Denver-based writers covering local and national music
Posted by Matt | Filed under Upcoming
Nana Grizol — members of the (to put it mildly) legendary Neutral Milk Hotel and Defiance Ohio — are playing with The Max Levine Ensemble, and Locals Mehko and the Ocean Birds, and Papa Bear (members of the outstanding Paper Bird!).
The Other Side Arts, 1644 Platte St Denver on Jan 22nd. @ 7pm for 5-10 dollars
Tags: Denver, Nana Grizol, Neutral Milk Hotel, Paper Bird, shows, The Other Side Arts
Posted by Matt | Filed under Music
No, that’s not a typo. I just downloaded about 100. You need to install the Amazon mp3 download application (free) for this to work.
examples: Jeremy Enigk’s OK Bear, Mogwai’s Christmas Song, James Pants‘ (from Spokane!) This Christmas Girl
Tags: amazon mp3, free music
Posted by Matt | Filed under Denver Show, Music News, Upcoming
On December 9th, stellastarr* will be swinging through Denver and headlining at Larimer Lounge.
Today the band will be releasing their latest single, ‘Numbers’. This single is a bundle of 2 songs— a remastered version of ‘Numbers’ and a brand new, never released song titled ‘Winter Song’. The bundle will be available from digital retailers for $1.29.
Tags: Larimer Lounge, stellastarr*
Posted by Matt | Filed under Q's for the Masses
I listened to them a couple times and find them to have a scholcky, over-processed, Velveeta-Clearchannel-ready sound. And vapid lyrics.
That said, did they actually play here in Denver when they were starting out, or are the members simply from here? In other words, did they post their own flyers on S Broadway, did they play Hi Dive, did they do any penniless summerlong tours in broken Ford vans, etc.?
I was in Seattle for the majority of the 2000s, so I don’t know. I see Fray guitarist Joe King is getting some press here. I’m interested to know if they “cut their teeth” here.
Tags: Clearchannel, Joe King, the Fray, Velveeta
Posted by Matt | Filed under CD Review, Denver Show, Interview, Upcoming
The Jet Age is going to be playing at the 3 Kings Tavern this Sunday with The New Ben Franklins and The Peculiar Pretzelmen.
I’ve been listening to the stream and they’re good.
with The New Ben Franklins and The Peculiar Pretzelmen
Tags: 3 Kings Tavern, The Jet Age
Posted by Andrew | Filed under Interview, Music News
Just in from Adam Ritchie
Fresh from last night at the CMJ Music Marathon in NYC, I caught the official showcase from the Denver-based band, Jim McTurnan and The Kids That Killed The Man.
Here’s a video I thought you might like to share with Rocky Mountain Music Blog readers wondering how Denver bands are faring this week at CMJ. It’s 23 seconds of performance footage followed by a 1.5-minute interview with the band talking about their time in NYC and sharing a few words for their fans back home in Denver.
Thanks for sending this in, Adam!
Posted by BaDaBingRecords | Filed under Music
Friday, October 16, 2009 @ Hi-Dive in Denver, Colorado!
Damon and Naomi will be playing with A Hawk and A Hacksaw!
21+
Tickets are 10$ at the door and in advance.
To find out more information, check out:
www.hi-dive.com
(720) 570-4500
It is going to be a great show! Tell your friends and plan for an awesome night!
Posted by keli | Filed under Music News
The Rueters report confirms that MGMT will apprear on Hova’s newest studio effort, The Blueprint 3, which is slated for release September 11th 2009.
No word yet if Jigga plans on re-re-re-retiring after this album.
Posted by Matt | Filed under Denver Show, Listen Now!
Black Francis doing “Velouria” from Pixies’ fine Bossanova. Recorded a couple weeks ago. FF to 1:00. ^^^
The original, 1990. ^^^
Live, in studio, 1990. ^^^
Weezer cover, circa 2000. ^^^
They are my fav band ever. Saw them on that Bossanova tour, Dec 10th, 1990 at Gothic Theater. Had my ticket stub until 2003 when my ex-w THREW IT AWAY. Somehow. Cry.
