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Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Photos / setlist / News / Live Reviews Live review: Grids

Posted By on Tue, Feb 8, 2011 at 11:14 AM

Grids, Double Negative, Hawks, Chronic Youth, Bukkake Boys

The Milestone

Feb. 4, 2011

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The Deal: Charlotte hardcore trio Grids performs final show with a bunch of their friends.

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New Releases / News This week's new releases (2/8/2011)

Posted By on Tue, Feb 8, 2011 at 10:26 AM

Here's a quick rundown of what's new in stores this week:

And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead Tao of the Dead

Nicole Atkins Mondo Amore

Jessica Lea Mayfield Tell Me

Motorhead The World Is Yours

Over the Rhine Long Surrender

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News / Music Menu George McConnell and The Nonchalants (2-8-2011)

Posted By on Tue, Feb 8, 2011 at 8:53 AM

GEORGE MCCONNELL AND THE NONCHALANTS Singer and guitarist George McConnell has made a history of his own for being in such bands as Kudzu Kings, Beanland and Widespread Panic, but with the formation of his new band, The Nonchalants, he is proving to make some of his best work. Just shy of two years as a group, George McConnell and The Nonchalants continue to travel the Southeast, spreading their musical mixture of blues, rock 'n' roll and jazz to the masses. Expect the release of a second album this year. The Philosopher's Stone Tavern. www.philosophersstonetavern.com.(Johnathan Cruse)

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Monday, February 7, 2011

Videos / News The Spiveys... coming soon video

Posted By on Mon, Feb 7, 2011 at 2:26 PM

Charlotte band The Spiveys has released a teaser video to promote its upcoming, debut album. The band is working with Joe Kuhlmann and if you've caught their live show, you know they've got a solid rock sound, great stage presence and the ability to draw a listener in with its lyrics.

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News / Live Reviews Live review: Emotron, The Have and the Have Nots, Mortal Man, Music Hates You

Posted By on Mon, Feb 7, 2011 at 9:37 AM

Emotron, The Have and the Have Nots, Mortal Man, Music Hates You

The Milestone

Feb. 3, 2011

The Deal: Some of my most noteworthy musical experiences have been at Milestone shows with regionally touring bands. I have discovered some of my favorite music that I would've never known of by taking a risk and going out to a show that I know nothing or little about. Thursday, February 3 one of my favorite acts (discovered in this manner) The Emotron, was coming through from the Atlanta area and playing with the Charlotte-native, The Have and the Have Nots, Mortal Man (Wilmington) and Music Hates You (Athens, Ga.). I couldn't miss the opportunity to see such an eclectic array of regional music in the same night and indulge in the talent coming from surrounding areas.

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News / Music Menu Robert Plant and the Band of Joy tonight (2-7-2011)

Posted By on Mon, Feb 7, 2011 at 9:30 AM

ROBERT PLANT AND THE BAND OF JOY Known for Led Zeppelin, Robert Plant has found himself outside of the rock spotlight in recent years for something a little more Americana. After his Grammy win with Alison Krauss, Plant has now reformed the Band of Joy, which offers a brand of folk music and features Patty Griffin among his bandmates. With North Mississippi Allstars. $46-$76. 8 p.m. Ovens Auditorium. www.ovensauditorium.com.

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Saturday, February 5, 2011

News / Music Menu California Guitar Trio, Dark Star Orchestra, Modern Primitives tonight (2-5-11)

Posted By on Sat, Feb 5, 2011 at 8:52 AM

CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO Originally coming together playing with (Robert) Fripp's League of Crafty Guitarists, the California Guitar Trio's evolved virtuosity on guitars creates spacey originals, classical interpretations, jazz, surf and covers ranging from "Bohemian Rhapsody" (makes sense) to "Freebird" (huh?). But they make it work, with otherworldly playing and the ability to rise out of the fretwork to write fine original compositions, as well. Their newest released is the aptly titled Andromeda. $15. The Evening Muse. www.theeveningmuse.com. (Shukla)

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DARK STAR ORCHESTRA The only tribute band I know of to play note-perfect (and note-not-so-perfect, as the case may be) entire shows of their host band — The Grateful Dead, in this case — in their entirety, DSO so impressed Dead members Bob Weir and Phil Lesh that the pair signed guitarist John Kadlecik to join their band Furthur. Since forming, the band has performed over 1,800 shows, which means they may well be tighter than the Dead themselves were toward the end of the line. What show are you going to get? Who knows. But they may well be due for some Barton Hall/Europe '72 action soon. As with the Dead, you never know just what you're going to get. $24-$26. Neighborhood Theatre. www.neighborhoodtheatre.com. (Davis)

