Kristen’s 2012 Mix – Track 19 – Augustana

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I spend all year going to shows and collecting songs and pictures and stories. I’ve spent the last month or so compiling some of my top musical memories into a music mix with accompanying booklet (my favorite little crafting project). So, here I share with you my top tracks of 2012.

Enjoy!!

Augustana

I saw Augustana several times this year, including one special Dan Layus solo gig at The Hotel Cafe.  This band has fast become one of my favorites and I still think their 2011 CD is one of the most underrated releases. Looking forward to more from this band in the new year

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~ Kristen

Kristen’s 2012 Mix – Track 18 – Belmont Lights

Posted on by Kristen

I spend all year going to shows and collecting songs and pictures and stories. I’ve spent the last month or so compiling some of my top musical memories into a music mix with accompanying booklet (my favorite little crafting project). So, here I share with you my top tracks of 2012.

Enjoy!!

Belmont Lights

This song, I discovered while on vacation in Hawaii over the summer. I finally saw the band in November, and was pleased. Belmont Lights is one of those bands oozing with potential!

https://soundcloud.com/belmontlightsmusic/belmont-lights-halfway

~ Kristen

Kristen’s 2012 Mix – Track 17 – NEEDTOBREATHE

Posted on by Kristen

I spend all year going to shows and collecting songs and pictures and stories. I’ve spent the last month or so compiling some of my top musical memories into a music mix with accompanying booklet (my favorite little crafting project). So, here I share with you my top tracks of 2012.

Enjoy!!

NTB2

I’ve seen a lot of great shows this year, but if I had to pick just one to rise above the rest, I might have to go with NEEDTOBREATHE at the San Diego Aquarium. This is one of the best, most dynamic and generally inspiring bands I have seen and being front row as they played in an intimate setting over some tide pools as the sun was setting over the ocean…well, it just doesn’t get much better.

~ Kristen

Kristen’s 2012 Mix – Track 16 – We Are Augustines

Posted on by Kristen

I spend all year going to shows and collecting songs and pictures and stories. I’ve spent the last month or so compiling some of my top musical memories into a music mix with accompanying booklet (my favorite little crafting project). So, here I share with you my top tracks of 2012.

Enjoy!!

We Are Augustines

We Are Augustines get the award for best festival band of 2012. Their sets at both Coachella and Bonnaroo far surpassed the more established acts. There is something about the way they connect to the audience…it’s really hard to capture in words or even in a recording of one of their songs…just go see them!

https://soundcloud.com/weareaugustines/philadelphia-the-city-of

~ Kristen

Kristen’s 2012 Mix – Track 15 – Harper Blynn

Posted on by Kristen

I spend all year going to shows and collecting songs and pictures and stories. I’ve spent the last month or so compiling some of my top musical memories into a music mix with accompanying booklet (my favorite little crafting project). So, here I share with you my top tracks of 2012.

Enjoy!!

Harper Blynn

You can’t be a Hotel Cafe regular without having seen Harper Blynn several times over the last year. Between their Hotel Cafe residencies and the fact that they are the best backing band in town, you really can’t miss them…and you don’t really want to.

https://soundcloud.com/harper-blynn/busy-hands-empty-hearts

~ Kristen

Amanda’s SD Concert Calendar 12/31-1/6

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Happy New Year!!! I know it’s a touch early but I thought I’d just put that out there. I hope you all have an enjoyable and safe New Years. Don’t drink and drive. Have lots of fun no matter what you do 🙂

 

Monday: Dirty Sweet @ Griffin at 9pm – Sold Out
AND: Get Back Loretta, Blackout Party, Little Hurricane @ Lafayette at 9pm -Sold Out
AND: Reverend Horton Heat @ Belly Up at 9pm
AND: Big Night San Diego feat: The Silent Comedy at 9pm
AND: Steve Poltz and Friends @ Casbah at 9pm $15/$20
AND: Rocking New Years Eve w/The Trip @ Anthology at 6:30pm and 9:30pm
AND: New Mexico @ Soda Bar at 9pm

Tuesday: Happy New Year!! We survived! Rest up!

