Ironically, only after seeing Ms. Lykke Li in concert did I jump on her hype train. What can I say, I'm skeptical. I remember GWFAS spouting her praises last year, but it just got lost in the noise.
Now I can't make it through the day without listening to "I'm Good, I'm Gone". I even voted for it on stereogum's Gummy Award '08! Perhaps, it's simply I'm in the right place emotionally and otherwise to appreciate this song.
Check her out for yourselves:
"I'm Good, I'm Gone" from the album Youth Novels by Lykke Li.
Does it Offend You, Yeah played the troubadour on Monday and I was there. It was my 4 time seeing them since April (don't ask).
They were fun and had high energy. Even James, one of the singers, hurt his foot when he got carried away during "With a Heavy Heart". Check my flickr page for a blurry version of events.
But the best part of the night was chilling with Sally and Team Robespierre.
The guitarist jumped into the crowd and played most the set down there. More punk, less synth than DIOYY. If they come to your town, take my advice and check 'em out.
Dragonette was cute but the energy level of the crowd was -2. "I Get Around" was good though. I got there late and have no idea if they played my favorite song, "Boys", the Calvin Harris cover. I'm gonna pretend they didn't...
And then after the show, I got interviewed by You Tell Concerts. Look ma, I'm famous! My interview clip starts at 6:46 mark.
These lads are oh so fun! Can't wait for the new album to drop in September. Check out my photos from when they hit up LA a few weeks ago. Friendly Fires at Spaceland (7/30/08) Friendly Fires at The Echo (8/1/08)
Cut Copy ticket to sold out show: $20 Vodka Drinks: $6 +tip Digital proof that my scrambling for a ticket to see them for the fourth time was totally worth it: priceless (or simply free and exhilirating)
Thanks Cut Copy for making my monday night...again.
If you missed the Cut Copy dance night last month, check the very nice video coverage at Anthem Online. That show was AMAZING!!! I cannot wait to dance to all the new tracks at Coachella.
I don't care if they had to buy Prince to drum up sales, I was going anyways to see Portishead. This shit is gonna be so insane. Cannot wait!
Lupe Fiasco headlined USC's Springfest this year. Despite him being an hour late and being quite chatty in between songs, it was fun. He ended the set with a long version "Superstar". My new favorite track though is "Dumb it Down". And I'm pretty sure the original girl singing on "Hip Hop Saved My Life" was with him on stage. He had some nice energy, even skateboarded whilst singing "Kick Push".
Don't believe he can bring the hype? Check this clip of "Daydreamin":
I am getting ramped up beyond belief for Cut Copy. I've said it before and I'll say it again, the last they were at the Echo, I had the time of my life! They owned that crowd, even the music label people were dancin' it up.
And now praises on LATimes, all to which I can say: It's about time.
Grab the Joakim remix of "Hearts on Fire" here from Modular.
And if you know what's up, you best RSVP for the after party next monday.
This Cut Copy video is alright, a little something to wet the whistle.
The real news is their long-awaited return to the states. I'll be seeing them in LA at the Echo, March 10th. After that, they're gonna show their stuff at SxSw, which I think I'm skipping this year. And then finally, I'll have my hands on Cut Copy's new disc when it's released in the US on April 8th. Just in time for me to get familiar with it before Coachella.
In Ghost Colours tracklisting:
01 Feel the Love 02 Out There on the Ice 03 Lights & Music 04 We Fight for Diamonds 05 Unforgettable Season 06 Cold Youth 07 Midnight Runner 08 So Haunted 09 Voices in Quartz 10 Hearts on Fire 11 Far Away 12 Silver Thoughts 13 Strangers in the Wind 14 Visions 15 Nobody Lost, Nobody Found 16 Eternity One Night Only
Here's what the boys have to say in this interview on Spinner.
TTC, legendary hip-hop/electro/dance act from Paris, showed LA how to party last wednesday. Don't believe me? Check this video of them throwing the freshness on some Ace of Base. I danced my fill to all their songs (despite not knowing a lick of French).
Teki was the main MC who translated for us stupid Americans. He introduced the last song, "Hi guys, this is my pop song!". Cue the cheesy french pop ala' Kylie with a dash of Aqua. Teki & Co had a whole dance routine and everything. It was just a massive party of french men on stage. They all loved our enthusiasm, despite all the stupid girls in the audience who didn't know who the hell they were.
Then, they put away their microphones and started the real dance party. DJ Orgasmic, Para One, and Tacteel tag teamed on the decks. Most the crowd wasn't down for it, since it was quite late. But my crew simply welcomed the extra dancing room and went to town. I knew Para One was master of electro beats, but I was quite impressed with what Tacteel threw down.
At the end of the night, I thanked Teki for the show. Now he knows at least a few Los Angelenos love TTC.
