Raleigh Wide Open - All Day Event Downtown
The best I can do here is suggest the best bands playing and their times - they are as below:
Crucial Fiya - 12:15-1:45 (Reggae)
North Elementary - 3-3:45 (Indie)
Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos - 4-5 (Zydeco)
Wax Planet 4:15-5 (Indie)
Ariel Down 6:45-7:30 (Rock)
Old Habits 7:30-8:45 (Folk/Bluegrass)
The Design 8-9 (Rock)
This is a FULL day of music!
Zydecopious - Big Easy (Zydeco)
Raleigh's own Cajun connection tears up the Big Easy on Saturday night. Kenny, Rusty and crewe will have your dancing and partying until the wee hours. Consider this the Raleigh Wide Open Afterparty!
The show will start around 10:30 or so...
www.zydecopious.com
Second String Band - Sadlacks (Roots/Jam Rock)
For those of you not wanting to fight the crowds downtown, Sadlacks has the perfect solution. Nashville based Second String will jam out its brand of Roots Southern Jam rock for you. This will be a great place to kick back, relax and dance or get crazy only if you want to... Good times and it will be a great show...
Showtime will be 7-7:30...
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Music Picks for Friday, July 30
Hot Damn Blues Band - The Big Easy (Blues)
Local band has been tearing up the various venues around the city with their amazing bluesy/rock sounds. Lots of covers - but its a great time to come out and party and dance with this band. They, after all are a party band... Show Starts at 10-10:30
The Old Ceremony w/ Schooner - Pourhouse (Indie)
*American Cancer Society Benefit Concert*
Two Chapel Hill bands come to Raleigh to rock out their distinc Indie sounds... The Old Ceremony is on of the more established bands in the region and have a great following and will undoubtedly pack out the venue. Any extra room left over will most certainly be filled by Schooner - another great Indie band - that has a more mellow sound but it's a good intro to the night and the Headliner... This will most certainly be a great show and it's a great benefit for a great cause.
www.myspace.com/theoldceremony
www.schoonermusic.com/sounds
Fallout Shelter Presents: Big Beats - Flex(formerly the Fallout Shelter) (Techno)
For those of you needing a Techno fix - this is it! Great ready for some major bigbeat sounds from our faves and a pulsing dancefloor that will be going crazy! This is a facebook event - so lok it up under The Fallout Shelter
Local band has been tearing up the various venues around the city with their amazing bluesy/rock sounds. Lots of covers - but its a great time to come out and party and dance with this band. They, after all are a party band... Show Starts at 10-10:30
The Old Ceremony w/ Schooner - Pourhouse (Indie)
*American Cancer Society Benefit Concert*
Two Chapel Hill bands come to Raleigh to rock out their distinc Indie sounds... The Old Ceremony is on of the more established bands in the region and have a great following and will undoubtedly pack out the venue. Any extra room left over will most certainly be filled by Schooner - another great Indie band - that has a more mellow sound but it's a good intro to the night and the Headliner... This will most certainly be a great show and it's a great benefit for a great cause.
www.myspace.com/theoldceremony
www.schoonermusic.com/sounds
Fallout Shelter Presents: Big Beats - Flex(formerly the Fallout Shelter) (Techno)
For those of you needing a Techno fix - this is it! Great ready for some major bigbeat sounds from our faves and a pulsing dancefloor that will be going crazy! This is a facebook event - so lok it up under The Fallout Shelter
Music Picks for Thursday, July 29
Whiskey Kills the Butterflies - Pourhouse (Indie)
Whats most impressive about this Raleigh band is that sometimes when listening to them, it's like closing my eyes and listening to Eddie Vetter - great stuff and its a great sound and i really like how the instrumentation complements the wonderful vocals - a great example of this is "Greetings from Munich" - wonderful and powerful..... Psuedo Blue & the Majestics open the show around 10. Expect Whiskey kills to be on around 11:30 or so....
www.myspace.com/whiskeykills
Ben Palmer Trio - Hibernian Raleigh (jazz)
Ben Palmer trio is a local jazz trio that plays solid jazz at various locations around the triangle. This is the perfect place to go out and get your jazz fix for the evening... Solid sounds, great musicians and should be a great evening of jazz.
Bumble - The Hive @ Busy Bee (electronica)
Not the only spot to get your electronica fix but certainly a solid choice for a Thursday night out - beat the weekend madness dancing and grooving evening. This is a Solid set of music and will be a great time..
Whats most impressive about this Raleigh band is that sometimes when listening to them, it's like closing my eyes and listening to Eddie Vetter - great stuff and its a great sound and i really like how the instrumentation complements the wonderful vocals - a great example of this is "Greetings from Munich" - wonderful and powerful..... Psuedo Blue & the Majestics open the show around 10. Expect Whiskey kills to be on around 11:30 or so....
www.myspace.com/whiskeykills
Ben Palmer Trio - Hibernian Raleigh (jazz)
Ben Palmer trio is a local jazz trio that plays solid jazz at various locations around the triangle. This is the perfect place to go out and get your jazz fix for the evening... Solid sounds, great musicians and should be a great evening of jazz.
Bumble - The Hive @ Busy Bee (electronica)
Not the only spot to get your electronica fix but certainly a solid choice for a Thursday night out - beat the weekend madness dancing and grooving evening. This is a Solid set of music and will be a great time..
Music Picks for Wednesday, July 28
Zach Deputy w/ Big Daddy Love - Pourhouse (reggae/roots/bluegrass)
To say that you can Zach's music fits neatly into a certain genre or types of genres is not doing his music justice. He has the unique ability to blend elements of reggae, funk, roots and rock all together to create a pretty fun sound that will get you grooving and eventually, dancing... His music is fun, and it is very good. I liken his sound to a mashup of The Wailers, Galactic and maybe the Dynamites..... It is a great sound and certainly not something to be missed "Tubesteak Remix" says it all......
Big Daddy Love out of Asheville opens the evening and they represent a sharp contrast to Zach. Their Roots/Bluegrass style of music most certainly has an Asheville slant to it and it works - its great, clear and easy to listen to and dance if it strikes your fancy... These guys are really good and it's certainly worth getting over a little early to catch their entire set.
As an added benefit, Lonerider brewing is doing a beer tasting at 8pm. The opening band will start around 9....
www.myspace.com/zachdeputy
www.myspace.com/bigdaddyloveband - check out "River Runs" - it's powerful!
Streetlight Manifesto - Lincoln Theatre (Punk/Ska)
The evening just got cranked up a few notches with this band. These guys are in the midst of a North American/European tour and certainly seem to be going place. This band represents a type of music that is not as popular as it once was - but it's great stuff and certainly worth a listen. I liken this band to a cross between the Pietasters and Flogging Molly. It will certainly get the crowd jacked up and ready to get rocking and rolling.... I wish I could be two places at one time - but it's simply not possible.... I highly reccomend this show - as it's great stuff - and who knows - maybe I'll try to make both.... The Wonder Years will take the stage around 8-8:30 - so this is a relatively early show...
www.streetlightmanifesto.com
To say that you can Zach's music fits neatly into a certain genre or types of genres is not doing his music justice. He has the unique ability to blend elements of reggae, funk, roots and rock all together to create a pretty fun sound that will get you grooving and eventually, dancing... His music is fun, and it is very good. I liken his sound to a mashup of The Wailers, Galactic and maybe the Dynamites..... It is a great sound and certainly not something to be missed "Tubesteak Remix" says it all......
Big Daddy Love out of Asheville opens the evening and they represent a sharp contrast to Zach. Their Roots/Bluegrass style of music most certainly has an Asheville slant to it and it works - its great, clear and easy to listen to and dance if it strikes your fancy... These guys are really good and it's certainly worth getting over a little early to catch their entire set.
As an added benefit, Lonerider brewing is doing a beer tasting at 8pm. The opening band will start around 9....
www.myspace.com/zachdeputy
www.myspace.com/bigdaddyloveband - check out "River Runs" - it's powerful!
