Ho ho ho! Merry Christmas! Once again, I apologise for the lack of updates as I was away for a holiday in Perth, Australia. Also caught Tegan and Sara and Kaki King over at the Metropolis at Fremantle. KK blows my mind, so check out her music if you can!

www.myspace.com/kakiking
www.myspace.com/sleepsalldaylong

Meanwhile in Stripey Land…

The single for “Conquest” is available for order! You can also hear Jack talk more about the song and more over at the NPR interview here. Thanks to Wendy Holman for the link!

I’m also very proud to say that Tracy Ireland and Sarah Walters’ Jack & Meg Nesting Dolls are also on sale! There’s only 1000 made so get yours before they are sold out. Congrats to Tracy and Sarah for making such a cute merch!

Head on to the official webstore to get all your Stripey goodies.

In lieu of the Christmas season, Spinner.com has selected “Candy Cane Children” as one of their 12 Best Christmas Songs! Check it out here.

The White Stripes are also nominated for 4 Grammys in the categories:
Best Alternative Album - Icky Thump
Best Rock Song - “Icky Thump”
Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or A Group
Best Limited Packaging - “Jack & Meg” Icky Thump USB Drives

The 50th Annual Grammy Awards will take place at The Staples Center in Los Angeles on February 10, 2008.

And whoo! Jack’s in the running for NME’s Sexiest Male for the NME Awards soon to be held in February 2008. Cast a vote for your favorite male star over here. I cast a “10″ for Josh Homme personally.

Lastly, have a great Christmas and a jolly New Year. While you are at it and have some time to spare, check out my band Midnight Marvel. Shameless plug I know, but add us if you like what you hear! www.myspace.com/midnightmarvel

Yours sleepily,
L