14 Tuesday May 2013
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Peter Frampton’s Guitar Circus summer tour hits the road late this month, and one of its stops will be Aug. 18, a Sunday, at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. For that performance, Frampton is bringing with him the king of the blues, B.B. King, and Sonny Landreth.
Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/2013/05/09/4227499/on-the-way-guitar-royalty.html#storylink=cpy
14 Tuesday May 2013
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Making movies will play Wakarusa!
“Organizers of the 2013 Wakarusa Music Festival have announced the times and stages for the four-day festival at Mulberry Mountain in Ozark, Ark. It runs May 30 to June 2. The festival opens at noon May 30, a Thursday. Among the bands on the bill: Galactic, Calexico, the Black Crowes, Sound Tribe Sector 9, Of Monsters and Men, Umphrey’s McGee, ZZ Ward, Grouplove. Gogol Bordello and Widespread Panic. Local acts on the bill: Making Movies and the dance/aerial troupe Quixotic.”
Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/2013/05/08/4225702/wakarusa-announces-its-four-day.html#storylink=cpy
10 Wednesday Apr 2013
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By: KC Fan View Staff
Middle of the Map Fest was awesome. So much exposure to so many bands. I didn’t see a single band that I didn’t like. Despite that, I did have a little trouble finding an “unmade” band that blew me away. That all changed when I walked into the Riot Room on Saturday at about 6:30pm. Courtney Sharp was running the sound board in her usual amazing way. The beneficiary of her talent was Six Percent. They were killing it.
Six Percent is not a new band. They formed back in the second half of the 90’s and had sufficient success to place them on the stage with such acts as Smashing Pumpkins, 311, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Slipknot and Norma Jean. After a long hiatus, they reformed in 2010 and starting writing anew. The performance on Saturday was nothing short of stellar. For those that remember The Urge out of St. Louis, this band is a very close comp. Brass Punk is how I want to describe it. Three trombone players punching you in the face, layered over the top of deep rock guitar tones and slamming drums, all combined with a lead singer that pogo’d dangerously close to the ceiling of the Riot Room. It was sick. I was in heaven. The new EP, “Old Routines,” is being released very soon. Don’t be scared. Click the link below, “like” the band and go to their CD release party. I promise you won’t regret it.
Band link: http://www.facebook.com/sixpercentkc
09 Tuesday Apr 2013
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Cherokee Rock Rifle – Concert Review – Riot Room Patio – April 6, 2013
Written by KC Fan View Staff
Photo by: Unknown (Shared from Middle of the Map Fest’s Facebook public wall)
Ready. Aim. Stagedive! Cherokee Rock Rifle (CRR) started out my day on Saturday. After the previous night, I needed a little hair of the dog. CRR did not let me down. I live for rock, so this is one of my favorite KC bands. CRR dove right into their infectious riff oriented rock to a packed Riot Room patio. For me, CRR is a kind of modern day Nazareth – without the cowbell. In this case, the SOB you need to avoid messing with is El Dutch, the lead singer. To be fair, Dutch is pretty much the opposite of a SOB, which makes me like this band even more. That aside, he just has that nasty, raspy voice thing going on that makes you a little angry and happy at the same time. Singing down the barrel of his modified shotgun/microphone stand, El Dutch got the crowd riled up enough to support his early afternoon stage dive, which I am willing to bet was the first of the day.
CRR recently recorded a new EP that is being released in the very near future. Attendees were fortunate enough to get a glimpse into what we can expect to hear on the EP. CRR is clearly staying true to the style and sound of their first EP. In the midst of all the fake electronic music and pure hearted americana that dominates the airwaves at the moment, CRR is the place to be for those that like to roll in the dirt. The CD release party has been scheduled, so click the link below, give this band some love and let’s all get behind these guys.
Band site: http://www.facebook.com/kcrockrifle
07 Sunday Apr 2013
Posted in Entertainment, Radio, rock
Waiting For her Husband to come home .. M.I.A.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=YQtu82DasmY
Watch the music video here..
Tribute to Billie D. Harris – By Joyce Ann Ashley
The 62-year search by Peggy Seale Harris for her husband, Lt. Billie Dowe Harris, who was listed as missing in action in France during World War II.
When Billie Dowe Harris and Peggy Seale married on Sept. 22, 1943, they were like most young couples of that time – young, in love and full of hope. Despite the fact that the United States was fully involved in World War II, and lives were being changed daily, the 2nd Lt. and his bride were full of confidence in the future as they said their vows. Little did they realize how very different that future would be.
READ MORE HERE CLICK LINK BELOW
http://www.354thpmfg.com/BillieDHarris_part1.html
Credits
Billie D. Harris: Joyce Ann Ashley, Family Life Editor – The Vernon Daily Record.
Alton and Gaye Harvey.
04 Monday Mar 2013
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Beautiful Bodies – INVINCIBLE (Live at the Midland Theater)
Shot By: Brian Hicks, Samantha Levi & Clinton Martens.
