Video: "40 Things To Do in a Blackout" - The Pop Ups

I don't think write, record, and film a video for a benefit song was one of the 40 things the Pop Ups mention in their new song, "40 Things To Do in a Blackout," but singing along definitely was.  The new track was inspired by (if that's an appropriate phrase) Hurricane Sandy, and all proceeds benefit Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.  (Purchase the track via Bandcamp, Amazon, and -- soon -- iTunes.)  The song takes a while to get a head of steam, but once it does, it's a ton of fun and worth a buck.  The video is just that much more fun.  After all, everything's better with puppets (another suggestion from the band, of course).

The Pop Ups - "40 Things To Do in a Blackout" [YouTube]

Listen To This: "Robot Parade (Live)" - They Might Be Giants

First I let you hear a live version of "Clap Your Hands."  Then I told you about the fresh new extended version of (and briefly had a download and stream of) "Alphabet of Nations."

Now I get to offer you a stream of a live version of "Robot Parade," yet another of the fun bonus tracks from They Might Be Giants' deluxe rerelease of their classic 2002 kids' album, No!.  Posted with permission of the band, it's fun for all ages...