giving props where props are due

The weird and wonderful world of Jona Bechtolt aka YACHT continues to keep me eagerly interested and wanting more. I guess I can only say this about a handful of people out there. Not only does he find the time to pump out great music and remixes that don't sound like anyone elses (not even close) and mastermind really far out albums like The Blow's Paper Television, but his design skills and overall web presence are something to behold. I highly enjoying watching his creativity pop up randomly across the internet.

For anyone who is getting a tad tired of bands taking themselves too seriously, YACHT is probably for you. For anyone who enjoys the idea of blurring the lines between audience and performer, YACHT is probably for you. If you are into the idea of digitizing your life and aesthetically presenting it online, then you've found your guy.

Oh, and this pretty blue and white background that you see here on my website was most likely designed my Jona. I, um, borrowed it off of a site he designed last year. Hope this won't be a problem; Props where props are due.

And, digital cameras are only invading our personal privacy! Let's put a stop to this insanity! Let Jona help:

FlickrBlockers

And here's a peek into his musics:
Yacht - See A Penny (Pick it Up) - mp3
(diret mp3 link to YACHT's site)

Mirah - Make It Hot (YACHT's Over Remix) - mp3
(direct mp3 link to States Rights Records)
I don't know Jona and have never met him. He's from Portland. I'm just a fan and wanted to spread his good vibes a little further. His new album I Believe in You. Your Magic is Real is better than most things. It can be purchased here. An online search of Jona will produce tons of results in which you can dig far deeper.