“You need to see her man, she’s freaking American-songwriter royalty.” – Everyone I Know, For My Entire Life When Patty Griffin announced her show at Haw River Ballroom, I made a mental note to make sure to catch her this time. As the quote above suggests, everyone I know loves the hell out of her, … Read more
All photos by Tim Bottchen Last Wednesday, O.A.R. played a sold-out show at The Pageant, featuring a set that was packed with hits, enthusiasm, and smiles from loyal fans. O.A.R.’s latest release, Live on Red Rocks, is a good place to start if you’re not familiar with the Maryland-based band, so check that out the … Read more
Ben Schneider of Lord Huron | All photos by Tim Bottchen Take your time, let the rivers guide you in You know where you can find me again I’ll be waiting here ’til the stars fall out of the sky Speakers in Code was proud to welcome Lord Huron + Escondido to Off Broadway this past … Read more
All photos by Louis Kwok Solo performers aren’t really the rage in these days of ADD, Instagram, Twitter, and general instant gratification. Sweden’s Kristian Matsson, aka The Tallest Man on Earth, is an interesting case, though. If charm means anything when it comes to performing, and I think it does, we have a winner here. … Read more
Yannis Philippakis of Foals | All photos by Jason Gonulsen By now, you’ve heard Foals’ “My Number.” I’m pretty sure of this based on the immediate screams after the British band busted it out as the third song of their set. Foals is somewhat dark (or maybe just pissed off), yet I hear “dance rock” … Read more
All photos by Jason Gonulsen They were the opening band on a triple bill, but Erica Driscoll and blondfire were much more than that at The Pageant on Friday. While Surfer Blood and Foals were also fantastic, blondfire was even better, mostly because of Driscoll’s obvious charisma, a near-perfect cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams,” and … Read more
On Saturday (6/15), St. Louis-based music blog (and our buddies) I Went To a Show celebrates its third birthday at Off Broadway with a trio of local bands/artists. The Blind Eyes will be releasing a new EP, World Record, and Beth Bombara will also be releasing her new EP, Raise Your Flag. Local garage rock-pop … Read more
All photos by Tim Bottchen Los Angeles rockers Everest were back at The Firebird this past Friday for a show with St. Louis’ Old Lights. The ATO/Vapor recording artists released Ownerless is 2012, and we recommend cranking that shit on this fine Monday morning. Also crank-worthy is Old Lights 2011 EP, Like Strangers (but you … Read more
All photos by Jason Gonulsen I look for you and I know you’re out there In this mind we breathe the same air Lonely roads and freight trains will keep us sane And you’re out there doing what you would die for Believing till there’s no turning back If songs were baseball cards, Son Volt’s … Read more
All photos by Joe O’Toole Deerhunter’s tour recently made its way to Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom, and photographer Joe O’Toole was there to capture the moment for SIC. Please enjoy his shots of the show, and be sure to visit his site here.
All photos by Joe O’Toole Lyle Lovett and his band performed a sold-out show at the Mesa Arts Center last night in support of his 2012 release, Release Me. Please enjoy Joe O’Toole’s shots of the show, and make sure to visit his site here.
The treasure that is Charles Bradley (seriously, go see this man do his thing) recently made a stop at Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom, and photographer Joe O’Toole was on hand to catch the action. Please enjoy his shots of the show, and be sure to visit his site here.
Dr. Dog | All photos by Katie Moulton Photos and words by Katie Moulton Dear Midwestern Summer 2013, I found your bros, and they just want to dance. In an historic Indianapolis beer garden, a sold-out crowd bopped to the AM Gold jams of Dr. Dog, creating the live show equivalent of an easy-rocking summer … Read more
All photos by Nate Burrell Legendary songwriter Billy Bragg made a rare stop in St. Louis last night at The Old Rock House. Photographer Nate Burrell attended the sold-out show and delivered these wonderful photos. Please enjoy, and be sure to visit Nate’s site, Before the Blink, here.
All photos by Joe O’Toole Joe Satriani’s tour recently made its way to Scottsdale’s Talking Stick Resort, and photographer Joe O’Toole was there to capture the moment for SIC. Please enjoy his shots of the show, and be sure to visit his site here.