^^^ click ^^^
Tags: Bossanova, Gothic Theater, Pixies, Velouria
Posted by Matt | Filed under Music
Ha Ha Tonka Ticket Giveaway at Denver Connects
Tags: Ha Ha Tonka
Posted by Andrew | Filed under Music News, Upcoming
Rob Calder, a 32 year old bagpiper from Edinburgh, is busking his away across the United States for a charity called Ecas that serves the disabled. He arrived in New York on June 9 to spend six weeks playing his bagpipes from coast to coast, rain or shine, relying on the kindness of locals and people of Scots decent to host him along the way.
I’m trying to find out when/where he’ll be for those of you who enjoy the sonic torture of bagpipes, or for those of you who seek out the different. Here’s his TODAY Show appearance.
Rob will be in Denver today and tomorrow (Wednesday) , and then continue onto Arizona, Nevada and California in late July.
Hi my name is Rob Calder, Over six weeks this summer I will travel across the USA, coast to coast. I am going to do this by busking with my bagpipes in cities along the route.
will rely only on Scottish hospitality and connections to make the journey, and I will busk every day, rain, hail or shine. The challenge will be to see if I can make it coast to coast in six weeks with Scottish roots, a set of pipes and a smile…
Tags: Bagpipe Busker
Posted by Matt | Filed under Music News, Upcoming
Just in from the Spoon manager:
Dear Spoon Listeners,
On Tuesday, Merge in North America and Anti- in Europe will be releasing Spoon’s first newly-recorded music since Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga: a new single called “Got Nuffin,” as well as two b-sides. In case you are wondering, these b-sides are entitled “Tweakers” and “Stroke Their Brains.” The available formats: CD and MP3, with vinyl to be made available shortly. Go to www.spoontheband.com on Tuesday.
I have arranged for this special summer release to tide you over until the next album which – - though I still need to talk to the band about some of the coarse language and investigate the rampant backmasking — I assure you will be a doozy.
Tags: Got Nuffin, Spoon, Stroke Their Brains, Tweakers
Posted by Matt | Filed under Music News
Denver rock guitarist Brian Hendrick (Separate Cars, Hate Fuck Trio) played roadie on the recent Spinal Tap tour and shares his experiences:
im on the tour bus right now just crossed into louisiana from texas and its three in the mornin! this bus has three huge flat screens, private tv’s in every bunk and internet! it’s like the fucking ritz carlton!!!!! This tour is awesome and tense all wrapped into one. It seems like im already in charge of everything on the talent side of things. totally crazy!! anyway tmw is our first day off and will be spent on the beach in gulf port mississippi, we’ll see how nice it is there! Jacksonville florida is our next show and then on to miami beach.
Tags: Hate Fuck Trio, Separate Cars, Spinal Tap
Posted by Matt | Filed under CD Review
Swoon sounds like an over-produced mess. I’m going to take some heat for that but there it is.
The new Silversun Pickups album is far too bland and flat. It’s ground the Smashing Pumpkins trod in their Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness years, but even more uninspired and cardboardy-tasting. Listen to it and tell me the drums aren’t identical to the Pumkins’, and that Brian Aubert — on Swoon anyway — has started to sound a lot like Billy Corgan.
Flame away!
Tags: Billy Corgan, cardboard, Silversun Pickups, Swoon
Posted by Jenna | Filed under Music
Original Signal released Sycamore Meadows, the beautiful new record by Butch Walker, and ever since, Butch has been touring. He is playing at the Bluebird Theatre in Denver, CO on May 24. Butch Walker has seen success both as a front man (Marvelous 3, Butch Walker and The Let’s Go Out Tonites) and producing and writing some of today’s most popular tunes, from Katy Perry to Fall Out Boy, Avril Lavigne and Pink, whom he recently appeared with on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. On his beautifully constructed new album Butch walks a new line as an artist. Inspired by the Malibu wildfires, which affected him personally, Walker has traded in the alternative/glam sound of recent records for a much more classic and introspective rock sound that highlights his poignant lyrics and unforgettable melodies.
Anyone can also now download the first single off of Butch Walker’s new album Sycamore Meadows, entitled “The Weight of Her” for free at Amazon.com as well as pre-order the full album.
