Remember 2009? Damn, what a good year! "I Gotta Feeling" was on the radio, Silly Bandz were stacked on our wrists, and this was the Internet craze your family sent you over and over Those were simpler times, and the brighter days of '09 feel so far away. But sometimes, a band, a song, an … Continue reading Phoenix Bring Nostalgia, Unstoppable Hits to the Midland
Shoebox Money Unleashes Live Recordings, Prep New Music
Shoebox Money, the Lawrence-based four piece blues-rock band can be found playing shows at an alarming rate. They're almost consistently performing showcases and headlining gigs throughout the Midwest. The band has now released a compliation of live songs recorded at KKFI 90.1 in Kansas City, MO. The first track, "Riverside" is a bluesy jam rock … Continue reading Shoebox Money Unleashes Live Recordings, Prep New Music
When Concerts Blow Your Mind: Flying Lotus live at the Midland Theatre
When was the last time a concert blew your mind? Did you lose track of time while your jaw dropped to your feet? This kind of response is rare, and it takes a special show to cause this. Flying Lotus took over the Midland Theatre on 11/16 with his incredible 3D show. In the space … Continue reading When Concerts Blow Your Mind: Flying Lotus live at the Midland Theatre
Outrage! Is Now: Death From Above Bring the Noise to Kansas City
On Wednesday, Toronto indie-rockers Death From Above played a rambunctious and hard-hitting set at the Record Bar in Kansas City, MO. The two-piece tore the roof off the venue with their heavily distorted bass and bruising drums. The world was a much different place when Death From Above 1979 released their acclaimed 2004 album “You’re … Continue reading Outrage! Is Now: Death From Above Bring the Noise to Kansas City
We Found Our November: Tyler the Creator Soars in Kansas City
Tyler The Creator performed in front of a sold-out audience at the Truman in Kansas City last night as a part of his Flower Boy tour. He played a majority of new songs, with some old gems thrown in the mix, and the fervent crowd loved every minute of it. The charismatic rapper swooned to … Continue reading We Found Our November: Tyler the Creator Soars in Kansas City
The Pixies Captivate Kansas City, Perform Epic 34 Song Set
Some rock bands weren't meant to last. The Smiths, Girls, Oasis. The hours spent arguing over E-chords over G-chords and crammed in a van can rip apart bands more quickly than an STD. Then there are bands that, defiant in the face of unrelenting conflict, persist. Last night, one of these persistent groups, The … Continue reading The Pixies Captivate Kansas City, Perform Epic 34 Song Set
Goldlink Electrifies at a Fiery Show In Lawrence
Goldlink touched down at The Granada Theatre last night to perform an electrifying show, sponsored by KJHK 90.7 and SUA. Goldlink is almost too talented. Almost to the point of being unfair to everyone else. Not only can he rap faster than 98% of the rappers in the game, he can sing and perform like a true … Continue reading Goldlink Electrifies at a Fiery Show In Lawrence
Pinegrove Wows an Enthralled Crowd in Lawrence
Pinegrove delivered their superb selection of indie-twee emo music for a crowded Bottleneck room last night in Lawrence. Their songs emoted emotional and relatable themes that resonated with the crowd resoundingly full with Kansas's sadbois. Pinegrove's music is especially heartbreaking and rare because their keen ability to absolutely nail certain emotions on the head. Like … Continue reading Pinegrove Wows an Enthralled Crowd in Lawrence
INTERVIEW with HIRETH : Your Culture Vulture Exclusive
One of Lawrence's most exciting voices comes from four students at KU and their dream to share music with people. HIRETH is a term defined as "nostalgia or a longing for a home that doesn't exist," and the band takes this sentiment and infuses it into their music. I recently sat down with three … Continue reading INTERVIEW with HIRETH : Your Culture Vulture Exclusive