All photos by Tim Bottchen Vampire Weekend, or “Vampy Weeks,” as I heard someone call them recently, played to a sold-out audience at The Pageant on Tuesday evening. Singer-songwriter Sky Ferreira opened the show. VW’s set consisted of — you guessed it — lots of hooks and songs from their latest album, Modern Vampires of … Read more
It’s okay to feel good That’s the way it should be In 2003, Lucinda Williams toured with Neil Young and Crazy Horse on the heels of her most recent album at the time, World Without Tears. The album, to some degree, represented a shift in style for Williams, as the songs “Righteously” and “Real Live … Read more
All photos by Nate Burrell The Ryman Auditorium in Nashville is a special place, and we were fortunate to have photographer Nate Burrell deliver these beautiful shots from the Ben Harper and Charlie Musselwhite performance this past Saturday. Please enjoy Nate’s photos from the show, and be sure to visit his site, Before the Blink.
All photos by Chris Lay Gave you the moon and the stars to keep But you gave them back to me This past winter, I didn’t do much at night but drink a reasonable amount of whiskey and listen to vinyl. Might sound bleak or beautiful depending on your point of view, but I was … Read more
All photos by Jason Gonulsen If I don’t fall apart Will my memory stay clear? So you had to go And I had to remain here But the strangest thing to date So far away and yet you feel so close I’m not going to question it any other way It must be an open … Read more
All photos by Jason Gonulsen Grace Potter & the Nocturnals were just in St. Louis last January at The Pageant, but once is never enough for the Vermont-based band: you always welcome more. This time around, they were the opening act for Dave Matthews Band at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, and they wasted no time cranking … Read more
Bob Dylan | Photo by Jason Gonulsen When I travel to see live music, I go in looking for a feeling. A part of me will always need these journeys away from home to seek something familiar in a different environment. I go to see what will happen. I go because I still believe in … Read more
All photos by Jason Gonulsen They don’t sing. Rodrigo Sanchez and Gabriela Quintero don’t need to. They play Yamaha acoustic guitars with nylon strings, creating sounds I’ve never heard. Sometimes a smiling Gabriela twirls around, eyes closed, while thrashing her instrument; sometimes Rodrigo stands stoically in the spotlight, playing quickly but in no apparent hurry. … Read more
All Photos by Joe O’Toole Photos and words by Joe O’Toole. It’s a wonder why this is Big Head Todd & The Monsters’ first show in Flagstaff, AZ. The hard working foursome formed nearly 27 years ago in Colorado and has toured relentlessly since, all the while enjoying a devoted hometown fan base in the … Read more
The path of least resistance is catching up with me again today The truth is, I never had any interest in seeing Brandi Carlile. I had to be convinced (read: dragged) to her show a few years ago at The Pageant, and what do you know — all I needed was one song (“My Song”) to … Read more
All photos by Joe O’Toole Blitzen Trapper recently made a stop at Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom, and one of our new contributors/photographers, Joe O’Toole was on hand to catch the action. Please enjoy his shots of the show, and be sure to visit his site here.
All photos by Tim Bottchen On Friday and Saturday evening, Yonder Mountain String Band and their loyal following took over The Pageant in St. Louis for a two-night stand of bluegrass and rock. Photographer Tim Bottchen was on hand for Friday night’s performance; please enjoy his photos, and visit his website.
All photos by Chris Lay Kopecky Family Band made its way back to Off Broadway in St. Louis last week, and they began the night with “The Glow,” a standout track from their latest release, Kids Raising Kids. Equally chilling was Kelsey Kopecky during “Change;” her voice was fragile, and time stood still for just … Read more
All photos by Louis Kwok The buzz was loud for Tegan and Sara’s recent stop at The Pageant, and for good reason: their latest album, Heartthrob, is one of the best releases of 2013. The Canadian duo played the album in its entirety, which included tight versions of “Drove Me Wild,” “Now I’m All Messed … Read more
All photos by Joe O’Toole Arctic Monkeys performed in Tempe this past Monday, and Speakers in Code photographer Joe O’Toole was on hand to capture the English band that released AM in 2013. Their song “Do I Wanna Know” recently checked in at #19 on our 150 Best Songs of 2013 list. Please enjoy Joe’s … Read more