Streetlight Manifesto - Lincoln Theatre (Punk/Ska)
The evening just got cranked up a few notches with this band. These guys are in the midst of a North American/European tour and certainly seem to be going place. This band represents a type of music that is not as popular as it once was - but it's great stuff and certainly worth a listen. I liken this band to a cross between the Pietasters and Flogging Molly. It will certainly get the crowd jacked up and ready to get rocking and rolling.... I wish I could be two places at one time - but it's simply not possible.... I highly reccomend this show - as it's great stuff - and who knows - maybe I'll try to make both.... The Wonder Years will take the stage around 8-8:30 - so this is a relatively early show...
www.streetlightmanifesto.com
Review - Freddy Hall, Jenn Mundia
What a wonderful evening of acoustic music. Freddy Hall was crisp clear and had an excellent sound that made you feel comfortable - but also groove with the music. I really enjoyed it. Jenn Mundia was amazing - she has a GREAT voice and will continue to develop and do great things in due time... You must check her out - it was a great show and I was very impressed! Great crowd for a Monday as well....
Monday, July 26, 2010
Music Picks for Week of July 26
All,
After a Flurry of songs to end the week - there is no let up this week. Please see listings below and check back for daily listings with more info and links to the featured bands.
Monday, July 26:
Govt. Mule - Raleigh Downtown Amphitheatre
Freddy Hall, Yellowbirddd, Jenn Mundia - Deep South (Acoustic/Soul)
Tuesday July 27:
AWOL presents: Cool Kid Collective, The Balance & Mixed Solution - Berkeley Cafe
(Electronica/Hip Hop)
Wednesday July 28:
Zach Deputy w/ Big Daddy Love - Pourhouse (reggae/roots/bluegrass)
Streetlight Manifesto - Lincoln Theatre (Punk/Ska)
Thursday July 29:
Whiskey Kills the Butterflys - Pourhouse (Rock/Alt)
Ben Palmer Trio - Hibernian (Jazz)
Friday July 30:
The Old Ceremony w/ Schooner - Pourhouse (Indie)
Hot Damn Blues Band - Big Easy (Blues)
Saturday July 31:
Raleigh Wide Open - Downtown
Zydecopious - Big Easy (Zydeco)
Deadstring Brothers w/ Whitey Morgan & the 78s and more - Berkeley Cafe (Roots/Honky Tonk)
Second String Band - Sadlacks (Bluegrass)
After a Flurry of songs to end the week - there is no let up this week. Please see listings below and check back for daily listings with more info and links to the featured bands.
Monday, July 26:
Govt. Mule - Raleigh Downtown Amphitheatre
Freddy Hall, Yellowbirddd, Jenn Mundia - Deep South (Acoustic/Soul)
Tuesday July 27:
AWOL presents: Cool Kid Collective, The Balance & Mixed Solution - Berkeley Cafe
(Electronica/Hip Hop)
Wednesday July 28:
Zach Deputy w/ Big Daddy Love - Pourhouse (reggae/roots/bluegrass)
Streetlight Manifesto - Lincoln Theatre (Punk/Ska)
Thursday July 29:
Whiskey Kills the Butterflys - Pourhouse (Rock/Alt)
Ben Palmer Trio - Hibernian (Jazz)
Friday July 30:
The Old Ceremony w/ Schooner - Pourhouse (Indie)
Hot Damn Blues Band - Big Easy (Blues)
Saturday July 31:
Raleigh Wide Open - Downtown
Zydecopious - Big Easy (Zydeco)
Deadstring Brothers w/ Whitey Morgan & the 78s and more - Berkeley Cafe (Roots/Honky Tonk)
Second String Band - Sadlacks (Bluegrass)
Friday, July 23, 2010
Music Picks for Saturday, July 24
Nova Stella - Pourhouse (Funk Rock)
This Greenville, NC band is back to serve another dose of their brand of Funk Rock to Raleigh. Their last show was a great one and I certainly would expect we will get another superb show. They have a great sound that is guitar, drums and horns - all blended with some damn good vocals and a touch of retro that makes it chic.... This is a unique sound and I certainly encourage you check this out if you are in the mood for something new and very, very good...
The last Tallboys and Destroy All Sweaters open the evening around 10 and you can expect Nova Stella to be on around midnite....
www.myspace.com/novastellaband
Ed Stephenson & The Paco Band - Burning Coal Theatre (Flamenco)
A friend notified me that these guys are playing - great stuff and certainly filling a void in this area of Flamenco music.... They have a great sound and Ed Stephenson - a Raleigh transplant from Toronto, is a guitar player with National Acclaim.... If you have a hankering for Flamenco - this IS the place where you will find it this weekend. In addition to their own material, they also do some amazing covers and different takes on our popular hits Check the Burning Coal website to verify start time - currently listed as 8pm - cost is $10 Also check out You Tube for videos of the band - great stuff!
**Hot**The Waybacks - Berkeley Cafe (Roots Rock)
I dont know how Marianne got this booked - but she hit a Grand Slam with this San Francisco band. These guys are one of the hottest Roots Rock bands on the scene right now... With the polish and poise of a big-time band - yet with the enthusiasm and aura of a up and coming band - it's the perfect mix of attidude and edge that will make this concert one to remember. Take a listen to "Railroad Blues" and you will know exactly what I mean... The Vocals, the guitar solo's, fiddle, mandolin - the whole package... Great Stuff, Great band - and this is most certainly a Grand Slam of a show and a MUST SEE. Doors at 8 - show at 9 - Get there early if you want a good spot because this place will be packed!
www.myspace.com/thewaybacks
Red Clay Ramblers - NCMA Pavilion (Folk)
North Carolina's Folk music flagship band comes to the NCMA for an evening show. This band has state-wide and National acclaim for it's brand of NC based folk music. Come on out to the NCMA and enjoy a family-friendly evening of music....
This Greenville, NC band is back to serve another dose of their brand of Funk Rock to Raleigh. Their last show was a great one and I certainly would expect we will get another superb show. They have a great sound that is guitar, drums and horns - all blended with some damn good vocals and a touch of retro that makes it chic.... This is a unique sound and I certainly encourage you check this out if you are in the mood for something new and very, very good...
The last Tallboys and Destroy All Sweaters open the evening around 10 and you can expect Nova Stella to be on around midnite....
www.myspace.com/novastellaband
Ed Stephenson & The Paco Band - Burning Coal Theatre (Flamenco)
A friend notified me that these guys are playing - great stuff and certainly filling a void in this area of Flamenco music.... They have a great sound and Ed Stephenson - a Raleigh transplant from Toronto, is a guitar player with National Acclaim.... If you have a hankering for Flamenco - this IS the place where you will find it this weekend. In addition to their own material, they also do some amazing covers and different takes on our popular hits Check the Burning Coal website to verify start time - currently listed as 8pm - cost is $10 Also check out You Tube for videos of the band - great stuff!
**Hot**The Waybacks - Berkeley Cafe (Roots Rock)
I dont know how Marianne got this booked - but she hit a Grand Slam with this San Francisco band. These guys are one of the hottest Roots Rock bands on the scene right now... With the polish and poise of a big-time band - yet with the enthusiasm and aura of a up and coming band - it's the perfect mix of attidude and edge that will make this concert one to remember. Take a listen to "Railroad Blues" and you will know exactly what I mean... The Vocals, the guitar solo's, fiddle, mandolin - the whole package... Great Stuff, Great band - and this is most certainly a Grand Slam of a show and a MUST SEE. Doors at 8 - show at 9 - Get there early if you want a good spot because this place will be packed!
www.myspace.com/thewaybacks
Red Clay Ramblers - NCMA Pavilion (Folk)
North Carolina's Folk music flagship band comes to the NCMA for an evening show. This band has state-wide and National acclaim for it's brand of NC based folk music. Come on out to the NCMA and enjoy a family-friendly evening of music....
