February 2012
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Are You Listening: This Week's Music News
February 20- February 24, 2012
The Brit Awards
The Brit Awards, basically the british version of the Grammys, happened this week in London. The biggest event in the British music industry had a plethora of fantastic performances and unforgettable moments. While artists such as Rihanna, Coldplay, Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran went and showed their stuff, everyone’s favorite Brit, Adele stole...
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Wynter Gordon: Mr.Mister
Lesser Dance Divas, please exit the stage, because Wynter Gordon is here for your spot. After working with such prestigious names as the Freemasons (“Believer”) and David Guetta (“Toyfriend”), Wynter is back for another run at the top of the dance charts. Her latest track, Mr. Mister, is 6 minutes of House gold. Produced by mysterious team Sato Goldschlag, this track...
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Interview: The Field Effect
From left- Nick Greico, Doug Orey, Adam Hand, Annie Hoffman Photo Cred: Michael J. Charles
INTERVIEW WITH THE FIELD EFFECT
By Jeannie L. Rodriguez
After only a year of playing together, The Field Effect –composed of guitarists Doug Orey and Nick Greico, bassist Annie Hoffman, and drummer Adam Hand— has already generated plenty of buzz around the Boston music scene. The indie rock...
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February 13-February 17, 2012
Details on Whitney’s Funeral
The biggest news in music this week is the death of Whitney Houston. The pop superstar passed at 48 years old on February 11th. This weekend she will be laid to rest in her hometown of Newark, New Jersey at her childhood church, New Hope Baptist Church. The service is private but fans can watch the service live online.
One of...
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Review of the Valentine's Day Show!
Check out the article about the show in the Berkeley Beacon!
http://www.berkeleybeacon.com/arts-and-entertainment/2012/2/16/wax-on-felt-melts-hearts-with-valentines-day
Civil Slingers House Show! →
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Album Pick of the Week
Cold War Kids- Robbers & Cowards (2007)
I can’t really think of a band out today who has a sound like the Cold War Kids. “Robbers & Cowards” is the group’s debut album and is also all you need to strengthen the argument of the previous sentence. From track one (“We Used To Vacation”) you can tell you’re in for an album that doesn’t sugar coat anything. This album is heavy; not heavy...
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One to Watch: Azealia Banks
I have to say that when I first decided to profile Azealia Banks for this blog, I was hesitant. Saying that Banks is brash is like saying that Nicki Minaj is over-the-top; both are basically true, yet nowhere near intense enough. Her debut song, a track called 212 (warning: definitely NSFW), is so filthy that it makes me blush almost every time I listen to it. Which isoften.
Honestly, Banks is...
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R.I.P. Whitney Houston →
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Are You Listening: This Week's Music News
February 6 – February 10, 2012
Don Cornelius Cause Of Death
While some may have attributed Don Cornelius’ death to health issues, they are sadly mistaken. Don Cornelius was the one responsible for his passing. Cornelius shot himself in the head according to the Los Angeles coroner that performed his autopsy.
The reasons behind Don’s suicide are still unknown and the Cornelius...
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Album Pick of the Week
Local Natives, Gorilla Manor (2010)
If you took a vinyl from Fleet Foxes, The Beach Boys and Arcade Fire (in that order), smashed them up, molded them all together and put the needle of the record player you would get Local Native’s Gorilla Manor (not literally, let’s be real here, but you know what I’m saying). This indie California five piece debut album delivers. From track one to twelve every...
Get Felt Up! →
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L U V MADONNA, Y O U YOU WANNA?
Madonna is back, and in a big way. The original material girl earned that moniker in her gold-decked Super Bowl performance on Sunday (which was watched by 114 million people, 3 million more than the actual game).
Madonna performed her catchy new single, “Gimme All Your Lovin”, a Martin Solveig- produced dance pop track that features M.I.A. and Nicki Minaj.
The football themed...
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Two Female Artists You Should Know
ZZ Ward
ZZ Ward is a gem. This new artist mixes everything and produces a three course musical meal of R&B, Soul and Hip-Hop. While you may think those three genres are too different to ever work together, ZZ Ward proves you wrong. All the genres flow together seamlessly as one musical unit. When you throw her raw and soulful voice into the mix, you have something really exciting entering...
