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July 2008

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Coldplay: Shine On

Trampolines, imaginary 16-year-olds, and decisions, decisions, decisions. For the world's biggest band not called U2, there's just no rest for the bleary. An exclusive look behind the scenes of Coldplay's new album.

She Said Him Said

Mounting a first tour is challenging enough without having to deal with laryngitis, fashionistas, and movie shoots. She & Him's Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward document their whirlwind maiden voyage.

Wolf Parade: Animal Collective of Montreal

Following up a revered debut album with a more, um, challenging one often inspires catty backlash. But the scruffy Canadian indie rockers of Wolf Parade are too busy playing in 17 other bands to worry. Is this the new careerism?

R.E.M., "Hollow Man" (From Austin City Limits)

A highlight from R.E.M.'s appearance on Austin City Limits, premiering May 24 on PBS.

SXSW '08: Dr. Dog Interview

Dr. Dog stopped by the SPIN and MySpace San Jacinto Saloon for a chat with William Goodman during South by Southwest 2008.

On the Set With Foo Fighters: Third Spin Cover

Foo Fighters on the set of SPIN's November cover shoot.

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