So last week I was super bummed because I missed Phantogram's show at the 7th Street Entry. I was in Mexico, so all was not lost, however, Phantogram is opening for the Antlers on Tuesday, (are you ready for this one) April 20th. yes, another April concert. I keep saying my wallet can't take much more of this ... but I have to go!!! Ahh!!
Phantogram is a duo from Saratoga Springs, New York and have been recieving a lot of bizz lately for their album, "Eyelid Movies." Their sound is not for the close minded, Phantogram's jams are actually pretty haunting. "When I'm Small" is a song you may hear on the Current from time to time and I just simply cannot stop listening to it.
note: the video isn't that exciting, it's the only none live one I could find
Phantogram were a success story from South by Southwest last year, there they gained a lot of attention. Friends since junior high and forming the band in 2007, Josh Carter and keyboardist Sarah Barthelmembers have opened for Minus The Bear, Zero 7, Ra Ra Riot, Yeasayer, Brazilian Girls and The Slip as Phantogram. They have been getting stellar reviews for their live shows, I can't wait to see them. Varsity Theater tickets are on sale now for the Antlers and Phanotgram show. I heard that the 7th Street Entry show sold out at the door, so don't wait until last minute to buy your Varsity Theater tickets.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Monday, February 8, 2010
Aqualung tickets
Varsity Theater tickets are about to go on sale for another great Varsity Theater concert announcement - so hold the seat of your pants! Indie music's favorite Aqualung has announced a date at the Varsity Theater on May 4th. As you may have heard, Matt Hales, goes by Aqualung - an UK born musician.
You may know the name Aqualung from their song "Strange and Beautiful." It has been used in various commercials and in the movie "A Lot Like Love." Matt Hales was destiend to be a musician, his parents owned a small record store in Southampton. At age sixteen he was given a scholarship to Winchester College. By the age of 17 Hales had written his own symphony, "Life Cycle."
This past fall Hales moved from his home in the UK to Los Angeles. This could also have something to do with the fact that his wife, Bad Girls actress Kim Oliver, is an actress. But regardless, all settled into his new digs Aqualung is taking their jams out on the road this late winter/early spring.
Varsity Theater tickets go on sale this Saturday for the Aqualung show. The opening act is going to be Krista Polvere and as usual the show is 18+.
You may know the name Aqualung from their song "Strange and Beautiful." It has been used in various commercials and in the movie "A Lot Like Love." Matt Hales was destiend to be a musician, his parents owned a small record store in Southampton. At age sixteen he was given a scholarship to Winchester College. By the age of 17 Hales had written his own symphony, "Life Cycle."
This past fall Hales moved from his home in the UK to Los Angeles. This could also have something to do with the fact that his wife, Bad Girls actress Kim Oliver, is an actress. But regardless, all settled into his new digs Aqualung is taking their jams out on the road this late winter/early spring.
Varsity Theater tickets go on sale this Saturday for the Aqualung show. The opening act is going to be Krista Polvere and as usual the show is 18+.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Jackie Greene tickets
Another installment of Quiet Please at the Varsity Theater has been announced. As you may remember Low was announced as the first band in this installment, however they had to rescheduled their performance. Now that date is going to be on May 6th. Jackie Green will now actually be the first musical guest in this unique concert experience taking place on Thursday, March 4th.
'Quiet Please' is an event that showcases a band and is strictly acoustic. There are no amplifiers or subwofers, it is a small intimate setting. The stage is featured 'in the round' at the Varsity and couches and plush chairs surround the circle stage.
Varsity Theater tickets are on sale now for both Quiet Please performances. Low is more locally known that Jackie Greene. Jackie Greene is a California based singer/songwriter who has been playing music since the age of 14. In 2003 he was the first artist signed to DIG Music Group. Jackie Green's album, "Gone Wonderin'" stayed on the Americana charts for over a year and in 2003 it won an award for California Music Award for the Best Blues/Roots Album. Jackie Green has toured with B.B. King, Phil Lesh, Ratdog, Huey Lewis, Susan Tedeschi, Taj Mahal, and Buddy Guy just to name a few.
Varsity Theater tickets for this unique show are limited. No opening act information has been released as of today. See you at the show!
and FYI: I googled his information and as far as I know Jackie Greene is not related to Rick Ocasek
'Quiet Please' is an event that showcases a band and is strictly acoustic. There are no amplifiers or subwofers, it is a small intimate setting. The stage is featured 'in the round' at the Varsity and couches and plush chairs surround the circle stage.