Music Picks for Friday, July 23
***Hot Hot Hot***Milagro Saints - Sadlacks (Folk Rock/Jam)
Local Rocker Roberto Morales brings his group to the Neighborhood Music haunt for an early evening show... With a sound that has elements of Widespread Panic, The Subdudes and Rusted Root these guys bring a great sound that is often tried and rarely done right... These guys do it right! This is going to be a great show - and with luck, weather will cool down when the sun goes down - but the music will heat up for some grooving and dancing.... This show is starting around 7-7:30 till 10-10:30
www.myspace.com/milagrosaints
Swagger - Big Easy (Southern Rock)
This local band brings their brand of Southern Rock to the Big Easy for a night of music and dancing. Expect Guitar drenched lyrics with some good ol' southern rock vocals to create a night of swampy southern rock..... These guys have a great stage presence and there should be a great crowd for this 10-10:30 show....
www.myspace.com//swaggernc
The Royal Nites - Slims (Rock)
Slims kicks off the weekend with a 3 band set to rock out all night. Sugar, Oscar Gambles and The Royal Nites will rock out and definitely will satisfy any Rock cravings you may have. They bring pack a power punch with three guitar driven sound that not only drives the explosive vocals - but also adds and softens the vocal energy when needed. The result is a hi-energy, blended sound that is enjoyable, motivating and depending on the time of night or number of drinks consumed, conducive to slam-dancing... Wear your boots and get ready for a crazy, crazy night....
The Royal Nites are the opening act - expect them to start around 9:30 - then stick around for Sugar and Oscar Gambles.
**Hot Hot Hot**Tres Chicas - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock/Vocal)
The Heavy Hitters of the evening, Raleigh Band - and national/international celebrities, they are here for an evening of simply amazing music that will move and inspire all to sit or stand still and listen.... It's our good fortune that these busy ladies are able to get together for a real treat for us... This show is not to be missed!! The world has it's three tenors, Raleigh has the 3 Queens in Lynn, Caitlin and Tonya... These ladies are Royalty - and have National and International acclaim with Tres Chicas and with their respective own projects and previous groups.....
Their vocals and they way the harmonize and blend is simply amazing - just take a listen to "Slip so Easy" and you will know what I'm talking about.... This is great stuff!
As an added benefit, Chuck Prophet is opening. His Folksy/Bluesy style sure to get the crowd riled up and is not to be missed... Expect a 9pm start with Tres Chicas starting somewhere around 10:30
www.myspace.com/treschicas
www.myspace.com/chuckprophetofficial
Local Rocker Roberto Morales brings his group to the Neighborhood Music haunt for an early evening show... With a sound that has elements of Widespread Panic, The Subdudes and Rusted Root these guys bring a great sound that is often tried and rarely done right... These guys do it right! This is going to be a great show - and with luck, weather will cool down when the sun goes down - but the music will heat up for some grooving and dancing.... This show is starting around 7-7:30 till 10-10:30
www.myspace.com/milagrosaints
Swagger - Big Easy (Southern Rock)
This local band brings their brand of Southern Rock to the Big Easy for a night of music and dancing. Expect Guitar drenched lyrics with some good ol' southern rock vocals to create a night of swampy southern rock..... These guys have a great stage presence and there should be a great crowd for this 10-10:30 show....
www.myspace.com//swaggernc
The Royal Nites - Slims (Rock)
Slims kicks off the weekend with a 3 band set to rock out all night. Sugar, Oscar Gambles and The Royal Nites will rock out and definitely will satisfy any Rock cravings you may have. They bring pack a power punch with three guitar driven sound that not only drives the explosive vocals - but also adds and softens the vocal energy when needed. The result is a hi-energy, blended sound that is enjoyable, motivating and depending on the time of night or number of drinks consumed, conducive to slam-dancing... Wear your boots and get ready for a crazy, crazy night....
The Royal Nites are the opening act - expect them to start around 9:30 - then stick around for Sugar and Oscar Gambles.
**Hot Hot Hot**Tres Chicas - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock/Vocal)
The Heavy Hitters of the evening, Raleigh Band - and national/international celebrities, they are here for an evening of simply amazing music that will move and inspire all to sit or stand still and listen.... It's our good fortune that these busy ladies are able to get together for a real treat for us... This show is not to be missed!! The world has it's three tenors, Raleigh has the 3 Queens in Lynn, Caitlin and Tonya... These ladies are Royalty - and have National and International acclaim with Tres Chicas and with their respective own projects and previous groups.....
Their vocals and they way the harmonize and blend is simply amazing - just take a listen to "Slip so Easy" and you will know what I'm talking about.... This is great stuff!
As an added benefit, Chuck Prophet is opening. His Folksy/Bluesy style sure to get the crowd riled up and is not to be missed... Expect a 9pm start with Tres Chicas starting somewhere around 10:30
www.myspace.com/treschicas
www.myspace.com/chuckprophetofficial
Honda Civic Tour Kicks off at Raleigh Downtown Amphitheatre
All,
This Tour kicks off tonight in Downtown Raleigh:
The 2010 Honda Civic Tour Kicks off at the Raleigh Downtown Amphitheater. The tour features Paramore, Tegan and Sarah, New Found Glory, and the rising pop-rock group creating a lot of Buzz: Kadawatha.
This is the first major U.S. tour for the indepedent pop-rock band based out of Sri Lanka. Kadawatha is a really awesome, talented group of guys with musicial sounds that are compared to The Hush Sound & Switchfoot. This is a show that is not to miss!
Show Details:
Honda Civic Tour
Friday, July 23rd
Raleigh Downtown Amphitheater
www.myspace.com/kadawatha
This Tour kicks off tonight in Downtown Raleigh:
The 2010 Honda Civic Tour Kicks off at the Raleigh Downtown Amphitheater. The tour features Paramore, Tegan and Sarah, New Found Glory, and the rising pop-rock group creating a lot of Buzz: Kadawatha.
This is the first major U.S. tour for the indepedent pop-rock band based out of Sri Lanka. Kadawatha is a really awesome, talented group of guys with musicial sounds that are compared to The Hush Sound & Switchfoot. This is a show that is not to miss!
Show Details:
Honda Civic Tour
Friday, July 23rd
Raleigh Downtown Amphitheater
www.myspace.com/kadawatha
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Music Picks for Thursday, July 22
Holy Ghost Tent Revival - Backyard Bistro (Indie/Ska)
Our friends from Greensboro are back to rock the heck out of the Backyard Bistro - the former Damons location - right across the street from the RBC Centre. Expect another solid night of guitar, drums, vocals and horns - this is not a show to miss.... This going to be a great show that will build into a crescendo of music dancing and craziness. This is truly an up and coming band and it's only a matter of time given the level of talent and dedication in these guys....
www.myspace.com/hgtr - be sure to check out "Gettin over your Love" and "Hammer Fell" - simply amazing.... Expect an 7:30-8pm start...
Who's Bad - Fosters @ Cameron Village (Michael Jackson covers)
Ok - Ok, make fun... But this is one of the outdoor shows that Fosters puts on every so often.... This Harkens back to the Live after Five Days - so come out and enjoy a little bit of music on your way to dinner or another show... Admission is $10 - which is entirely inappropriate but if you have a itch for Michael Jackson - it will likely be worth it... - This show has a start time of 9 - but my guess is 8pm is probably more in line...
Midtown Dickens - Tir Na Nog (Folk/Indie/Bluegrass)
This Durham based band is playing as part of the Local Beer Local Band series - they have an eclectic and interesting sound that ranges from Folksy/Bluegrass to a harder driving indie/garage sound - and peppered with rangey vocals and Horns!.... Catherines vocals are crisp, clear and hit all the high notes in impressive fashion. I am most impress with their range of instrumentation - they each have like 5-6 things that they will play during the course of the show - and it adds to the sound and it's very interesting It's a really great sound and I am looking forward to hearing their set as I am sure it is going to be a good one.
www.myspace.com/midtowndickens - check out "Old Dogs" - its a great song!
Expect the show to start around 10 or so...
Soja - Lincoln Theatre (Reggae)
Old School Reggae band from the DC area..... These guys have been tearing it up for longer than I can remember.... They are Reggae music royalty and are in the midst of an East Coast Tour.... Raleigh is fortunate to have these guys - if you like Reggae at all, this show is a MUST. Come listen to some of the best Reggae out on the scene right now.... Great Songs, great sound and most certainly a great crowd.... Looking forward to seeing these guys tonight!
