This was a live performance on BBC Radio 1. I like Hayley's part, but Fun. was meh; overall I think they could have made it their own instead of going for a straight cover.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Cover Wars - Fun. ft. Hayley Williams "Somebody That I Used To Know"
This was a live performance on BBC Radio 1. I like Hayley's part, but Fun. was meh; overall I think they could have made it their own instead of going for a straight cover.
Thursday, May 3, 2012
New Discovery - Ben Howard "The Wolves"
I might be a little late, but better late than never. Mr. Howard has a very David Grey, Damien Rice, mixed with Mumford and Sons vibe; I dig it. Learn about and listen to more of the talented Brit here.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Golden Triangle Concert Series
May 17: Lethal Peanut (rock & blues)
May 24: Sin Miedo (salsa)
May 31: No Second Troy (rock)
June 7: Scott's New Band (modern alternative)
June 14: Lloyd Dobler Effect (modern rock)
June 21: Down Wilson (top 40 & alternative)
"Grab a blanket and some friends and hit the park after work to take part in the local music scene for each show. The concert series has featured some of the area’s most popular local bands and great entertainment such as Kelly Bell Band, JunkFood, Crowded Streets, Jahworks, Road Soda, Gonzo’s Nose, Rebelicious, Everyone But Pete, Justin Jones & the Driving Rain, No Second Troy, and other great artists. At the Golden Triangle Summer Concerts, you can expect the unexpected—whether it is impromptu salsa dancing, a marriage proposal, or a random game of cornhole toss, there is always something more than just great music to keep you entertained."
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
New Music: Emily King "Ordinary Heart"
A Glimspe Into The Grey Area
For a somewhat embarrassing reason, The Grey Area, TJ and Jason, graciously agreed to answer some questions outside before their show at Red Palace; after a short stop for red bull of course.
On the steps of the United House of Prayer, they talked about playing SXSW, west coast vs. east, their future, the DC music scene, and more.
Me: How was the west coast different from playing on the east coast?
Jason: It was different in a couple of ways. One of which is that we were working with a record label. So that was exciting, just to learn a little about the business; working with a label, figuring out how labels put together shows, how they work with brand partners and other partners to make events happen, and help bands get their music out, which is really cool. Every time you play a new city you learn about that cities music scene, about the vibe in that city, about other musicians you can work with. One of the greatest things about being at SXSW was just meeting so many musicians, seeing the talent around you, what people are doing musically; pushing boundaries, trying out different ideas. Some bands are huge, some bands are tiny, some bands are complicated, and some are simple. Being around all that creativity is really cool.
Me: So the good outweighs the bad?
Jason: There is no bad; laughs
Me: I wasn’t expecting that.
Jason: There is no bad to being on tour
TJ: No not at all, even when things are going like oh my god I can’t believe this is happening, you’re still laughing. Everybody else is probably panicking but being on tour shows you what you are made of, shows you a lot of stuff. You learn about the whole concept of music and playing shows. You just learn so much on tour.
Me: So there is no one place you wouldn’t absolutely go?
On the steps of the United House of Prayer, they talked about playing SXSW, west coast vs. east, their future, the DC music scene, and more.
Me: How was the west coast different from playing on the east coast?
Jason: It was different in a couple of ways. One of which is that we were working with a record label. So that was exciting, just to learn a little about the business; working with a label, figuring out how labels put together shows, how they work with brand partners and other partners to make events happen, and help bands get their music out, which is really cool. Every time you play a new city you learn about that cities music scene, about the vibe in that city, about other musicians you can work with. One of the greatest things about being at SXSW was just meeting so many musicians, seeing the talent around you, what people are doing musically; pushing boundaries, trying out different ideas. Some bands are huge, some bands are tiny, some bands are complicated, and some are simple. Being around all that creativity is really cool.
Me: So the good outweighs the bad?
Jason: There is no bad; laughs
Me: I wasn’t expecting that.
Jason: There is no bad to being on tour
TJ: No not at all, even when things are going like oh my god I can’t believe this is happening, you’re still laughing. Everybody else is probably panicking but being on tour shows you what you are made of, shows you a lot of stuff. You learn about the whole concept of music and playing shows. You just learn so much on tour.
Me: So there is no one place you wouldn’t absolutely go?
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