If you seek proof of the theory of evolution, consider They Might Be Giants. Over the course of three decades, the duo of John Linnell and John Flansburgh learned how to adapt and thrive in an increasingly hostile musical environment. TMBG diversified early and often, from its Dial-A-Song project and TV theme songs (Malcolm In The Middle) to podcasts and, more recently, a string of successful children’s albums, books and DVDs. TMBG’s latest children’s album, Here Comes Science, is a fun and surprisingly educational foray into the world of elements, planets, photosynthesis, electric cars and, yes, evolution. The duo is guest editing magnetmagazine.com all week. Read our Q&A with Linnell.
Flansburgh: If you are looking for an original gift, Etsy might be the perfect solution for you. Etsy is a great website that gives artists and craftspeople a platform to sell their handmade stuff. While there is too much Scrabble-piece jewelry, if you really dig in on searches, you’ll be amazed at the original stuff you’ll find. The vintage section is interesting, too—kind of like a junk store minus the dusty, smelly stuff you have to push through to get to the real finds. Video after the jump.
