Ponytail is the new bangs. They are carrying the torch for Deerhoof if Deerhoof existed in an amazon jungle way over yonder in a giant tribe of fifty. The sometimes decipherable vocals from the ever so energetic Molly “Malibu” Siegel sounded like a Pokemon character, but not as annoying, but rather endearing. Their frenetic live…
Category: Concerts
Vivian Girls ::: Hi-Dive ::: 05.04.09
The Brooklyn scuzz trio opened my eyes to a new world of noise. Not the kind that you hear from fire trucks or screaming babies, but the girls performed in a way that made scuzz seem more refined. The three part harmonies didn’t sound muffled. You could distinctly hear the difference between the snare drum,…
My Bloody Valentine ::: Fillmore ::: 04.24.09
Hands down, this show was the loudest I have ever been to in my life. Even louder than the White Stripes show I went to in 2003, this show took the cake. My hairs on the back of my neck were trembling because of how loud the show was. I took some pictures that I…
Brightblack Morning Light ::: Fillmore ::: 04.24.09
Would it be too much to ask for the group to set up their tepee on stage, create a campfire, and have a 30 minute improvisational jam? The funny thing is that the last thing did happen, or at least it felt like it. The ganja smoking (hearsay) and peyote swigging (more rumors) Matador alumn…
::: The Kills w/ The Horrors & Magic Wands ::: Fox Theater ::: 04.23.09
The lovely and talented Bree Davies took in the infamous show where a certain leading lady collapsed on stage. She was kind enough to contribute a concert review… The Kills- No Wow (MSTRKRFT REMIX) [mp3] Magic Wands-Kaleidoscope Hearts [mp3] The Kills may be the last real rock n’ roll band left in existence, with proof…
Thievery Corporation ::: Fillmore Auditorium ::: 04.17.09
Religious experiences can occur outside of churches, mosques, or synagogues, and I think I may have had one on Thursday night. The DJ duo of Rob Garza and Eric Hilton with their supporting cast of Benetton-esque style female vocalists from around the world and eclectic backing band created a dubtastic atmosphere that ohh’d and ahh’d…
Black Kids ::: Oriental Theater ::: 04.15.09
Black Kids played an energetic set last night that put my doubts in their ability to translate their polished album sound to a hip-swaying set before a crowded house. The group poked fun at their own expense when they downplayed their horrific performance at the Larimer Lounge, claiming that it was “reverby”. The Floridians exude…
The Ting Tings ::: Bluebird Theater ::: 04.08.09
I had the pleasure of catching this show and contributing some photos for the Denver Post Reverb section. You can read the concert review and see more of the photos here. The Tings Tings-That’s Not My Name (LA Riots Remix)
Zizek Tour & 20:12 ::: Marquis Theater ::: 04.10.09
(photos by La Prima, word by Star) Axel K Soundsystem-Cumbierton Rutero [mp3] Soda Jerk presented Zizek Club featuring Fauna, Douster, El G of ZZK Records with 20:12 at the Marquis Theater, Friday, April 10, 2009. Opening for Zizek Club was 20:12, the Colorado hip-hop group that have been gaining acceptance for the last four years….
Kings of Leon @ Red Rocks 08.09.09
The Followhill gang will be making their headlining debut at Red Rocks, Aug 9th. That is all. Ticket info and supporting acts to be named later. (via KTCL) Kings of Leon-Wasted Time [mp3] (edit) TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY, APRIL 17th at 10AM!!! TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT WWW.TICKETMASTER.COM, AT ALL TICKETMASTER OUTLETS INCLUDING SELECT MACY’S…