popwreckoning » sxsw http://popwreckoning.com without music, life would be a mistake. Sun, 25 Dec 2011 10:15:36 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 End of 2011: Casey Osburn http://popwreckoning.com/2011/12/25/end-of-2011-casey-osburn/ http://popwreckoning.com/2011/12/25/end-of-2011-casey-osburn/#comments Sun, 25 Dec 2011 07:13:27 +0000 Casey Osburn http://popwreckoning.com/?p=37121

Top 3 Albums of 2011:

  • Sainthood Reps – Monoculture
  • – The Perpetual Machine
  • – Yuck

Honorable Mentions

Into It. Over It. – Proper
Former Thieves - The Language That We Speak
Surfer Blood – Tarot Classics
Mixtapes – Maps and Comparisons

Best Show of 2011:

2011 has been a great year for . My first year at which included amazing shows such as the Topshelf Records and Count Your Lucky Stars Showcase, seeing Aziz Ansari, and especially the MidCoast Takeover were all great. I saw Junius and Caspian for the first time and they were incredible. So, to sum it up, was my best show(s) of 2011.
Most Anticipated in 2012:

Touring more. Also, albums from:

Most Overrated in 2011:

  • Dubstep
  • Google+

Favorite Musical Memory of the Year:

Joie de Vivre’s last show ever that wasn’t actually their last show ever. I was on and happened to have a day off before Chicago which landed on the same day as Joie de Vivre’s “last show” in Rockford. So, naturally, I convinced everyone that we should go. And it was definitely worth it.  All of my favorite people and bands in the same place at the same time, best bro-downs, best memories.

 

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So, there’s this band whose CD has been playing in my car constantly since seeing them at Crosstown Station a while back. They’re called and they’re from , .

It was one of those impulsive “I’m going to see this show, it could be really awesome or really terrifying” kind of nights. Well, it was definitely the former.

TBLSH has been on since September throughout the entire and . They even made a PSA video about their tour.

If they played the whole tour like they did in KC, I’m sure they are making an impact in every single venue. They are just one of those bands. The kind you dance to the entire night, get their songs stuck in your head for weeks, and that you can’t seem to get enough of.

Sitting down with them before the show I could tell it would be an eventful night. Between the laid back personalities and the kindness of every member, they treated me like I had known them for months.

TBLSH is fronted by bassist and lead vocals, Jack O’Brien who’s stage presence pulls the audience in. Although, it could be his long hair and epic moustache that makes him so memorable.

These guys know how to rock, plain and simple. Their sound is a fusion of blues, funk and southern rock all mashed together making a beautiful blend that appeals to any loving rock n’ roll fan.

There’s this moment in their live show that sticks out the most. During a dynamic guitar solo from Curtis Roush, all four band members dancing around the stage stop to snap their fingers in the microphone.

After giving their self-titled a listen, the snapping has easily become my favorite part of their . About halfway through the 10 minute track “Garden of the Gods,” I find myself snapping along with ease and usually rocking out the solo in my car.

Oh, and they have a keytar. Any band with a keytar is a win in my book.

These guys took home six awards at 2011, including Band of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Bassist, Best Keyboardist, and Best Producer. They have played , appeared on the cover of The Austin Chronicle twice, were featured in ’s What’s Next and have sold out multiple venues in Austin and across the U.S.

The Bright Light Social Hour is a band we all need to keep our eyes on. They’re going places.

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Australian duo have announced a fall headlining kicking off at City Limits Festival on September 16 in support of their sophomore full-length, Walls, which was released in April on Mom + Pop . An Horse have kept busy on the road since in March touring the both headlining, supporting Manchester Orchestra, playing at Bamboozle Fest in Jersey, as well as touring , Germany and Australia. The band is heading to Osheaga Festival in Montreal followed by a performance at Lollapalooza in Chicago.

go on sale to the public this Thursday, July 28 at 12pm, and fans can go to www.anhorse.com to take advantage of pre-sale opportunities. Below are a list of tour dates:

