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Post by thepeppers on Feb 14, 2016 10:55:33 GMT -5
Caught Wilco last night in Roanoke...blown away.
They opened with playing Star Wars in its entirety. It went by so fast! Random Name Generator -> The Joke Explained was my favorite part of that segment.
Tweedy then transitioned into some of the older material. Loved hearing Via Chicago and Jesus, etc. as I wasn't really expecting it due to them not playing either track at VA Beach or DC.
Ending with a cover of Space Oddity was the cherry on top. roro, looks like you were a lot closer to stage than my group (we was in the balcony)...hope you enjoyed yourself!
I've said it so many times, but as jealous as I am I'm equally just sooooooo happy for you. Prince is on the list. And after hearing your review of the show (essentially just a lot of "wows") he's possibly moved to the top. It's gonna happen. Mark my words.
I've said it so many times, but as jealous as I am I'm equally just sooooooo happy for you. Prince is on the list. And after hearing your review of the show (essentially just a lot of "wows") he's possibly moved to the top. It's gonna happen. Mark my words.
Last night was the greatest thing I've ever seen live. Comparisons only go so far, but if you told me I could relive any show I've ever seen, I would choose the one I just saw barely 24 hours ago. It was funny and funky and soulful and sombre. The elegant simplicity of it all. No guitars, no amps, no pedals, no drummer, no synths, no light show, no nothing. Just a piano and a microphone. And he killed it. He had the crowd hanging onto every last little thing he did. Flawless. He was so natural that you forgot that the piano is not his main instrument, and that most of these songs were not written for piano. You'd think the solo show was a decades-old, well-oiled machine, and not on its first tour.
And that voice. My God.
To see it in my favourite venue, from such a good view (so glad I splurged)... I don't think I can ever top that.
Post by Farrisbueller on Feb 28, 2016 20:47:08 GMT -5
Forgot to post last night cause things got late but the Floozies were amazing. Right along with Russ Liquid and Sunsquabi. But man did the Floozies put on an impressive show. Great get for Roo, you won't be able to help yourself from dancing!
Forgot to post last night cause things got late but the Floozies were amazing. Right along with Russ Liquid and Sunsquabi. But man did the Floozies put on an impressive show. Great get for Roo, you won't be able to help yourself from dancing!
dude yes. saw them at their home show in kansas city and it was a fucking blast. they are excellent performers and really bring crazy energy.
sunsquabi was very talented too. it was all around fantastic.
Post by Redman's Meth on Mar 7, 2016 0:49:18 GMT -5
So my Dad randomly bought us Blue Man Group tickets for tonight (I didn't even know we were going until yesterday), and it was actually a very entertaining show. Although, I could of done with less goofy, crowd interaction skits and more crazy drumming on unique instruments. They would put on a crazy show if Roo gave them a late night set. The Roo crowd would get into it a lot more than the old fogeys that were around me at this show, and I couldn't help but think how fun that show would be to see with a headful.
Won tickets to see Fall Out Boy with Awolnation and Pvris last Wed night in Charlottesville. Pvris was good. Like a younger Paramore before they turned Shitty Pop. I know everyone hates Awol but this was the 3rd time seeing them (Roo and Firefly last year). They were good as I like how hard they sound live compared to on cd. Lyrics are unoriginal I know but they were good. FOB was everything my 14 year old self hoped they would be. Definitely a guilty pleasure concert event. Played mostly stuff from the last 2 albums with Dance Dance and Sugar We're going down mixed in. All in all well worth winning tickets! Would totally go again just because it was a nice mid week date night for me and the fiance and only 55 mins drive away compared to our 2.5 hour drives to DC!
P.S. Pete Wentz still looks and acts like a Douche
Saw Houndmouth last night. Band has added a pair of sax players they didn't have with them at Bonnaroo. Band members switched instruments for a couple of songs. Did a great cover of Dreamweaver and even played a new song. Solid show, I'd recommend seeing them if you have the chance.
Carly Rae Jepsen was soooo much fun. She stood behind the mic at center stage for maybe 75% of the show but still had a more commanding presence than other major pop stars I've seen.
Also, whoever was worried about the presence of kids at the show, there were maybe 10 at most in the entire audience? The crowd definitely skewed more towards 20somethings.
Post by 10goldbees on Mar 10, 2016 14:23:00 GMT -5
As expected, Daniel Bachman was amazing last night. It was in a little art gallery in South Downtown Atlanta. I counted it up and the crowd never reached more than 30 people. Every sat on the floor or leaned comfortably against a poll or a wall. It was completely silent the whole show. Maybe I'm just projecting here but everyone was in awe of what he was doing. He had great stage presence too; very friendly and chatty in between super intense songs.
