New Video for “Herbivore” from Apetite
Appetite, the brainchild of Sacramento-based musician Teddy Briggs, deliver yet another compelling video to be devoured.
Lia Ices Covers Pink Floyd
Lia Ices, the east coast crooner, released a couple of new treats to keep her in our hearts, including a spaced-out version of “Wish You Were Here” by space-rock pioneers Pink Floyd.
Q&A: Los Campesinos! Frontman Gareth Campesinos!
Los Campesinos! lead singer Gareth Campesinos! wrote his group’s new album Hello Sadness while reeling from one the worst breakups in his life. What came out of that heartbreak is arguably Los Campesinos!’s finest and most honest release to date.
Live Review: Thee Silver Mt. Zion Memorial Orchestra
For a band that seems to change names and members as often as they change their socks, there was certainly no hesitation or confusion when Thee Silver Mt. Zion Memorial Orchestra hit the stage as The Great American Music Hall.
Madonna Announces North American Tour
Hot off the controversy following M.I.A.’s middle-finger cameo at her Super Bowl performance, Madonna announced plans today for a world tour.
Bon Iver announces Spring Tour
Bon Iver is back on the road this Spring. If you haven’t had the chance to see them live yet, I suggest you do. Their performances are just plain gorgeous.
Neon Indian Collaborates with Adult Swim for “Fallout” Video
Yesterday Neon Indian released their latest video, and it’s their most interesting collaboration to date. Neon Indian creator Alan Palomo teamed up with Adult Swim and director Lilfuchs (remember those trippy Flying Lotus videos? You can thank him for those.) to create the animated music video for “Fallout”.
Q&A: Ethan Miller of Howlin Rain
San Francico’s Howlin Rain is about to release its third full-length album, The Russian Wilds on Rick Rubin’s American Recordings label. The album, due out February 14, is also produced by Rubin. We spoke with lead singer and band founder Ethan Miller.
Dengue Fever @ GAMH and Slim’s
When I get on the phone with Dengue Fever drummer Paul Smith, the band is driving up the 101 Freeway towards San Luis Obispo, noting the lovely weather. Only a week into their month-long U.S. tour, the band’s twitter posts are already commenting on how “rather quickly” they’re moving and it is somewhat surprising how cheery and relaxed Smith sounds.
New Video: Die Antwoord “I Fink U Freaky”
Die Antwoord has already sold-out their upcoming February 22nd performance at the Regency as part of Noise Pop. Check out their typically strange new video for “I Fink U Freaky.”
Live Review: Wilco @ Fox Theater
For a band that is playing four sold-out shows in the Bay Area this week, Wilco love to keep it fresh which is no easy task after nearly twenty years of performing and eight studio albums.
Preview: The Soft Moon at The New Parish
With The Soft Moon gaining exposure from national media outlets, it’s fitting that the San Francico-based post-punk band is on the same bill with another local breakout, Weekend.
As You Like It Presents Ghostly Meets Spectral Sound Showcase
Friday, January 27, As You Like It and Public Works present a special showcase for two important labels in American contemporary electronic music.
Five Things You Should Know About Two Sheds
John and Cailtin Gutenberger have been kicking around Sacramento playing solid, seamless and approachable soft rock since 2003. Soft rock? Yes, but this is meant in the best way possible.
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