Chairlift is coming to San Diego on 9/15 to play at UCSD’s Loft. I have a guest list spot +1 to give away so hit me up in comments, email me or DM me on twitter if you want in.
For those of you saying, “who?”
Press:
- Rolling Stone named Chairlift one of “Four Bands to Watch” at Bonnaroo and said, “…far darker than [“Bruises”] suggests: Chairlift craft surreal electro-pop that serve as a base for singer Caroline Polachek’s gorgeous, opera-trained voice.”
- SPIN gave the band’s debut 4/5 stars and a spot on their “Top 40 Albums of 2008” list, heralded as “startlingly impressive” with “astute, melodic evocations of plinky new wave…that achieve a timeless emotional resonance.”
Whatcha doing on Monday? I’m headed to the Casbah to see Chairlift. Who’s Chairlift, you ask? They are a synth pop trio from Brooklyn that recently toured with the Killers.
I’ve got a pair of tix to give away to the San Diego Regional of the Air Guitar Championship at the Casbah on Saturday. Hit me up via email or comment if you want ‘em. I’ll let you know on Thursday if you’re my lucky winner.
It’s been almost 15 years since Jeff Buckley’s Grace was released. Fans of this album have something new to add to their collection - the new DVD/CD Grace Around the World. It features 9 previously unreleased live takes on the songs from Grace, recorded while he was on tour supporting the album. It also includes interviews with Jeff and “behind-the-scenes” footage of Jeff and the band.
I’ve got a copy of the DVD/CD to give away - just tell me what song on Grace is your favorite and why. (Either leave a comment or e-me and I’ll select a winner from the entries). Also, be sure to check out the widget above - there is a streaming player, videos and other goodies.
One more show I am bummed I am missing - Youth Group at Casbah on Thursday. If you’re not hip to this Aussie band, well why the hell not? They have had two solid records in the past few years and are worth spending your Thursday night at the Casbah. Hit me up by Wednesday a.m. if you want the pair of tix I have to give away.
The Skinny:
Another Minneapolis band heading to SD. Ice Palace will be playing a show with Cloud Cult and Say Hi on May 14th (location TBD). In addition to giving away a pair of tix to the show, you’ll win a copy of their new album Wonder Subtly Crushing Us (produced by Craig Minowa of Cloud Cult) and a copy of Cloud Cult’s DVD No One Said It Would Be Easy. Hit me up in comments or via email if you want.
Press:
“Ice Palace’s slower numbers have a literate dreaminess that recalls American Analogue Set or maybe the divine, departed Bedhead: textured, dense, yet articulate guitars; casual, almost conversational singing; and interesting rhythmic/tonal shifts...Definitely a band to watch.” - LD Beghtol—Village Voice
“The group’s bipolar folk-rock hints at what Nirvana might have been if Kurt Cobain had had the chance to grow out of his angst and settle into his mid-thirties.” - Micah Johnson—The Onion
The Skinny:
The L.A. dance rockers, The Library has an awesome prize pack to give away. In addition to the hipster approved tee above, you also win a copy of their new self-titled debut EP. Hit me up in comments or e-me if you want.
Lyn is always rawking to the song in her head, which she would be happy to sing to you. Just ask.
Music posted is for sampling purposes and is only available for a limited time. If you like what you hear, support the artist and buy the album or go to a show.
Where in the world are Minnie and Ox?
San Diego, CA
Next stop on the tour:
Dallas, TX
Future stops:
Atlanta, GA
Lansing, MI
Chicago, IL
Dayton, OH
Baltimore, MD
Harrisburg, PA
(latest photos here)
ugh, I agree about Pandora. Major suck. Sometimes I’ll listen to Last FM if I’m in the mood for a certain style or genre. They do an okay job, though not super awesome.
Dear Chick Rawker,
Thank you for taking our survey. The purpose of these surveys are two-fold.....to find out what ALL listeners think about the music we play, along with songs that we think listeners might be interested in hearing on our station. The songs on the list below are not necessarily in rotation on our radio station. We have a lot of fun here and sometimes we have specialty weekends and features that songs on this list might or might not fit into. I hope that you continue to take our surveys and give us your opinion because it helps us program our station to give listeners what they want.
Yes alternative music crosses over to the pop world, it always has and always will. I think it’s great when an artist or group reaches this level. They release there music and are labeled “Alternative” and then they become “Popular” and the masses want to hear them. If managed correctly this will allow them to create and be more artistic with their music in the future. For example NIN....yes “Closer” is a “Popular” song, but without it, would Trent Reznor have been able to create and work on the many projects he has that appeal to a “Music Connoisseur” like yourself? We don’t know for sure but we can guess the answer is “Yes.”
There is a purpose and place for POP Music. I hope that from now on you take this into consideration when you listen to and judge the formats that this type of music is featured on.
Thank you,
Cristy Westfall
Music Director
KSCF – Sophie @ 103.7
These are the same things I have been thinking about for awhile now, starting when Chris left. Radio is still relevant and will be for a while. The other competition aside from online is satalitte radio. Many people listen through Sirius and XFM. It is all splintered. Partnerships, collaboration, engaging with fans are the way to go and survive. Hard core music fans like most of our crowd may end up left to scrounge for the good stuff. But really, is that so new?
