Ting Tings and Jay-Z?

By Contributing Writer TIM EMMERICK

The Ting Tings probably would not call themselves an indie band (considering they're signed with Columbia and had a No. 1 hit in the UK) but they do most of the same things that our beloved indie rockers do. For example, they make records, go on tour and dress like something that someone once ate at a street fair in Williamsburg. Now rumor has it the London based dance-pop duo has signed with Jay-Z's filthy LiveNation/Rocafella hybrid label RocNation. Not only would that make them the first non-urban act to sign with Hova but also another twisted pawn in LiveNation's plot to make money off of all live music anywhere in the entire world. We've never had much of a problem with the commercialization of "indie" culture but this shit is, in a word, whack. Listen to us, Ting Tings. Please. DO NOT TAKE THE BLUE PILL.

Secret Myspace Ting Ting's Show in Philly on Halloween

Ting Tings - Great DJ - mp3
Philadelphia fans of the Ting Tings (what up Mom!) will be delighted to know that the catchy pop duo have just announced a "secret" myspace show at the Barbary on Halloween. Doors open at 7:30pm and fans are encouraged to wear their best cliche rock star costumes. Along with MGMT and the Black Kids, the Ting Ting's have had quite the successful year for a break-out band - most of that success came from licensing (cough, iPod commercial) but that's the way things roll these days just ask Santogold.

Not a Surprise - Apple loves the Ting Tings

Back in January, Stark's artist to watch, the Ting Tings, were nothing more than a glint in Vince's blogger eyeball. Now they have their own iPod commercial. I can't say that I'm shocked. As much as I hate to promote Apple and their self-righteous "geniuses," check out the Ting Ting's song below...