Posts Tagged ‘LCD Soundsystem’
James Murphy Speaks About LCD Soundsystem’s Future (or lack thereof)
Last night, James Murphy took to LCD Soundsystem's Facebook page and posted an update regarding members of the now defunct-band, their side-projects, and his household chores. This is the first "update" since the band performed a farewell show at Madison Square Garden on April 2nd, 2011. Check out... more
Season’s Greetings from Live Music Blog
Here's a stocking full of holiday songs we've hand picked from the past few years to keep your playlists a little more current than the same ole' offering of Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole. Our seasonal selections range from songs by LCD Soundsystem, My Morning Jacket, Woods, Sufjan... more
FILM REVIEW: Shut Up and Play The Hits
By Shane Colman James Murphy, the musical mastermind behind LCD Soundsystem, does not think it's better to burn out than fade away. For his band's final show, Murphy wanted the whole thing to explode like Hunter S. Thompson's ashes and boldly stated, "If it's gonna be funeral, let's have the... more
PREVIEW: James Murphy / Pat Mahoney (LCD Soundsystem) DJ Set at Boulder Theater (8/2)
James Murphy and Pat Mahoney of LCD Soundsystem are set to hit the Boulder Theater stage this Thursday for a DJ Set of epic proportions.-Andrei “Anyone who’s followed the indie electronic scene even somewhat closely the past few years is well aware of the demise of the immensely talented, grammy nominated... more
LCD Soundsystem: Shut Up and Play the Hits arrives to theaters July 18.
The long awaited release of the LCD Soundsystem film/documentary Shut Up and Play the Hits makes is one-evening-only appearance in theaters nationwide on Wednesday July 18th. At this point many of the major cities across the states have sold out for the most part--but there is still hope for the... more
RECAP: Governors Ball Music Festival @ Randall’s Island NYC, Day One 6/23/12
It was one of those perfectly weathered summer weekends and I was en route to The Governors Ball Music Festival on NYC's Randall's Island. Of the many suggested ways to get onto the island, I opted to hop the ferry. In front of me sat two young lads that were... more
REVIEW: moe. @ Terminal 5, NYC 11/26/11
It couldn't have been a more beautiful day on Manhattan. The sites of the holiday, the bustle of the shoppers, the smell of the Halal Food trucks on every corner and The Holiday Shops at Bryant Park all while wearing short sleeves--"forget about it!" Temperature had to be somewhere between... more
LCD Soundsystem’s Final Show @ MSG, 4/2/11
Last night, I was super lucky to witness LCD Soundsystem's last show (ever) at MSG. Even with all the hype surrounding this show, it absolutely exceeded expectations and blew me away. From the bombastic drum-drop of "Dance Yourself Clean" to kick off the show, the place was a total dance... more
Preview: LCD Soundsystem’s Final Show @ MSG Tonight
OMFG! While our illustrious editor-in-chief is busy getting his untz on down in LA tonight, I'll be at MSG for LCD Soundsystem's final concert! Despite all the utter nonsense involved with their ticketing fiasco and through some utter stroke of beginner's luck, my lovely wife scored two tickets to LCD... more
Setlist: LCD Soundsystem @ Terminal 5, NYC 3/28/11
LCD Soundsystem began their farewell run last night in New York with a triumphant first show at Terminal 5, featuring a male choir (that was tweeted in advance), Reggie Watts, The Juan MacLean, the entire 45:33 album, not to mention two encores to close out the night. This was... more
Giveaway: LCD Soundsystem in Vegas!
