We’re bringing BOWERBIRDS back and this time they’ll be in the Ballroom. North Carolina’s Bowerbirds ease back with loose folk housed within rattling, melodious walls of reluctantly alluring songcraft, resplendent acoustic guitar and accordion-based pop informed by aviary treks and abandoned cabin reflections. The soaring observational harmonies of Phil Moore and Beth Tacular are especially recommended for fans of Devendra Banhart and Bonnie “Prince” Billy – those rustic new-folk singers who make it so easy to think you’re the only one they’re singing to. They’re supporting their latest for the incredibly faultless Dead Oceans Records. Bowerbirds will be joined by Jagjaguawar’s Julie Doiron, herself a veteran of cool ’90s Canadian rockers Eric’s Trip. Doiron plugs in blissed-out, fuzzed-out pop sound textures to back her endearing lyrics and guitar work; “A sorta folkie St. Vincent” comes to mind, although Doiron’s relatively bare music is totally her own – and more direct.
Backseat Sandbar and The 930 Listening Room are excited to bring two fantastic artists to the stage on December 14th. London (England) native Bobby Long has been touring the U.S. and Europe since earlier in the year captivating audiences with his blues/folk sound; largely inspired by his heroes Woodie Guthrie, Elliot Smith and Bob Dylan. Bobby has independently released a 10-song recording of original material called Dirty Pond Songs which is available at his shows. The single from Dirty Pond Songs, “Left To Lie,” reached #1 on iTunes “Unsigned” chart and #8 on the Folk chart. His Louisville appearance will be one of the last chances to see him perform before he heads off for a brief European tour the beginning of next year.
Opening the night will be Louisville’s own, Justin Lewis. Justin recently released his first album entitled Man in Motion and has been receiving a tremendous response, including significant play on WFPK and maintaining a 6 week streak at #1 on iTunes acoustic alternative radio. His bluesy riverboat voice sounds as if he’s seen too many rough days, smoking and drinking, but somehow everything balances out for a cool and smooth sailing. His performance will definitely be a treat.
Tickets for the show are $12 ($15 day of) and are on sale now at the930.org and ear x-tacy. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. See you there.
This may have been one of the best shows in Louisville this year and only 50 or so people got to enjoy it. The Bowerbirds are touring for their new album, Upper Air, which is a great follow-up to Hymns of a Dark Horse (Dead Oceans). Both albums are worth owning and being able to hear a handful of tracks from each was a huge treat. They played at the 930 Listening Room which was a nice compliment to their style and sound. Coffee, low-lights, a comfortable chair and the Bowerbirds basically singing to you individually. After a lot of shows, I leave felling worn-out, but after this show, I was energized from the positive atmosphere. Small banter in between songs made the experience that much more memorable. Since you probably weren’t there, check out this video for a taste from the evening…
Backseat Sandbar and The 930 Listening Room are excited to bring two fantastic artists to the stage December 14th. London (England) native Bobby Long has been touring the U.S. and Europe since earlier in the year captivating audiences with his blues/folk sound; largely inspired by his heroes Woodie Guthrie, Elliot Smith and Bob Dylan. Bobby has independently released a 10-song recording of original material called Dirty Pond Songs which is available at his shows. The single from Dirty Pond Songs, “Left To Lie,” reached #1 on iTunes “Unsigned” chart and #8 on the Folk chart. His Louisville appearance will be one of the last chances to see him perform before he heads off for a brief European tour the beginning of next year.
Opening the night will be Louisville’s own, Justin Lewis. Justin recently released his first album entitled Man in Motion and has been receiving a tremendous response, including significant play on WFPK and maintaining a 6 week streak at #1 on iTunes acoustic alternative radio. His bluesy riverboat voice sounds as if he’s seen too many rough days, smoking and drinking, but somehow everything balances out for a cool and smooth sailing. His performance will definitely be a treat.
Tickets for the show are $12 ($15 day of) and are on sale now at the930.org and ear x-tacy. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Come out and support these amazing artists!
Saturday, November 21, 2009 @ 8 p.m. / 7:30 p.m. doors open / All ages / General admission, standing room only / $17 advance, $20 at the door / Tickets at ear X-tacy and the930.org / BUY TICKETS
In August 2009, a friend, a brother, a son, and a husband…. Jason Noble was diagnosed with cancer. Please visit this website for details of his recovery: www.caringbridge.org/visit/jasonnoble
There is much history between Jason, and Shellac and Shannon… this event is a celebration of the many collaborations and friendships that have developed through all of their music.