The Movement & Mambo Sauce are the opening acts - expect them to start around 8pm with Soja taking the stage around 10-10:30.....
www.myspace.com/soja
Lonnie Walker & Free Electric State - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock)
I'm not sure what much else I can say about these local Rockers.... Lonnie Walker is one of the most talented guys that I have met - he's got the whole package and brings a level of energy and excitement to the stage on each show that is unparalleled. His brand of rock is solid Indie - with driving beats that are easy to jam to and that, coupled with his energy and stage presence, gets the crowd jacked up to a whole new level.... Free Electric State is a great indie band that has this retro-psychedelic edge to them.. This makes their sound rather unique for the area and it is catchy and something a little different... It also helps to be good musicians - which these guys are - and their sound is blended and polished - yet edgy at the same time... Should be a great night of music at the Berk!
www.myspace.com/lonniewalker
www.myspace.com/freeelectricstate
Our friends from Greensboro are back to rock the heck out of the Backyard Bistro - the former Damons location - right across the street from the RBC Centre. Expect another solid night of guitar, drums, vocals and horns - this is not a show to miss.... This going to be a great show that will build into a crescendo of music dancing and craziness. This is truly an up and coming band and it's only a matter of time given the level of talent and dedication in these guys....
www.myspace.com/hgtr - be sure to check out "Gettin over your Love" and "Hammer Fell" - simply amazing.... Expect an 7:30-8pm start...
Who's Bad - Fosters @ Cameron Village (Michael Jackson covers)
Ok - Ok, make fun... But this is one of the outdoor shows that Fosters puts on every so often.... This Harkens back to the Live after Five Days - so come out and enjoy a little bit of music on your way to dinner or another show... Admission is $10 - which is entirely inappropriate but if you have a itch for Michael Jackson - it will likely be worth it... - This show has a start time of 9 - but my guess is 8pm is probably more in line...
Midtown Dickens - Tir Na Nog (Folk/Indie/Bluegrass)
This Durham based band is playing as part of the Local Beer Local Band series - they have an eclectic and interesting sound that ranges from Folksy/Bluegrass to a harder driving indie/garage sound - and peppered with rangey vocals and Horns!.... Catherines vocals are crisp, clear and hit all the high notes in impressive fashion. I am most impress with their range of instrumentation - they each have like 5-6 things that they will play during the course of the show - and it adds to the sound and it's very interesting It's a really great sound and I am looking forward to hearing their set as I am sure it is going to be a good one.
www.myspace.com/midtowndickens - check out "Old Dogs" - its a great song!
Expect the show to start around 10 or so...
Soja - Lincoln Theatre (Reggae)
Old School Reggae band from the DC area..... These guys have been tearing it up for longer than I can remember.... They are Reggae music royalty and are in the midst of an East Coast Tour.... Raleigh is fortunate to have these guys - if you like Reggae at all, this show is a MUST. Come listen to some of the best Reggae out on the scene right now.... Great Songs, great sound and most certainly a great crowd.... Looking forward to seeing these guys tonight!
The Movement & Mambo Sauce are the opening acts - expect them to start around 8pm with Soja taking the stage around 10-10:30.....
www.myspace.com/soja
Lonnie Walker & Free Electric State - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock)
I'm not sure what much else I can say about these local Rockers.... Lonnie Walker is one of the most talented guys that I have met - he's got the whole package and brings a level of energy and excitement to the stage on each show that is unparalleled. His brand of rock is solid Indie - with driving beats that are easy to jam to and that, coupled with his energy and stage presence, gets the crowd jacked up to a whole new level.... Free Electric State is a great indie band that has this retro-psychedelic edge to them.. This makes their sound rather unique for the area and it is catchy and something a little different... It also helps to be good musicians - which these guys are - and their sound is blended and polished - yet edgy at the same time... Should be a great night of music at the Berk!
www.myspace.com/lonniewalker
www.myspace.com/freeelectricstate
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Music Picks for Wednesday, July 21
Murphys Kids - Pourhouse (Ska/Reggae)
This Richmond based band has a great sound with the combination of Reggae & Ska. They remind me very much of The Pietasters with their sound and style. Their Hi-energy enthusiasm is contagious to the crowd and if prodded, they will take you on a trip of music utopia... They have an amazing knack of blending the instrumentation and the vocals to create just the right sound at just the right tempo for thier songs... "I still miss you" & "Anticorporate Beach Party" are two excellent examples of this and I'm sure there will be many, many more tonight. Come on out, check it out as this is just a taster for tomorrow's show at Lincoln theatre.....
Parachute Musical and Sequioa Prep get the evening kicked off around 10... Expect the headliner to take the stage around 11:30-midnite....
www..myspace.com/mkrva
Peter Lamb & The Wolves - Humble Pie (Jazz)
Raleigh faves are back again for their bi-monthly show. If you ever needed of wanted to hear great jazz - Raleigh Style, this is your chance and these guys are not to be missed. Come out tonight and catch them because ths is their last gig at Humble Pie while they work on getting their new album recorded.... Show starts around 10 - come early for dinner and a drink.....
www.myspace.com/peterlambandthewolves
This Richmond based band has a great sound with the combination of Reggae & Ska. They remind me very much of The Pietasters with their sound and style. Their Hi-energy enthusiasm is contagious to the crowd and if prodded, they will take you on a trip of music utopia... They have an amazing knack of blending the instrumentation and the vocals to create just the right sound at just the right tempo for thier songs... "I still miss you" & "Anticorporate Beach Party" are two excellent examples of this and I'm sure there will be many, many more tonight. Come on out, check it out as this is just a taster for tomorrow's show at Lincoln theatre.....
Parachute Musical and Sequioa Prep get the evening kicked off around 10... Expect the headliner to take the stage around 11:30-midnite....
www..myspace.com/mkrva
Peter Lamb & The Wolves - Humble Pie (Jazz)
Raleigh faves are back again for their bi-monthly show. If you ever needed of wanted to hear great jazz - Raleigh Style, this is your chance and these guys are not to be missed. Come out tonight and catch them because ths is their last gig at Humble Pie while they work on getting their new album recorded.... Show starts around 10 - come early for dinner and a drink.....
www.myspace.com/peterlambandthewolves
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Music Picks for Tuesday, July 20
Old Habits & The Preservation - Pourhouse (Folk/Bluegrass - Country/Rock)
Local Favorite Old Habits take the stage at the Pourhouse for a Tuesday show - Anchored by the Thompson Brothers, this band has quickly gained popularity and has quite a local following (as evidenced by their show 2 weeks ago at Seaboard Station). Thy harmonize, blend sound well and are great entertainers with great stage presence.... Check out "Midnight Moonlight" - and you will see what I mean... This is a great band and it is guaranteed to be a great show....
The Preservation hails from Austin and fits the Garage Country/Rock set.... I like to think of it as dancehall band - great stuff and something that we certainly do not get to enjoy very often here in Raleigh... Their musical styles range from country, to roots to garage rock - but somehow, the band is able to show it's range with excellent transition that is seamless - yet distinct. Check out the range in the songs between "Nickeled and Dimed" to "Tears me Up" to "Little Lucy". This is great stuff and it promises to be a great show.
The Pourhouse has this set for an 8pm show - I highly doubt anything starting before 9 - but get there at 8 just to be safe....
www.myspace.com/oldhabitsmusic
www.myspace.com/thepreservation
Local Favorite Old Habits take the stage at the Pourhouse for a Tuesday show - Anchored by the Thompson Brothers, this band has quickly gained popularity and has quite a local following (as evidenced by their show 2 weeks ago at Seaboard Station). Thy harmonize, blend sound well and are great entertainers with great stage presence.... Check out "Midnight Moonlight" - and you will see what I mean... This is a great band and it is guaranteed to be a great show....
The Preservation hails from Austin and fits the Garage Country/Rock set.... I like to think of it as dancehall band - great stuff and something that we certainly do not get to enjoy very often here in Raleigh... Their musical styles range from country, to roots to garage rock - but somehow, the band is able to show it's range with excellent transition that is seamless - yet distinct. Check out the range in the songs between "Nickeled and Dimed" to "Tears me Up" to "Little Lucy". This is great stuff and it promises to be a great show.
