When your influences range from Kurt Weill to Slayer, strange things are afoot. But go listen to what the Seizures are doing and tell me this wouldn’t be a crazy fun show. Fronted by Alec K. Redfearn (the hardest working man in show business) these guys kick ass — and no guitars! (My friends know …
Head over to Everyman this afternoon to share in good memories of John “Crawlin’ Snake” Mac who left the party too damn soon. There may be other music-type tributes going on — I’m not sure how the event will play out — just head over and hang with his friends and fellow musicians. You can …
Well, to the degree that someone who has just written about a BeeGees tribute band has any credibility left, I would like to direct your attention to a band doing some very original cool stuff. As mentioned above ¡Cowgirl! will be part of the line-up for the Dark Lady Extravaganza scheduled for tonight. (What is …
[youtube]dhgjEObtrWE[/youtube] For me anyway. Tragedy All Metal Tribute to the BeeGees, will be playing the Showcase Live in Foxboro on April 2nd. This venue might not be totally horrible as it is standing room only/general admission like a regular club. BUT, here’s the awesomest thing, Brendon Small of Dethklok will also be performing with the …
The Bee Eaters boasts four of the most accomplished, creative young talents of the new generation, tracing roots back to the musical traditions of bluegrass, old-time, celtic, jazz and pop to create an elegant fusion of tradition and innovation. Featuring 6 time Grand National Fiddle Champions Tashina and Tristan Clarridge, banjo phenomenon Wes Corbett, and …
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And break open your wallet. Fundraising dance party tonight to support English for Action. Located in Olneyville, this organization provides assistance to Latino immigrant families with English language classes, child care programs and more. Thursday night’s event features music by Micah Jackson (Providence is Burning, Goosebumps) and cheap beer just $3. $5 cover, Thursday, 9pm …
. . . or a really new picture. . . or this is some other person entirely. I’m peeling another name out of our weekend announcements — a gal with Blue State connections. Roz Raskin and the Rice Cakes play tonight at the Jared Paul Legal Defense Fundraiser at AS220 — and again Saturday night …
Tonight is the final night for Late Night with Conan O’Brien and longtime friends of the show, the White Stripes, will be the musical guests. In June Conan takes over as host of The Tonight Show from the west coast and much ink has been spilled over the fact that Jay Leno aint really gettin’ …
Philadelphia Singer-songwriter-facial hair enthusiast Aiden James is going to be performing a couple of shows in Providence this weekend and, as usual, I’m only remembering to post about them right before they happen (as in, they’re happening this weekend and I’m posting about them at 4:30 on Sunday afternoon…) Tonight he’ll be at the Hi-Hat as part …
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A new entry for the growing Pawtucket songbook from Suffering Bastard. @ AS220 Suffering Bastard, Shallow Waters (political power electronics), Diagram A (RI noise), High Plains Thunder, and National Grid @ The Blackstone Club Stoner Benefit Show @ Jerky’s the Brew with the Attic & Fairhaven
Roil & Flush a new show featuring the work of Anna Shapiro and Will Machin kicks off with a free reception tonight. Live music — Allysen Callery & the Land of Nod, Alec K. Redfearn (he’s everywhere!) and Tallahassee Brown. reception 6pm to 9pm, Firehouse 13, 41 Central Street
From MTV.com– “Lux Interior, lead singer of influential garage-punk act the Cramps, died Wednesday morning (February 4) due to an existing heart condition, according to a statement from the band’s publicist. He was 62. Born Erick Lee Purkhiser, Interior started the Cramps in 1972 with guitarist Poison Ivy (born Kristy Wallace, later his wife) — …
Interrobang!?, a web and print ‘zine for the arts in RI, is seeking submissions for its inaugural issue. From their website: Our goal is to provide a formal venue for voices of all kinds, whether it be fiction, nonfiction, creative essays, fine art, or experimental music and video. This is is city suffused with talent: …
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The Blackstone — Dino Club w/Heather Rose and the Drama, Brian McKenzie Firehouse 13 — The Jesse Minute, Cry Havoc!, Mustache Ride, Fashion Failure AS220 — Vitamin Hoax, The Providence Morons, Ultraviolence, Tony Jones & the Cretin 3
Lupo’s — They Might Be Giants, Spray Paint Star Firehouse 13 — Wham Five Diagnosis: Closing Reception, Ghost Box Orchestra, Broken River Prophet & Ba-na-nas Jerky’s — Apathy, Poorly Drawn People, Labeless Intelligence (photo:Merlyn Towney)
The Wham Five Diagnoses music series continues tonight at Firehouse 13. Last night was awesome and tonight should be awesome-er. Wham Five Diagnoses: The Music Series #2 Frieida Abtan Chrome Jackson (ex Arab on Radar, currently of Athletic Automaton) Fat Worm of Errorr Firehouse 13 41 Central Street 10pmish $5 photo from: THIS/REALLY/HAPPENED/OK