8/6/11 – Chicago, IL @ Lollaplooza
9/16/11 – Austin, TX @
9/18/11 – St. Louis, MO @ The Old Rock House
9/20/11 – Akron, OH @ Musica
9/21/11 – Bloomington, IN @ The Bishop
9/22/11 – Chicago, IL @ Beat Kitchen
9/23/11 – Iowa City, IA @ The Mill
9/24/11 – Lawrence, KS @ The Jackpot
9/26/11 – Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive
9/27/11 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court
9/28/11 – Boise, ID @ Neurolux
9/30/11 – Seattle, WA @ El Corzon Lounge
10/1/11 – Portland, OR @ Bunk Bar
10/3/11 – Oakland, CA @ The New Parish
10/4/11 – San Luis Obispo, CA @ S.L.O. Brewing Company
10/15/11 – Jacksonville, FL @ Underbelly

www.anhorse.com

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During the hectic time that is , Bethany and Casey met up with O’Brother. Bethany does all the talking, Casey watches and laughs occasionally. 

. “ with O’Brother”

O’Brother will be out with The Dear Hunter this summer. For dates and to listen to some tunes, check out their Facebook. You can also go to their label page on Favorite Gentlemen.

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Casey and Bethany talked to at the Atlantic/Chop Shop Records Showcase during this year.

You can check the full out below:

. SXSW interview with Portugal. The Man.

Their In The Mountain In The Cloud will be available July 19 on Atlantic Records. Pre-order now at portugaltheman.com!

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Philadelphia’s will play ten shows with in June, beginning with a stop at Los Angeles’ Greek Theatre on June 23rd. The band will then join Gomez for four east coast dates.

Good Old War has built a considerable following over the past year as support for , , , and . The band, already popular veterans of and , became a fan favorite on this year’s second stage at .

The trio’s self-titled debuted at #2 on Billboard’s Heatseekers Chart, reaching #1 on iTunes Singer/Songwriter chart and #1 overall at Amazon. They’ve now sold over 40,000 albums on their independent label, Sargent House. Good Old War is currently recording their third , expected to be released in late 2011.

Good Old War with Alison Krauss

06/23  Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theater
06/24  Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl
06/28  Jacksonville, OR @ Britt Pavilion
06/29  Troutdale, OR @ Edgefield
07/01  Boise, ID @ Idaho Botanical Gardens
07/04  Calgary, AB @ Jack Singer Hall
07/05  Edmonton, AB @ Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
07/07  Vancouver, BC @ Vancouver Island
07/08  Redmond, WA @ Marymoor Amphitheater
07/09  Bend, OR @ Les Schwab Amphitheater
07/10  Stateline, NV @ Lake Tahoe’s Harvey’s Outdoor Arena

Good Old War with Gomez

07/12  Boston, MA @ The Paradise
07/14  York, NY @ Terminal 5
07/15  Philadelphia, PA @ Theater of Living Arts
07/18  Washington D.C. @ 9:30 Club

For more information check out www.goodoldwar.com

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Indie-pop quartet will be opening for Panic! At the Disco along with . at the in this Sunday,  June 12th. Their , The Golden Age of Knowhere (released March 29th), was produced by (, ) and mixed by (, , ). They’ve already performed on David Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel, and have supported the likes of The Faint, , The Mars Volta, and Crystal Castles.

Amongst the insane amount of momentum they are gaining globally, Funeral Party is an Band to Watch for 2011 and they performed several sets at last March in . With all of this press, they are definitely a band to see sooner, rather than later!

So how would you like two to go see Funeral Party and fun. supporting Panic! At the Disco at the Beaumont Club in Kansas City on June 12th? Leave a comment below by 12pm on Friday, June 10th telling the name of your favorite Funeral Party song and why. The comment that stands out to the Editors the most, wins.

Please remember to include a working email address so we might contact you about picking up your tickets.