All around one of the cooler concert-going experiences I've had recently.
Saw Between the Buried & Me last night. They fucking ruled, of course. Truly a one in a million drummer.....
August Burns Red opened, and they were typical mallxcore garbage.
Agreed on their drummer. So much awesome there.
I give August Burns Red a little more credit usually. I think I've seen them three or so times as they are a popular opener, it seems. They're nothing great, but they're a better than average mallcore band. Beats the shit out of Evergreen Terrace (who I have seen like five times as an opener).
Post by PrometheYeezus on Mar 11, 2016 9:31:15 GMT -5
You guys are gonna laugh, but Twiddle played an incredible show last night. There capability to carry a jam the way they do is insane. We got the fuck down, Mihali threw down heavy and brought this dude whose name I don't know, albeit he looked like he was from Chon and he got down and dirty too. Also I've never seen people be so hype for the opening band, but Litz deserved every second of the love they got from the crowd. My favorite part was after their set, crowd wanted an encore, which obviously cuts into the time lot twiddle gets to play in, and Mihali comes out the door on the balcony of the 9:30 club like some fucking Roman emperor with his thumb up and everyone collectively loses their shit at the hype. Fuck that was awesome!
So my Dad randomly bought us Blue Man Group tickets for tonight (I didn't even know we were going until yesterday), and it was actually a very entertaining show. Although, I could of done with less goofy, crowd interaction skits and more crazy drumming on unique instruments. They would put on a crazy show if Roo gave them a late night set. The Roo crowd would get into it a lot more than the old fogeys that were around me at this show, and I couldn't help but think how fun that show would be to see with a headful.
I did that in Vegas with a "headful". I was so worried that they were going to try to interact with me that I couldn't really enjoy the show.
Howdy folks. I saw Good English not too long ago. They have a new album coming out...I think today. It is fantastic. Take a listen and let me know what you think. These three sisters are really good and three of the nicest people you will ever meet. Since there are others that can convey this better than I, I'll use their words:
"I’ve been waiting for that one, “melt-your-face” album. A record that rocks hard from start to finish and that is just unrelenting in its intensity with the lyrics to match. In the previous two years, it didn’t take long as Eagulls and the band formerly known as Viet Cong released cataclysmic, debut albums in the first month of 2014 and 2015, respectively.
It took a little longer this year – two-and-a-half months to be exact – but we finally have that record. The band may surprise you, but it really should not because Good English has been a big part of the rock revival in their home state of Ohio. As Chris Wild – another great rocker from the Buckeye State – told me, “They are part of a great scene in Ohio, and they make some noise!”
“Some noise” might be an understatement in describing Good English’s self-titled, debut album. Comprised of sisters Elizabeth, Celia, and Leslie Rasmussen, these ladies just rock, absolutely punish you with blistering guitar hooks, edgy lyrics, and some sweet melodies and harmonies. If you’re thinking this is a description of Sleater-Kinney, you wouldn’t be wrong because Good English could very well be the heirs to the riot grrrl legends. Good English only validates the comparisons, as each of the album’s 11 songs is a mind-blowing experience with each melting your face in different ways.
From the opening moments of “Carolina”, you know you’re in for something special. The track is a burning rocker with some awesome guitar work. But what makes this track so great is the multiple tempo and rhythm changes, from downtrodden, melodic blues-rock to a full-throttle, ’80s-style rock ‘n roll and back again. It’s a brilliant display of utilizing tempo and pace to match the various mood swings in the song, and it gets you excited about what is to come.
“On The Run” follows, another slow-building, ’80s and ’90s rocker. Here, the sisters channel Veruca Salt and Elastica, mixing heavy rock riffs with gorgeous harmonies. Then comes “Wanderer”, one of the highlights of the album full of them. Good English slow things down considerably, and it’s the one track where Elizabeth’s voice carries the song. It’s a moving, haunting tune that just sticks with you well after it’s finished, where you feel like the song’s protagonist. And if you haven’t been blown away by the song, there’s a great burner at the end.
