type of detachable lenses are prohibited

WHAT YOU CAN’T BRING

• Weapons of any kind
• Illegal substances
• Framed or large backpacks
• Alcohol (alcohol will be sold at the festival)
• Glass containers of ANY kind
• Skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles
• Bicycles inside festival grounds (bike racks are available Marks Meadow)
• Fireworks and explosives
• Instruments and laser pointers
• Umbrellas
• Picnic baskets
• Lawn furniture
• Large or hard-sided coolers
• Tents
• Pets (except service dogs)
• Video equipment – no video recording will be allowed
• Professional still camera equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms, or commercial use rigs)
• Audio recording equipment
• No illegal vending is permitted – no unauthorized/unlicensed vendors allowed

QUICK LINKS

2011 ARTIST LINE-UP | WHAT YOU CAN & CAN’T BRING | FOOD OPTIONS | ATMs | DIRECTIONS & PARKING

(Photo credit by AP Photo)

FOOD OPTIONS

Reasonably priced food (including vegetarian/vegan options) and drinks will be available on-site. More information about the food vendors and options will be released in upcoming weeks.

QUICK LINKS

2011 ARTIST LINE-UP | WHAT YOU CAN & CAN’T BRING | FOOD OPTIONS | ATMs | DIRECTIONS & PARKING

(Photo credit by AP Photo)

ATMs

There will be a number of ATMs located at the festival. Their locations will be marked on the map you receive when you enter the site.

QUICK LINKS

2011 ARTIST LINE-UP | WHAT YOU CAN & CAN’T BRING | FOOD OPTIONS | ATMs | DIRECTIONS & PARKING

(Photo by White Menace)

(Photo credit by White Menace)

DIRECTIONS

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The Esurance Shuttle guarantees round-trip transportation from Bill Graham Civic Auditorium to the entrance of Outside Lands in Golden Gate Park. With a 3-day shuttle pass (made affordable by Esurance), you’ll quickly and easily get to the festival — with zero hassle.
Fans who take the shuttle will earn Insider status, which they can parlay at the Esurance Inside Outside lounge for cool gifts and giveaways. Get on. Get in. Get out.
Buy your shuttle pass separately or by “adding on” to your ticketing order during checkout.
3-Day Shuttle Pass – $29.50 ($4.90 per trip)
Shuttle hours: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m. each day
Limited coverage from 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
*Please note this shuttle pass does not include admission to the festival.

PARKING

NOTE: With extremely limited parking inside the Park and in the surrounding neighborhoods, we strongly encourage you to take public or alternate means of transportation.

There is no overnight parking allowed inside of Golden Gate Park, and camping in the city of San Francisco is prohibited (San Francisco Park Code, Article 3, Section 3.12).

Camping, glass containers, alcohol and drugs are prohibited at Ocean Beach.

Camping 36 CFR 2.10 (b)(10), Glass Containers 36 CFR 1.5 (f), Consumption of Alcohol in an Area Closed to Drinking 36 CFR 2.35 (a)(3)(iii), Possession of Controlled Substance 36 CFR 2.35 (b)(2).

FOR MORE WAYS TO GET TO OUTSIDE LANDS, CLICK HERE

For more information on the Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival, visit CBS Local Events or go to www.sfoutsidelands.com.

QUICK LINKS

2011 ARTIST LINE-UP | WHAT YOU CAN & CAN’T BRING | FOOD OPTIONS | ATMs | DIRECTIONS & PARKING

(Copyright 2011 by CBS San Francisco. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.)

PICTURES: The Many Faces of Deadmau5

Outside Lands opens its fourth year running with a diverse line-up few other festivals could match. Demonstrating three different takes on rock music, Phish, Muse, and Arcade Fire close out Friday, Saturday, and Sunday respectively, following 20+ acts that range from R&B (the goddess Erykah Badu), dubstep (Eskmo), trip-hop (Phantogram), and dance (Major Lazer). Suffice it to say, if Outside Lands were a person, she would have that iPod whose shuffle could make everyone at a given house party smile.

It only helps the festival’s cause that it brings gifts beyond music: Outside Lands is more than just live music, it is also a festival of art, food, and wine. If there was ever a more winning combination than this quadfecta, we as mere mortals have yet to experience it.

The Spotlight will run through these non-music, Bay Area treats throughout the week, so keep checking MP3.com as you plan your festival itinerary.

For now, back to what they do best: free music. From today onward, download songs from OK Go, Deadmau5, Best Coast and more. They also have a few tracks that will ONLY be available for 24 hours. Mark your calendars to enjoy as much free Outside Lands music as possible.

VIEW: Outside Lands 2011 Lineup Video

For more information on the Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival, visit CBS Local Events or go to www.sfoutsidelands.com.

(Copyright 2011 by CBS San Francisco. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.)

When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

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When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

[vevo]http://www.vevo.com/watch/plain-white-ts/1-2-3-4/USH5V0920771[/vevo]

When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

[vevo]http://www.vevo.com/watch/plain-white-ts/1-2-3-4/USH5V0920771[/vevo]

When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

[vevo]http://www.vevo.com/watch/plain-white-ts/1-2-3-4/USH5V0920771[/vevo]

When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

[vevo]http://www.vevo.com/watch/plain-white-ts/1-2-3-4/USH5V0920771[/vevo]

When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

[vevo]http://www.vevo.com/watch/plain-white-ts/1-2-3-4/USH5V0920771[/vevo]

When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

[vevo]http://www.vevo.com/watch/plain-white-ts/1-2-3-4/USH5V0920771[/vevo]

When the [lastfm link_type="artist_info"]Plain White T’s[/lastfm]  struck it big with their 2006 hit “Hey There Delilah,” it was both good and disruptive for the group. The song hit #1 on the charts of four countries, but, as an acoustic ballad, it was different from their usual style.

Do they try and adapt their style to what they think will bring them the most success, or stay true to their roots as a rock band? Fortunately, the Plain White T’s been able to handle their success with confidence and have returned with a solid follow up in Wonders Of The Younger, featuring the single “Boomerang.”

“Boomerang” displays the Plain White T’s strong sense of melody. A bouncing piano line carries the lively instrumentals, while singer Tom Higgenson tosses of line after line of catchy vocals as he sings about the girl he just can’t stay away from.

On one level “Boomerang” is a straightforward boy/ girl sort of song. The band, however, is clever enough keep things interesting by throwing in some quirky elements to shake it up. The result is a charming tune that strikes a good balance between the pop expected of them and the rock that is an important part of their identity.

Download “Boomerang” now free for 24 hours!

More on The Plain White T’s:

Gallery: Plain White T’s Live

Video: Plain White T’s Cover Cee-Lo’s “Forget You”

[vevo]http://www.vevo.com/watch/plain-white-ts/1-2-3-4/USH5V0920771[/vevo]