The Pourhouse has this set for an 8pm show - I highly doubt anything starting before 9 - but get there at 8 just to be safe....
www.myspace.com/oldhabitsmusic
www.myspace.com/thepreservation
Monday, July 19, 2010
Music Picks for Week of July 19th
All,
We have a great lineup of music this week. Please try to come out and support a show or three...
Check out the lineup below and check back daily for individual day listings as well as band info and links to music...
Monday, July 19:
Left Outlet - Slims (Rock)
Tuesday, July 20:
Old Habits & The Preservation - Pourhouse (Folk Rock/Country)
Casey Donahew Band - Berkeley Cafe (country/Southern Rock)
Wednesday, July 21:
Murphy's Kids - Pourhouse (Ska/Reggae)
Peter Lamb & The Wolves - Humble Pie (Jazz)
Thursday, July 22:
Midtown Dickens - Tir Na Nog (Bluegrass/Folk)
Soja - Lincoln Theatre (Reggae)
Lonnie Walker & Free Electric State - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock)
Friday, July 23:
Swagger - Big Easy (Southern Rock)
The Royal Nites - Slims (Rock)
Tres Chicas - Berkeley Cafe (Americana/Folk)
Milagro Saints - Sadlacks (Americana/Rock)
Saturday, July 24:
Destroy All Sweaters & Nova Stella - Pourhouse (Covers/Jazzy Funk)
The Waybacks - Berkeley Cafe (Folk/Roots Rock)
Red Clay Ramblers - North Carolina Museum of Art (Folk/Country)
The Static Minds - Sadlacks (Rock)
Sunday, July 25:
Spence Fest Feat: The T's, The Loaners, Static Minds & more - Slims (Rock)
We have a great lineup of music this week. Please try to come out and support a show or three...
Check out the lineup below and check back daily for individual day listings as well as band info and links to music...
Monday, July 19:
Left Outlet - Slims (Rock)
Tuesday, July 20:
Old Habits & The Preservation - Pourhouse (Folk Rock/Country)
Casey Donahew Band - Berkeley Cafe (country/Southern Rock)
Wednesday, July 21:
Murphy's Kids - Pourhouse (Ska/Reggae)
Peter Lamb & The Wolves - Humble Pie (Jazz)
Thursday, July 22:
Midtown Dickens - Tir Na Nog (Bluegrass/Folk)
Soja - Lincoln Theatre (Reggae)
Lonnie Walker & Free Electric State - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock)
Friday, July 23:
Swagger - Big Easy (Southern Rock)
The Royal Nites - Slims (Rock)
Tres Chicas - Berkeley Cafe (Americana/Folk)
Milagro Saints - Sadlacks (Americana/Rock)
Saturday, July 24:
Destroy All Sweaters & Nova Stella - Pourhouse (Covers/Jazzy Funk)
The Waybacks - Berkeley Cafe (Folk/Roots Rock)
Red Clay Ramblers - North Carolina Museum of Art (Folk/Country)
The Static Minds - Sadlacks (Rock)
Sunday, July 25:
Spence Fest Feat: The T's, The Loaners, Static Minds & more - Slims (Rock)
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Music Picks for Sunday, July 18
JJ Grey & Mofro w/ Amelia's Mechanics - Pourhouse (Funk/Indie)
JJ Grey & Mofro is one of the better funk/southern rock groups out there.... Based in Jacksonville, FL - these guys are in the midst of a national tour and Raleigh is fortunate to have them for a Sunday show.... Blending styles of Blues,Funk and Southern Rock, they seem to create a sound that takes the best of all for a sound that gets you going. Sounds like "Orange Blossoms" are widely played on mainstream radio and these guys are even better live... These guys remind me a lot of the Early Galactic or Radiators. It is really, really, great stuff - and you just gotta love the horns for the Funk sound....
As an added treat, Greensboro based Amelia's Mechanics are opening this great show... Their brand of Indie Rock/Folk Fusion is great and I've said this before - their vocal styles are a mix of Indigo Girls & Bjork. There are still tickets avail - doors open at 7 and the show starts at 8.... This will be a great night of music - get ready!
www.myspace.com/mofroband
www.myspace.com/ameliasmechanics
JJ Grey & Mofro is one of the better funk/southern rock groups out there.... Based in Jacksonville, FL - these guys are in the midst of a national tour and Raleigh is fortunate to have them for a Sunday show.... Blending styles of Blues,Funk and Southern Rock, they seem to create a sound that takes the best of all for a sound that gets you going. Sounds like "Orange Blossoms" are widely played on mainstream radio and these guys are even better live... These guys remind me a lot of the Early Galactic or Radiators. It is really, really, great stuff - and you just gotta love the horns for the Funk sound....
As an added treat, Greensboro based Amelia's Mechanics are opening this great show... Their brand of Indie Rock/Folk Fusion is great and I've said this before - their vocal styles are a mix of Indigo Girls & Bjork. There are still tickets avail - doors open at 7 and the show starts at 8.... This will be a great night of music - get ready!
www.myspace.com/mofroband
www.myspace.com/ameliasmechanics
Review - New King Rippers
All,
Saturday night's concert @ Sadlacks was one of the best dixieland jazz concerts that I've seen outside of New Orleans in a VERY long time.... These guys are simply amazing - and it's good to see the band back together again - albeit with a few new members - it fills a gaping hole in the Raleigh music scene.... Dave Wright, simply amazing - great vocals w/French & English and awesome Trombone to boot.... Dave Andrews is the string maestro - and makes it happen, Greg Cabel is belting it out on the Trumpets, I'm not sure what I can say about Bob Nery on the reeds - except AWESOME - raleigh's version of Pete Fountain for sure! Carl Blackwell, well he is the man on the skins - and not too bad on vocals either... Eric Husel is likely one of two Sousaphone players in the area - which gives the band a brassy bass - and simply solidifies their status a Dixieland Jazz royalty in the Triangle....
Great Show - and please check them out on facebook as well as check back here as I'll be posting their next gigs...
Saturday night's concert @ Sadlacks was one of the best dixieland jazz concerts that I've seen outside of New Orleans in a VERY long time.... These guys are simply amazing - and it's good to see the band back together again - albeit with a few new members - it fills a gaping hole in the Raleigh music scene.... Dave Wright, simply amazing - great vocals w/French & English and awesome Trombone to boot.... Dave Andrews is the string maestro - and makes it happen, Greg Cabel is belting it out on the Trumpets, I'm not sure what I can say about Bob Nery on the reeds - except AWESOME - raleigh's version of Pete Fountain for sure! Carl Blackwell, well he is the man on the skins - and not too bad on vocals either... Eric Husel is likely one of two Sousaphone players in the area - which gives the band a brassy bass - and simply solidifies their status a Dixieland Jazz royalty in the Triangle....
Great Show - and please check them out on facebook as well as check back here as I'll be posting their next gigs...
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Music Picks for Saturday, July 17
New King Rippers - Sadlacks (New Orleans Jazz)
This raleigh-based powerhouse sextet is anchored by ex Squirrel Nut Zippers Trombone/Vocals - David Wright as well as a great supporting cast which includes Carl Blackwell of Funkuponya. This is a HOT band!!! It certainly is not one to miss. The action starts early - 7:30 with the show ending around 10pm or so. Get your dancing shoes as this band playes New Orleans inspired Jazz from the likes of, jelly roll morton, louis armstrong and bends the genres of jazz/funk/gospel/calypso/swing to create a great sound that is upbeat, danceable and most certainly enjoyable.... Get there early, have a sandwich, and then have a few drinks and enjoy the evening....
