Another week of music articles to take your mind off how bad The Simpsons Movie is…

UK pop sensations The Cribs have a big ‘ole crush on our town. Portland, do you like them? Check yes or no.
MP3: The Cribs - Men’s Needs

Rufus Wainwright hurt his voice so bad, he couldn’t talk to us for an interview. Not a bad excuse, but I’d rather go with the “I don’t get cell reception” one. Or the “what the hell is a Portland Mercury?” excuse.
MP3: Rufus Wainwright - Old Whore’s Diet (Feat. Antony)

Band Of Horses. Wolf Parade. And now Tiny Vipers. When did Sub Pop become a petting zoo of band names?
MP3: Tiny Vipers - Aron

At the tender age of 23, Annie Clark (aka St. Vincent) has already played alongside the Polyphonic Spree and Sufjan Stevens. Hey Annie, thanks for making my life seem worthless.
MP3: St. Vincent - Marry Me

The Last Town Chorus reworks a Bowie hit on the lap steel guitar, and both the Thin White Duke and Grey’s Anatomy are impressed. Yet sadly, no word on what Doctor McDreamy thinks about the song.
MP3: The Last Town Chorus - Modern Love