Concert Preview: Sleater-Kinney
Sleater-Kinney The Knitting Factory, Spokane, WA 02.08.15 I wasn't sure if I would ever have the opportunity to write this preview, as musical daydreams of years past hung above my head, like a terrible tease… But sit down people, and brace yourself: Sleater-Kinney...
Concert Preview: Tribal Seeds
Preview: Tribal Seeds The Showbox, Seattle, WA 01.22.15 San Diego, CA rock-reggae maestros Tribal Seeds are coming to Seattle to bring some island vibe to our Pac-NW winter. Originally started by brothers Steven Rene Jacobo (lyrics, vocals, guitar) and Tony-Ray Jacobo...
No Bragging Rights: Say It With Feeling
No Bragging Rights El Corazón, Seattle, WA 01.09.15 Riverside veteran Mike Perez and co. started the first of three Washington dates, as No Bragging Rights filled precious space in El Corazon on Friday night with an eager, boisterous crowd. They proudly brought in tow...
Concert Preview: Mates of State
Preview: Mates of State Tractor Tavern, Ballard, WA 01.21.15 Never a dull moment in their measure, Mates of State will soon be filling the Tractor Tavern with their sweet, upbeat sound and endearing chemistry. Forged by a true attraction to both each other and their...
Concert Preview: Steel Panther
Steel Panther Showbox SoDo, Seattle, WA 01.17.15 Get ready for exaggeration. They may have started as a parody of American hair metal bands, but Steel Panther can rock in their own right and they’re coming to Seattle to show off. The band is known for their...
S (Jenn Ghetto): Circle of Friends
S (Jenn Ghetto) Chop Suey’s Dragon Lounge, Seattle, WA 01.06.15 Everyone knows by now that Seattle’s bastion of local music – Chop Suey – is nearing its close, and tears are being shed. Tuesday night’s show in the intimate Dragon Lounge was made even more touching, as...