Cure for the Mondays: Kate Nash - "Fri-End?"

Kate Nash - "Fri-End?"

Here's something fun to get you through your Monday.



The UK's dynamic Kate Nash is a wonderfully energetic bundle of feminist power. Having branched out on her own, 2013 has been a great year for this young woman, having released her 3rd full-length album Girl Talk to fan applause and critical acclaim. Never one to take a breather, Nash has follow it up with the FRI-END? EP and is preparing for a North American tour. Though not quite scheduled, she'll be in our neighborhood and we can only hope she'll pop in sometime around December.

Quick Pick: Austin Lucas @ Dante's 10/15

Photo By Mark A Lawrence IV

Tuesday, October 15th
Austin Lucas
Lee Bains III & The Glory Fires / Eric Schwieterman / Jeremy Wilson
Dante's
350 West Burnside
Doors: 8PM/ Show: 9PM
Adv.: $8/ Day Of: $8
21 & Over

Born with a coal miners soul, the music of Austin Lucas has a certain honesty to it. As though told through the revealing golden light of bourbon his songs are achingly beautiful tales. Able to possess you, there is something comforting to them  like the creek of hardwood floors or your Grandfather's voice. 
Three years ago I caught his set at the White Eagle and I haven't been able to get that show out of my head ever since. The depth of his voice and the purity of his guitar left an impression I can't easily explain. If I'm lucky,  that same magic will fill the air of Dante's this Tuesday night.
With his latest album Stay Reckless out on the New West label, Lucas should be flush with new material. Joining him on stage is a list of great supporting acts, so even though it's a weeknight make sure you don't miss this show.

Living Room Performance: Austin Lucas - "Sun and Snow"

Austin Lucas - "Sun and Snow"

September 13th, 2008

Suburban Home warehouse



A songwriter of the highest caliber, Austin Lucas can do things with just six-strings and his voice that few others can. With a heart full of bluegrass and a soul shaped by whiskey and pain this artist creates some of the most stirring songs you'll ever hear. Make sure you catch him this Tuesday evening when he plays Dante's.

Here's the Details:

Tuesday, October 15th
Austin Lucas
Lee Bains III & The Glory Fires / Eric Schwieterman / Jeremy Wilson
Dante's
350 West Burnside
Doors: 8PM/ Show:9PM
Adv.:$8/ Day Of:$8
21 & Over

Cure for the Mondays: Guitar Wolf - "Jet Generation"

Guitar Wolf - "Jet Generation"

Japanese guitar rockers will save us all!!!


The guitar frenzy of Japan's Guitar Wolf is precise and driven like a six string katana attack. Their bold rock'n'roll is wildly vicious and is awe inspiring so make sure that you catch them this Friday at Dante's. Here's the details.    

Thursday, October 10th
Dante's
350 W Burnside St
Doors:8PM / Show:9PM
Adv.:$13.50 /Day Of: $13.50
21 & Over

Tuesday Double Feature: The Black Belles "What Can I Do?" & The Coathangers "Derek's Song"

With two boldly powerful female acts, this weeks Tuesday Double Feature is dedicated to the women. So ladies show us how it's done.

The Black Belles - "What Can I Do?"


Oozing with the gothic sensuality of Elvira and late night horror flicks The Black Belles play a mean garage blues-rock that's filled with tell-tale beats and wailing guitars. Having caught the attention of Jack White, he was quick to put this quartet of dark beauties on his Third Man Records Label and produced their Debut self-titled album in 2011. The last we heard of the Belles was the 7" release of their "Wishing Well" in 2012 so I'm crossing my fingers that we'll hear from them soon.


The Coathangers - "Derek's Song"


Based out of Atlanta, the all female punk band The Coathangers is know for the strength of their live performance and their playfulness. But don't be fooled, these girl know how to play around but their music is all guts and no fear and they'll kick your ass on or off the stage. Currently touring with the Japanese rock gods Guitar Wolf, the girls will be gracing our fair city in just under a week, so guys put on your big boy pants and come see how the women do it.

Here's the Details:

Thursday, October 10th
Dante's
350 W Burnside St
Doors:8PM / Show:9PM
Adv.:$13.50 /Day Of: $13.50
21 & Over

Cure for the Mondays: Blood on the Dance Floor - "Bewitched"

Blood on the Dance Floor - "Bewitched"

W.T.F.



Arizona transplants Dahvie Vanity and Jayy Von Monroe make up the electronica duo of Blood On the Dance Floor. With a danceable pop sound and a look of a heyday of Mötley Crüe, this band is an oddly interesting mix of sensory input. I'm a little confused, but I kind of like it. With the release of their latest album Bad Blood earlier this month the duo is on the road in support with both North American and European dates. If everything goes accordingly the boys will swing through our neck of the woods for a show at the Hawthorne Theater on December 14th. Take a listen and a chance, you might be surprised.

Living Room Performance: Lucius - "Go Home"

Lucius - "Go Home"

Sycamore Bar and Flowershop

Brooklyn, New York

2013


Hauntingly beautiful, the music of Lucius is ripe with rustic blues elements, demanding percusion and a two part vocal harmony that makes the heart ache. In preparation of the release of their debut album Wildewoman October 15th  on the Mom + Pop Label, the band is bringing their renowned live show to Portland next week. Here are the details and make sure you catch them this time around cause this bands sure to blow up in the next few months and you'll want to be ahead of the curve.

Details:
Wednesday, October 9th
Bunk Bar
1028 SE Water Ave #103
Doors: 8PM / Show:9PM
Cover: $12
21 & Over