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January 30 - February 3, 2012
Etta James Laid To Rest
Etta James was laid to rest on January 28th in Los Angeles and many people came to lament the loss of such a fantastic musician and celebrate her legacy. Stevie Wonder and Christina Aguilera both performed and talked about the impact Etta had on their lives.
Since her passing on January 20th, Etta’s album sales have gone through the roof and...
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R.I.P. Don Cornelius, creator of 'Soul Train' TV... →
January 2012
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Jack White releases new single →
Get stoked. In April, Jack White will be releasing a solo LP titled Blunderbuss. Check out the first single, “Love Interruption.”
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January 23 – January 27, 2012
Two New Tracks From Lana Del Rey’s Album
Pouty songstress Lana Del Rey had two demo tracks from her upcoming album “Born To Die” surface online earlier this month. Now the tracks have had the finishing touches put on them and clips of the tracks have been released. Del Rey’s album comes out January 31st and Lana has plans to tour. Yes…the woman who personally said...
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The Civil Slingers have a twitter!
See that link at the top of the page that says Civil Slingers? Make sure to click on it and follow them on twitter. Starting TODAY they are in the studio making some magic happen. So great ready for some awesome music, and keep your eyes and ears open for what’s happening in the near future.
https://twitter.com/#!/CivilSlingers
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January 16 - January 20, 2012
Etta James Dies At 73
The first loss in music for 2012 happened Friday, January 20. Legendary singer Etta James lost her battle to leukemia and a number of other illnesses. Not only was James fighting leukemia, her body was also dealing with kidney disease, hepatitis C and dementia. James passed in a hospital located in Riverside, California earlier today.
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January 2- January 8
New Paul McCartney Album In 2012
Paul McCartney shows once again that there is life after being a part of one of the most successful bands in the history of music. Sir Paul will be releasing an album next year that features not only Paul but also Eric Clapton and his “Ebony and Ivory” mate, Stevie Wonder.
McCartney said his album will be made up of songs from his childhood...
December 2011
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December 12 - December 16
Two Door Cinema Club And Ed Sheeran Sign Up for Ibiza Rocks And Mallorca Rocks 2012
Two Door Cinema Club and Ed Sheeran will be performing on a little island off the coast of Spain. This week, they were announced as acts for the Ibiza Rocks and Mallorca Rocks festivals in summer 2012. Ibiza and Mallorca Rocks consist of 32 shows over 16 weeks. A Mallorca Rocks show...
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Upcoming shows 12/12-12/18
Monday
Band of Horses: Paradise Rock Club
Gary Clark Jr.: TT the Bears
Colby C: Middle East Upstairs
Royal Blood: O’Brien’s Pub
Tuesday
Dir En Grey: Paradise Rock Club
Fiesta Melon: Middle East Upstairs
Black Cobra: Great Scott
Spencer & Hill: Middle East
Wednesday
Noam Pikelny: Brighton Music Hall
Ximena Sariñana: TT the Bears
The Blue Ribbons: Lizard Lounge
Tik...
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December 5 - December 9
Jimi Hendrix Park To Open In Seattle
Though creating tribute albums to celebrate beloved artists seems to be the popular thing to do in the music community for 2012, Jimi Hendrix will not be commemorated on a compact disc. Instead, the late guitarist will receive a park in his name to celebrate the legacy he created in his few years of life and his would-be 70th...
Check out our mention in College Magazine: Most... →
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WatchInterview: Heiress
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Interview: Ripe →
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Are You Listening: This Week's Music News
November 28-December 2
Madonna Makes Music With Minaj And M.I.A.
Madonna has opened the doors of her recording studio and let Nicki Minaj and M.I.A in with open arms. It’s been confirmed that Minaj and M.I.A. will appear on Madge’s next album, which will be released in spring 2012. Fans knew a collaboration was brewing when M.I.A. took to every celebrity’s favorite social networking site,...
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Berkeley Beacon article: A Fight to the Clef →
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Interview: Micah Schure
Q:When and how did you start playing guitar and singing?