Happy Friday, gang! I thought I'd drop a little west coast love today in anticipation of our Phish Friday post coming in a few; thanks to the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, we've got a pair of tickets to giveaway to the LCD Soundsystem and Sleigh Bells show... more
Virgin Mobile FreeFest Lineup Announced: M.I.A., LCD Soundsystem and Pavement
The Virgin Mobile Festival (now called FreeFest) just announced their lineup for this year's free festival, with M.I.A., LCD Soundsystem and Pavement all topping the lineup. M.I.A., LCD Soundsystem, Pavement top Virgin Mobile FreeFest ‘10 [Consequence of Sound] On Saturday, September 25th, the Virgin Mobile FreeFest returns, this time with a lineup... more
Camp Bisco 9 Roundup: Bisco Setlists, News, Photos, Videos
Camp Bisco 9 just wrapped up this past weekend in upstate New York, so I rounded up some links from the festival coverage making its way online. Got a link to share? Drop a comment if you went to the festival and shot some photos or took video.... more
2010 Treasure Island Music Festival Lineup Announced
The lineup for Treasure Island Music Festival was officially released today following last week's leak, and it's exactly what we expected to see. The gorgeous, panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay will serve as the backdrop for LCD Soundsystem and Belle & Sebastian when they headline The 2010 Treasure Island... more
Treasure Island 2010 Lineup: Belle & Sebastian, The National, LCD Soundsystem, BSS, She & Him and more!
Our friends at Consequence of Sound must have gotten the lineup to the upcoming Treasure Island Music Festival a few days early, and we're blown away to see a seriously solid lineup for this year's edition of the annual indie rock and electronic music festival here in the Bay Area.... more
NPR Music to Live Webcast from Bonnaroo 2010: Flaming Lips, Dave Matthews Band, Kings of Leon and more
NPR Music strikes wonderfully again; they just announced that they'll be broadcasting over 40 sets from this year's Bonnaroo Music Festival beginning next Thursday. NPR Music, together with three partner public radio stations, sets up camp by the four main stages at this year’s Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester,... more
Coachella 2010: Day One Links, Photos and Videos
This weekend was a great one for live music with Coachella and Wanee music festivals both playing to the masses to kick off the festival season. I watched a ton of the Coachella webcast and really enjoyed the experience of being able to switch between sets, so let's hope... more
2010 Pitchfork Music Festival Lineup Update: Big Boi, Washed Out, Surfer Blood, Neon Indian and More
The Pitchfork Music Festival has officially finalized their lineup for the weekend of July 16-18th in Chicago's Union Park. Single-day tickets are still on sale and I'm half-debating whether or not I can make it out for the weekend festivities. I think the lineup is incredible this year... more
Tour Dates: LCD Soundsystem Announce North American Dates
LCD Soundsystem just announced their North American tour dates for this summer following their tour in Europe after this year's Coachella Music Festival. They'll be releasing a new album on May 18th called This Is Happening, so they're hitting the major markets and festivals pretty hard with sets booked... more
Camp Bisco 2010 Lineup: Disco Biscuits, LCD Soundsystem, Ween, Thievery Corporation, Girl Talk
The Disco Biscuits have announced the initial lineup for Camp Bisco 9, their three-day festival in Mariaville, NY slated for the weekend July 15-17, 2010. As with previous Camp lineups, the festival will feature three nights of the Disco Biscuits and an eclectic mix of bands and DJs loosely geared... more
Pitchfork Music Festival 2010 Initial Lineup: LCD Soundsystem, Modest Mouse, Pavement
After just announcing the festival dates a couple days ago, Chicago's Pitchfork Music Festival has now confirmed a few artists for their three-day lineup, including some heavy-hitters like LCD Soundsystem, Modest Mouse, and Pavement. Tickets go on sale at noon CT today at TicketWeb, with single-day passes for $40, and... more
Podcast #052 – When Indie Bands Kick Out the Jams
Show notes: Here at LMB we're obviously open to a band stretching a song beyond its normal studio length or otherwise changing it for the live setting…that's, in fact, one of the main reasons people dig live music. (Okay, duh, you can send my regards to Captain Obvious) But while a band... more
News Shorts from the Internet Ether | Coachella, Radiohead, and Pitchfork Fest
Planning on hitting the Coachella Music Festival this year and have faith that it’ll be another stellar line-up? Well, looks like they’ve already begun a $199 pre-sale for the three-day festival, which is slated for 4/27-4/29 and takes place in Indio, CA. (Apparently, you’ve gotta sign-in/register and use the password... more