Check these guys out on Facebook - New King Rippers
This raleigh-based powerhouse sextet is anchored by ex Squirrel Nut Zippers Trombone/Vocals - David Wright as well as a great supporting cast which includes Carl Blackwell of Funkuponya. This is a HOT band!!! It certainly is not one to miss. The action starts early - 7:30 with the show ending around 10pm or so. Get your dancing shoes as this band playes New Orleans inspired Jazz from the likes of, jelly roll morton, louis armstrong and bends the genres of jazz/funk/gospel/calypso/swing to create a great sound that is upbeat, danceable and most certainly enjoyable.... Get there early, have a sandwich, and then have a few drinks and enjoy the evening....
Check these guys out on Facebook - New King Rippers
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Music Listings for Friday, July 16
Government Mule - Downtown Raleigh Amphitheatre
Warren Haynes and group is back after a 3 year hiatus but is ready to rock out downtown Raleigh.... Originally from New York - New Orleans is the adopted home of this great band... While they forge their own path - I liken their sound very much to that of The Subdudes. It's going to be a great nite for music and I would not be surprised to see Warren out on the town afterwards. This is going be a great show - be sure to get you tickets in advance...
Government Mule has two "afterpartys" that are worth mentioning:
George McConnell & the Nonchalants w/Kenebec - Pourhouse
and
Waterwood Down w/ 5 Gallon Pale - Berkeley Cafe
both are fairly good rock/jam bands and should keep the crowd rocking for the remainder of the night.... George McConnell and group hails from Oxford, MS and blends in elements of Southern Rock into their sound - as well as some great guitar riffs... They are pure entertainers and local band, Kenebec will be opening for them at the pourhouse around 10:30 - expect George and co to take the stage around midnite......
Waterwood Down is a local Raleigh band that sounds more like if combined Govt Mule and Widespread Panic... Its a great sound and certainly worth a listen to. It's a laid-back jam session that blends elements of Blues, Rock, Funk and Folk.... It's a great sound and I'm looking forward to the show... Another good local band opens for these guys - 5 Gallon Pale... Expect the show to kick off around 10...
www.myspace.com/georgemcconnell
www.myspace.com/waterwooddown
Hot Damn Blues Band - Music on the Porch @ Seaboard Station (Blues/Jam)
Local faves, these guys come to jam out the weekly gathering of a few hundred people. It's a great way to wind down Friday happy hour - or get the family out for an evening of cheap entertainment (it's a free show - but donations are accepted) - and a great venue for families....
The Band Starts Playing at 7 and will likely play until about 9:30.... $3 Beer, $4 Wine and $2 slices of pizza - or you can order food from Peace China Resturant - or, bring your own dinner - picnic style....
Warren Haynes and group is back after a 3 year hiatus but is ready to rock out downtown Raleigh.... Originally from New York - New Orleans is the adopted home of this great band... While they forge their own path - I liken their sound very much to that of The Subdudes. It's going to be a great nite for music and I would not be surprised to see Warren out on the town afterwards. This is going be a great show - be sure to get you tickets in advance...
Government Mule has two "afterpartys" that are worth mentioning:
George McConnell & the Nonchalants w/Kenebec - Pourhouse
and
Waterwood Down w/ 5 Gallon Pale - Berkeley Cafe
both are fairly good rock/jam bands and should keep the crowd rocking for the remainder of the night.... George McConnell and group hails from Oxford, MS and blends in elements of Southern Rock into their sound - as well as some great guitar riffs... They are pure entertainers and local band, Kenebec will be opening for them at the pourhouse around 10:30 - expect George and co to take the stage around midnite......
Waterwood Down is a local Raleigh band that sounds more like if combined Govt Mule and Widespread Panic... Its a great sound and certainly worth a listen to. It's a laid-back jam session that blends elements of Blues, Rock, Funk and Folk.... It's a great sound and I'm looking forward to the show... Another good local band opens for these guys - 5 Gallon Pale... Expect the show to kick off around 10...
www.myspace.com/georgemcconnell
www.myspace.com/waterwooddown
Hot Damn Blues Band - Music on the Porch @ Seaboard Station (Blues/Jam)
Local faves, these guys come to jam out the weekly gathering of a few hundred people. It's a great way to wind down Friday happy hour - or get the family out for an evening of cheap entertainment (it's a free show - but donations are accepted) - and a great venue for families....
The Band Starts Playing at 7 and will likely play until about 9:30.... $3 Beer, $4 Wine and $2 slices of pizza - or you can order food from Peace China Resturant - or, bring your own dinner - picnic style....
Music Picks for Thursday, July 15
Adrian Duke Trio - Hibernian Raleigh (Blues/Funk/Jazz)
This local jazz has been nothing short of surprising in their climb up the music ladder. Adrian Duke has assembled a powerhouse trio that blurs the lines of Funk/Jazz & Blues for a sound that is drenched in the style of an upbeat New Orleans Jazz club..... It is simply amazing and has attracted fans far and wide as evidenced by their performance for Queen Elizabeth during her last state visit...
This is a great opportunity to catch a great gig of music on a Thursday... Get there early - as I expect the Hibernian room will be PACKED.... Be sure to check them out on their website below:
www.myspace.com/adriandukesspace
The Rockridge Brothers - Berkeley Cafe (Euro Style Bluegrass)
This is certainly an interesting band - a Swedish punk rock band - discovered the Bluegrass music of Appalachian region and set about converting themselves into a world class Bluegrass band. The have most certainly succeeded and now play to packed venues throughout Europe - as well as a good solid following here in the US. Their sound is genuine - with hints of Scotch-Irish folk and lilt thrown in for good measure.... It most certainly piques the interest, esp after hearing about the background of these guys - but trust me, they are VERY good and come out ready to dance, clog, hoe down... whatever suits you....
The Lynda Dawson (of local band Kickin Grass)trio will start things off around 8-8:30 or so and expect these guys to take the stage sometime after 10....
www.myspace.com/rockridgebrothers
This local jazz has been nothing short of surprising in their climb up the music ladder. Adrian Duke has assembled a powerhouse trio that blurs the lines of Funk/Jazz & Blues for a sound that is drenched in the style of an upbeat New Orleans Jazz club..... It is simply amazing and has attracted fans far and wide as evidenced by their performance for Queen Elizabeth during her last state visit...
This is a great opportunity to catch a great gig of music on a Thursday... Get there early - as I expect the Hibernian room will be PACKED.... Be sure to check them out on their website below:
www.myspace.com/adriandukesspace
The Rockridge Brothers - Berkeley Cafe (Euro Style Bluegrass)
This is certainly an interesting band - a Swedish punk rock band - discovered the Bluegrass music of Appalachian region and set about converting themselves into a world class Bluegrass band. The have most certainly succeeded and now play to packed venues throughout Europe - as well as a good solid following here in the US. Their sound is genuine - with hints of Scotch-Irish folk and lilt thrown in for good measure.... It most certainly piques the interest, esp after hearing about the background of these guys - but trust me, they are VERY good and come out ready to dance, clog, hoe down... whatever suits you....
The Lynda Dawson (of local band Kickin Grass)trio will start things off around 8-8:30 or so and expect these guys to take the stage sometime after 10....
www.myspace.com/rockridgebrothers
Music Picks for Wednesday, July 14
Scholars Word - Pourhouse (Reggae)
This Florida based band comes to the Pourhouse while in the midst of an East Coast Tour. They play a version of Reggae that some may characterize as Ska. Their musical stylings are very similar to The Pietasters - except with a lot better vocals.... This is an interesting listen and very,very good for those of you who need a Reggae fix... Good stuff, solid and this band has the talent to pull the instrumentation and vocals together which is not allways the case with Reggae...
www.myspace.com/scholarsword - check out "wanna rise" very good
There are no opening bands posted - so expect a 10-10:30 start....
Nuclear Power Pants w/ The Ts - Berkeley Cafe (Americana/Rock/Indie)
This band splits it's time between Baltimore and Providence and is in the middle of a mini east coast swing.... This is an interesting mix of Americana and indie pop with the electro elements as well as the instruments and the retro sounding vocals. All in all a very interesting sound and certainly worth a listening to. I'm intrigued as their one avail song is very well put together - despite the fact that they try to give the appearance of otherwise... It's very very good. I'm certainly looking forward to this show.... As an Added Bonus, Raleigh faves, The Ts will be opening for these guys and will rock out the stage and warm up the crowd palying their brand of local indie rock... All in all two great bands - gonna be a great night!
www.myspace.com/nuclearpowerpants
www.myspace.com/thettttt
Expect a 9-9:30 start for The Ts...