 

 

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]]> http://popwreckoning.com/2011/06/06/win-tickets-for-funeral-party-panic-at-the-disco-and-fun-at-the-beaumont-club/feed/ 6 PopWreckoning and Element Recording Studios Present: KC Mixtape http://popwreckoning.com/2011/05/27/popwreckoning-and-element-recording-studios-present-kc-mixtape/ http://popwreckoning.com/2011/05/27/popwreckoning-and-element-recording-studios-present-kc-mixtape/#comments Fri, 27 May 2011 17:00:27 +0000 Casey Osburn http://popwreckoning.com/?p=32476

A mixtape for you to enjoy! For FREE.

teamed up with Element Recording Studios to put together a compilation CD to take to South by Southwest. Now that everyone is back to their normal lives here in KC – the mixtape is available for your listening pleasure!

For a physical copy please email your name, mailing address and phone number to casey@popwreckoning.com. No shipping fees are necessary, it’s 100% completely free. There are limited numbers available and once they’re gone – they’re gone!

Artwork was done courtesy of Studio N8 – make sure to check out his website !

Tracklisting:
1. Root & Stem – Desert Roses
2. The Sour Babies – Vagaries & Cemeteries
3. Soft Reeds – Brave World
4. The Caves – Weekend Blues
5. The – Merry Make it With Me
6. The Architects – Heartbreaker
7. Spirit is the Spirit – Seafarer
8. Lucky Graves – Torch
9. Bryant Carter Band – One Lane Bridge
10. Jenny Carr – Places I’d Like to Go
11. Kirsten Paludan – Under My Skin
12. Full Bloods – Candy
13. Everyday/Everynight – You’ve Died in a Dream
14. Hipshot Killer – Straight Line
15. Various Blonde – Ringtone Junky
16. Jessica’s Box – 10 Chinese Buffet
17. Beautiful Bodies – You & I

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, based has made quite a name for himself. Not only is he the front man for the indie folk rock band , but he’s ventured out into the solo world as well, under the moniker . He used to his advantage to some tunes of his own and though I wasn’t even in attendance, I can tell you they were well-received.

I was lucky enough to experience The Rocketboys firsthand in a live setting, and let me tell you, it was fantastic. I have always held the belief that when a band is better live than they are on the , that’s when you’ve found a true gem. When a recording can’t express everything that a band is, that’s how you know. That’s the real ; those are the passionate ones. And though I only briefly met them on a college town stop in the middle of Missouri over a year ago, I bought two albums on the spot and don’t regret a dime of it.

Brandon Kinder’s solo material released under the name The Wealthy West definitely sounds like the material I’m so familiar with, but it has a more intimate and acoustic feel to it. Kinder’s songs are accessible and he has a knack for heartfelt storytelling. His music has a touch of an Americana feel that I’m sure is thanks to his Austin roots. It’s simple and that’s why I think I’m so drawn to it. The first song “Love Is Not Enough” is simply an acoustic guitar, a keyboard and Kinder’s soulful voice singing earnestly and honestly. “Another Bad Idea” features touches of banjo and tinkling percussion; the steady tempo and bright percussion balances nicely with the melancholy lyrics. “Give Me Resurrection” is quiet and intimate with whispered vocals. “You cannot take my love away” is repeated over and over throughout the song with subtle backing vocals to create a truly beautiful piece. “Home” picks up in tempo slightly and features a more hopeful sound with plucked guitars, harmonica, accordion, and banjo as well as female vocals which really add character and warmth. The short and sweet wraps up nicely with the now-familiar melancholy musical and lyrical sounds in “Not A Pretty Pair”. It’s a small sample of what’s to come in future volumes, clocking in at a mere fifteen minutes. But I assure you it’s a fifteen minutes well spent.

Be sure and give Brandon Kinder’s music a listen. It’s passionate and simple, and you can’t go wrong with a sweet voice and an acoustic guitar.

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Casey kidnapped the and got a quick between sets at the Atlantic Records/Chop-Shop Showcase. Listen!

. “Interview with: The Republic Tigers

Their , No Land’s Man, was released on April 18. Pick up a copy at your local record store or hit up iTunes.

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