I haven't gone to many show over the past six months, but there are several concerts coming up that I don't want to miss.
11/1: Shudder To Think in LA
11/2: Shudder To Think at the Fillmore in SF
I met Craig back around '97 or '98 in Austin. Shudder To Think played Emo's on a Wednesday so cover was a criminal two bucks. We ended up standing next to each other at the bar, waiting for our drinks, started talking, and have been friends ever since. I have waited a decade to see one of my favorite bands of all time again. (Also, this video - not my favorite David Wain production):
11/22: My Brightest Diamond with Clare & the Reasons at Swedish American Hall in SF
11/30: Azure Ray in LA
12/11: Wildbirds & Peacedrums at Bottom of the Hill in SF
It's been years since Azure Ray has toured; in the meantime Maria and Orenda went their own ways to release solo records. This is a one off show, not yet part of a larger tour. I miss those Azure Ray harmonies. Also, slip dresses and scooters:
I've seen My Brightest Diamond, the brainchild of Shara Worden, twice now and both shows were full productions: she definitely brings the theatre. But beyond her wit, fanciful outfits, immaculate hairdos, and absolute shredding on guitar, her voice is the star of her show. Can't wait to hear it in the delicate, old-wood acoustics of the Swedish American Hall.
Owing to Shara's impeccable taste, I'm already checking out the artist she's bringing with her on tour: Clare & the Reasons.
Shara was the one who tipped me off to Wildbirds & Peacedrums, whose debut record Heartcore tops my Best of 2008 list so far. Mariam Wallentin's voice is a universe unto itself, a true original. This show will be a revelation, I guarantee it. Get your tickets now!
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