Kristen’s Concert Calendar: 11/29-12/6

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I hope everyone had a fantastic holiday weekend. I spent most of mine working. I had one musical interlude Friday night when I ventured to the El Rey to see Dawes. They provided a fun and much needed break. Seeing that I’m going into this week a bit on the exhausted and overworked side, it will be a difficult one, BUT it is the last week I have to teach so after this week, my load should lighten up a bit. Fortunately or unfortunately (depending on how much available time you have), there are quite a few exciting shows this week. I’m especially looking forward to the Scarlet Grey music video premiere event on Thursday (although I hear the video will be up Tuesday…stay tuned).

SO many great options this week. Here are mine:

Monday: John Elliot, Sally Jaye, and The Rescues at The Hotel Cafe…The Rescues are starting their winter residency. Don’t miss it! (7,8,9:30)
ALSO: Chasing Kings FREE at Silverlake Lounge (11pm)
ALSO: Paris Carney and Songwriters in the Round at Room 5 (8,9)
ALSO: Rocco Deluca and Belleruche at Bardot…free with RSVP http://www.itsaschoolnight.com/  

Tuesday: The Frames at The Avalon (7pm)
ALSO: Street Drum Corps at The Roxy (10pm)
ALSO: Kitten at The Echo (9pm) 

Weds: Eve 6 at The Troubadour (9pm)

Thursday: Scarlet Grey and Killola at The Troubadour (9:30,10:30)
ALSO: Everest at The Echo (9pm) 

Friday: Queen Caveat and Killola at The Roxy (8pm)
ALSO: Holly Conlan, Ry Cumming, and Brother Sal at The Hotel Cafe (9,11,12)
ALSO: Ernie Halter at The Troubadour (10pm)
ALSO: Brendan Bensen at Club Nokia (8pm) 

Saturday: Joe Firstman at Saint Rocke (11pm) 

Sunday: Joe Firstman at The Hotel Cafe (10pm)
ALSO: Meiko, Joey Ryan and Kenneth Pattengale at Saint Rocke (8pm)
ALSO: The Howls and Mississippi Man at Bootleg Theater (9,11) 

 

 

To Keep in Mind: 

December 11th: The Black Crowes and Truth & Salvage Co. at Hollywood Palladium
December 14th: After Midnight Project at The Key Club
December 17th-18th: The Hotel Cafe Christmas Party
January 22nd: Guster at The Music Box
Feb 9th: Tina Dico at The Troubadour
Feb 16th: Nicole Atkins at The Troubadour 

~ Kristen

Pepper’s Ghost Countdown: 8 weeks!

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go here and scroll down to January 22nd. Two words have never made me happier.

It’s been nearly 4 years since I’ve seen my favorite band take the stage. This little reunion show may not be exactly like the old days (Pawnshop Roses’ bassist Mike Walsh is rumored to be subbing in for David Hartley), but just the idea of hearing old favorites like “All I Know” be performed once again, makes me giddy with anticipation. Of course I will be there. In Philadelphia.  It won’t just be a reunion for the band. I’m hoping all the old Pepper’s Ghost family shows up to celebrate. If you are one of them (or even if you’re not), mark  your calendar now! Janurary 22nd. The Grape Room. ‘Cause you know, “it’s better when you’re here.”

~ Kristen

p.s. This video brings back SO many memories…FYI it was shot at my favorite venue (RIP The Point)

p.p.s. look forward to weekly reminders of this, one of the most anticipated events of my year.

Scarlet Grey!

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With Scarlet Grey’s Sky and I video release show less than a week away I wanted to share a story with you about one special experience with the band…

It was sometime in mid October and K and I were spending our Saturday helping at the shoot of Scarlet Grey’s newest video “The Sky and I.” Now how did we manage to score such a sweet gig you ask…

Scarlet Grey.

They posted on their Twitter and Facebook about the shoot and said they needed some assistants and would anyone want to help? First off, how many bands do you know who openly invite all their friends/fans to come help out on a video shoot? So, naturally K and I jumped at the opportunity to help our new band love and chance get to know the guys better (we had just met them a week or so before!).

Everyone on the set was so nice that it made the whole day fly by so fast! It was such an honor for me (well both of us), to share this time with them because we all were part of the process of something really special. The shoot was a blast and while I’m not at liberty to divulge any details about it, I can tell you that it will be a fantastic video. If you want a sneak peak, here is a photo Ben took from the set that day.

If you haven’t already, check out Scarlet Grey on Myspace and you can follow Ben and the band on Twitter. You will love them.

And be sure to get your tickets to the Scarlet Grey Sky and I release show on December 2nd at The Troubadour with The Young Modern, City (Comma) State, and Killola.

<3<3<3

What I am Thankful For…

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Why MUSIC of course. Music of all shapes and sizes…but mostly music that moves me in its live format. I am also thankful for all those people in my life that have a similar appreciation for music…or that simply indulge me in my obsession by accompanying me to shows.

I am thankful to be living in Los Angeles, a city that has so much to offer music-wise. I can’t imagine going back to living a life in which there weren’t opportunities for fantastic live music every night of the week.

Although, I am spending the holiday in LA…working, Thanksgiving is a time to be thinking about home. I do really wish I could be in Philadelphia this weekend. Last night was WMMR’s Gobblaroo featuring a couple fantastic LA-based bands with Philly roots (The Shakers, Fat City Reprise) as well as Stonethrown, and the debut of Philly’s hottest new band, SINAI. I wish I could have been there…if you were, I’d appreciate reviews. Also, tomorrow night at The Grape Room marks the return of The Awesome Brothers, a collaboration of some of my favorite musicians gathering together to play some of their favorite songs. Musical bliss for sure. If you’re in town, don’t’ miss it!

