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Recent Events ReviewsMonday, November 23 2009
Future of the Left: 29 October 2009 - Washington, DCCome on, people. Stop sleeping on one of the most invigorating bands to come down the pike in years. Friday, November 20 2009
Bob Dylan: 31 October 2009 - ChicagoOn Halloween night when Bob Dylan and his band took the stage at the Aragon in Chicago, the audience members, some of whom were clad in costume, erupted in wild applause. Thursday, November 19 2009
Twelfth Night: 19 December 2009 - LondonUltimately, even Shakespeare’s comedies are judged by just one standard: whether or not they are funny. And this Twelfth Night is hilarious. Wednesday, November 18 2009
Noah and the Whale: 29 October 2009 - ChicagoNoah and the Whale slowly leave the stage. Tired as they must be, their humble expressions hint that they are exceedingly grateful that we’ve come to see them tonight. Tuesday, November 17 2009
Broadcast + Atlas Sound: 17 October 2009 - Washington DCLovers of left-of-the-dial indie pop could have hardly conceived a better double bill in their dreams. Monday, November 16 2009
Joe Bonamassa: 24 October 2009 - ChicagoLike those around me I’m pinned to my chair. It’s just Joe and an acoustic and I’m astonished. In fact, I’ve never heard anything like it. Friday, November 13 2009
Pearl Jam: 31 October 2009 - PhiladelphiaThis was Pearl Jam’s final night out of four at Philadelphia’s Spectrum and during the surreal evening, Pearl Jam astounded the audience with rarities and unleashed their energy in a fitting finale for the historic Spectrum. Thursday, November 12 2009Wednesday, November 11 2009
The Black Crowes: 22 October 2009 - PhoenixSinger/ringleader Chris Robinson was in high spirits as he led the band through a crowd pleasing set that concluded the first leg of the band's fall tour. Tuesday, November 10 2009
Múm: 23 October 2009 - Washington, DCIt's impossible to watch Múm perform without a dumb smile on your face. Monday, November 9 2009
Rhett Miller: 16 October 2009 - ChicagoMiller is a constant ball of effusive energy, bobbing up and down and flashing that shy, embracing smile. It’s clear that this band loves to entertain. Friday, November 6 2009
Yeah Yeah Yeahs: 23 September 2009 - New YorkTo cap off their stellar year, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs captivated a massive hometown crowd at the legendary Radio City Music Hall. Thursday, November 5 2009
Yo La Tengo: 6 October 2009 - ChicagoEven in the moments when they seem to be teetering on the edge of control, like during one of Ira’s guitar tirades, every single note and squall of feedback feels necessary. Wednesday, November 4 2009
Mirah: 10 October 2009 - New YorkMirah established her versatility as a musician while unintentionally proving that song choice truly can make or break an entire performance. |
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