Not a lot of folks know this, but the Zune team has been working with MIMs, since before he signed to Capitol Records . He's now the number one artist in the country, and his album (dropping next Tuesday) is expected to hit number one. MIMS is going on a 45-date national tour in a few weeks, and he's partnering w/ Zune. Check the pictures of the bus: On a somewhat related note, I'm also told he calls himself "Microsoft Mims." Which, to me, is awesome, albeit I don't think that'll play well in the...

What a day. The day for me started off with breakfast at Minnie's (I had the Benedict) I handed out Zune devices to all the winners. (both from Crunchgear's contest and from the Secret Machines Myspace contest ) and gave a little demo. Then it was off to the Monorail for a private ride to the Seattle Center, where the Secret Machines played. KEXP's John Richards (John in the Morning) took the stage, and introduced. . . Bill Gates! John sent Bill a playlist, one that he made - and one that you can...

Hello again from NYC. Yesterday was a packed day - all about music. We booked Colin Meloy from The Decemberists to play an accoustic set at Piano's . Piano's also provided a hearty breakfast: delicious. We also had a kiosk set up for attendees to check out Zune: I'm not sure where you'll be able to find these kiosks, but I'll check with the team and post when I know. < Edit 1:02 PM EST > Charlie and the Zunecorps crew (awesome site) spotted a few kiosks at Wal-Mart . After Colin's set, Small...

First off, I know that I've been put on the academic probation list here at Blog State University. I'll know more after I meet with vice-principal Allard. (I owe Dodge credit for this line of joke. He's funnier than me) . Anyways, I wanted to show you folks the CSS tour poster. I even got them to sign it when they were here last week . (notice a familiar logo?)