The term "supergroup" tends to get thrown around a lot, but often the tag just doesn't sit right. Consider Damn Yankees. Or Zwan. Or more recently, Chickenfoot. While these groups technically fit the definition -- a band whose members are already famous from having performed individually or in other groups -- does anyone truly believe that they're super?

Indie supergroup Monsters of Folk has announced plans for a fall tour, kicking off October 13 in Vancouver, BC, before hitting 16 cities across the U.S.

Jim James of My Morning Jacket is no stranger to cover songs, having paid homage to everyone from James Brown to Elton John in his band's oft-epic live sets. Now, with his first proper release as a solo artist, James is focusing his tribute on one singular talent: George Harrison.

After a busy 2008 touring behind My Morning Jacket's hit record Evil Urges, which landed frontman Jim James and Co. on the cover of SPIN, the band are taking a much-needed break. How does Mr. James spend his down time?

They don't have a follow-up to Evil Urges just yet, but My Morning Jacket do have a brand-new song: "El Caporal," their contribution to the forthcoming HIV/AIDS charity compilation Dark Was the Night -

For those who haven't yet had the pleasure of experiencing the auditory wonder of My Morning Jacket live (or for those who have, and suffer withdrawals on a daily basis) their new EP should be of some assistance.