All,
After a fairly thin last week, music is back and in full force this week... Please see below short listings and watch for more detailed notes broken down daily....
Enjoy!
Tuesday - The Status - Pourhouse
Wednesday - Technoiz feat. The Ex Monkeys - Pourhouse
Thursday - Jackass Flats & The Hotwires - Pourhouse
Thursday - Bumble - Busy Bee
Friday - The Blue Dogs - Berkeley Cafe
Saturday - The Straight 8s & The Tremors - Slims
Saturday - Cougar Magnum - Dive Bar
Saturday - Static Minds & Dynamite Bros - Berkeley Cafe
Sunday - Cross Canadian Ragweed - Lincoln Theatre
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Music Picks for Sunday, Feb 28th
Cool Kid Collective & Paper Pilot - Berkeley Cafe (rock / neu age)
Afton presents these two solid Neu Rock groups - and both are an alternative to the hard-charging rock styles that more main stream rock bands. These guys walk the fine line between Rock and Indie - hence the Neu Rock label.... This should be two solid sets of a unique sound and it is definitely worth checking out....
Check them out at: www.myspace.com/paperpilotband www.myspace.com/coolkidcollective
Benefit Concert Featuring N.E.D. & The Proclivities @ Lincoln Theatre (rock)
N.E.D. (no evidence of disease) are Six Gynecological Oncologists who happen to also moonlight as a very good rock band. This is the 2nd night of a benefit for the NC Chapter Gyn Cancer (1st night was @ the Cradle). Raleigh's own, The Proclivities open the set. This is a good set of music - for a good cause - come on out and support this fundraiser..
www.myspace.com/theproclivities & www.nedtheband.com
Afton presents these two solid Neu Rock groups - and both are an alternative to the hard-charging rock styles that more main stream rock bands. These guys walk the fine line between Rock and Indie - hence the Neu Rock label.... This should be two solid sets of a unique sound and it is definitely worth checking out....
Check them out at: www.myspace.com/paperpilotband www.myspace.com/coolkidcollective
Benefit Concert Featuring N.E.D. & The Proclivities @ Lincoln Theatre (rock)
N.E.D. (no evidence of disease) are Six Gynecological Oncologists who happen to also moonlight as a very good rock band. This is the 2nd night of a benefit for the NC Chapter Gyn Cancer (1st night was @ the Cradle). Raleigh's own, The Proclivities open the set. This is a good set of music - for a good cause - come on out and support this fundraiser..
www.myspace.com/theproclivities & www.nedtheband.com
Review - The Jackets & Small Ponds - Tir Na Nog - Thursday, Feb 25
All,
I was on my way to Bumble - the weekly set of SOLID electronica @ Busy Bee when I ran into some friends at the Remedy and a few Pimms/Tonics later, I was persuaded to go to catch these bands at Tir Na Nog instead. I am glad that I did.... The Jackets are SOLID - great set - short - but very, very good folk rock... Small Ponds were even more impressive - as soon as I saw Caitlin Cary, I knew this would be good. Small Ponds is the latest endeavor for one of the founders of the legendary Whiskeytown band. This was indeed a nice treat and a great set of music....
Check out both bands as they will be back to play our local venues shortly....
I was on my way to Bumble - the weekly set of SOLID electronica @ Busy Bee when I ran into some friends at the Remedy and a few Pimms/Tonics later, I was persuaded to go to catch these bands at Tir Na Nog instead. I am glad that I did.... The Jackets are SOLID - great set - short - but very, very good folk rock... Small Ponds were even more impressive - as soon as I saw Caitlin Cary, I knew this would be good. Small Ponds is the latest endeavor for one of the founders of the legendary Whiskeytown band. This was indeed a nice treat and a great set of music....
Check out both bands as they will be back to play our local venues shortly....