Amazon Direct Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GGSCUC/ref=amb_link_7569132_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=right-2&pf_rd_r=0WK3ZEN1DZS5QW4FNQCR&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=442497401&pf_rd_i=678551011
Upcoming Shows
May 20 2009 8:00P
Stubb’s BBQ Austin, TX
May 21 2009 8:00P
Pontiac Garage Dallas, TX
May 24 2009 8:00P
Bluebird Theater Denver, CO
May 27 2009 8:00P
Great American Music Hall San Francisco, CA
May 28 2009 8:00P
The Glass House Pomona, CA
May 29 2009 8:00P
El Rey Los Angeles, CA
Tags: Butch Walker
Posted by Matt | Filed under Upcoming
Kevin Devine and his Goddamn Band will be ushering in the release of their critically acclaimed new LP, BROTHER’S BLOOD (released April 28 on Favorite Gentlemen), with a show Sunday, May 24 at Marquis Theatre. They will be joined by Miniature Tigers and Brian Bonz and the Dot Hongs.
With a musical repertoire that spans the spectrum from hushed finger-picked narratives to bombastic rockers, Devine is one of those rare talents who straddles a multitude of genres and feels equally at home in each. Whether he’s playing solo to hundreds of his devotees in a cramped NYC club, joining friends on stage at Lollapalooza or touring with artists varying from Rachel Yamagata to Brand New, Devine’s songs enrapture a diverse set of ears like few musicians.
Somehow in the midst of the more than 450 shows Devine racked up in the past 2 years he was able to craft his newest record, BROTHER’S BLOOD. His fifth album, a sprawling, confident mission statement about conscience, culture, and personality, is being called his best work to date. CMJ exclaimed: “Devine has taken great strides with his new release, progressing as both a songwriter and front-man now fully equipped to take the indie world by storm.”
In addition to this extensive U.S. tour, Devine has just been announced as part of the Lollapalooza line-up.
Posted by Matt | Filed under Music News
I remember when this was happening in the 80s and early 90s — Mick Jaggar becoming a grandparent etc. HAHAHA I thought, “all you dinosaurs of rock and your fans are over the hill.”
Now it’s happening to me. Ugh.
Ian McCulloch of Echo and the Bunnymen, one of my 80s favs, turns fifty years old today.
Happy birthday, Ian. Don’t trust anyone over 64.
Posted by Matt | Filed under Listen Now!
On April 20, NPR.org will stream the highly anticipated St. Vincent album ‘Actor’ (May 5, 4AD) for 2 full weeks as part of their exclusive “First Listen” series. Hear the entire album.
Starts tonight April 20, 2009 at 11:59 PM ET (9:59 PM).
Posted by Ashlie | Filed under Music
Young Coyotes were just named best new band by Westword magazine, fueling their fledgling notariety here in Denver and beyond– And for once they’re a band that actually deserves the buzz (if you don’t believe me check out their myspace page) www.myspace.com/youngcoyotes
It will make a believer out of you.
But, if you’d rather read than listen here’s an interview. Front man and guitarist Zach Tipton recently took a break from doing “family stuff” in Georgia to answer some questions from me.
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Tags: Young Coyotes
Posted by Matt | Filed under Music
Nathan Willett from Cold War Kids and Ben Gibbard from Death Cab for Cutie are running to raise money for the non-profit organization Water Wells for Africa during the month of April while their bands are on tour together in North America.
The number of miles Nathan and Ben run is being recorded in real time at www.runforwaterwells.com so fans can follow along as they rack up the miles. There is a suggested donation of $1 for every mile that the guys run.
Water Wells For Africa is a grassroots non-profit that was founded and run by Nathan Willett’s family twelve years ago. Through donations, WWFA has put in over 100 water wells in drought regions in Malawi, Southern Africa. Each well costs approximately $6,000 dollars to survey and install. WWFA water wells service and provide fresh drinking water to 150,000-200,000 Malawians per day, who would otherwise have no access to clean water. WWFA works with PlayPumps International (http://www.playpumps.org) for drilling and installing water systems.
The UN has named 2005-2015 the “Decade of Water.” In an effort to join this fight against thirst, WWFA is working toward the goal of installing 1,000 new wells in hopes to bring clean water to 2 million Malawians.
For the two touring musicians, running to raise money for a good cause is a great way to give back while doing something that they enjoy.
Tags: Cold War Kids, Death Cab For Cutie
