Archive for October, 2012
CONCERT RECAP: Pretty Lights Illumination Tour @ Mardi Gras World, NOLA 10/6/12
As the first smooth synth line was thrown at the crowd, the open night sky was transformed in to an orgy of lasers, LEDs, strobes, and a stage that was in the shape of a downtown skyline, garnished with bridge and all. And the bass, yeah it was definitely there... more
SETLIST: Radiohead @ O2 Arena, London, ENG 10/9/12
Radiohead wrapped their second show at O2 Arena tonight (and third on the UK tour) on Tuesday night in London with a triple encore capped off with "Idioteque" in the E3 slot. Also, you can see Monday night's O2 setlist here. Once again, television star Aaron Paul of the hit... more
FESTIVAL PREVIEW: Joshua Tree Roots Music Festival 2012
WHAT: The 2012 Joshua Tree Roots Music Festival featuring Steve Kimock (w/ Bernie Worrell, Andy Hess & Wally Ingram), Anders Osborne, Howlin' Rain and More! WHEN: October 12-14, 2012 WHERE: The Joshua Tree Lake Campground - Located in Joshua Tree, CA at 2601 Sunfair Rd. (VIEW ON GOOGLE MAPS) INFO: Visit the Festival's... more
VIDEO: Umphrey’s McGee to Release 2012 Colorado Run on Blu-Ray
Just last month, Umphrey's McGee played an epic two-night run in Colorado and recorded the whole thing for an eventual release. They moved quickly on the production and already have pre-order info up along with a nice HD sample of a raging 19-minute version of "Ocean Billy" from the 9/14... more
The Black Keys Release Live ‘Tour Rehearsal Tapes’ EP
THE BLACK KEYS’ TOUR REHEARSAL TAPES EP OUT TODAY ON ITUNES Tour Rehearsal Tapes, a new digital EP from The Black Keys, was released today on Nonesuch Records. Available exclusively on iTunes for the first two weeks, the EP features six songs recorded live in the studio during December 2011 (see... more
TOUR DATES: Sufjan Stevens announces Xmas Tour, New Box Set
Sufjan Stevens announced a set of dates yesterday for an upcoming Christmas Tour. Starting the season promptly the day after Thanksgiving, the tour will kick off in Philadelphia and make its way all over the states before wrapping up at a two-night run at the Bowery Ballroom in NYC.... more
@LMBNOLA: PHOTO GALLERY: Victor Wooten @ The Howlin’ Wolf 10/3/12
This past Wednesday, we were lucky enough to have the brilliant photographer, and our contributing friend, Marc Pagani, head over to Howlin’ Wolf to catch all the Victor Wooten action. Come and dig into the fruitful photo gallery of that fine evening!
SETLIST: Radiohead @ O2 Arena, London, ENG 10/8/12
On Monday night in London, Radiohead played a show at the O2 Arena, site of such happenings as Led Zeppelin's big one-off in 2007. Check out the setlist from England below. Radiohead opened their UK tour on Saturday night with a gig in Manchester. The iconic British band returns for... more
LISTEN: Trey Anastasio “Clint Eastwood” (Gorillaz Cover)
Trey Anastasio has captured sunshine in a bag and you can hear what that sounds like now that Red has released a Soundcloud of his take on the Gorillaz classic "Clint Eastwood". This unique look at the tune (now over a decade old, where does the time go?) is the... more
Green Day Cancels 2012 Voodoo Experience Appearance
Today, Green Day announced that they have cancelled their scheduled performance at this year's Voodoo Music + Arts Experience on October 27, 2012. Billie Joe Armstrong checked himself into rehab after a much-publicized wig out at the iHeart Radio Festival. "Canceling shows is something we rarely do," said Tré... more
SETLIST / PHOTOS: Disco Biscuits, City Bisco 2012
Over the weekend, The Disco Biscuits hosted a two-day multi-stage festival in their hometown of Philadelphia at the Mann Center. Check out the setlists, photos and a video of "Above the Waves" > "House Dog Party Favor" from Saturday night. 10/5/12 : DAY 1 : DISCO BISCUITS @... more
VIDEO: G.R.A.B (Gordon, Russo, Anastasio, Benevento) from All Good 2006
Video has surfaced six years after the fact, of one of the best jams to come out of Phish's second hiatus. It's Mike Gordon, Joe Russo, Trey Anastasio, and Marco Benevento (G.R.A.B.) with a 25-minute jam on The Who classic "Who Are You?" from The All Good Music Festival... more
Blind Boys, SCI & Sheryl Crow Headline 24th Annual Xmas Jam
The lineup for the 24th Annual Warren Haynes Christmas Jam was just announced. It features The Blind Boys of Alabama, The String Cheese Incident, Sheryl Crow, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, and of course, The Warren Haynes Band. The event takes place at the US Cellular Center in... more
VIDEO: Arcade Fire Perform New Song “Crucified”
ArcadeFireTube has posted a video of the band performing a new tune called “Crucified Again” during an event to celebrate Partners In Health’s 25th birthday at Guastavino’s in New York City last night. The song debuted on 3/29/11 during a surprise show in Haiti. The video below is the first... more
SETLIST / TWEETS: Furthur @ Santa Barbara Bowl, Santa Barbara, CA 10/7/12
Furthur's summer tour wrapped up tonight at the Santa Barbara Bowl after a weekend stint at the Greek Theatre in L.A. Continue below for the setlist and tweets from the West Coast. Never miss a Sunday show. SETLIST: FURTHUR @ SANTA BARBARA BOWL, SANTA BARBARA, CA || SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7,... more
VIDEO: Peter Gabriel Invites John Cusack On Stage at the Hollywood Bowl
Last night at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, Peter Gabriel welcomed actor John Cusack to the stage before his performance of "In Your Eyes." Just like his character Lloyd Dobbler did in the 80's film Say Anything, Cusack carried a boom box with him. Gabriel, a former... more