Music Picks for Saturday, Feb 27th
Hurray for the Riff Raff - Marsh Woodwins - (blues, indie/gypsy/folk rock)
This promises to be a great show and is brought to us by Taint Radio www.taintradio.org Hurray for the Riff Raff is a New Orleans band that is well known on the Fringe scene down in the Big Easy - however they also split their time in Austin and have a sizeable following there as well.... Their musical stylings blend elements of folk, gypsy and some blues thrown in for good measure..... I actually caught a set of theirs last year at Ford Fest @ Big Top between the weeks of Jazz Fest. Very impressive - and a great music to allow you to sit, take a load off and enjoy the music. This band reminds me of what Leftover Salmon would sound like if they slowed down a bit... Talented vocals and musicians are what you will have in store and their musical style blends perfectly into the Carolina Folk Music Genre. Check out them at www.myspace.com/hurrayfortheriffraff - be sure to listen to "June Waltz" - it's perfect!
Samuel Doores - of New Orleans will open the evening - check him out at www.myspace.com/samdoores
Marsh Woodwins is located at 707 N. Person St - just North of the Old Krispy Kreme on the coner of Peace & Person. This is a "House Concert" - $10 bucks gets you great music and the chance to support at great little venue.... Show is EARLY - get there at around 8pm or so....
This promises to be a great show and is brought to us by Taint Radio www.taintradio.org Hurray for the Riff Raff is a New Orleans band that is well known on the Fringe scene down in the Big Easy - however they also split their time in Austin and have a sizeable following there as well.... Their musical stylings blend elements of folk, gypsy and some blues thrown in for good measure..... I actually caught a set of theirs last year at Ford Fest @ Big Top between the weeks of Jazz Fest. Very impressive - and a great music to allow you to sit, take a load off and enjoy the music. This band reminds me of what Leftover Salmon would sound like if they slowed down a bit... Talented vocals and musicians are what you will have in store and their musical style blends perfectly into the Carolina Folk Music Genre. Check out them at www.myspace.com/hurrayfortheriffraff - be sure to listen to "June Waltz" - it's perfect!
Samuel Doores - of New Orleans will open the evening - check him out at www.myspace.com/samdoores
Marsh Woodwins is located at 707 N. Person St - just North of the Old Krispy Kreme on the coner of Peace & Person. This is a "House Concert" - $10 bucks gets you great music and the chance to support at great little venue.... Show is EARLY - get there at around 8pm or so....
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Music Picks for Wednesday, Feb 24th
Shannon McArthur & Jessica Long - Busy Bee (Rock, Indie)
Two very talented singer/songwriters will grace the Hive with their presence on Wed from 8-11. Both artists are very talented and this promises to be a solid set of rock and indie rock. Check out both Chapel Hill based Long & Charlotte based McArthur at www.myspace.com
The Hive is a small venue and this musical style will fit like a glove - good crowd and good beer will handle the rest. Come out and support this venue and these artists!
Two very talented singer/songwriters will grace the Hive with their presence on Wed from 8-11. Both artists are very talented and this promises to be a solid set of rock and indie rock. Check out both Chapel Hill based Long & Charlotte based McArthur at www.myspace.com
The Hive is a small venue and this musical style will fit like a glove - good crowd and good beer will handle the rest. Come out and support this venue and these artists!
Music Picks for Monday, Feb 22
Now I usually try to focus on Raleigh shows but this is one not to be missed:
Leslie & the LY's - Local 506 (experimental)
This Ames, Iowa band is one part experimental hip-hop, one part theatrics, one part spoof, and one part over-the-top madness..... Leslie is high-energy crazy hip-hop and "clear the floor dance" theatrics.... Unbelieveable songs, crazy moves and the LY's add to the scene.
Be ready for anything because it can and will happen.
Sadly, I have some grownup things (board meeting) to do so Jeff and Amedeo, you two will have to carry the Torch - remember - no one is allowed home till three.....
Check her out on You Tube - and at www.myspace.com/lesliehall
Christopher the Conquered opens the set.....
It's time for a Crazy Monday - get out there and worry about Tuesday on Tuesday.....