Varsity Theater tickets are on sale now for both Quiet Please performances. Low is more locally known that Jackie Greene. Jackie Greene is a California based singer/songwriter who has been playing music since the age of 14. In 2003 he was the first artist signed to DIG Music Group. Jackie Green's album, "Gone Wonderin'" stayed on the Americana charts for over a year and in 2003 it won an award for California Music Award for the Best Blues/Roots Album. Jackie Green has toured with B.B. King, Phil Lesh, Ratdog, Huey Lewis, Susan Tedeschi, Taj Mahal, and Buddy Guy just to name a few.
Varsity Theater tickets for this unique show are limited. No opening act information has been released as of today. See you at the show!
and FYI: I googled his information and as far as I know Jackie Greene is not related to Rick Ocasek
Monday, February 1, 2010
Varsity Theater Tickets Review: Jay Farrar and Ben Gibbard
Well, the night has come and gone :( I went to the Jay Farrar and Ben Gibbard show last night at the Varsity Theater. I am a huge fan of both of these guys! Their set list was amazing, and the played for about an hour and a half - so Minneapolis music fans really got their money's worth. Varsity Theater tickets were sold out for this event so the place was packed.
Well, to begin with they played every song off of the soundtrack begginning to end. It was the last night of the tour for Ben Gibbard and Jay Farrar. Jay Farrar is going to go back into the studio to record some Woody Guthrie tracks (he was invited by Woody's daughter to record songs that he had written, but never recorded before his death). I'm not sure if Ben Gibbard is going back in the studio to record new Death Cab songs, but regardless he gets to go home to his super hot wife, Zoe Daschenal, or should I say Zoe Gibbard.
Ben Gibbard is a lucky man!
Since it was the last night of the tour they threw in two cover songs to say farewell. Jay and Ben covered Bob Dylan's "Absolutely Sweet Marie," and then they ended with Neil Young's "Don't Cry No Tears - that of which the carefully chose to say good by to the tour with. It was a fantastic finale to a fantastic show!
I feel very fortunate that I got to go. As tired as I was every minute of the show was worth it (despite the stinky man standing in front of us!) When I arrived at the Varsity Theater there was a sign on the door that said Varsity Theater tickets were sold out for the show - I am glad I wasn't one of the fans left outside in the super cold air!
Here is the set list from Sunday's show:
California Zephyr / Low Life Kingdom / Williamine / All in One / Big Sur / One Fast Move or I'm Gone / Final Horrors / Couches in Alleys / Sea Engines / The Void / Breathe Our Iodine / These Roads Don't Move / You Remind Me of Home / Voodoo Candle
ENCORE: San Francisco / Feel Free / Absolutely Sweet Marie / Don't Cry No Tears
Well, to begin with they played every song off of the soundtrack begginning to end. It was the last night of the tour for Ben Gibbard and Jay Farrar. Jay Farrar is going to go back into the studio to record some Woody Guthrie tracks (he was invited by Woody's daughter to record songs that he had written, but never recorded before his death). I'm not sure if Ben Gibbard is going back in the studio to record new Death Cab songs, but regardless he gets to go home to his super hot wife, Zoe Daschenal, or should I say Zoe Gibbard.
Ben Gibbard is a lucky man!
Since it was the last night of the tour they threw in two cover songs to say farewell. Jay and Ben covered Bob Dylan's "Absolutely Sweet Marie," and then they ended with Neil Young's "Don't Cry No Tears - that of which the carefully chose to say good by to the tour with. It was a fantastic finale to a fantastic show!
I feel very fortunate that I got to go. As tired as I was every minute of the show was worth it (despite the stinky man standing in front of us!) When I arrived at the Varsity Theater there was a sign on the door that said Varsity Theater tickets were sold out for the show - I am glad I wasn't one of the fans left outside in the super cold air!
Here is the set list from Sunday's show:
California Zephyr / Low Life Kingdom / Williamine / All in One / Big Sur / One Fast Move or I'm Gone / Final Horrors / Couches in Alleys / Sea Engines / The Void / Breathe Our Iodine / These Roads Don't Move / You Remind Me of Home / Voodoo Candle
ENCORE: San Francisco / Feel Free / Absolutely Sweet Marie / Don't Cry No Tears
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