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).
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.
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.
What is Water Wells For Africa?
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.
If Coachella and Bonnaroo are out of the picture for you this year than why not check out Denver’s own answer to the traditional summer music festival? Two days of awesome music (check out the line-up above) tempt Denverites with even the shallowest of pockets… You can even pay for your tickets in installments!
July 18th and 19th
Two day pass: $162.50
One day pass: $90
Parking lots open at 9 (parking is free)
Shows start at 11 (Set times will be announced a few days before festival)
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Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24469 Appearing at: Sputnik 3 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 No Cover map to Sputnik: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80209&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24469
Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24464 Appearing at: Hi-Dive 7 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 No Cover 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/24464
w/ Dave Preston, Eleanor Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24655 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/24655
Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24843 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
Norma Jean, HORSE the band, The Chariot, Arsonists Get All The Girlshttp://www.last.fm/event/1218356+Norma+Jean+at+Marquis+Theater+on+2+December+2009 Marquis Theater, United States
w/ the Build-Up, Super Seed Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24503 Appearing at: Hi-Dive 7 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 $6.00 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/24503
w/ Just Surrender, Monty Are I, The Story Changes, Nightbeast Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24007 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://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=2788554
w/ Lungs They Burn, Bowline On A Bight, The Colorado Cruisers, Trees & Trashcans Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/24472 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/24472
w/ Filthy Children, The Joint Chiefs Of Staff Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24290 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $7.00 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/24290
w/ Savage Henry, Prominence, Goldie and the Bears Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/24362 Appearing at: Herman's Hideaway 1578 S Broadway Denver, CO 80210 $5.00 / $10.00 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/24362
w/ Dan Craig, The Vergers Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24287 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/24287
w/ 20XIII, Dogs of Prague, 9/10 Of The Law, The Bitter Forgiven Show Info: http://www.hermanshideaway.com/show/detail/24473 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/24473
Big D and the Kids Table, Sonic Boom Sixhttp://www.last.fm/event/1268820+Big+D+and+the+Kids+Table+at+Marquis+Theater+on+5+December+2009 Marquis Theater, United States
w/ Drop 6, Demon Funkies, Bemused, With Arms Raised Show Info: http://www.thewalnutroom.com/show/detail/24735 Appearing at: The Walnut Room 3131 Walnut St Denver, CO 80205 $5.00 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/24735
Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24613 Appearing at: Sputnik 3 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 No Cover map to Sputnik: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3+S+Broadway%2C+Denver%2C+CO+80209&hl=en Buy Tickets: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24613
Show Info: http://www.hi-dive.com/show/detail/24617 Appearing at: Hi-Dive 7 S Broadway Denver, CO 80209 No Cover 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/24617
On April 20, NPR.org will stream the highly anticipated 
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) 