Leslie & the LY's - Local 506 (experimental)
This Ames, Iowa band is one part experimental hip-hop, one part theatrics, one part spoof, and one part over-the-top madness..... Leslie is high-energy crazy hip-hop and "clear the floor dance" theatrics.... Unbelieveable songs, crazy moves and the LY's add to the scene.
Be ready for anything because it can and will happen.
Sadly, I have some grownup things (board meeting) to do so Jeff and Amedeo, you two will have to carry the Torch - remember - no one is allowed home till three.....
Check her out on You Tube - and at www.myspace.com/lesliehall
Christopher the Conquered opens the set.....
It's time for a Crazy Monday - get out there and worry about Tuesday on Tuesday.....
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Music Picks for Sunday, Feb 21
Sunday is usually a Slow day - but not this week - we have two great shows in store:
Della Mae & The Hotwires - Berkely Cafe (Bluegrass)
I am most certainly excited about this excellent, excellent, excellent all-female Bluegrass band from Boston. These ladies have an excellent harmonizing talent, and back it up with stellar Fiddle, Bass & Banjo. This promises to be a GREAT show - it's also an EARLY show (6pm Doors and 7pm show) - you will be home by 10pm or so....
These ladies will most certainly give a Hank Smith and co of The Hotwires as they open the set.
Check out these great bands at www.myspace.com/dellamaeband - esp a true winner - "Song for You" - this will win an award or awards and hit the charts....
www.myspace.com/thehotwiresband will get you access to the great songs of this Raleigh Bluegrass stalwart...
Dark Star Orchestra - Lincoln Theatre (Grateful Dead coverband)
This band claims to re-create the Grateful Death experiance and Sunday will be no different. For you lovers of the Death - this is the show for you......
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Della Mae & The Hotwires - Berkely Cafe (Bluegrass)
I am most certainly excited about this excellent, excellent, excellent all-female Bluegrass band from Boston. These ladies have an excellent harmonizing talent, and back it up with stellar Fiddle, Bass & Banjo. This promises to be a GREAT show - it's also an EARLY show (6pm Doors and 7pm show) - you will be home by 10pm or so....
These ladies will most certainly give a Hank Smith and co of The Hotwires as they open the set.
Check out these great bands at www.myspace.com/dellamaeband - esp a true winner - "Song for You" - this will win an award or awards and hit the charts....
www.myspace.com/thehotwiresband will get you access to the great songs of this Raleigh Bluegrass stalwart...
Dark Star Orchestra - Lincoln Theatre (Grateful Dead coverband)
This band claims to re-create the Grateful Death experiance and Sunday will be no different. For you lovers of the Death - this is the show for you......
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Music Picks for Saturday, Feb 20
Jack the Radio - Slims (Rock)
This local band promises to have a solid set for you local rockers..... Check it out if you are out and about....
The Design - Lincoln Theatre - (Indie Rock)
This Raleigh Band is a solid, solid indie band. They bring an interesting mix that sounds like if you were to blend The Indigo Girls & 4 Non-Blonds. It is certainly most interesting and worthy of a look-see. Check them out on www.myspace.com/thedesignrocks and check out great songs like "Laziest Perfectionist" or "Storm to Weather".... Cool Kid Collective opens the show.
This local band promises to have a solid set for you local rockers..... Check it out if you are out and about....
The Design - Lincoln Theatre - (Indie Rock)
This Raleigh Band is a solid, solid indie band. They bring an interesting mix that sounds like if you were to blend The Indigo Girls & 4 Non-Blonds. It is certainly most interesting and worthy of a look-see. Check them out on www.myspace.com/thedesignrocks and check out great songs like "Laziest Perfectionist" or "Storm to Weather".... Cool Kid Collective opens the show.
Music Picks for Thursday, Feb 18th
Tonight is a rather thin night on the music scene - not to worry - Bumble is going on @ The Busy Bee. This is a Solid, Solid set of Electronica - and not to be missed.....