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MODERN PRIMITIVES The first time I saw the Modern Primitives play live, they were rocking a jam packed living room in Plaza Midwood, complete with hot chicks, drunks and crowd surfers coming dangerously close to ceiling fans. I can only imagine what they'll do on an actual stage. The fairly new Charlotte rock outfit is moving crowds with upbeat surf rock that's raw, catchy and chaotic. Secret Hospital and Motel Glory are also on the bill. $5. Snug Harbor. www.snugrock.com. (McCray)

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Friday, February 4, 2011

News / Bonnaroo Latest on Bonnaroo rumors

Posted By on Fri, Feb 4, 2011 at 2:52 PM

Rumor has it that Arcade Fire and My Morning Jacket will headline Friday night at Bonnaroo. The rumor mill continues that Robert Plant with Band of Joy and Widespread Panic will headline on Sunday.

In other news, Robyn has announced tour dates that include Bonnaroo.

Personally, I don't think MMJ/AF has quite the drawing power that headliners in years past have had when you compare them to acts like The Police, Pearl Jam, Stevie Wonder, Jay-Z, Kings of Leon, Metallica, etc. There isn't the same amount of widespread, mainstream recognition. Don't get me wrong, both acts have a rabid fanbase, but how many people would buy tickets based on those headliners alone? I guess they're hoping for a st

Now, if they would just release the official lineup already!

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10-in-10 CD Reviews / News 10-in-10 CD reviews

Posted By on Fri, Feb 4, 2011 at 2:37 PM

Each Friday (or as often as we can), we review 10 recently released CDs in 10 words each:

Joe Lovano Bird Songs — Grammy-winning saxophonist tackles, explores the music of Charlie Parker.

Chas Sanford Wag More Bark Less — Artist combines pop, rock for country-hinted radio friendly songs.

Prolif Kochise Intellectual Property — Raleigh artist brings hip-hop over some classic soul tracks.

Kate Jacobs Home Game — Folk songwriter sounds a bit childlike in her singing style.

John Lefebvre Initial Album — Zevon-esque singer started late in life, has old-school style.

Puritan Rodeo Puritan Rodeo — Band’s twangy style fuses bluegrass, vaudeville into something more Americana.

Ponderosa Moonlight Revival — Atlanta band takes page from rock notebook of Black Crowes.

Bridges and Powerlines Eve — New York City indie pop quartet sounds a bit whiny.

James Vincent McMorrow Early in the Morning — Irish singer releases debut album of falsetto soaked folk tunes.

Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real— Band’s brand of rock offers high-pitched vocals, twang hints.

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News / Music Menu NOFX, Grids, Terrence Simien and the Zydeco Experience (2-4-2011)

Posted By on Fri, Feb 4, 2011 at 8:53 AM

NOFX The Cali goofballs formed in 1983 and are still kicking with their good-time punk-pop tossed around with dub and power-punk. All is game, political commentary, drunken blabbering, self-mockery, with often satiric and punchy lyrics that on many songs rise above the "poke in the eye" punk prose. They've umpteen E.P.'s, records, singles and comps to their credit. Also on the bill are the Bouncing Souls, Cobra Skulls and Old Man Markely. $35.25. The Fillmore Charlotte.www.livenation.com. (Shukla)

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GRIDS With a simple, "This is the last time we'll play a show," Charlotte trio Grids announced on its website that they're calling it quits. Drummer Bobby Michaud is leaving, so... that's it. The group's furious energetic rock is made for blowing the doors off of music clubs. I still expect a lot from Michaud, bassist Gus Engstrom and singer/guitarist Rob Davis in the future. It's not too late — say it ain't so! With Double Negative, Chronic Youth, Hawks, Bukkake Boys. $6-$8. 9 p.m. The Milestone.www.themilestoneclub.com. (Jeff Hahne)

TERRANCE SIMIEN AND THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE Simien's zydeco, tinged with R&B and soul and layered with richly textured accordion playing, is among the purest Louisiana has to offer. Simien's swirling sound makes for a lot of action on the dance floor, but he's much more than just a flesh-and-blood jukebox. His take on traditional zydeco mixed with other Southern roots influences produces a new, more soulful brand of the famous traditional Cajun music that manages to stay faithful to the swamp while charting new waters. Simien's soulful singing suggests Otis Redding, and his songwriting suggests his music deserves ears everywhere, not just in bayou country. Free. Davidson College. www.davidson.edu. (Timothy C. Davis)

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