The irony of organizing a benefit in his honor, is that Jason is usually the one putting the benefit together… for someone / something else. Through the past few weeks, Jason and Kristin have shown strength, unfailing humor, and relentless positivity. This event is an a means to give them a little bit of positivity in return…
Backseat Sandbar and The 930 Listening Room are excited to bring two fantastic artists to the stage December 14th. London (England) native Bobby Long has been touring the U.S. and Europe since earlier in the year captivating audiences with his blues/folk sound; largely inspired by his heroes Woodie Guthrie, Elliot Smith and Bob Dylan. Bobby has independently released a 10-song recording of original material called Dirty Pond Songs which is available at his shows. The single from Dirty Pond Songs, “Left To Lie,” reached #1 on iTunes “Unsigned” chart and #8 on the Folk chart. His Louisville appearance will be one of the last chances to see him perform before he heads off for a brief European tour the beginning of next year.
Opening the night will be Louisville’s own, Justin Lewis. Justin recently released his first album entitled Man in Motion and has been receiving a tremendous response, including significant play on WFPK and maintaining a 6 week streak at #1 on iTunes acoustic alternative radio. His bluesy riverboat voice sounds as if he’s seen too many rough days, smoking and drinking, but somehow everything balances out for a cool and smooth sailing. His performance will definitely be a treat.
Tickets for the show are $12 ($15 day of) and are on sale now at the930.org and ear x-tacy. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Come out and support these amazing artists!
Bowerbirds arecoming to Louisville’s 930 Listening Room on Monday, November 16, 2009. If you recall, Backseat Sandbar was super excited when Bowerbirds were supposed to come to the 930 with Bon Iver back in August 2008, but the show was canceled by Bon Iver when he was added to the Wilco tour. While last time around, the show would have been supporting the re-release of Hymns of a Dark Horse on Dead Oceans, but this time they’re out for Upper Air (Dead Oceans, July 7, 2009). Moving from the existential themes of Hymns of a Dark Horse, Upper Air displays deeply confessional and uniquely personal experiences…no longer are they bystanders viewing the world objectively, but rather are fully engaged in the world…a sentiment no doubt developed through their extensive touring since they first hit the scene.
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Louisville’s The Parade Schedule will open. Doors open @ 7:30p & show at 8p / All ages / General admission, limited seating / $10 / Tickets on sale at the930.org and ear X-tacy. Buy tickets .
Saturday, November 21, 2009 @ 8 p.m. / 7:30 p.m. doors open / All ages / $17 advance, $20 at the door / Tickets on sale Friday, October 9 at 10 a.m. at ear X-tacy and the930.org
In August 2009, a friend, a brother, a son, and a husband…. Jason Noble was diagnosed with cancer. Please visit this website for details of his recovery: www.caringbridge.org/visit/jasonnoble
There is much history between Jason, and Shellac and Shannon… this event is a celebration of the many collaborations and friendships that have developed through all of their music.
The irony of organizing a benefit in his honor, is that Jason is usually the one putting the benefit together… for someone / something else. Through the past few weeks, Jason and Kristin have shown strength, unfailing humor, and relentless positivity. This event is an a means to give them a little bit of positivity in return…
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The 930 has two rooms for concerts.
The larger room has 450 seats.
The smaller room can hold 250 standing or 175 seated.
Genres: Americana, singer-songwriter, quirky indie rock, bluegrass/old-timey all do well
Vandaveerwill be playing at the 930 Listening Room on Thursday, September 10, 2009. Two of my favorite local acts, Squeeze-bot and Brother Stephen will open. Doors at 7:00pm and there is a $5 cover (best deal in town). It is an all ages show.
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Vandaveer- However Many Takes it Takes [audio=http://www.vandaveer.net/media/Vandaveer_-_However_Many_Takes_It_Takes.mp3]
Backseat Sandbar and The 930 Listening Room are excited to bring London (England) native Bobby Long to Louisville for one of his final stops in his American tour that kicks off in NYC in just a couple of days. We had the chance to see Bobby in Nashville in April and were blown away. You can see our review of the show here and a sample of his music below. Bobby’s acoustic folk style tracks are reminiscent of and were inspired by some of his favorite musicians: Elliott Smith, Tom Waits, and Mississippi John Hurt, just to name a few. One reviewer described his music as this:
“He’s got the soul of Van Morrison, Jeff Buckley and Ray Charles, the storytelling ability of Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, and Tom Waits, all of whom are listed as his musical influences. But…he doesn’t copy them or try to be them, he effortlessly fits with them.” source
Tickets will be $12.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. They can be purchased at Ear X-tacy or online at the930.org.
Vandaveer will be playing at the 930 Listening Room on Friday, June 5, 2009. Jamie Barnes and Judd & Maggie are also on the bill. Judging by the flyer, Jamie may be the headliner. Tickets are just $5 bucks. Doors at 7:30pm. It is an all ages show.