Music Picks for Friday, Feb 19th
The Annuals - Pour House (Experimental Jazz/Funk/Indie Pop)
The Annuals are a mainstay of the Raleigh fringe music scene. I have allways enjoyed their shows and this promises to be a great show. Their blend of Indie Pop, Electronica & Jazz/Funk is sure to find a niche for all. Gray Young & Bright Young Things open the evening.
Find all three bands on Myspace.
Perpetual Groove - Lincoln Theatre (Jam Band - Indie/Funk)
This Athens, GA based band is a permanent fixture in the SouthEast and has regular gigs at most major cities in the region. Their sound is much like that of another great jam band - Particle - but they bring an added element of vocals and it certainly rounds out the show. Check them out at www.myspace.com/pgroove
Songs like "out here live" or "the noise" are great - but check out my fave "at the screen"
This WILL be a great show....
Hipslack - Napper Tandy's (Rap/Hip Hop covers)
I'm not sure what to expect with this show - a Friend passed me this lead and it certainly looks very interesting. This band plays old-school and new-school rap and hip hop covers and is very talented - my only hope is that they call up Bob G to sit in on one Beasties song.....
Check out their "Jump Around" video on You Tube!
The Annuals are a mainstay of the Raleigh fringe music scene. I have allways enjoyed their shows and this promises to be a great show. Their blend of Indie Pop, Electronica & Jazz/Funk is sure to find a niche for all. Gray Young & Bright Young Things open the evening.
Find all three bands on Myspace.
Perpetual Groove - Lincoln Theatre (Jam Band - Indie/Funk)
This Athens, GA based band is a permanent fixture in the SouthEast and has regular gigs at most major cities in the region. Their sound is much like that of another great jam band - Particle - but they bring an added element of vocals and it certainly rounds out the show. Check them out at www.myspace.com/pgroove
Songs like "out here live" or "the noise" are great - but check out my fave "at the screen"
This WILL be a great show....
Hipslack - Napper Tandy's (Rap/Hip Hop covers)
I'm not sure what to expect with this show - a Friend passed me this lead and it certainly looks very interesting. This band plays old-school and new-school rap and hip hop covers and is very talented - my only hope is that they call up Bob G to sit in on one Beasties song.....
Check out their "Jump Around" video on You Tube!
Music Picks for Wed, Feb 18th
Scythian Tears up the Berkeley Cafe - (Irish Folk/Zydeco/Fusion)
This Band has been tearing up the D.C. scene for some time with their most interesting blend of Irish Folk and Zydeco elements. This is a great Wednesday show for those of you who have a hankering for lots of fiddles and folk music. Their links do not appear to be working but they can be found on You Tube under their band name.
Check it out!
This Band has been tearing up the D.C. scene for some time with their most interesting blend of Irish Folk and Zydeco elements. This is a great Wednesday show for those of you who have a hankering for lots of fiddles and folk music. Their links do not appear to be working but they can be found on You Tube under their band name.
Check it out!
Music Listings for Week of Feb 15th
Hey All! Just got back from New Orleans where we had one hell of a Super Bowl Celebration and Mardi Gras.... I know that i'm trying to play catch-up but there are a few good shows to check out this Wed-Sun......
Geaux Saints! Black & Gold wins the Super Bowl!!!
Geaux Saints! Black & Gold wins the Super Bowl!!!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Music Picks for Saturday, Feb 13th
Hey All!
Some Great Shows Tonite on this Valentines Eve... Check them out!
Zydecopious - Big Easy (Zydeco)
This Raleigh band is your quickest and easiest way to get your Zydeco/Cajun music fix in Raleigh. The Big Easy is the perfect venue for these guys - it's a great bar/resturant cut from the same cloth that you would find in New Orleans Marigny, Mid City, or Garden District - Cozy Bistro, Lounge on the side, Solid Bar and good music.... This is also the ONLY place in the Triangle where you can get Abita Amber on tap - which for me, is a taste of the motherland....
