I'm so behind! I went to the Blink 182 concert on September 9 and it was phenomenal! It was such a treat to finally see Blink! My Chemical Romance opened for them and it made me feel 13 again. I use to be a huge fan of theirs, but not so much anymore. Their new stuff has gone rather down hill for me. I will say they are a great live band. Gerard is a fabulous front man and I'm looking forward to see how his comic books transform to the big screen.
Sadly I did not go to the Kevin Devine show. I did the responsible thing and went back to Manhattan to do homework. I will definitely catch him next time! As should everyone else!
This past weekend Andy and I went to the An Horse show. The venue, opening bands and atmosphere hleped make the show even better. The two openers, The Sluts and Bo Jackson, were very talented local Lawrence bands. It was a grea night filled with good people, good music and good beer.
On that note.....Cheers!!!
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Concerts, Concerts, Concerts!!!!
There are soo many great shows coming up in the Lawrence/KC area. The Granada in Lawrence has a pretty solid line-up this fall.
Here's a list of ones I am hoping to go to and you all should check out at least one!
September 9-Blink 182
By far one of the best shows to start off the fall concert season. I've loved Blink since middle school. I have seen Angels and Airwaves, but seeing Blink would be the icing on the cake!
September 11-Kevin Devine
I love Kevin Devine. He is such a nice guy and a fantastic musician. I'm also excited for Kevin's opener, The Features. The Features are a great southern band that knows how to put on a bad ass show.
September 24- An Horse
Just listen to this video and you'll be a fan.
October 7-Minus the Bear
This will just be an amazingly fun show.
October 8-Taking Back Sunday
I feel the same way about this show as the Blink show...EPIC!
October 29- Thrice
The thing that makes this show more amazing than it is already going to be, is the opening band!!! O'Brother! O'Brother is a band out of Atlanta who is very talented and has a bright future ahead of them. This is probably one of my favorite videos and songs from them.
November 14- City and Colour
I saw them at Lolla and they were really, really good. The lead singer, Dallas Green, was also the lead singer of the band Alexisonfire. Two totally different ends of the music spectrum. I definitely am more of a City and Colour fan, but both are still great.
Here's a list of ones I am hoping to go to and you all should check out at least one!
September 9-Blink 182
By far one of the best shows to start off the fall concert season. I've loved Blink since middle school. I have seen Angels and Airwaves, but seeing Blink would be the icing on the cake!
September 11-Kevin Devine
I love Kevin Devine. He is such a nice guy and a fantastic musician. I'm also excited for Kevin's opener, The Features. The Features are a great southern band that knows how to put on a bad ass show.
September 24- An Horse
Just listen to this video and you'll be a fan.
October 7-Minus the Bear
This will just be an amazingly fun show.
October 8-Taking Back Sunday
I feel the same way about this show as the Blink show...EPIC!
October 29- Thrice
The thing that makes this show more amazing than it is already going to be, is the opening band!!! O'Brother! O'Brother is a band out of Atlanta who is very talented and has a bright future ahead of them. This is probably one of my favorite videos and songs from them.
November 14- City and Colour
I saw them at Lolla and they were really, really good. The lead singer, Dallas Green, was also the lead singer of the band Alexisonfire. Two totally different ends of the music spectrum. I definitely am more of a City and Colour fan, but both are still great.
Monday, August 15, 2011
LOLLAPALOOZA!!!
Two weeks ago I had the privilege of going to Chicago for the 3-Day music festival, Lollapalooza. Words cannot describe how amazing it was. Memories I made on that trip will definitely last me a life time.
There are so many things at Lolla that make for an amazing experience. Here are my top Three.
Well of course the music is number ONE. The smaller bands are just as great as the big headliners. I was able to check GirlTalk off my concert bucket list and yes, I did dance my butt off! I also saw the Foo Fighters which was a dream come true and I have no idea why they weren't on my bucket list.
The band I was most excited about was My Morning Jacket and they did not disappoint! They are so talented and know how to play their instruments. Some bands try to go into extended musical breaks in the middle of songs and butcher it, but not these guys. They make everything sound amazing and smooth. Bands could learn a thing or two from them.
It started down poring during Cage the Elephant's set, but that did not stop us. They are great live band and embraced the rain and experience. It was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I just love how music brings everyone together.
Number Two the FOOD!! I love trying new food and I could do it right there at the festival. They care about the food just as much as they do the bands. Plus it helps that Master Chef Graham Elliot is in charge of that. Btw, tried his lobster corndog,sounds strange, but it was EXCELLENT!
The third thing is that it is in the heart of Chicago. Chicago is such an amazing, diverse, beautiful city. Being able to experience great music in the middle of the city with a gorgeous skyline as the backdrop is phenomenal.
If you are ever given the chance to go, TAKE IT!!