This Florida based band comes to the Pourhouse while in the midst of an East Coast Tour. They play a version of Reggae that some may characterize as Ska. Their musical stylings are very similar to The Pietasters - except with a lot better vocals.... This is an interesting listen and very,very good for those of you who need a Reggae fix... Good stuff, solid and this band has the talent to pull the instrumentation and vocals together which is not allways the case with Reggae...
www.myspace.com/scholarsword - check out "wanna rise" very good
There are no opening bands posted - so expect a 10-10:30 start....
Nuclear Power Pants w/ The Ts - Berkeley Cafe (Americana/Rock/Indie)
This band splits it's time between Baltimore and Providence and is in the middle of a mini east coast swing.... This is an interesting mix of Americana and indie pop with the electro elements as well as the instruments and the retro sounding vocals. All in all a very interesting sound and certainly worth a listening to. I'm intrigued as their one avail song is very well put together - despite the fact that they try to give the appearance of otherwise... It's very very good. I'm certainly looking forward to this show.... As an Added Bonus, Raleigh faves, The Ts will be opening for these guys and will rock out the stage and warm up the crowd palying their brand of local indie rock... All in all two great bands - gonna be a great night!
www.myspace.com/nuclearpowerpants
www.myspace.com/thettttt
Expect a 9-9:30 start for The Ts...
Music Listings for Week of June 12
Hey All,
This week has started very slim but things shift into high gear tonight and through the rest of the week. Check out the listings below and check back for individual day listings and band info.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, July 14:
Scholars Word - Pourhouse (Reggae)
Nuclear Power Pants w/ The Ts - Berkeley Cafe (Americana/Rock)
Thursday, July 15:
Rockridge Brothers w/ Lynda Dawson - Berkeley Cafe (Euro Style Bluegrass)
Adrian Duke Trio - Hibernian Raleigh (Blues/Funk/Jazz)
Friday, July 16:
Government Mule - Raleigh Downtown Amphitheatre
Hot Damn Blues Band - Music on the Porch @ Seaboard - (Blues)
George McConnell & The Nonchalants - Pour House (Rock)
Saturday, July 17:
Garland Mason Band - Lincoln Theatre (Soul/Blues Rock)
**New King Rippers** - Sadlacks (New Orleans Dixieland Jazz)
Sunday, July 18:
JJ Grey & Mofro w/ Amelias Mechanics - Pourhouse (Funk/Indie)
This week has started very slim but things shift into high gear tonight and through the rest of the week. Check out the listings below and check back for individual day listings and band info.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, July 14:
Scholars Word - Pourhouse (Reggae)
Nuclear Power Pants w/ The Ts - Berkeley Cafe (Americana/Rock)
Thursday, July 15:
Rockridge Brothers w/ Lynda Dawson - Berkeley Cafe (Euro Style Bluegrass)
Adrian Duke Trio - Hibernian Raleigh (Blues/Funk/Jazz)
Friday, July 16:
Government Mule - Raleigh Downtown Amphitheatre
Hot Damn Blues Band - Music on the Porch @ Seaboard - (Blues)
George McConnell & The Nonchalants - Pour House (Rock)
Saturday, July 17:
Garland Mason Band - Lincoln Theatre (Soul/Blues Rock)
**New King Rippers** - Sadlacks (New Orleans Dixieland Jazz)
Sunday, July 18:
JJ Grey & Mofro w/ Amelias Mechanics - Pourhouse (Funk/Indie)
Friday, July 9, 2010
Music Picks for Friday, July 9
Old Habits - Music on the Porch @ Seaboard Station - (Folk/Bluegrass/Country)
Raleigh favorites, Old Habits - featuring the Thompson brothers are simply tearing up the local scene. Each show just keeps getting better and better - but their great music is one thing, the great and friendly atmosphere is an added bonus. This is a family friendly event - and it has a 7pm sharp start time. Bring your chairs, blankets, picnic dinner (or order asian takeout from Peace China or $2 Cheese Pizza) and enjoy an evening of great music and great crowds....
www.myspace.com/oldhabitsband
Hank Sinatra - Sadlacks (Rockabilly)
Nashville based HS is ready to rock the sadlacks deck tonite for some solid Honky Tonk. HS loves to play and jam and keep the crowd happy with his brand of Southern Rock/Rockabilly Honky Tonk... Should be some great times, and crazy dancing - (actually I can guarantee crazy dancing).... This is going to be an early show start - 7pm
www.hank-sinatra.com
Mike Mickxer - Big Easy (Blues)
Mike brings his hi-powered trio to the Big Easy for an evening of Folksy/Bluesy music that is most certainly to be enjoyed by all . Expect lots of covers - done in the unique musical styling of the trio.... Good stuff and an entertaining night awaits...
www.mikemickxer.com
I was Totally Destroying It Plays U2 - Tir Na Nog (All Things U2)
If you have a U2 fetish - this is the night to exercise you vise - this Chapel Hill based band needs no introduction - we all know them well - and I am most pleased that their "experiment" has been so successful... This promises to be a great night of all things U2 - and it will be an awesome night of music... Come on out and check it out...
Raleigh favorites, Old Habits - featuring the Thompson brothers are simply tearing up the local scene. Each show just keeps getting better and better - but their great music is one thing, the great and friendly atmosphere is an added bonus. This is a family friendly event - and it has a 7pm sharp start time. Bring your chairs, blankets, picnic dinner (or order asian takeout from Peace China or $2 Cheese Pizza) and enjoy an evening of great music and great crowds....
www.myspace.com/oldhabitsband
Hank Sinatra - Sadlacks (Rockabilly)
Nashville based HS is ready to rock the sadlacks deck tonite for some solid Honky Tonk. HS loves to play and jam and keep the crowd happy with his brand of Southern Rock/Rockabilly Honky Tonk... Should be some great times, and crazy dancing - (actually I can guarantee crazy dancing).... This is going to be an early show start - 7pm
www.hank-sinatra.com
Mike Mickxer - Big Easy (Blues)
Mike brings his hi-powered trio to the Big Easy for an evening of Folksy/Bluesy music that is most certainly to be enjoyed by all . Expect lots of covers - done in the unique musical styling of the trio.... Good stuff and an entertaining night awaits...
www.mikemickxer.com
I was Totally Destroying It Plays U2 - Tir Na Nog (All Things U2)
If you have a U2 fetish - this is the night to exercise you vise - this Chapel Hill based band needs no introduction - we all know them well - and I am most pleased that their "experiment" has been so successful... This promises to be a great night of all things U2 - and it will be an awesome night of music... Come on out and check it out...
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Music Picks for Thursday, July 8
**Hot** StephaniesID - Pourhouse (Indie Alt Rock)
If you only catch one show this week - and Alt/Indie is your thing, you MUST catch this show... Through a twist of fate, the original booking cancelled and Asheville-based Stephanie Morgan and krewe were able to slide into this spot - and things could not have worked out better. This woman has some POWERFUL vocals, excellent songwrting skills to match and a great supporting band that supports and complements the main feature - her wonderful vocals. This is a complex band that blends elements of Indie, pop and experimental music into one, great sound - I liken her voice to that of Nathalie Merchant and/or Bjork - if they were in the same genre.. Their songs "Cold Cold", "Mission from God" "Bullet Train" & "Unmistakenly Love" - are red-hot and most certainly to be crowd favorites this evening.... I cant say enough about this band and her amazing vocals, - a true gem and Raleigh is very fortunate to have this show this evening - come out and support this band as well as solid opening acts: Cosmic Ray Liotta, Boathouse Allstars & Jar-E. Opening acts start around 9ish and expect Steph and Group to take the stage sometime after 11....
Check out them on You Tube - great video of "Cold Cold" posted as well as: www.myspace.com/stephaniesid - check out all of the songs - they are superb!