Camera Assistant’s: Casey “Ozzy” Osburn & Emily Katz.
http://twitter.com/BeautifulBodiez
instagram – @TheBeautifulBodies
Local Kansas City Band The Beautiful Bodies
The Video Really Shows the enthusiasm of the local Kansas City Scene
2013 Beautiful Bodies
INVINCIBLE LYRICS:
VERSE 1:
You ever have one of those days
When you’re so fed up
You might not make it through
Oh but you do
You ever have one of those days
When your mind won’t stop
You think it tells the truth
You get so confused
PRE:
I know you don’t think you’ll make it out alive
but I know you’ll see this through
CHORUS:
I don’t give a damn about running with the in crowd
I don’t give a f**k about being this out loud
Say it now
Say it now
We are invincible
I don’t give a sh*t about what you’re thinking
I don’t give a thought about what you’re drinking
Say it now
Say it now
We are invincible
VERSE2
Back to black your mind is full
You and I know that were so far behind
But there’s still time
Everyday is a chance to change
Gotta make a move
It’s something you must prove
You get so confused
BRIDGE:
I never thought that there was an answer
I never thought there ever was an answer
04 Monday Mar 2013
Posted in Entertainment, Folk Rock, Live, Radio
I had chance to talk to singer/songwriter of Wake Owl, Colyn Cameron, as well as the guitarist and violinist. They were in Kansas City for a concert at the Riot Room on Sunday, March 3rd. I asked them which songs on their debut EP Wild Country were their favorite. They like Gold and Wild Country the most. They informed me that their new video for “Wild Country” has recently premiered on MTV Hive!
As I was talking to them you could see the fatigue in their eyes. It’s been a somewhat long tour and they still have a few shows left, including multiple performances at SXSW in Austin, TX in mid-March and the Sasquatch Music Festival at The Gorge in Quincy, WA May 24th through 27th. This many shows has to be overwhelming for such a new band.
As I watched the band perform, the audience and the band were very subdued at first. However, as soon as the band started playing the songs from the EP the audience and the band seemed to connect and then started to come alive. I enjoyed their music immensely, especially the violin parts. They were very subtle but also brought a very unique characteristic to their music. I found that quite inspiring. I think u should catch them the next time they come through Kansas City. In the meantime, head over to http://www.wakeowl.com.
19 Tuesday Feb 2013
11 Monday Feb 2013
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Drew Black and Dirty Electric – Concert Review – The RecordBar – February 9, 2013
Written by KC Fan View Staff
Garage rock is a loud and loose purging of emotional frustration. It’s dirty and it’s electric. When it comes to Drew Black and Dirty Electric, the name fits. Made up of band members with multiple commitments to other bands in town, I was a bit surprised at how well Drew Black and Dirty Electric fit together. I guess it’s no surprise that Drew Black seemed to be the driving creative force for the band. I got the impression that he would have a difficult time writing a song anywhere other than a bathroom, but in context, I guess that makes sense. Terra Peal plucked her bass with notable precision and Michelle Bacon’s hard hitting drums filled the RecordBar with a slamming vibe. I do want to call some special attention to Zach Hodson, however, as I felt he really left it on the stage. The entire band performed great, but sometimes one just stands out and on this particular evening, it was Zach. In particular, on “Dead Kings and Queens,” Zach’s sonic experimentation felt like a lonely and disillusioned walk after drinking way too much. I consider that to be a good thing. When music transports a person anywhere, it is a powerful performance. I’d liken the tonal character and energy of Drew Black and Dirty Electric to something like a Black Keys and Sonic Youth cocktail, shaken and with a sprinkle of black gun powder on top. Tasty stuff, but you might need a napkin cuz it’s . . . dirty.
Band site: http://www.reverbnation.com/drewblackanddirtyelectric
22 Tuesday Jan 2013
Posted in Entertainment, Live, Radio
KEANE – Concert Review – The Midland – January 20, 2013
written by Kc Fan View
Keane’s “Strangeland” tour-stopped in KC this past Sunday and, in case you didn’t know, KC loves this band. The line of Keane fans were wrapped around The Midland waiting for the doors to open. Once inside, the fans packed the Midland full. Keane is a four member band from East Sussex led by Tom Chaplin on vocals. For me, this band could have been called The Tom Chaplin show and it would have made perfect sense. Few singers have the vocal tone, strength, depth and endurance that you get from Tom Chaplin. I certainly wouldn’t want to undermine the talent of the band that backs him, but the song structures and absence of instrumental solos contribute to the focus on Chaplin’s voice. Granted, the focus is deserved. Chaplin is a showman who sings his songs with conviction, but the band shares his conviction. At one point, I thought “this would be a great end of the day song to calm my nerves,” however, the band was throwing down and rocking out. It struck me as a little comical, but I guess music moves different people in different ways. The 20 and 30 something crowd that showed up for Keane was clearly moved by this band. I suspect they were all driving home talking about how Chaplin’s amazing vocals were spot on for the entire hour and a half long set. I guess us post-teens are just suckers for a great vocalist. Also, at one point, I am pretty sure I heard Chaplin say that they got into KC the night before the show and hit a local bar to check out the local music scene. How many big acts do that? Very cool.
That Night was Also Alice 102 Fm’s Birthday Bash Congrats for 2 years of supporting Local Music Happy Birthday .
Alice 102 fm did a live stream of Keane before the concert in the Alice Lounge it was Put Together by Paul Chandler Of http://www.kc-radio.com and http://www.alice102.com
Click link Below For The Livestream
