Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros live at McDonald Theatre [9.12.12}
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School of Seven Bells live at McDonald Theatre [9.7.12]
Funky Oregonisms
Volifonix wins Next Big Thing 2012
It was a battle of opposites at Eugene Weekly’s Next Big Thing finals this year. First up: Paul Quillen — his brooding, acoustic ballads turned Celebration-goer heads who were otherwise occupied on a perfect late-summer Saturday in Eugene with Cart De Frisco and Ninkasi. It ain’t easy filling up an outdoor stage with just voice and guitar, and Quillen had us all holding our breath, listening intently. A relative newcomer to Eugene, Quillen is perfect for the area’s small, intimate venues. Welcome to town, Paul. Continue reading
The Avett Brothers live at Edgefield [Night 2, 8.26.12]
Nicky Da B live at Cowfish [8.23.12]
Michael Franti & Spearhead and Trombone Shorty & Orleans Ave live at Cuthbert [8.23.12]
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Nicky Da B gets Sulimay’d
I love this. These three need to review EVERYTHING. Here Kitty Kitty Kitty! & DON'T MISS NICKY DA B & RUSTY LAZER TOMORROW NIGHT AT COWFISH! Continue reading
Buddy Guy & Jonny Lang live at the Cuthbert [8.14.12]
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Stop Expectin’ & Start Respectin’: Marv Ellis drops a new LP
An Interview with Scott Avett
The eldest brother on fatherhood, art and the upcoming album
A week before The Avett Brothers set out on a run of dates up the West Coast (which include three nights in Oregon), Scott Avett took the time to chat with EW about their upcoming album The Carpenter, art and fatherhood. Continue reading