Sigh No More
A little Delta Spirt, a whole lotta Dave Matthews Band.
5/29/10
5/28/10
On Repeat: The Black Keys
If you haven't heard of The Black Keys, you have now. Go get yourself a treat.
5/27/10
Coachella Street Style
It was hard to miss Coachella this year, but my friends enjoyed the festival for me. And besides, I have Sasquatch to look forward to! Kudos to their street style, at the hipest festival of the year.
May Recap
My life has been ruled by commercial production this past month and I have had NO time to write in this lil' old blog of mine. That doesn't mean I have been slacking on seeing live music though! I have so much to go over it makes my head hurt. I'm currently in Montana and head to the famous GORGE tomorrow for a weekend I've been thinking about everyday for the last several months--Sasquatch Festival. Check back next week for my report.
Florence & The Machine - Terminal 5
Lungs
I've said this before, but I hate hate hate this venue. Florence went on way earlier than expected and unfortunately I missed half the show. Not to mention I've never been around such an angry crowd! Who are these fans of yours my dear Florence? Good thing I could still see your fire engine red hair and hear your beautiful sweet voice.
Local Natives - Bowery Ballroom
Gorilla Manor
SUCKERS
Local Natives
Missed the Yeasayer show for this, sigh. Got over that quickly once the music started rocking my world. SUCKERS opened for Local Natives, and they were okay. Totally forgot we shot them at SXSW, but Natives stuck out for sure.
Mumford & Sons - Music Hall of Williamsburg
Sigh No More
Mumord & Sons
Boys boys boys, I love ya. And apparently so did every single person in the audience. The crowd sang every lyric--no BELTED every lyric. There is no mistaking how much your fans adore you. And now I'm one of them.
The Black Keys - Super Secret show @ Classic Car Club
Brothers
photo courtesy of Brooklyn Vegan
No, I did not go to this, but one lucky friend did. Don't worry, I'll see them at Central Park Summerstage in July, and have been listening to Brothers nonstop. This is different Black Keys. Different and wonderful, and filling my ears with sounds and mixtures of beats original to the Keys, yet keeping their classic sound nonetheless.
5/4/10
Last Week In Concert: The Morning Benders, Rodrigo y Gabriela, MGMT
The young San Fran quartet played their new album in it's entirety at Mercury Lounge last week. This unassuming group has the best vocals technically and harmonically I have heard in quite some time. The reverb was awesome and the new album sounds just as good as Talking Through Tin Cans. Pick up a copy of The Bedroom Covers--an excellent compilation of covers including The Smiths, Talking Heads, and Paul Simon.
What's cool about a venue like Mercury is the intimacy, and the fact that you can run into the band at the bar before they go on. I said a quick hello to the lead singer, Chris Chu, and told him I was uber excited to see them open up for The Black Keys at Central Park Summerstage in July. They were also one of my favorites of "Ahead of the Curve '09-San Fran" and I didn't hesitate to let Chu know. It was rewarding to hear him say how much he liked the final spot and then he continued on to chat with Jason Schwartzman, who is clearly a big fan. Congrats on your success, Morning Benders!
MGMT, Congratulations
I've listened to this album twice, and I'm already obsessed. The hipster community is apparently up in arms and not as impressed--boo hoo. Cheers to these guys for coming out with something experimental, not feeling pressured into following up Oracular Spectacular with instant hit singles, and for composing a stellar sophomore effort.
Rodrigo y Gabriela, 11:11
Rod & Gab played their hearts out at Radio City on Thursday night, and I was lucky enough to be front and center. Now I understand the hype of Radio City...sitting in the orchestra makes a world of difference. You sure feel like you are right there with the performers on stage. I may have had a little too much bubbly (when have I not), but Rod & Gab's guitar skills were explosive. Please please go out and see them when you get a chance! The performance took me back to the days of the Gypsy Kings, yet these two don't sing, nor do they need to.
Rodrigo y Gabriela, "11:11"
Rodrigo y Gabriela, "11:11"
4/29/10
Blow Baby
My BF Kate gave out these mini-harmonica necklaces as xmas presents last year, and it's become one of the most treasured pieces that I own. I'm constantly getting comments on how cool it is and where to get one. This makes a fabulous present, and best of all, you can play along to your favorite band.
4/27/10
On Repeat: Local Natives
Another favorite of mine at SXSW, these guys pulled me right in with the hook in their excellent indie single, "Airplanes."
Gorilla Manor is out now.
4/22/10
I miss you, Austin!
A few more South By looks for your viewing pleasure...
Stephanie owns the lovely Estilo Boutique on 2nd St. in downtown Austin and is rockin' an outfit straight from the source. Steph, I can't wait to visit again next year!
These Boots Were Made For Walkin'
4/18/10
Girl got STYLE
Austin is a city with it's very own fashion sense and when SXSW rolls around, LA and NYC folks dress the part.
Me with The Drums
Day & Night
How cute is this Free Generation romper?
Perez Hilton party
Favorite look, on the streets of Austin
Tyler Glenn of Neon Trees
Perez Hilton party
Spotted in front of Docs: Hipster.
Local dive bar
MTV set fashion!
Wow. Perez party
Struttin' on South Congress
4/17/10
4/11/10
Girl got STYLE
My SXSW looks.
Rockin' leather, flat boots, cross body bags, my harmonica necklace, and of course I had to break out the cowboy boots!
3/21/10
On Repeat: Marina And The Diamonds
This chick is going to be HUGE. Yesterday we filmed her for mtvU and later saw the show at the Perez Hilton Party, and she rocked the house with her chilling voice. I wish I could give you more SXSW updates at this point but I finally need some rest. I'll be filling you in on all the juicy details this week! For now, enjoy my favorite new act of SXSW!
3/19/10
Life. Is. Good.
After 4 years and 100 bands, this may have been one of the best SXSW night I've had. I ended up solo at She & Him (the line was so long, my usual suspects gave up), and although you could tell Zooey and M. Ward were still working out kinks, they sounded amazing. Volume Two is going to be killer. Zooey is just as sweet as pie as you would think she is, and M. is shy in front of all the hype. I can not WAIT to film them tomorrow.
Next up was Stone Temple Pilots. Holy shit. Scott's voice is crystal clear and their sound was right on point. You don't get that much at the bars during SXSW, because bands are given so little time to tweak & play, and let me tell you, this town runs right on schedule (unlike most shows). STP rocked the house, and myself for that matter. Best part? When freakin' Robby Krieger, The Doors guitarist, came out and played Roadhouse Blues for the encore.
And that was not the end of my night, next up--The XX. Forty-five minutes later we got in, and right on time. Trust me, if you roll with me you'll be taken to the right restaurants, shows, parties, and only a few lines interspersed.
At first, the sound was horrible for The XX, but mid-show all was resolved and I was enjoying the show immensely. Seriously soothing beats and a major up-and-comer in the indie world.
Life is good here in Austin, and I'm happy to be here with the best mentor, crew, food, weather and music anyone could ask for.
3/18/10
Broken Bells, Spoon & Miike Snow
Tonight's the official launch of SXSW Music 2010. And I have hardly an ounce of energy left--and it's only the first day. Today we shot Seabear, Shadow Shadow Shade and Class Actress. I saw Broken Bells last week but just had to see them again...and the rest of my crew was just as impressed. After Spoon (I've never been a big fan), I was dragged to Miike Snow, and unbeknownst to me this band is right up my alley. Can't wait to shoot them on Friday.
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