Perpetual Groove - Lincoln Theatre (Indie/Jam)
Raleigh favorite Perpetual Groove comes back for another show and allows us Perpetual Groove Fans to gorge once again on a most excellent feast of Indie/Jam. This band needs no further introductions - it's in the hipster mainstream - expect a packed house - I'd be there myself - but Stephanie is in town...
If you only catch one show this week - and Alt/Indie is your thing, you MUST catch this show... Through a twist of fate, the original booking cancelled and Asheville-based Stephanie Morgan and krewe were able to slide into this spot - and things could not have worked out better. This woman has some POWERFUL vocals, excellent songwrting skills to match and a great supporting band that supports and complements the main feature - her wonderful vocals. This is a complex band that blends elements of Indie, pop and experimental music into one, great sound - I liken her voice to that of Nathalie Merchant and/or Bjork - if they were in the same genre.. Their songs "Cold Cold", "Mission from God" "Bullet Train" & "Unmistakenly Love" - are red-hot and most certainly to be crowd favorites this evening.... I cant say enough about this band and her amazing vocals, - a true gem and Raleigh is very fortunate to have this show this evening - come out and support this band as well as solid opening acts: Cosmic Ray Liotta, Boathouse Allstars & Jar-E. Opening acts start around 9ish and expect Steph and Group to take the stage sometime after 11....
Check out them on You Tube - great video of "Cold Cold" posted as well as: www.myspace.com/stephaniesid - check out all of the songs - they are superb!
Perpetual Groove - Lincoln Theatre (Indie/Jam)
Raleigh favorite Perpetual Groove comes back for another show and allows us Perpetual Groove Fans to gorge once again on a most excellent feast of Indie/Jam. This band needs no further introductions - it's in the hipster mainstream - expect a packed house - I'd be there myself - but Stephanie is in town...
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Music Picks for Wednesday, July 7
Peter Lamb & The Wolves - Humble Pie (Jazz)
Raleigh's own Jazz All-Star Quintet take the stage for the bi-monthly gig @ Humble Pie. Great Jazz tunes pulling from the influences of the Jazz Greats, New Orleans, Dixieland, as well as Gyspy, European Folk and Russian influences... For those of you not able to make it up to Montreal this week for their annual superstar Jazz Fest, not to worry, this will do just fine... Add to the great music, the venue is simply amazing for the relaxed setting and the superb beverages. Come by and check it out - 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month - a simply wonderful evening of music and drink....
www.myspace.com/peterlambandthewolves - check out my fave - "Caravan" - simply soothing
The Debonzo Brothers - Pourhouse (Indie Rock)
This Raleigh band brings it's brand of indie rock to the Pourhouse for a wonderful evening. They have a smooth, yet retro sound that is reminicent of The Psychedelic Furs - (with their song "Boom Box" and then switches gears with a sound more along the lines of more contemporary Indie with the Song "21" - one thing is a constant, quality sound with the vocals and ocassional driving guitar riffs. It's great, catchy and certainly worth a listen. Elonzo & Jack the Radio open the evening around 10 and expect the headliners to take the stage around 11:30.
www.myspace.com/debonzobrothers
Don Rigsby & Jess Klein - Berkeley Cafe (Bluegrass/Roots)
Nashville based Don Rigsby is one of the best out there that combines elements of Bluegrass/Country and Gospel. His vocals, picking and supporting band are second to none and he has international acclaim is a 2 time grammy nominee and awad winner. He blends gospel songs into the Bluegrass/Country genre with an ease and expertise that is enjoyable for all and is simply masterful in his vein of music.
www.myspace.com/donrigsby
Austin based (by way of Jamaica, Boston and New York) Jess Klein is in a class by her own when it comes to her vocal musical stylings as well as her path to musical excellence. This is a perfect fit to the opening act with her heart wrenching songs of personal experiance and perseverance. She has gained national and international acclaim of the past decade of her musical journey and tonight promises to be a great treat for those of us in attendance..
www.google.com/officialsite/jessklein
Raleigh's own Jazz All-Star Quintet take the stage for the bi-monthly gig @ Humble Pie. Great Jazz tunes pulling from the influences of the Jazz Greats, New Orleans, Dixieland, as well as Gyspy, European Folk and Russian influences... For those of you not able to make it up to Montreal this week for their annual superstar Jazz Fest, not to worry, this will do just fine... Add to the great music, the venue is simply amazing for the relaxed setting and the superb beverages. Come by and check it out - 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month - a simply wonderful evening of music and drink....
www.myspace.com/peterlambandthewolves - check out my fave - "Caravan" - simply soothing
The Debonzo Brothers - Pourhouse (Indie Rock)
This Raleigh band brings it's brand of indie rock to the Pourhouse for a wonderful evening. They have a smooth, yet retro sound that is reminicent of The Psychedelic Furs - (with their song "Boom Box" and then switches gears with a sound more along the lines of more contemporary Indie with the Song "21" - one thing is a constant, quality sound with the vocals and ocassional driving guitar riffs. It's great, catchy and certainly worth a listen. Elonzo & Jack the Radio open the evening around 10 and expect the headliners to take the stage around 11:30.
www.myspace.com/debonzobrothers
Don Rigsby & Jess Klein - Berkeley Cafe (Bluegrass/Roots)
Nashville based Don Rigsby is one of the best out there that combines elements of Bluegrass/Country and Gospel. His vocals, picking and supporting band are second to none and he has international acclaim is a 2 time grammy nominee and awad winner. He blends gospel songs into the Bluegrass/Country genre with an ease and expertise that is enjoyable for all and is simply masterful in his vein of music.
www.myspace.com/donrigsby
Austin based (by way of Jamaica, Boston and New York) Jess Klein is in a class by her own when it comes to her vocal musical stylings as well as her path to musical excellence. This is a perfect fit to the opening act with her heart wrenching songs of personal experiance and perseverance. She has gained national and international acclaim of the past decade of her musical journey and tonight promises to be a great treat for those of us in attendance..
www.google.com/officialsite/jessklein
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Music Picks for Week of July 5th
Hey All!
The Holiday weekend is finally over - time to get back to some music! This week has some great shows on tap - and while they are heavily loaded toward the end of the week, there is a little something for everyone... Check out the weekly listing below and check back for listings for the individual days with more info and band capsules.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, July 7
Peter Lamb & The Wolves - Humble Pie (Jazz/Swing)
Debonzo Brothers - Pourhouse (Indie Rock)
Don Rigsby & Jess Klein - Berkeley Cafe (Roots)
Thursday, July 8
StephaniesID - Pourhouse (Indie/Alt/Rock)
Perpetual Groove - Lincoln Theatre (Indie Jam/Rock)
The Long Drive - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock)
Friday, July 9
I was Totaly Destroying It Plays U2 - Tir na Nog (Covers)
Mike Mickxer - The Big Easy (Blues)
Old Habits - Music on The Porch 2 Seaboard Station (Bluegrass/Country)
Hank Sinatra - Sadlacks (Roots/Rockabilly)
Saturday, July 10
Yarn - Lincoln Theatre (Roots Rock/Alt Country)
The Holiday weekend is finally over - time to get back to some music! This week has some great shows on tap - and while they are heavily loaded toward the end of the week, there is a little something for everyone... Check out the weekly listing below and check back for listings for the individual days with more info and band capsules.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, July 7
Peter Lamb & The Wolves - Humble Pie (Jazz/Swing)
Debonzo Brothers - Pourhouse (Indie Rock)
Don Rigsby & Jess Klein - Berkeley Cafe (Roots)
Thursday, July 8
StephaniesID - Pourhouse (Indie/Alt/Rock)
Perpetual Groove - Lincoln Theatre (Indie Jam/Rock)
The Long Drive - Berkeley Cafe (Indie Rock)
Friday, July 9
I was Totaly Destroying It Plays U2 - Tir na Nog (Covers)
Mike Mickxer - The Big Easy (Blues)
Old Habits - Music on The Porch 2 Seaboard Station (Bluegrass/Country)
Hank Sinatra - Sadlacks (Roots/Rockabilly)
Saturday, July 10
Yarn - Lincoln Theatre (Roots Rock/Alt Country)
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