Zydecopious promises to be a great evening/night show and will keep you rocking and dancing till the music stops... Check them out: www.myspace.com/zydecopious
The Moaners - Slims (Indie Rock)
The Moaners are a Chapel Hill Band that have been on the indie scene for some time. They bring an interesting rock/folk/instrumental mix that allways promises to be interesting and a good show. I've caught a few of their shows and it is definitely worth checking out... Still interested? Check them out on myspace: www.myspace.com/themoaners
Demolition String Band and Chip Robinson open the show...
Lonnie Walker - Berkeley Cafe (hi-energy Indie Rock)
I don't think there is another musician out there with more energy than Lonnie Walker. This guy hits another gear that not only intrigues you, but pulls you into the show and the energy rubs off on you. This is allways an up-tempo - hi-energy show and it is not to be missed.
Gross Ghost and Onward Soldiers open the evening....
www.myspace.com/lonniewalkerband
Drive By Truckers - Lincoln Theatre (Southern Rock)
For those of you who missed the concert or did not get your fill on Friday - they are back for a 2nd helping tonight... Yahooo!!!
Some Great Shows Tonite on this Valentines Eve... Check them out!
Zydecopious - Big Easy (Zydeco)
This Raleigh band is your quickest and easiest way to get your Zydeco/Cajun music fix in Raleigh. The Big Easy is the perfect venue for these guys - it's a great bar/resturant cut from the same cloth that you would find in New Orleans Marigny, Mid City, or Garden District - Cozy Bistro, Lounge on the side, Solid Bar and good music.... This is also the ONLY place in the Triangle where you can get Abita Amber on tap - which for me, is a taste of the motherland....
Zydecopious promises to be a great evening/night show and will keep you rocking and dancing till the music stops... Check them out: www.myspace.com/zydecopious
The Moaners - Slims (Indie Rock)
The Moaners are a Chapel Hill Band that have been on the indie scene for some time. They bring an interesting rock/folk/instrumental mix that allways promises to be interesting and a good show. I've caught a few of their shows and it is definitely worth checking out... Still interested? Check them out on myspace: www.myspace.com/themoaners
Demolition String Band and Chip Robinson open the show...
Lonnie Walker - Berkeley Cafe (hi-energy Indie Rock)
I don't think there is another musician out there with more energy than Lonnie Walker. This guy hits another gear that not only intrigues you, but pulls you into the show and the energy rubs off on you. This is allways an up-tempo - hi-energy show and it is not to be missed.
Gross Ghost and Onward Soldiers open the evening....
www.myspace.com/lonniewalkerband
Drive By Truckers - Lincoln Theatre (Southern Rock)
For those of you who missed the concert or did not get your fill on Friday - they are back for a 2nd helping tonight... Yahooo!!!
Music Picks for Friday, Feb 12
The Drive By Truckers open a two night stand at the Lincoln Theatre (Southern Rock)
This Athens, GA band has been tearing it up for quite some time with their brand of Southern Rock. Songs like "The Righteous Path" and "3 Dimes Down" have solidified their status as a major regional touring band. In the midst of a National Tour - they come closer to home for a 2 night set. This promises to be a GREAT show and my pick would be Friday night as there are some great shows coming on Saturday...
Check them out on: www.myspace.com/drivebytruckers
This Athens, GA band has been tearing it up for quite some time with their brand of Southern Rock. Songs like "The Righteous Path" and "3 Dimes Down" have solidified their status as a major regional touring band. In the midst of a National Tour - they come closer to home for a 2 night set. This promises to be a GREAT show and my pick would be Friday night as there are some great shows coming on Saturday...
Check them out on: www.myspace.com/drivebytruckers
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Music Picks for Thursday, Feb 11th
Urban Sophisicates (Soul, Pop, Rock) - The Brewery
This is a Greensboro band that brings an infusion of Hip-Hop, Pop, rock and other music styles that blend into their unique sound. Check them out on myspace at www.myspace.com/urbansophisicates
Cooley High will open the show around 10...