This link has great reviews about the performances. One to read is about Cee Lo Green's performance. It was beyond HORRIBLE. I understand people like to do cover songs, but a hour long set full of them? No thank you! His out fit didn't help him out any either.
http://www.spin.com/articles/live-lollapalooza-charles-marc-and-chris?aggr_node=91268&utm_source=SPIN+Media&utm_campaign=fac2859c1f-08_08_11_Newsletter_Best_of_Lolla&utm_medium=email
There are so many things at Lolla that make for an amazing experience. Here are my top Three.
Well of course the music is number ONE. The smaller bands are just as great as the big headliners. I was able to check GirlTalk off my concert bucket list and yes, I did dance my butt off! I also saw the Foo Fighters which was a dream come true and I have no idea why they weren't on my bucket list.
The band I was most excited about was My Morning Jacket and they did not disappoint! They are so talented and know how to play their instruments. Some bands try to go into extended musical breaks in the middle of songs and butcher it, but not these guys. They make everything sound amazing and smooth. Bands could learn a thing or two from them.
It started down poring during Cage the Elephant's set, but that did not stop us. They are great live band and embraced the rain and experience. It was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I just love how music brings everyone together.
Number Two the FOOD!! I love trying new food and I could do it right there at the festival. They care about the food just as much as they do the bands. Plus it helps that Master Chef Graham Elliot is in charge of that. Btw, tried his lobster corndog,sounds strange, but it was EXCELLENT!
The third thing is that it is in the heart of Chicago. Chicago is such an amazing, diverse, beautiful city. Being able to experience great music in the middle of the city with a gorgeous skyline as the backdrop is phenomenal.
If you are ever given the chance to go, TAKE IT!!
This link has great reviews about the performances. One to read is about Cee Lo Green's performance. It was beyond HORRIBLE. I understand people like to do cover songs, but a hour long set full of them? No thank you! His out fit didn't help him out any either.
http://www.spin.com/articles/live-lollapalooza-charles-marc-and-chris?aggr_node=91268&utm_source=SPIN+Media&utm_campaign=fac2859c1f-08_08_11_Newsletter_Best_of_Lolla&utm_medium=email
Monday, July 11, 2011
Where I've Been....
Oh goodness, I have been MIA these past couple months. The semester winding down is always super hectic and it was the start of concert season! I went to a variety of shows which were all amazing.
In April I went to Austin to and saw Coheed and Cambria and Kings of Leon. Coheed was beyond amazing like always. Every time I see them I think that's the best I've seen them, but they always out do themselves the next time. This show is definitely in my top five. A whole night of Coheed, what could be better?
Kings of Leon were great too. I must say those boys are so talented and so damn sexy! It was quite the treat seeing Band of Horses with them and I'm excited to see them together again in August.
Awesome video by the Band of Horses. I think this will be my signature dance now.
In May I saw Manchester Orchestra, Bob Seger and ZZ top. The Manchester show was great because Harrison Hudson was opening for them. I LOVE Harrison Hudson and that's why I'm backing his album. I believe the music he's making is great, he is truly talented. Manchester did a solid job like always, but I was more intrigued by the crowd this time. There were tons of great people watching opportunities.
Bob oh Bob! He is 61 and still killing it! I saw him a few years and he was more vibrant this time than he was then. Bob is just a true American rocker. After all these years you can tell he loves what he does and loves his fans.
I just realized ZZ Top wasn't on my Concert Bucket list when they should have been. I have always wanted to here them do the bluesy "howwhowwhowww" growl. They were a lot of fun. I really enjoyed the simplicity of their stage set. It just shows how great of entertainers they are with out all the nonsense people use these days.
June was pretty dry, filled with work and class, so I didn't get to go to any shows. I am hoping to catch one this month, but if not it's no big deal. I am going to Lollapalooza in August so that'll make up for it!!
In April I went to Austin to and saw Coheed and Cambria and Kings of Leon. Coheed was beyond amazing like always. Every time I see them I think that's the best I've seen them, but they always out do themselves the next time. This show is definitely in my top five. A whole night of Coheed, what could be better?
Kings of Leon were great too. I must say those boys are so talented and so damn sexy! It was quite the treat seeing Band of Horses with them and I'm excited to see them together again in August.
Awesome video by the Band of Horses. I think this will be my signature dance now.
In May I saw Manchester Orchestra, Bob Seger and ZZ top. The Manchester show was great because Harrison Hudson was opening for them. I LOVE Harrison Hudson and that's why I'm backing his album. I believe the music he's making is great, he is truly talented. Manchester did a solid job like always, but I was more intrigued by the crowd this time. There were tons of great people watching opportunities.
Bob oh Bob! He is 61 and still killing it! I saw him a few years and he was more vibrant this time than he was then. Bob is just a true American rocker. After all these years you can tell he loves what he does and loves his fans.
I just realized ZZ Top wasn't on my Concert Bucket list when they should have been. I have always wanted to here them do the bluesy "howwhowwhowww" growl. They were a lot of fun. I really enjoyed the simplicity of their stage set. It just shows how great of entertainers they are with out all the nonsense people use these days.