CONCERT RECAP: Red Baraat @ The Mint, Los Angeles, CA 10/4/12
Since I last caught up with Red Baraat in February, the self-described “Brooklyn dhol’n’brass” (by way of a second line) outfit has been to the White House, played Bonnaroo and High Sierra, performed at the TED conference, toured Europe and the UK, and returned to Hardly Strictly Bluegrass this weekend.... more
SETLIST / VIDEO: Furthur @ Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, CA 10/6/12
Furthur closed out their two night run at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles last night with a big second set and encore. Highlights included "Let It Ride," "The Wheel," "Unbroken Chain," "Comes A Time," a notably lengthy "Slipknot" and an encore performance of "Box of Rain." Couldn't ask for... more
SHINE A LIGHT on TIG NOTARO
< WEBSITE | @BlastOffPodcast | LIVE | KCRW | WATCH ON CONAN > We generally don't cover a whole lot of comedy around here (with the exception of musical comedian Reggie Watts) but Tig Notaro's talent and mission to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness is a story we simply... more
CONCERT RECAP: Dr. Dog @ John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, Los Angeles, CA 10/5/12
After an anxiety-filled hour slugging across LA freeways, we finally made it to the comfortable confines of the astounding 1,200 capacity Ford Amphitheatre, walking in just minutes before the headliners took the stage (heard raves about opening band Cotton Jones' set). This magical Hollywood nook is truly a hidden gem... more
SETLIST: Furthur @ Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, CA 10/5/12
On Friday night, the Furthur fall tour settled in at the Greek Theatre for the first of two nights in Los Angeles, CA. Night one featured some very special guests as the band invited LMB favorite Jonathan Wilson and Lukas Nelson (son of Willie). SETLIST: FURTHUR @ GREEK THEATRE, LOS... more
SETLIST: Disco Biscuits @ Baltimore Soundstage, MD 10/4/12
The Disco Biscuits are making a triumphant return to the stage this weekend with their first ever City Bisco at the Mann Center in Philadelphia. The show is already in full force tonight and we'll have some updates either later tonight or tomorrow morning, but ahead of that we've... more
PHOTOS: PHJB Opened Pres Hall West Last Night, Led SF Second Line Through The Mission Today
Last night, the legendary Preservation Hall Jazz Band and the thriving institution/organization that is the hallowed Preservation Hall opened the doors of the brand new Preservation Hall West venue in San Francisco's Mission District. Band leader Ben Jaffe remarked on the special nature of the night, saying "I think this... more
VIDEO: Animal Collective – “Rosie Oh” (Late Night with Jimmy Fallon)
Animal Collective stopped by Late Night with Jimmy Fallon last night and played through the Panda Bear lead jawn "Rosie Oh" off the band's latest release, Centipede Hz. Check out his reaction when he's done singing it...
PHISH FRIDAY: Uncovered Phish Covers
For this edition of Phish Friday we've (@Phortin & @BrahBrahBrah) hand-picked videos of musician's covering Phish. Super groups, bands, and even porn shop owners, taking their best shot at some classic Phish songs. From Yonder Mountain String Band's "Sand" and Greensky Bluegrass's "Down with Disease" to older videos... more
Austin City Limits’ New Season Kicks Off Tonight with Radiohead
The popular one-hour music program Austin City Limits released their schedule for their 38th season on PBS. Tonight the show premieres with a full hour of Radiohead from their King of Limbs tour. Next week on October 13th it's Bon Iver and in the coming weeks LMB favorites... more
TICKET GIVEAWAY: JEFF The Brotherhood @ The Troubadour, W. Hollywood, CA 10/9/12
For your chance to win a pair of tickets to Tuesday night's show, just tell us the name of your favorite JEFF The Brotherhood song in the comments section below (be sure to enter e-mail address when prompted) and we'll notify a winner on Monday afternoon - Thanks for playing! WHO:... more
CONCERT RECAP: Lotus @ Buffalo Town Ballroom, Buffalo, NY 9/21-9/22/12
Lotus returned to Buffalo for a 2-night run at the Town Ballroom, throwing down those trademark sexy ass instrumental post-rock and electronic dance grooves. No matter what the venue, the energetic joy and catharsis of a Lotus show is an infectious feeling and an unforgettable experience. Yet again this month... more
COUCH TOUR: ACL Festival 2012 Webcast Schedule
For the folks that won't be attending this year's ACL Festival, there's going to be some couch tour coverage for you on YouTube all weekend as it's happening. Read on for the schedule... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVcRjt8SrC0 Friday, October 12th 1:30 PM First Aid Kit 1:30 PM He's My Brother, She's My Sister 2:15 PM Asleep at... more
Kraftwerk, Rush, Deep Purple, Public Enemy and more: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees announced
The nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2013 are officially in. For the first time fans can cast their vote for 2013 inductees via an online ballot. Check out the fifteen nominees, how to vote and the always surprising list of Hall of... more
LIVE UPDATES: Love for Levon Benefit @ IZOD Center, East Rutherford, NJ 10/3/12
The Love for Levon benefit to save the barn has concluded at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The star-studded cast for this was about as good as it gets, a dream night for all in attendance to celebrate the music, life and continuing legacy of the great Levon... more
