Bad Books at Subterranean 2/14/13; or “Andy-lightful, Devine, De-Lovely”

I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from Bad Books live show on Valentine’s Day in Chicago. Separately I’m a fan of Manchester Orchestra and even more so Kevin Devine, but I hadn’t paid much attention to the supergroup they started in 2010. Apparently I was the only one not paying attention, because the house was already packed when I showed up to the venue. … Continue reading Bad Books at Subterranean 2/14/13; or “Andy-lightful, Devine, De-Lovely”

10 Bands You Must See At Lollapalooza; and 10 To Skip

I won’t be attending Lollapalooza this year. No one on the bill jumped out at me as being worth buying a three-day pass, and the one-day pass system is just silly to me. Why would I pay $90 to see three or four bands I could see for $8-10 each in an air conditioned club? However, a hundred thousand or so of you WILL be attending, … Continue reading 10 Bands You Must See At Lollapalooza; and 10 To Skip

Sleeper Agent at Schubas 6/27/11

Something I didn’t realize before heading in to the Sleeper Agent show at Schubas last night was that this was their first time headlining a show. For the past couple months they’ve spent their time travelling across the country with fellow Kentuckians Cage the Elephant and opening for Manchester Orchestra. If you’re gonna learn how to put on a show, those are pretty good teachers. … Continue reading Sleeper Agent at Schubas 6/27/11

Sleeper Agent-From Bowling Green To Blowin’ Up

I get sent a lot of music. Of everything I receive, maybe 12 percent is good. So, when I receive something that I really enjoy, I’m pleased as punch to be able to share it with you. Such is the case with Sleeper Agent, a group of kids from Kentucky who have turned their style of fast-tempo rock ‘n’ roll into a thing of beauty. … Continue reading Sleeper Agent-From Bowling Green To Blowin’ Up