June was pretty dry, filled with work and class, so I didn't get to go to any shows. I am hoping to catch one this month, but if not it's no big deal. I am going to Lollapalooza in August so that'll make up for it!!
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Concerts! Concerts! Concerts!
Hello All!
Friday night I went to the Los Lonely Boys concert with my Grandma and her best friend Mary. The Los Lonely Boys are a bluesy, rock band with some Latin flair from Texas. Their freestyle guitar solos have characteristics of Stevie Ray Vaughn (love!). It was a concert unlike any that I’ve been to. The guys are great at engaging the crowd and project their feel good vibe on the audience. I really enjoyed how smoothly they transitioned sing in English to sing in Spanish. Smooth as Butter! Overall, a great show and you should all go to if you are wanting to listen to some great guitar playing. Plus, concerts with my Grandma and Mary are ALWAYS a blast!!
Speaking of Stevie Ray Vaughn, yesterday I flew into his home town, Austin, for a couple shows and to see my sister. Austin is my favorite city to visit and hopefully someday live in. They always have so much going on. I mean it is Live Music Capital of the United States.
Tomorrow I will be seeing Coheed an d Cambria, one of my favorites. This will be my like 10th time seeing Coheed and they always amaze me. This concert is going to be one for the books! It is the 10th anniversary of their first album, sstb, and they are playing it all the way through. Along with an acoustic set and much, much more!
So EXCITED!!!!!!!
Then on Tuesday I will be seeing Kings of Leon and Band of Horses! I have seen KOL before and they were soo good. I love the Followill boys. They are super talented and super sexy :)
Matthew Followill from the first time I saw them.
Stay tuned for reviews!!
Friday night I went to the Los Lonely Boys concert with my Grandma and her best friend Mary. The Los Lonely Boys are a bluesy, rock band with some Latin flair from Texas. Their freestyle guitar solos have characteristics of Stevie Ray Vaughn (love!). It was a concert unlike any that I’ve been to. The guys are great at engaging the crowd and project their feel good vibe on the audience. I really enjoyed how smoothly they transitioned sing in English to sing in Spanish. Smooth as Butter! Overall, a great show and you should all go to if you are wanting to listen to some great guitar playing. Plus, concerts with my Grandma and Mary are ALWAYS a blast!!
Speaking of Stevie Ray Vaughn, yesterday I flew into his home town, Austin, for a couple shows and to see my sister. Austin is my favorite city to visit and hopefully someday live in. They always have so much going on. I mean it is Live Music Capital of the United States.
Tomorrow I will be seeing Coheed an d Cambria, one of my favorites. This will be my like 10th time seeing Coheed and they always amaze me. This concert is going to be one for the books! It is the 10th anniversary of their first album, sstb, and they are playing it all the way through. Along with an acoustic set and much, much more!
So EXCITED!!!!!!!
Then on Tuesday I will be seeing Kings of Leon and Band of Horses! I have seen KOL before and they were soo good. I love the Followill boys. They are super talented and super sexy :)
Matthew Followill from the first time I saw them.
Stay tuned for reviews!!
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Concert Bucket List
I've been to LOTS of concerts, but there are still plenty of artists I would love to see. Here is just a preview of my Concert Bucket List.
-Aerosmith
-Elton John
-The Black Keys
-GirlTalk- I don't dance, but I would totally get down at a GirlTalk Show!
-Taking Back Sunday
-John Mayer
-Blink 182
-The Kooks
-Iron & Wine
-Monsters of Folk
-James Taylor
-KISS
-Manchester Orchestra, Kevin Devine and Brand New- I have seen them all in concert, but not all at one show. They use to do tours together A LOT and I would love for them to do it again. Like in the video below!
This makes me fall in love with them all over again.
Brand New!!!!!
My First Manchester Show and got to meet Andy Hull!!
Me with Kevin Devine and the boyfriend!
I'm positive this list will continue to grow tremendously as I continue to broaden my music pallet.
I encourage everyone to make a concert bucket list. They are fun and give you something to look forward to. Plus, it's always a nice feeling to accomplish something and check it off a list!
-Aerosmith
-Elton John
-The Black Keys
-GirlTalk- I don't dance, but I would totally get down at a GirlTalk Show!
-Taking Back Sunday
-John Mayer
-Blink 182
-The Kooks
-Iron & Wine
-Monsters of Folk
-James Taylor
-KISS
-Manchester Orchestra, Kevin Devine and Brand New- I have seen them all in concert, but not all at one show. They use to do tours together A LOT and I would love for them to do it again. Like in the video below!
This makes me fall in love with them all over again.
Brand New!!!!!
My First Manchester Show and got to meet Andy Hull!!
Me with Kevin Devine and the boyfriend!
I'm positive this list will continue to grow tremendously as I continue to broaden my music pallet.
I encourage everyone to make a concert bucket list. They are fun and give you something to look forward to. Plus, it's always a nice feeling to accomplish something and check it off a list!
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