The album then undergoes a transition, where the full-throttle rockers arrive. It begins with “Wicked Eyes”, a pure, old-fashion rock ‘n roll tune. “Girl” amps up the intensity, but the rollicking guitar hooks remain. The track blares of the ravaging rock ‘n roll of Joan Jett, and the bridge in the middle of the track, where the song comes to a near standstill before rising again to its cataclysmic guitar solo, is awesome. “Lion’s Kiss” is continues the arena-rock anthems, but on this one Good English channel a bit of Pat Benetar – from the grittiness of the song’s lyrics to the fire that reigns in song’s core.
On “Cold Wind”, the ladies opt for a slightly different approach – going a little heavier with traces of post-punk rock. The guitar work is tremendous, arguably the best on the entire album. The melodies are also still there, but this track of a burning heart is pure, no-holds-bar rock ‘n roll. It’s another Joan Jett and the Blackhearts-esque tune, and like that great band you’ll be waving your head and strumming that electrifying air guitar.
But out of all the anthems, “The Fire Walk” is the album’s star. With the combustible rock and attitude of Sleater-Kinney combined with a psychedelic twist and one of the best bass lines of the year, the song builds and builds until reaching its blistering end. “The Fire Walk” also is the start of the album’s strongest section. “Atheist” is aggressive and maddenly stupendous. Combined with a great bass line, a rhythmic drum beat, and Elizabeth’s Corin Tucker-esque vocals that speak to autonomy and freedom of mind, and you might have the one song that defines who Good English are.
After all the anthems, we get a reprieve with the throbbing “Battle Scar” – well, for 30 seconds. The track starts off with a lush melody before the bass, drums, and gritty guitar arrive. The song ends up being a fist-pumping, head-pounding tune. It’s an anthem for anyone who has had to overcome an abusive or one-sided relationship, and the burning intensity the Rasmussen sisters play on this track matches the celebration of one’s perseverance.
Out of all the songs on the album, the closer “Line of Fire” could also be considered Good English‘s zenith. This slow burner may not wail like the other songs on the album, but at its core “Line of Fire” matches if not exceeds the emotional potency of the other songs. The musicianship is outstanding; the storytelling of a lost soul is fantastic; and the dramatic build is heart-stopping. The addition of the horns at the end of the track only adds to the song’s drama, resulting in one to simultaneously be rocking one’s head while being blown away. Although the album ends on a slower note, “Line of Fire” still leaves us with the impression of what these three young women are first and foremost – an eff-ing awesome rock band.
With Good English, the Rasmussen sisters have crafted 11 tracks of rock goodness. The album is relentless in its energy and sonic fiery, and the songwriting matches the blistering pace and intensity. And to think the three are still in their early 20s, the future of not just Ohio rock music but all of indie rock is in excellent hands. Like myself, you might now have a new favorite band.
Good English are Elizabeth (guitar/lead vocals), Celia (bass/backing vocals), and Leslie (drums/backing vocals). Good English officially drops on Friday, March 11th. Pre-order it now on their Bandcamp page and iTunes.
The Rasmussens will be at SXSW and their tour poster is included below (it has the SXSW dates). Check. Them. Out!
Crossed off another bucket list show last night with David Gilmour. The new album stuff was actually a lot better live, DG sounded great and played really well, and the set list included lots of Floyd, (off the top of my head: Wish You Were Here, Money, Us and Them, Time, Run Like Hell and Comfortably Numb were all fucking incredible).
Highly recommended for anyone on the fence about picking up tickets for the last few shows of the tour. I might double down since stubhub has some pretty cheap tix.
Ok so a few weeks ago I went to Cage the Elephant, Silversun Pickups, Foals, and Bear Hands. It was my first time for all the acts besides Cage on Which. I missed Bear Hands. Foals was great. Silversun was even better. I was right up front and they put on such a good show. The show was amazing. Now I know I had seen cage but I was pretty far back and the sun was murderous. I had left part way through the set. So being right up front in an inside venue was a totally different experience. They fucking rocked. It was badass. It wouldn't surprise me if Cage were to release another great album to see them headlining small fests or preheadlining at something like Roo. It was great.
Then last week for my birthday a couple friends and I went to see Kamasi Washington. That was so amazing. There was maybe 100 ppl there and it was such a great show. We all kept looking at each other and exclaiming "the musicianship!" I got a picture with my boy Kamasi and he wished me a happy birthday. It was dope as fuck.
Then last week for my birthday a couple friends and I went to see Kamasi Washington. That was so amazing. There was maybe 100 ppl there and it was such a great show. We all kept looking at each other and exclaiming "the musicianship!" I got a picture with my boy Kamasi and he wished me a happy birthday. It was dope as fuck.
a friend of mine went down to wv for this show and still hasn't stopped raving about it. he also met kamasi, and said that the show drove him to actual tears. makes me wish i had known about it earlier so i could have made the trip.
