Localized: Xkot Toxsik’s Art Faux Variety Show, Digital Lov and DJ Justin Strange – January 2009

Localized: Xkot Toxsik’s Art Faux Variety Show, Digital Lov and...
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The first Localized of 2009 brings three groups whose visual aesthetics are as important as their music. Strap on your dancing shoes, leave your inhibitions at the door and get ready to be entertained by Xkot Toxsik’s Art Faux Variety Show, Digital Lov and opener DJ Justin Strange. As always, Localized is held the second Friday of the month (Jan. 9) at the Urban Lounge and $5 gets you in. … read more

Ian G. & Self Expression Movement

Ian G. & Self Expression Movement
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SEM (Self Expression Music) is the name of a hip-hop crew. Maybe you’ve already heard of these local emcees, maybe you haven’t. … read more

Chris Murray: Unstrictly Rude

Chris Murray: Unstrictly Rude
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For the past twenty years, Chris Murray has been a unique, driving force in the worldwide ska scene. … read more

This Ain’t Royal Crown Revival!

This Ain’t Royal Crown Revival!
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Jazz is not safe music. Sex, drugs and experimentation, that’s what jazz is all about, and few modern artists get that. … read more

Tour Taught Me a Lesson: A New Perspective of Europe

Tour Taught Me a Lesson: A New Perspective of Europe
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We didn’t sleep the night before we left or during the flight. 60 hours of consciousness interrupted with three different drunk spells puts humans in the worst condition. … read more

Subrosa’s Fun Lil’ List of European Tour Tips

Subrosa’s Fun Lil’ List of European Tour Tips
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Once I asked another band where they went to make their stickers, but they wouldn’t tell me, citing their need to keep their connections secret so other bands wouldn’t have the same advantage. From that moment on, I made a vow to share every single thing I ever learned that would help another band. … read more

Localized: Danger Hailstorm, The Deathless Pros and Uncle Sam – December 2008

Localized: Danger Hailstorm, The Deathless Pros and Uncle Sam –...
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The right equipment is vital, all band members agreed. Massive cabinets are not empty show, Wim insisted. “They’re essential for the proper tone.” … read more