A:I started playing guitar the spring break of my sophomore year of high school. We had a week off of school, I was bored, and I was jealous that my friend was getting really good at guitar. So I picked it up! I haven’t stopped since! As for singing, I’ve always been loud and singing. But I started taking it seriously junior year of high...
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WatchBattle of the Bands: December 6
November 2011
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WatchInterview: A Guy Named Guy
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Upcoming shows 11/28-12/4
Monday
Cgs Power Trio- Middle East Upstairs
Darlingside- TT the Bears
Lowman- Middle East Corner
Niche- O’Brien’s Pub
Tuesday
Allman Brothers Band- Orpheum Theatre
Crystal Stilts- Great Scott
Finleyknight- Middle East Upstairs
DJ Bl3nd- House of Blues
Wednesday
Hit the Lights- Middle East Upstairs
Bombino- Johnny D’s
Hey Rosetta!- Great Scott
Allman Brothers...
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Are You Listening: This Week's Music News
November 21 to November 25
New Ke$ha Demo Leaks Online
Pop artist Ke$ha is finally back in the news but not because of a new album or an overdose on glitter. This week, the artist’s demo “U Better Know” leaked online. The song is quite different from Ke$ha’s usual material that focuses on the life and times of constant partiers. While some may reject this new sound because it’s not the Ke$ha...
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Interview: The Civil Slingers
I had the pleasure of meeting with Joe Aaskov (Guitar/Drums/Vox), Mike Sampson (Guitar/Drums/Vox), and Sean Taggersell (Bass) of The Civil Slingers, one of the contenders for Wax’s Battle of the Bands on December 6. Here’s a short interview between me and the band:
How long have The Civil Slingers been to together?
We have been a band since the summer of 2009. So roughly one and a...
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Are You Listening: This Week's Music News
November 14 to November 18, 2011
Kelly Clarkson kicks of the New Year with a Tour
2011 is Kelly Clarkson’s comeback year. With a her single “Mr. Know It All” doing well on the charts and a second single on the way, the first American Idol winner announced this week that she will be going on tour early next year to promote her new album “Stronger.” Kelly will be visiting over 40 cities with...
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Upcoming shows 11/16-11/20
Wednesday:
Foo Fighters @ TD Garden
Trampled Turtles @ Paradise Rock Club
Mustard Plug @ Great Scott
Howl @ Church
The Bynars @ T.T. The Bears
The Northstar Session @ House of Blues
Indobox Kung Fu @ Royale
All Things Dark and Dangerous @ Middle East Upstairs
Thursday:
Richard Goode @ Boston Symphony Hall
Dark Star Orchestra @ Wilbur Theatre
Architecture in Helsinki @ Royale
Keep...
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November 7 to November 11, 2011
Adele Heads to Boston To Save Her Voice
As many ticket-holders and fans of Adele know, the phenomenal recording artist has had to cancel another sold out tour this year due to issues surrounding her vocal chords. A hemorrhage caused by a benign polyp on her vocal chord is the culprit for the cancellation of her most recent tour. The “Someone Like You” singer...
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Nas Put Amy Winehouse Song In Perspective For Producer
Rapper Heavy D dies at age 44
Major Labels to Stop Pressing CDs in 2012?
Jackson Estate Slams Conrad Murray Documentary
Former Oasis Frontman Releases First Solo Album
Upcoming shows 11/7-11/13
MONDAY (11/7)
THE MIDDLE EAST UPSTAIRS: I Fight Dragons, Protomen, Br1ght Pr1mate @8 $12 (18+)
THE MIDDLE EAST DOWNSTAIRS: Lil B @7 $20
BRIGHTON MUSIC HALL: The Sea and Cake, Brokeback, Yellowbirds @8 $15 (18+)
PARIDISE ROCK CLUB: Kingsley Flood, Jenny Dee & The Deelinquents @6 $35 (18+)
TUESDAY (11/8)
TT BEARS: Robert Schwartzan, Ocean Grove, Voxhaul Broadcast @8:50 $12
THE MIDDLE EAST...