In an effort to make this blog, ya know, legitimate, I’m looking for another writer. Maybe two more writers. Why not? Being a contributor to the Decibel Tolls requires no knowledge of how to run a website – I take care of that. I just need a few good writers. I’m looking for thoughtful, articulate people with a passion for music, bizarre topics, and the ability to connect the two.

I don’t need, like, an entire CV or resume or anything like that. But you must:

- Possess a strong command of the English langauge
- LOVE psychedelic rock, shoegazing, folk, post rock, space rock, kraut, et al.
- Understand the general ethos of this blog (irreverence uber alles is one cornerstone philosophy)
- Be able to contribute often (1-2 times a week) with rich, insightful content
- Not take yourself too seriously

An insane, bizarre, baffling record collection is preferred, but not necessary. Interested? Send me an email: kb [at] thedecibeltolls.com, with 2-3 samples of your writing (it doesn’t have to be published work) and a paragraph or two introduction. Feel free to ask me any questions.

I’m including a couple of MP3s below for the sole purpose of getting people other than my friends to read this. See, if you don’t include an MP3, nobody from Elbows or Hype Machine will stop by to see you. We live in a culture of instant gratification. People want the goods, then they cut and run. This is your first lesson as a blog writer, future contributor! It’s a sad state of affairs we live in.

Since I’m asking applicants for a small bio, let’s sling some songs up here with the word “tale” in the title.

MP3 :::
Fairport Covnention – Tale in Hard Time
Friends (Peter Howell/John Ferdinando) – Tale of Your Life