Bumble (Electronica) - The Busy Bee - 10pm
Once again - this is the standing gig on Thurs - and is easily one of the best displays of Electronica in the area. Definitely check this out if you like this style of music.
It will be a solid set and it is well attended - with some dancing if it strikes your fancy....
This is a Greensboro band that brings an infusion of Hip-Hop, Pop, rock and other music styles that blend into their unique sound. Check them out on myspace at www.myspace.com/urbansophisicates
Cooley High will open the show around 10...
Bumble (Electronica) - The Busy Bee - 10pm
Once again - this is the standing gig on Thurs - and is easily one of the best displays of Electronica in the area. Definitely check this out if you like this style of music.
It will be a solid set and it is well attended - with some dancing if it strikes your fancy....
Music Picks for Wednesday, Feb 10th
Holy Ghost Tent Revival - Pourhouse (Indie, Rock, Roots) - Pourhouse
This is an incredibly interesting band out of Greensboro that combines several musical elements. If you like Leftover Salmon or the Zydepunks - these guys are definitely worth checking out. These guys ooze talent and seem to make their way as they go - should be a great show....
The Woes and the The Money Notes open the night - Wed is also Mug night at the Pourhouse - $3 gets you anything on tap - and it is a BIG mug....
This is an incredibly interesting band out of Greensboro that combines several musical elements. If you like Leftover Salmon or the Zydepunks - these guys are definitely worth checking out. These guys ooze talent and seem to make their way as they go - should be a great show....
The Woes and the The Money Notes open the night - Wed is also Mug night at the Pourhouse - $3 gets you anything on tap - and it is a BIG mug....
Music Picks for Tuesday, Feb 9th
The Hotwires - Boylan Brew Pub (Bluegrass) 8pm-10pm
This is the latest rendition of the band that has been Barefoot Manner, No Strings Attached and now The Hotwires. This is an incredibly talented group of bluegrass musicians and it is in a great setting. Andrew Leager's Boylan Brew Pub - is an excellent local establishment serving up some great micro brews - it's also in a great location - offering the best view of the Raleigh Skyline.
Check out The Hotwires on myspace - www.myspace.com/thehotwiresband
Galatic funks up the Lincoln Theatre - New Orleans Style! (Funk/Jam) 8pm
These guys are in the New Orleans musical royalty - the Princes of Funk. Super Star Drummer Stanton Moore and krewe bring some of the best funk music that you will hear. They blend elements of rock, funk, jazz, blues and soul - making their sound truly unique. This is a truly special treat for us - we need to pack this place out and make these boys welcome. Given the Super Bowl Victory of the beloved Saints - get ready for a tribute to the Who Dat nation in exile with a rousing "Saints" song that WILL create belam for the Who Dats and the Neu Dats in the crowd.... This show will open at 8pm with T-Bird and the Breaks so come out early....
Check out Galactic at www.galacticfunk.com
This is the latest rendition of the band that has been Barefoot Manner, No Strings Attached and now The Hotwires. This is an incredibly talented group of bluegrass musicians and it is in a great setting. Andrew Leager's Boylan Brew Pub - is an excellent local establishment serving up some great micro brews - it's also in a great location - offering the best view of the Raleigh Skyline.
Check out The Hotwires on myspace - www.myspace.com/thehotwiresband
Galatic funks up the Lincoln Theatre - New Orleans Style! (Funk/Jam) 8pm
These guys are in the New Orleans musical royalty - the Princes of Funk. Super Star Drummer Stanton Moore and krewe bring some of the best funk music that you will hear. They blend elements of rock, funk, jazz, blues and soul - making their sound truly unique. This is a truly special treat for us - we need to pack this place out and make these boys welcome. Given the Super Bowl Victory of the beloved Saints - get ready for a tribute to the Who Dat nation in exile with a rousing "Saints" song that WILL create belam for the Who Dats and the Neu Dats in the crowd.... This show will open at 8pm with T-Bird and the Breaks so come out early....
