Vic Chesnutt & Elf Power 2009 Tour
Posted on January 5, 2009
Just a reminder that later this month Vic Chesnutt & Elf Power head out together for a tour that begins in the U.S., and then expands through Europe. They’re supporting their collaborative album, Dark Developments, which is available now through Orange Twin (and a sample track is in the mix at our newly-updated streaming Jukebox).
Squeezed into their schedule is a stop at Carnegie Hall on March 11 to particpate in a gala tribute to the music of R.E.M. The Apples in Stereo will also be appearing (as well as many others).
Finally, it should be noted that the Elf Power/Vic Chesnutt stop in Philadelphia on January 25th will feature opening band Folklore, fronted by Elf Power’s Jimmy Hughes. This is Folklore’s first show since moving from Athens to Philly, and features a brand new lineup, including Chad Arnett (guitar), Nick Bronson (trumpet), Charlie Biando (bass), Scott Churchman (upright bass), Avalon Clare (clarinet), Jason Henn (drums), Andrew Keller(viola), Yianni Kourmadas (bass clarinet), and Cheryl Nguyen (violin). If you’re in the area, be sure to check it out.
Vic Chesnutt and Elf Power - 2009 Dark Developments Tour
01/21/09 Chapel Hil, NC @ Local 506
01/22/09 Washington, DC @ Black Cat Backstage
01/23/09 New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom
01/24/09 Boston, MA @ Middle East Upstairs
01/25/09 Philadelphia, PA @ North Star Bar
01/26/09 State College, PA @ Chronic Town
01/27/09 Pittsburgh, PA @ Garfield Artworks
01/28/09 Pontiac, MI @ Pike Room at Crofoot
01/29/09 Chicago, IL @ Empty Bottle
01/30/09 Madison, WI @ High Noon Saloon
01/31/09 Minneapolis, MN @ 400 Bar
02/01/09 Rock Island, IL @ Huckleberry’s
02/02/09 Indianapolis, IN @ Locals Only
02/03/09 Nashville, TN @ Exit/IN
02/04/09 Asheville, NC @ Grey Eagle
02/05/09 Columbia, SC @ Art Bar
02/06/09 Charleston, SC @ Pourhouse
02/07/09 Athens, GA @ 40 Watt
03/14/09 Den Haag, Netherlands @ Dag In De Branding Festival
03/15/09 Antwerp, Belgium @ Arenbergschouwburg Club
03/16/09 Paris, France @ Cafe De La Danse
03/17/09 Belfort, France @ La Poudriere
03/18/09 Nancy, France @ L’Autre Canal
03/19/09 Fribourg, Switzerland @ Fri-Son
03/20/09 Turin, Italy @ Spazio
03/21/09 Ravena, Italy @ Bronson
03/22/09 Rome, Italy @ Circolo Degli Artisti
03/23/09 Milan, Italy @ Magnolia
03/24/09 St. Gallen, Switzerland @ Grabenhalle
03/25/09 Kortrijk, Belgium @ De Kreun
03/27/09 Newcastle, UK @ The Cluny
03/28/09 London, UK @ Arts Depot
03/29/09 Bristol, UK @ Cube
03/30/09 Helsinki, Finland @ Tavastia
03/31/09 Tampere, Finland @ Klubi
Filed Under Folklore, Elf Power, Tour Dates
Robbert Bobbert Review, Music Tapes Caroling Videos, and More
Posted on January 5, 2009
To catch up on a few things which occurred while we were away…
Wired Magazine is the first to offer a review of Robert Schneider’s new children’s album, Robbert Bobbert and the Bubble Machine. It’s scheduled for release February 17 on Little Monster Records.
ChartAttack hosted one of the stops on Julian Koster’s caroling tour, and shot footage of the event. Each part is available on YouTube. Here’s a link to Part 1- you should be able to find the others from there.
The Apples in Stereo have a new website where, so far, you can download both Marbles albums. Content is still being added. Also, the Apples song “Energy” is featured in a new Pepsi advertising campaign. You can get an acoustic version of the song now for 99 cents, or free with a download of New Magnetic Wonder, at the Yep Roc Records website.
Filed Under Robbert Bobbert and the Bubble Machine, Music Tapes, Marbles, Apples in Stereo
Contest: Win the Heartfast Records of Montreal/Apples in Stereo Singles
Posted on January 4, 2009
I’m back at last, and here with a brand new contest. Here’s your opportunity to win the new of Montreal and Apples in Stereo picture discs/DVDs from Heartfast Records. If you haven’t heard (and, honestly, you have), here’s the scoop. Cause We Were Virgins to Your Kisses is of Montreal’s latest single, including the tracks “Jimmy” b/w “Middle Class Ghetto,” a bonus DVD featuring behind the scenes 2007 tour footage, and beautiful artwork by Nina Barnes and David Barnes. The Apples in Stereo’s Stephen, Stephen features the title track b/w “Same Old Drag,” and a bonus DVD including the “Same Old Drag” music video and footage of Robert Schneider performing “Stephen, Stephen” on Comedy Central’s The Colbert Report. One lucky winner will take home both Heartfast singles. Just fill out the form below with your name and mailing address before midnight CST on Friday, January 16th. This contest is open to international participants. Good luck!
Filed Under of Montreal, Apples in Stereo
Video: of Montreal on Letterman 12/18/08
Posted on December 19, 2008
Well, I’m taking a much-needed Christmas break now, so barring any major news this website will be quiet for a little while. When I get back, the Optical Atlas Jukebox will be wiped clean (so enjoy those holiday tunes while you can), replaced by a brand new mix featuring dozens of Elephant 6 songs.
Meanwhile, enjoy this video from last night’s of Montreal appearance on David Letterman, performing “An Eluardian Instance.”
of Montreal - “An Eluardian Instance” (Live on The Late Show with David Letterman)
Filed Under of Montreal, Video
Video: Circulatory System - Come Away (Live at Popfest ‘08)
Posted on December 18, 2008
Thanks to lou2ser for posting this video he shot of Circulatory System at Athens PopFest 2008.
Circulatory System - Come Away (Live at Athens PopFest 2008)
Filed Under Circulatory System, Video
of Montreal on Letterman
Posted on December 18, 2008
One last reminder that of Montreal will be on the Late Show with David Letterman tonight, December 18th, at 11:30 EST, 10:30 CST, and 11:30 PST. Also, that of Montreal picture disc/DVD released by Heartfast just got a little easier to acquire, as Polyvinyl has begun stocking it in their online store.
Filed Under of Montreal