Best Albums of 2011, Mid-Year
From electro-pop to acoustic ballads, our list of best albums from the first half of 2011 covers the musical spectrum.
Hot Track: French Horn Rebellion’s Pool Party Mix
Did someone say pool party? Yes, French Horn Rebellion did, and just in time for the holiday weekend!
Blonde Redhead: Why do good bands do terrible things?
Blonde Redhead are doing a handful of Bay Area dates this week while in the midst of a world tour to support their latest release, Penny Sparkle, and what better way to celebrate this country’s independence than a sold-out show last night at The Independent?!
New Mix: Mick Boogie x DJ Jazzy Jeff
A fresh release for the holiday weekend, this combination of funk, soul, and hip hop is perfect for sunny weather happenings.
Summer Obsession: White Arrows
This psychedelic electronic group from LA has a sound similar to Beach House and Panda Bear, and it’s officially a summer obsession.
Fillmore Jazz Festival Highlights
The Fillmore rolls out the red carpet this week for its annual jazz festival, and the timing couldn’t be better. San Francisco is on the verge of jazz renaissance, and the neighborhood that once hosted legendary musicians like Charlie Parker and Billie Holiday is still home to San Francisco’s musical soul.
Hot Track: Doom and Gloom, “Jenny”
The story of Doom and Gloom begins with the end of a band called Castledoor.
Where to Dance This Weekend
Get out your red, white, and blue to celebrate the long holiday weekend on Indepen-DANCE floors across the Bay Area.
DJ Q&A : Bass Cadet
Bay Area DJ Bass Cadet received his first taste of electronic music when someone handed him a CD titled “Freak Beats for Beat Freaks” by Lorin (now better known as Bassnectar). This CD changed his musical outlook, which had then consisted of only playing lead guitar in bands, and sent him running to the nearest store for turntables, a mixer and headphones.
Preview: The Neighborhood With Mashpot
Mashpot and Audyssey’s “The Neighborhood” come together on July 6th to support the Bay Area music and arts scenes. It’s is the second official Mashpot event, which focuses on bringing together members of the arts and music scenes in a collaborative multimedia setting, and the latest in Audyssey’s series.
Hot Track: RAC Remix of Two Door Cinema Club
International DJ and production crew RAC puts their spin on indie pop group Two Door Cinema Club. Catch RAC DJing at Popscene on July 7.
Preview: Battlehooch at The Independent
San Francisco psychedelic band Battlehooch is headlining The Independent this Friday, June 1st. We spoke to bassist Grant Goodrich about life on the road, video projects, and just what the hell that band name is about.
Hot Video: “Marvin’s Room” by Drake
Drizzy Drake has been busy the last couple weeks, dropping three brand new tracks as we wait for the drop date for his second album.
Hot Track: Letting Up Despite Great Faults, “Teenage Tide”
Mike Lee and Co. are back with another summer jam for the masses.
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