Q&A: Aimée Argote of Des Ark
Aimée Argote, the genius behind the band Des Ark, has spent the better part of the last ten years working through a rotating cast of drummers and guitarists, learning the beauty of simplicity, building a cabin in the woods, living a “fucked up hobo life,”, and a whole lot more. Just don’t call her mature.
Preview: Sleepy Sun @ Slim’s
San Francisco’s own Sleepy Sun will be spreading the psych this Friday, providing main support to Austin’s The Black Angels at Slims. Still riding the rave reviews surrounding their latest release Fever, the band launched a digital single of the song “Desert God” with an exclusive new b-side, “Toys” to celebrate the tour.
Q&A: The Music Wrong
Marcus and Megan Stoesz make up The Music Wrong, an oh-so-slightly edgy dream-pop duo that will soon be taking this San Francisco by storm. I had the chance to talk shop with Marcus before their show this Saturday night at El Rio.
Live Review: Explosions In The Sky @ The Fox Theater
Explosions In The Sky played to a sold-out crowd last night at The Fox Theater in Oakland and all at once — at least for the duration of their hour-long set — everything seemed to fall into place.
Album Review: Thao & Mirah
It is unclear what drives musicians to collaborate with one another. The best-case scenario involves both artists getting along swimmingly and gathering their combined strengths to create something truly memorable and magical.
Mitchell and Manley Play The Hemlock This Thursday
I love me a supergroup, and with a no-fail combo like this you should too. Isaiah Mitchell from the San Diego marathon-song psych outfit Earthless and Phil Manley from Prog-rock specialists Trans Am are playing this Thursday night at The Hemlock.
Look for Little Scream’s Golden Tickets
Little Scream’s latest album, The Golden Record, was just released on Tuesday and tucked within 70 albums will be a golden ticket.
Preview: A Rocket to the Moon @ Bottom of the Hill
The latest in MTV-fueled, baby-faced pop rock is about to hit the West Coast. Moms, hold onto your daughters, A Rocket to the Moon is coming to San Francisco on April 6th alongside Valencia, Anarbor and Runner Runner. Lead singer Nick Santino took a moment to answer some questions in the midst of the busy show schedule.
On Second LP, The Donkeys Kick Ass
San Diego natives The Donkeys are back and more sun-drenched than ever, but please, don’t hold that against them. The band, who caught a lot of flack surrounding their previous release for sounding a bit too southern Cali are back to prove us all wrong.
Morning Benders Remix EP Benefits Japan
In response to the devastating disaster, Bay Area to Brooklyn transplants the Morning Benders put together an EP of unreleased remix tracks with 100% of proceeds going to the Japan Society’s Earthquake Relief Fund.
Tonight: The Strange Boys, Ty Segall, and more
Feeling soaked to the bone and particularly Pacific Northwesty? Get that out of your system with shot of Texas flavor tonight at the Verdi Club, and full-on dance party featuring Austin’s The Strange Boys, Ty Segall, Natural Child, Moonhearts, Cosmonauts and Nick Waterhouse presented by Burger Records.
Preview: Saw Doctors @ Slim’s (there will be beer!)
Hailing from a small town called Tuam in county Galway on the west coast of Ireland, The Saw Doctors are arguably one of Ireland’s biggest bands. Grab a pint and celebrate the return of Slim’s liquor license at their show this Friday.
Preview: Shilpa Ray and Her Happy Hookers
Brooklyn’s Shilpa Ray and Her Happy Hookers are about to embark on a four week tour with Acid Mothers Temple. We caught up with Shilpa, the group’s lead vocalist, blues driver, and harmonium pounder in the midst of SXSW madness. Catch her and the Happy Hookers on March 24th at Bottom of the Hill.
Live Review: Lia Ices @ GAMH
Lia Ices latest release Grown Unknown is as much an ode to space as it is to sonic texture.
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