Check out Galactic at www.galacticfunk.com
Monday, February 8, 2010
Music Picks for Week of Feb 8th
Hey All!
Mardi Gras week is upon us and there are a lot of great shows this week. Please check out the below shows and the daily write ups.
The Hotwires (Bluegrass) - Boylan Brew Pub - Tues Feb 9th
Galactic (Funk) - Lincoln Theatre - Tues Feb 9th
Holy Ghost Tent Revival (Bluegrass/Americana) - Pourhouse - Wed Feb 10th
Urban Sophisicates (New Rock) -The Brewery - Thurs Feb 11th
Bumble (Electronica) - The Busy Bee - Thurs Feb 11th
Drive By Truckers (jam rock) - Lincoln Theatre Fri and Sat Feb 12-13
Zydecopious (zydeco) - The Big Easy - Sat Feb 13th
Hope to see you out to support the local music scene!
Mardi Gras week is upon us and there are a lot of great shows this week. Please check out the below shows and the daily write ups.
The Hotwires (Bluegrass) - Boylan Brew Pub - Tues Feb 9th
Galactic (Funk) - Lincoln Theatre - Tues Feb 9th
Holy Ghost Tent Revival (Bluegrass/Americana) - Pourhouse - Wed Feb 10th
Urban Sophisicates (New Rock) -The Brewery - Thurs Feb 11th
Bumble (Electronica) - The Busy Bee - Thurs Feb 11th
Drive By Truckers (jam rock) - Lincoln Theatre Fri and Sat Feb 12-13
Zydecopious (zydeco) - The Big Easy - Sat Feb 13th
Hope to see you out to support the local music scene!
Monday, February 1, 2010
Music Picks for Thursday, Feb 4
Steep CanyonRangers w/ Thompson Brothers (of Old Habits) - Lincoln Theatre (Bluegrass)
Steep Canyon Rangers is by far, the BEST Bluegrass Band in the Carolinas and easily one of the best in the country. This band from Brevard/Asheville is constantly tearing up the Bluegrass charts - everytime they release another album or single. They are a talented group of musicians who have been together quite a long time and can harmonize with the best of them - check out their Acapella song/hymn "Can't sit down" or newer "Call the Captain" - these guys are truly treasures and we should be so fortunate to be able to have them call on Raleigh as much as they do.
Check them out on www.myspace.com/thesteepcanyonrangers
The Thompson Brothers open the evening -and are an excellent start to an excellent evening.
Haiti Relief Benefit - Featuring, The Hotwires, Rooster for the Masses, Filthybird, Chatam County Line, Roger Gupton and more - The Pourhouse
This is the big benefit for the terrible tragedy that occured in Haiti last month. All proceeds of this show go directly to the Red Cross for EarthQuake relief efforts. This is a Solid lineup that has a little something for everyone - from Indie, to Rock, to Bluegrass - an excellent lineup for an excellent cause. Please note that this is an Early Show - with a 7pm start but a late end as the last band takes the stage around midnight.....
Check out all the bands on myspace or at the Pourhouse Raleigh website....
Bumble - Busy Bee (Electronica)
For those of you who missed Technoiz - or loved it and want more - Bumble is a very solid set of great Electronic Music - it is one of my favorite sets and I try to make it at least every other week...
Steep Canyon Rangers is by far, the BEST Bluegrass Band in the Carolinas and easily one of the best in the country. This band from Brevard/Asheville is constantly tearing up the Bluegrass charts - everytime they release another album or single. They are a talented group of musicians who have been together quite a long time and can harmonize with the best of them - check out their Acapella song/hymn "Can't sit down" or newer "Call the Captain" - these guys are truly treasures and we should be so fortunate to be able to have them call on Raleigh as much as they do.