Vandaveer- However Many Takes it Takes [audio=http://www.vandaveer.net/media/Vandaveer_-_However_Many_Takes_It_Takes.mp3]
Vandaveer’s Tour Schedule
5/22 – Arlington, VA – IOTA Club & Cafe ~ w/ Last Train Home
5/23 – Annapolis, MD – Ram’s Head Tavern
5/25 – NYC – Le Poisson Rouge
5/26 – Brooklyn, NY – Sycamore – Hooves On The Turf Presents…
5/27 – Providence, RI – Tazza Caffe
5/28 – Winooski, VT – Monkey House
5/29 – Montague, MA – The Montague Bookmill
5/30 – Portland, ME – One Longfellow Square
6/03 – Evanston, IL – Space ~ w/ Pieta Brown
6/04 – Indianapolis, IN – Radio Radio 6/05 – Louisville, KY – 930 Listening Roomw/ Jamie Barnes
6/06 – Champaign, IL – Cowboy Monkey 6/07 – Lexington, KY – The Green Lantern ~ w/ Killer Meteor
6/08 – Nashville, TN – The Basement
6/09 – Cincinnati, OH – Southgate House
6/11 – Roanoke, VA – Kirk Avenue Music Hall
6/13 – Brooklyn, NY – Northside Festival @ the Trophy Bar
6/16 – Washington, DC – DC9 ~ w/ Lost In The Trees and Englishman
Saturday, June 13, 2009 @ 8 p.m. / Doors open @ 7 p.m. / All ages / $15 advance, $18 day of show / Tickets on sale now at the930.org
The 930 is very excited to welcome back one of America’s most treasured guitarists, Bill Frisell; this time with his trio featuring Tony Scherr and Kenny Wolleson.
“It’s hard to find a more fruitful meditation on American music than in the compositions of guitarist Bill Frisell. Mixing rock and country with jazz and blues, he’s found what connects them: improvisation and a sense of play. Unlike other pastichists, who tend to duck passion, Mr. Frisell plays up the pleasure in the music and also takes on another often-avoided subject, tenderness.” – The New York Times
“Bill Frisell is the Clark Kent of the electric guitar. Soft-spoken and self-effacing in conversation, he apparently breathes in lungfuls of raw fire when he straps on his (guitar)…His music is not what is typically called jazz, though it turns on improvisation; it’s not rock’n roll; and it sure ain’t that tired dinosaur called fusion. In one of the biggest leaps of imagination since the Yardbirds and Jimi Hendrix, Frisell coaxes and slams his hovering split-toned ax into shapes of things to come…But besides being a guitar genius, he’s turned into a terrific songwriter. Like Monk, Frisell’s harmonic and melodic ideas form a succinct, seamless mesh with outer sonic and rhythmic ideas about his ax.” – Spin
Nashville’s Lambchop came to Louisville on Thursday night and absolutely blew away The 930. Frontman, Kurt Wagner, stayed seated the whole show, but moved the crowd with his deep, rhaspy filled with pauses and drops. He draws constant comparison to Kris Kristofferson, but I would throw Leonard Cohen and Tom Waits (two of my very favorites) on the list. This is a man you want to have a beer with, or at least know someone who had a beer with him. Minus a few corny jokes from his bandmates, the performance was truly moving. I knew the show was great when they walked off the stage, but this was one of those shows that I have thought about every day since. Whether it was sitting and listening to a record or driving to work, I would pause and think, “Damn that show was amazing.”
Sapat opened and showed why we love them so much here and gain a new fan in Kurt Wagner, who carried on about how much he loved their set. The stage wasn’t even big enough to handle the whole group as some members had to sit off stage with their instrument. At points their set seemed like a throwback to Slint, which I can’t complain about. While much different than the Terrastock set, it still knocked the wind out of my lungs.
Nashville’s Lambchop will be playing at The 930 with Sapat on January 22, 2009. I am really looking forward to this show as it was only a month ago that I first heard their new album, OH (Ohio), and fell in love with frontman, Kurt Wagner’s rhaspy voice on each lyrically-focused track. He draws constant comparison to Kris Kristofferson, but I would throw Leonard Cohen and Tom Waits (two of my very favorites) on the list. Combine Lambchop with local super-group Sapat (who put on a great show at Terrastock) and start running out of excuses for not going.
Tickets are available at ear X-tacy for $10 bucks. They will be $12 on the day of the show. Doors open at 7pm.
On a side note, Lambchop’s OH (Ohio) ablum art may take the cake for 2008 (edging Throw Me The Statute’s Lolita). You can see it below. The cover art is titled “New Orleans Police Beating.”
Lambchop- National Talk Like a Pirate Day [audio=http://www.mergerecords.com/audio/lambchop/talklikepirate.mp3]