Then last week for my birthday a couple friends and I went to see Kamasi Washington. That was so amazing. There was maybe 100 ppl there and it was such a great show. We all kept looking at each other and exclaiming "the musicianship!" I got a picture with my boy Kamasi and he wished me a happy birthday. It was dope as fuck.
a friend of mine went down to wv for this show and still hasn't stopped raving about it. he also met kamasi, and said that the show drove him to actual tears. makes me wish i had known about it earlier so i could have made the trip.
it was without a doubt the best part of my bday. The venue is doing a good job of booking. Between here and Pitt shows I'm set for awhile.
Just saw Boogarins opening for Andrew Bird. Andrew Bird was amazing as always, however I have to say I didn't like the new version of 'Pulaski at Night'. But more importantly, Boogarins was AMAZING. I did not expect them to be this good to be honest. I'd strongly recommend.
Made the decision to see Neon Indian at The Music Farm here in Columbia this past Saturday night. To be honest, I (like many others, aparently) just haven't really been keeping up with him since the second album of his was rather mediocre. Still, I can put on the first album and really enjoy the vast majority of it ("Mind Drips" is still one of my favorite electro songs of that period of time). Gave the new album a quick single spin a few weeks before the show, and I did really like a few songs on it. Honestly, wasn't expecting a spectacular show, even if the set at Bonnaroo in 2010 was one of my favorites from that weekend.
To my shock, it really was a spectacular performance. The new(er) songs really take on a life of their own with the live band, totally expanding on the rather tiring lo-fi aesthetic of the album. Show opened with "Dear Skorpio Magazine" and Alan Polomo clearly wanted to get the set started on the right foot with a high energy groover of a track, dancing around the stage and singing in his impressive falsetto. This track got everyone moving. Followed up with the reggae inspired "Annie", while not one of my favorite tracks, kept everyone moving and singing to the catchy chorus. Then, he went into what was in my opinion the highlight of the show, the 3 hit knock out of "The Glitzy Hive" into "Terminally Chill" into "Street Level". "Street Level" in particular was an amazing slow, funky grove that kept reminding me of Prince (this was a recurring theme throughout the night, by the way), while totally improving on the rather sparse studio version of the song. The concert kind of hit a slightly lower plateau with the next couple of tracks before going into my aforementioned fave "Mind Drips". Was quite thrilled to hear this one. The following "Slumlord/Slumlord Re-lease" kept things going with the closest thing to a jammed out performance on the show, as this is the highlight of the supporting album. Just dancy good fun all around. The set slowed to the low point of the night, "Baby's Eyes", while not a bad song, it was still a clear step down from the fun that just preceded it. Capping off the main set with the crowd favorite "Deadbeat Summer" was a great blast from the past, as I remember this being one of the more popular tracks in my group of friends during the time of the first album. Alan was clearly happy with the crowd interaction and said something along the lines of "if you don't chant for an encore, we'll definitely do one." So the band walked off the stage to a rousing ovation, only to return a few minutes later for "Polish Girl", which is not one of my favorite tracks of his but was clearly the most desired song of the night for the college crowd, at least. Great response he got for that one. Then, the show was finally closed with "News From The Sun", a very fitting closing track.
Great show, and I'd definitely be interested in seeing him again if he so chose to do more with the Neon Indian moniker. I'm going with a B+ for this one... cheap ticket, great and fun set, and a really receptive and respectful crowd... one of the better ones I've been in for a club sized show here in town.
Pros and cons of tonight's Courtney Barnett/Bully show:
Pros:
Bully
Courtney Barnett
Cons:
Not being able to find Decaanter and his two significantly taller friends inside the venue and thus being robbed of an ideal hand holding opportunity during "Depreston"
Pros and cons of tonight's Courtney Barnett/Bully show:
Pros:
Bully
Courtney Barnett
Cons:
Not being able to find Decaanter and his two significantly taller friends inside the venue and thus being robbed of an ideal hand holding opportunity during "Depreston"
Duuude I tried. I made it about fifteen feet further in than I usually do. I just had to wait for those guys to use the restroom, then I finagled my way in since I'm relatively little. I made it to your original spot. Also I'm like 90% I made eye contact with you after you were raising your hand, but at that part of the show, there was no fucking way I was going to make it to where you were. It was PACKED in there. We danced ourselves plenty of room though.