Dale Earnhardt Jr Jr-Vocal Chords
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Following the release for their sophomore album, Bloom Cheek, and a national tour with Annuals and The Most Serene Republic, Phoenix, AZ’s What Laura Says are hitting the road again in September with Chicago’s Skybox.
Often compared to Grizzly Bear, Dr. Dog, and Fleet Foxes, What Laura Says‘ layered song writing and instrumentation melds together the sounds of psychedelia, pop, blues, americana, and indie rock. They deliver a fresh experience both vintage and contemporary in tone.
What Laura Says live show is their strength. They bring a dynamic and engaging energy, which allows them to convert fresh ears to loyal fans (including Devendra Banharrt) one city at a time. As Banhart says, “What Laura Says are amazing musicians, have zero boundaries and their music is full of so many surprises, not just from song to song, but within a single song. I love this band”
September, 2010 Show Dates:
Friday, 9/10 @ Subterranean, Chicago
Saturday, 9/11 @ UW, Madison
Sunday, 9/12 @ Firebird, St Louis
Tuesday, 9/14@ Riot Room, Kansas City
Wednesday, 9/15 @ Larimer Lounge, Denver
Thursday, 9/16 @ Kilby, Salt Lake City
Saturday, 9/18 @ High Dive, Seattle
Sunday, 9/19 @ Mississippi Studios, Portland
Tuesday, 9/21 @ The Knockout, San Francisco (SMiLE)
Wednesday 09/22 @ The Echo, Los Angeles
Thursday 09/23 @ Soda Bar, San Diego
Saturday 09/25 @ Yucca, Tempe
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During last year’s North Park Music Thing conference in San Diego we had the pleasure of discovering now INDIGENOUS artist, Tape Deck Mountain. Fresh off the 2010 event, Cuckoo Chaos are this year’s take away. Led by front man Scott Wheeler, this five piece is what some might call a San Diego “Super Group” – comprised of players from other bands including past Rumble artist, Beaters and Single Screen Records owners, Jackson Milgaten and Craig Barclift. The immense musical talent in this line up is apparent in Cuckoo Chaos’ live show. These players are tight, energetic, and showed personality that is rare in a climate of “cool kids” stoic expression in indie music theses days. We hear they may be changing their name, so be on the look out for a new moniker.
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After taking some time off to record, the post-punk dance trio, Moving Units, announce two Southern California dates. Formed in Silver Lake in 2001, Moving Units are hailed as LA’s answer to New York’s flood of post-punk bands including The Rapture, Yeah Yeah Yeah’s and Liars. Entering their 10th year, Moving Units continue on their path, winning over fans one show at a time. Their combination of reckless abandon, raw primal energy, and an underlying sexuality permeates their music and keeps fans coming back for more.
In the spring of 2010, the band recorded with renowned musician/producer Justin Meldal-Johnsen (Beck, Air, Charlotte Gainsbourg) to produce their second EP (bookending their two full length albums), which will be released early 2011.
Southern California Show Dates:
Friday, October 29th @ The Troubadour, West Hollywood, CA :: Tickets available Thursday, August 26th at 1:00 pm here .
Saturday, November 20th @ The Glasshouse, Pomona, CA :: Tickets available Friday, August 27th at Noon here.
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UK based band Summer Camp’s brand of synth pop is the perfect soundtrack for their video “Round the Moon”. The series of retro movie clips may make you feel slightly awkward for watching 12 year olds romance each other, or it could quite possibly inspire you to host a classic 70s or 80s movie night. Either way, this video of 12 year old hipster romance is pretty awesome.
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