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Above: The Still City
The first superlative that must be offered is, professional. The Rouge, above all sounded polished and unwavering as a band on the rise should. However, there comes a time to which the singer of a band has to choose to respect the audience or simply look upon them with the same solipsism as he does his bathroom mirror. The Rouge front man chose the latter. Allegedly approached by Atlantic, they have a clear package of commercial image, sound, and bravado, but perhaps the best way to characterize the band is what the lead singer offered in way of their aspirations. They submitted an offering to one of the Twilight movie soundtracks (which one is irrelevant) and from what I gather was declined. They are shooting for a place on the list of high-fad, the modern day hair band, and that should say it all.
The Still City have delivered a handful of shows since their album We Will Explain Everything, was released on December 1, 2009. From that debut their live show has added a tone of unity and balance providing another level of communication through their music. I’ve heard them characterized as close to Death Cab for Cutie although their verve suggests more of Say Anything or Barcelona but more direct. Well, that does it for third-tier comparisons. For a more mainstream analog, the Still City is the equivalent of the Shins, heartbroken and loud. Look forward to experiencing the harmonic catharsis again.
The Rouge and the Still City are playing the Marquis Theater with the Photo Atlas Thursday, March 11, 2010.
Nana Grizol — members of the (to put it mildly) legendaryNeutral 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.”
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).
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The Black Dahlia Murder, Hatesphere, Obscura, Augury http://www.last.fm/event/1336867+The+Black+Dahlia+Murder+at+Marquis+Theater+on+12+March+2010 Marquis Theater, United States
w/ The Lonely H Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/25094 Appearing at: Hi-Dive 7 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 $10.00 / $12.00 day of show Hi-Dive website: http://www.hi-dive.com map to Hi-Dive: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=7+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80209&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/25094
w/ Waitin' On Ray, Divine & The Smooth Criminals Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27811 Appearing at: Herman's Hideaway 1578 S Broadway Denver, CO 80210 $4.00 / $8.00 day of show Herman's Hideaway website: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/ map to Herman's Hideaway: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1578+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80210&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27811
w/ Type, MC Pigpen, Es Nine Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/25195 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $15.00 The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/25195
[Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5555452/ ] This event presents a blend of pop, indie, soul and rock with DJs Michael Trundle and Tyler Jacobson. //upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/366325/":Rumba (la) @ 99 W. Nineth Ave., Denver, CO 80204
w/ mono verde Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27812 Appearing at: Herman's Hideaway 1578 S Broadway Denver, CO 80210 $4.00 / $8.00 day of show Herman's Hideaway website: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/ map to Herman's Hideaway: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1578+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80210&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27812
w/ Dan Craig, Jessica Sonner, The West Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27612 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $9.00 / $12.00 day of show The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27612
w/ The Anix, Dismantled Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/28081 Appearing at: Hi-Dive 7 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 $12.00 / $15.00 day of show Hi-Dive website: http://www.hi-dive.com map to Hi-Dive: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=7+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80209&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://apbdenver.eventbrite.com
Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27821 Appearing at: Herman's Hideaway 1578 S Broadway Denver, CO 80210 $5.00 / $8.00 day of show Herman's Hideaway website: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/ map to Herman's Hideaway: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1578+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80210&hl=en
Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/26648 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 No Cover The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en
w/ Jason Vigil, Rob Drabkin Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27615 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $8.00 The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27615
w/ Gayle Day, Susan Hyatt (of Stimulator), Steve Dunn, Megan Burtt Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27617 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $10.00 The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27617
w/ Josh Queen Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24944 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $22.00 The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24944
w/ Dan Craig Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24945 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 This show is SOLD OUT, no tickets are currently available. The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en
w/ Front Street Blues Band, Chet and The Benders Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27816 Appearing at: Herman's Hideaway 1578 S Broadway Denver, CO 80210 $5.00 Herman's Hideaway website: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/ map to Herman's Hideaway: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1578+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80210&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27816
w/ Whiskey King Coalition, Carolina Story Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27949 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $7.00 / $10.00 day of show The Walnut Room website: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/ map to The Walnut Room: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3131+Walnut+St%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80205&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/27949
w/ Horndribble Puppets, B. Sous Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/26652 Appearing at: Hi-Dive 7 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 $10.00 Hi-Dive website: http://www.hi-dive.com map to Hi-Dive: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=7+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80209&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/26652
[Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5220835/ ] Vampire Weekend is coming to a city near you in 2010. While they haven't even been together for five years, Vampire Weekend is America's most talked about indie rock band. After their debut self-titled album came out in 2008, Vampire Weekend has seen their popularity grow throughout the world. This time around, they will be supporting their newest album Contra, which was just released in January of 2010. See Vampire Weekend before they get too big to play small venues! Don't miss out on your chance to sing and dance along to your favorite band live in concert. Buy your tickets now through AC Ticket Guys and be sure to get great tickets for competitive prices and fast delivery. //upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/620127/":Ogden Theatre @ 935 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, Colorado 80218
w/ Desciples, Oatie Paste, By All Means Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27815 Appearing at: Herman's Hideaway 1578 S Broadway Denver, CO 80210 $4.00 / $8.00 day of show Herman's Hideaway website: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/ map to Herman's Hideaway: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1578+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80210&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/27815
On April 20, NPR.org will stream the highly anticipated 