Wednesday: The Short Eyes @ Griffin at 8:45pm

Thursday: Rhythm and the Method @ Belly Up at 8pm
AND: The Fixtures and The Midwinters @ Soda Bar at 8:30pm
AND: Social Distortion @ House of Blues at 7:30pm- Sold Out

Friday: Griever @ Che Cafe at 9pm
AND: Social Distortion @ House of Blues at 7:30pm- Sold Out

Saturday: Jamar Rogers, The Western Scene, and The Young Romans @ Griffin at 9pm
AND: Royal Teeth @ Soda Bar at 9pm
AND: Social Distortion @ House of Blues at 7:30pm- Sold Out

Sunday: Benefit for Hurricane Sandy Victims feat: The Pettybreakers and Ron Blair of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Keith Scott of Bryan Adams, and Jesse Valenzuela of Gin Blossoms @ Belly Up at 7:30pm

 

Keep in Mind:
January 8th- Sum 41 @ House of Blues
January 13th- Keane and Youngblood Hawke @ House of Blues
January 21st- Muse @ Valley View Casino Center
January 27th- Ben Folds Five @ House of Blues
February 1st- Pinback @ House of Blues
February 3rd- Augustana @ Griffin
February 4th- ZZ Ward @ Belly Up
February 5th- The Who @ Valley View Casino Center
February 12th- Ed Sheeran @ Spreckles
February 15th- Ra Ra Riot @ Belly Up
February 27th- The Used @ House of Blues
March 7th- Flogging Molly @ House of Blues
March 7th- Hey Marseilles!
March 12th- Frightened Rabbit @ Belly Up
March 18th- Imagine Dragons, Nico Vega, and Atlas Genius @ House of Blues
March 30th- The Airborne Toxic Event @ House of Blues
April 17th- Alex Clare @ House of Blues

Amanda’s SD Concert Calendar 12/31-1/6

Posted on by Amanda

Happy New Year!!! I know it’s a touch early but I thought I’d just put that out there. I hope you all have an enjoyable and safe New Years. Don’t drink and drive. Have lots of fun no matter what you do 🙂
 

Monday: Dirty Sweet @ Griffin at 9pm – Sold Out
AND: Get Back Loretta, Blackout Party, Little Hurricane @ Lafayette at 9pm -Sold Out
AND: Reverend Horton Heat @ Belly Up at 9pm
AND: Big Night San Diego feat: The Silent Comedy at 9pm
AND: Steve Poltz and Friends @ Casbah at 9pm $15/$20
AND: Rocking New Years Eve w/The Trip @ Anthology at 6:30pm and 9:30pm
AND: New Mexico @ Soda Bar at 9pm

Tuesday: Happy New Year!! We survived! Rest up!

Wednesday: The Short Eyes @ Griffin at 8:45pm

Thursday: Rhythm and the Method @ Belly Up at 8pm
AND: The Fixtures and The Midwinters @ Soda Bar at 8:30pm
AND: Social Distortion @ House of Blues at 7:30pm- Sold Out

Friday: Griever @ Che Cafe at 9pm
AND: Social Distortion @ House of Blues at 7:30pm- Sold Out

Saturday: Jamar Rogers, The Western Scene, and The Young Romans @ Griffin at 9pm
AND: Royal Teeth @ Soda Bar at 9pm
AND: Social Distortion @ House of Blues at 7:30pm- Sold Out

Sunday: Benefit for Hurricane Sandy Victims feat: The Pettybreakers and Ron Blair of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Keith Scott of Bryan Adams, and Jesse Valenzuela of Gin Blossoms @ Belly Up at 7:30pm

 

Keep in Mind:
January 8th- Sum 41 @ House of Blues
January 13th- Keane and Youngblood Hawke @ House of Blues
January 21st- Muse @ Valley View Casino Center
January 27th- Ben Folds Five @ House of Blues
February 1st- Pinback @ House of Blues
February 3rd- Augustana @ Griffin
February 4th- ZZ Ward @ Belly Up
February 5th- The Who @ Valley View Casino Center
February 12th- Ed Sheeran @ Spreckles
February 15th- Ra Ra Riot @ Belly Up
February 27th- The Used @ House of Blues
March 7th- Flogging Molly @ House of Blues
March 7th- Hey Marseilles!
March 12th- Frightened Rabbit @ Belly Up
March 18th- Imagine Dragons, Nico Vega, and Atlas Genius @ House of Blues
March 30th- The Airborne Toxic Event @ House of Blues
April 17th- Alex Clare @ House of Blues