Check them out on www.myspace.com/thesteepcanyonrangers
The Thompson Brothers open the evening -and are an excellent start to an excellent evening.
Haiti Relief Benefit - Featuring, The Hotwires, Rooster for the Masses, Filthybird, Chatam County Line, Roger Gupton and more - The Pourhouse
This is the big benefit for the terrible tragedy that occured in Haiti last month. All proceeds of this show go directly to the Red Cross for EarthQuake relief efforts. This is a Solid lineup that has a little something for everyone - from Indie, to Rock, to Bluegrass - an excellent lineup for an excellent cause. Please note that this is an Early Show - with a 7pm start but a late end as the last band takes the stage around midnight.....
Check out all the bands on myspace or at the Pourhouse Raleigh website....
Bumble - Busy Bee (Electronica)
For those of you who missed Technoiz - or loved it and want more - Bumble is a very solid set of great Electronic Music - it is one of my favorite sets and I try to make it at least every other week...
Music Picks for Wednesday, Feb 3
Technoiz Wednesdays - Featuring The Ex Monkeys, Cheezface, Yohimbe & Bloodworth (Electronica)
Technoiz is allways a fun night of electronic music that runs from heavy techno/acid to light house/lounge. All in all - a VERY solid set of Electronica.
Wednesday is also "mug night" - you cant go wrong with that.....
Technoiz is allways a fun night of electronic music that runs from heavy techno/acid to light house/lounge. All in all - a VERY solid set of Electronica.
Wednesday is also "mug night" - you cant go wrong with that.....
Music Picks for Tuesday Feb 2
Scott Miller - Berkeley Cafe (Bluegrass/Folk Rock)
Scott Miller has an uncanny ability to blend bluegrass and rock - with great vocal skills to go along with his masterful guitar style. He reminds me a lot of Grayson Capps. Scott has been on the scene for a little over 10 years - with the V-Roys, solo, and now with the Commonwealth. His ability to blend Bluegrass, Rock & Americana in the form of Appalachian Ballads is nothing short of amazing. This promises to be a great show and it will be an EARLY show - meaning that you will be home by 10-10:30! Check this show - it is not to be missed.
Check out his music on www.myspace.com/thescottmiller
Scott Miller has an uncanny ability to blend bluegrass and rock - with great vocal skills to go along with his masterful guitar style. He reminds me a lot of Grayson Capps. Scott has been on the scene for a little over 10 years - with the V-Roys, solo, and now with the Commonwealth. His ability to blend Bluegrass, Rock & Americana in the form of Appalachian Ballads is nothing short of amazing. This promises to be a great show and it will be an EARLY show - meaning that you will be home by 10-10:30! Check this show - it is not to be missed.
Check out his music on www.myspace.com/thescottmiller
Music Picks for the Week of Feb 1st
Hey All!
We have finally made it out from the Winter Weather of the weekend that prevented a lot of us from checking out some Great Shows..... Not to worry, this week has some great shows for you...
If you only go to check out one show this week - make it a Thursday - because there are two Great Shows:
1. Haiti Benefit Concert at the Pourhouse featuring The Hotwires, Rooster for the Masses, Chatam County Line and more!
2. Steep Canyon Rangers at the Lincoln theatre...
Other shows of note:
WKNC's "Double Barrel" Benefit Feature Max Indian, Roman Candle and many others
This is Friday and Saturday...
We have finally made it out from the Winter Weather of the weekend that prevented a lot of us from checking out some Great Shows..... Not to worry, this week has some great shows for you...
If you only go to check out one show this week - make it a Thursday - because there are two Great Shows:
1. Haiti Benefit Concert at the Pourhouse featuring The Hotwires, Rooster for the Masses, Chatam County Line and more!
2. Steep Canyon Rangers at the Lincoln theatre...
Other shows of note:
WKNC's "Double Barrel" Benefit Feature Max Indian, Roman Candle and many others
This is Friday and Saturday...
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