Happy Thanksgiving to my music-loving family (both near and far)!

~ Kristen

And on that note, I leave you with the song that’s been playing on repeat in my head all day. Jonathan Singleton’s “Airplanes.” I would like to take this moment to point out that I DO like some country music…and that I wish that Jonathan would venture back to LA…and bring The Grove with him this time.  

Amanda’s Show Calendar 11/22-11/28

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Happy Turkey Week! Or if you are of the vegetarian/vegan persuasion, Happy Tofurkey Week! I hope everyone is getting ready for a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family and loved ones with lots of good food to go with the good company. I’m spending my time with my mom and all the animals. Not sure what we are doing yet but I know there will be tons of leftovers. Even with the holiday, its a rather busy week. However, if you do anything this week, cruise to Mossy Scion and donate for the food drive. Three cans of food for the homeless will score you a show with The Howls and The Silent Comedy. It’s win/win all around 🙂

The other options for the week are as follows…

(which are a plenty!)

Monday: The Sadies and The Loons @ The Casbah @9 $10 adv/$12 day of
AND: Local Brews Local Grooves with The Smart Bros. and more! @ House of Blues San Diego @7

Tuesday: Josh Damigo @ Soda Bar @9 $3

Wednesday: Stuff a Scion w/The Howls and The Silent Comedy @ Mossy Scion 5-7
AND: Cash’d Out, Ryan Blue and Centerlight Pop @ The Casbah @9 $15
AND: The Bloodflowers @ Bar Pink @10 $FREE
AND: Jay and Mickey Smart of The Smart Bros. @ Lestats @9
AND: Mad House @ The Belly Up with Lesands and Hyena @830 $10 adv/$12 day of

Thursday: Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday: Steve Poltz @ Anthology @730/930 $22
AND: Longstay and Patrick Norton @ Soda Bar @930 $7
AND: Trans-Siberian Orchestra @ Sports Arena @3 & 8
AND: Gregory Page @ Lestats @9

Saturday: Trevor Davis @ Anthology @930 $12
AND: Little Hurricane Send Off Party w/ Miss Erika Davies and Brothers Grimm of The Silent Comedy @10
AND: Desperate Union @ House of Blues San Diego @730 $19.50 adv/$22.50 day of

Sunday: Pretty Lights @ House of Blues San Diego @630 $20.50 adv/$23.50 day of

Keep in Mind:

December 2nd-The Dead Kennedys- House of Blues San Diego
December 2nd- Lady Sinatra @ Bar Pink @930
December 3rd- John Meeks and Blackout Party @ The Casbah @9 $8 adv/$10 day of
December 5th- Passion Pit @ Soma
December 6th- Dead Feather Moon @ The Casbah @9 $6
December 10th-  Delta Spirit @ House of Blues San Diego
December 11th- FM 94.9 Holiday Hootenanny w/Black Keys, Against Me!, The Temper Trap, Sleigh Bells, and Tokyo Police Club @ Rimac Arena $40
December 15th- Wrex the Halls w/Smashing Pumpkins, My Chemical Romance, Bad Religion, Jimmy Eat World, Anberlin, Switchfoot, A Day to Remember @ Viejas Arena $36-$63
December 15th- Billy Idol @ House of Blues SD @8 $Prices Vary
December 19th- Sophie@103.7 Holiday of Miracles – A Benefit for Rady Children’s presented by Cox Communications feat. Lifehouse with Christina Perri @ House of Blues $32 or $50 adv/$32.50 or $52.50 day of
December 20th- Lesands and White Apple Tree @ The Casbah @9 $FREE
December 31st- Transfer @ The Casbah @10 $20 adv/$25 day of
January 11th- 30 Seconds to Mars @ House of Blues San Diego
January 12th- 30 Seconds to Mars @ House of Blues San Diego

Kristen’s Concert Calendar 11/22-11/28

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I hope everyone is gearing up for a lovely Thanksgiving holiday spent with family, friends, and good food. I have been charged with procuring some sort of dessert…I’m thinking pie. I’m actually really looking forward to the extended weekend as it will provide some much needed time to catch up with my lab work. Unfortunately, due I’m sure to the holiday season (and the inevitable efflux of people from Los Angeles), the music schedule is a bit light this week.

Here’s what I’m thinking for Thanksgiving week:

Monday: Dar Williams and Jessie Cole at The Hotel Cafe (9, 10:30)
ALSO: Chasing Kings FREE at Silverlake Lounge (11pm)
ALSO: Adrienne Pierce at Genghis Cohen (9pm)
ALSO: My Chemical Romance at House of Blues (8pm)
ALSO: Paris Carney and Songwriters in the Round at Room 5 (8,9) 

Tuesday: Kitten at The Echo (10pm)
ALSO: Street Drum Corps at The Roxy (10pm) 

Weds: Viza at The Key Club (10pm)
ALSO: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at The Honda Center (8pm) 

Thursday: Happy Thanksgiving 

Friday: recovering from Thanksgiving? 

Saturday: A Fine Frenzy and OK GO at Club Nokia (9pm) 

Sunday:Maxim Ludwig and the Santa Fe Seven and The Smart Brothers at Saint Rocke (9,10)

To Keep in Mind:
December 1st: Eve 6 at The Troubadour
December 2nd: Scarlet Grey at The Troubadour
December 4th: Joe Firstman at Saint Rocke
December 11th: The Black Crowes and Truth & Salvage Co. at Hollywood Palladium
January 22nd: Guster at The Music Box 

~ Kristen

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