Books On Tape - Throw Down Your Laptops

Raised on punk rock and hip-hop, Todd Books began crafting his own DIY electronica in the 90s, using sequencers, drum machines and effects units to make his own brand of squiggly good fun. Books on Tape manages to be both warm and futuristic at the same time. And always energetic. And rather obscure, thanks to an early habit of only releasing Books on Tape tracks as MP3s via the net. Eventually, these and the super word of mouth they've generated have made Books on Tape a respected act on the burgeoning indie-electronica scene, and BOT live shows all over the country have kept the kids rocking back and forth to the beat. Add to this resume some prime exposure on MTV and BOT is positioned to leap to real stardom.

For THROW DOWN YOUR LAPTOPS, Books on Tapes recorded each track in a single take to 24-track tape, capturing the immediacy and energy of a live show with the pristine sound of a studio recording. Guest musicians include members of Bright Eyes and Slowcoach on an assortment of guitars, synths and drum machines. Todd Books played/programmed the rest - and nothing was edited in the computer. What you hear is what they did. Better listen up!

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