For the last year at least I had heard my buddy talk and talk about Paper Route and how they are his favorite band so when they came to town, I figured it was only right I check out the show. I’m sure glad I did and can’t wait to see them again. Here’s my review which appears in the November 1 issue of Vegas SEVEN.
Last weekend I headed over to Mandalay Bay for the Bob Dylan concert; figured I hadn’t seen him live in a while and this may be the last time I get to see him live. With Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits fame serving as the opening act, it was a double billing of great music. Check out my review which ran in the November 1 issue of Vegas SEVEN.
If you are a friend of mine or read this blog you know I am a big fan of Youngblood Hawke so as these kids keep blowing up, the posts will continue. Check out the below, new video for “Stars (Hold On)” of their self titled EP and follow-up to the contagious “We Come Running.”
Cool other YBH item, they are part of an insane FIFA ’13 soundtrack.
I’m a Bruno Mars fan, I really am. If you’ve seen him live you know what kind of entertainer he is and how talented his band is as well. I’m looking forward to his new album dropping this winter and digging his first single “Locked Out Of Heaven” but a couple observations. When I listen I hear two distinct things besides his vocals; the first that he had to have gotten inspiration for the beat from The Police and second is that he took a sample from Foster The People’s own remix/updated intro for “Pumped Up Kicks” (if you don’t believe me, listen here and fast forward to the 1:40 mark). I’ll still listen to the track and it’s most likely going to make it onto the next playlist. And if you haven’t heard the song yet, check it out below.
TGIF! Back with a new Five For Friday to get you through the weekend.
Wow, to have been in Paris tonight where the Rolling Stones performed a gig for $20! Check out this story from Reuters.
By Dominique Vidalon and Johnny Cotton
PARIS (Reuters) – The Rolling Stones performed an energetic warm-up gig in Paris on Thursday for a few hundred fans after announcing on Twitter that tickets would go on sale for 15 euros ($19.45) just hours in advance.
“I can’t believe we’re all still standing up, you’d think by now one or two of us would be sitting down, but we’re not,” lead singer Mick Jagger, 69, told fans at the Trabendo, a 700-capacity venue in northern Paris, during the 75 minute surprise show.
Fans said the small space created an optimal setting for the show which kicked off with “Route 66” and ended with “Brown Sugar”.
“We were right next to them, we could see them perfectly,” said one French fan who gave his name as Gianni. “It was a very small room and they were running all over the stage…they seemed really happy.”
Some got an additional perk after the show, as Jagger signed autographs before being whisked away in a black Mercedes sedan.
Earlier this month, the band announced they would perform four concerts at large arenas – two in London and two near New York – to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Their last world tour ended in 2007.
But fans have complained about high ticket prices, which range from 95 pounds ($150) to as much as 950 pounds for a “VIP hospitality” seat. Tickets have been offered online for several thousands pounds each, British media has reported.
The Paris music scene has been awash with rumours that the Stones will also play to bankers invited by Paris-based investment house Carmignac Gestion at a theatre in the heart of Paris on Monday.
In recent years, Carmignac has recruited former Velvet Underground frontman Lou Reed and British rocker Rod Stewart to play similar gigs, usually to an exclusive audience.
Carmignac sent out mystery invitations giving the date and location of what it called “the biggest secret event of the year” without identifying the performer. The investment house has declined to comment.
On Thursday, the band banned mobile phones, cameras, video equipment and recording devices from those going into the gig.
Some fans drove to Paris from as far away as Germany.
Sebastian Baaske said he set off in his car from Hanover, Germany on Wednesday afternoon in hopes of securing a ticket.
“My girlfriend said I’d regret it if I didn’t… It’s all worth it,” the 35-year-old Baaske said.
The Rolling Stones will play the O2 Arena in the British capital on November 25 and 29 before crossing the Atlantic to perform at the Prudential Center, Newark, on December 13 and 15.
A name with a suffix: Gary Clark Jr.
Who? C’mon you all know this guitar wiz from Austin, Texas.
What? The MUCH anticipated first major studio album, Blak & Blu has finally arrived.
Why you should listen? Because this is just an incredible album of rock and soul music with sweet guitar licks, moving vocals and a sound that the music biz has been longing for.
A reason you’ll be excited? If you are a music fan I’m finding it hard for you to not be excited about this album.
Why I’m excited: Having seen him a couple times live I can say this dude can flat out play and wow crowds. There’s a reason why Eric Clapton asked him to play his Crossroads Tour a few years back and why Jay-Z had him as the only artist to perform both days of the Made In America Festival and why he was invited to the White House to play alongside BB King, Mick Jagger, Jeff Beck, Buddy Guy, Derrick Trucks, Warren Haynes…ok you get the point.
If you like: Rock and roll!
Final thoughts: “When My Train Pulls In,” “Travis County” and “Please Come Home” just listen to these three songs please.
A slice of rock and roll history is alive and well in New York again as The Capitol has been restored and rocking once again. Check out the video HERE from CBS This Morning.
Back from a disappearing act for a little bit with a Five For Friday to get your weekend kicking into drive.
Do You Hear The Music? 