Say what? Laist thinks electronic music in LA is on an upswing? Well, yeah. But damn, that shit never left, it just got more mainstream (i.e. Justice selling out the Fonda).
I can even pinpoint when that shit started to take off: Halloween 2006 . I prepared in advance and got tix to MSTRKRFT/Justice in advance for the show at Safari Sam's. It took some persuading but I rounded up my posse the day of the show, and we lined up early so they could buy tickets. Two hours later and a lot of hassle: only Margo and I managed to get inside. WTF? I had been to many chicago house, sketchy warehouse events in the past. And there was never a time when we were turned away. Most electronic shows need as many people as they can get.
But not that night. It was unreal in there. I had no idea that many people even knew who these djs were. And granted, many of them didn't (silly hipster trash). Or if they did, they only heard of MSTRKRFT cause of DFA 1979. But for the real electro-heads and dance junkies, we knew this shit was gonna be off the hook. And indeed it was.
As time went on, I did find myself going to more and more dance shows. I saw Lo-Fi-Fnk, Para One, Acid Girls, Green Velvet, and so many others. This was mostly due to the fact Franki Chan declared it his mission to entice these djs and dance groups to his Check yo ponytail night. I may not like the crowd, but that club night still pays off more nights than most. And that shit is still going strong. Check the pictures from the SMD/Boys Noize night for photographic proof.
The Justice show at the Fonda was just the climax of the growing hipster dance scene. After marveling at the sheer numbers of kids, I mean, people waiting for Justice to start at Detour, I reckon we're gonna see a backlash soon. I know they played Jimmy Kimmel, which I think was weird, but really a big deal. Perhaps, my favorite Parisian duo are selling out too quickly for my tastes. I became a huge fan of them after Coachella, but with all the commericials using their songs and other articles like the one on LAist, I'm starting to get worried.
In regards to the scene, I feel like it's too much all at once. People are gonna get tired, which was evident at Check yo afterparty for Detour Fest. It was deeeeaaaad in that place! Space that shit out, let a girl get a breath in. I feel like everyone and their brother are trying to run their own club/dance night/warehouse party. And some of that stuff is gonna suck eventually. There's a ton of fake ass djs (in the words of Paris), and if they don't clear out, the scene is gonna suffer.
This ain't truth, just wanted to put my two cents in, since I've gone to a shit ton of shows in the last year.
Hopefully by this time tomorrow, I will be very close to Vegas (if the fires don't slow me down). Since I have never gambled (gasp!), I will get that out of my system on Friday night.
The main event is on Saturday when I get see what this Vegoose Festival is all about. The acts that I am most curious about are Battles, Queens of the Stone Age, and Gogol Bordello. I've heard alot of hype, but missed them whenever they were in LA. Want to see these bands in the flesh. I'm sure QOTSA will be good, not so sure about the others though. But Gypsy-punk just has to be entertaining.
After that, I wanna check out MIA again. The show in July was good, but short. I hear that her live sets leave much to be desired. Nevertheless, "Bamboo Banga" is the shit, and I plan on being in the front for that track!
Daft Punk won't disappoint, so I'm only mildy excited. They're robots who know how to get your feet movin'.
Fingers crossed that I get drunk and have fun without loosing my shirt at the casinos.
You know who's so fucking rad? The Go! Team that's who!
Sunday's show at the Echoplex was amazing. The atmosphere was perfect: full of high energy, dancing, and good sound quality. They played all the hits and then some.
And boy could Ninja move her feet. Sadly, cause I'm a shorty, I couldn't take in all of her fancy footwork. Nevertheless, she had the crowd in the palm of her hands. So much so, I wanted to shout out: "Damn girl, don't hurt 'em". She asked the crowd for a favor: to get up and dance. And the entire Echoplex humbly obliged.
I always appreciated their tunes, but now I love them. One of the best shows of the fall! Now I understand the look of shock my friend Brian gave me when I said I missed the Go! Team at Coachella 2006. Don't make the same mistake, see them as many times as you possibly can. You won't regret it.
Sunshine is finally coming out in the US next Friday, July 20th! I'm so psyched about this movie. It looks dark, intelligent, and thrilling. And it doesn't hurt that it's directed by one of my favorite directors. Plus, Cillian Murphy is pretty easy on the eyes. I'm easy like that.
Saturday's looks to be action packed for me: Matinee screening of Sunshine Modular Party at the Standard and then...DAFT PUNK!
God do I miss the wacky days of the eighties and nineties. I was just jammin to some Candlebox in the car. Kinda makes me miss the carefree days of junior high when I had no real discerning taste (along with the rest of America). Sponge, Seaweed, Gravity Kills were some of my most embarassing favorites from back then. I even went to see them in concert (and how is that Seaweed is still touring?).
Hey, I lived in a small Texas town, you take whatever you can get...
Check out the entire album, An End Has a Start on the Editors' myspace page.
So far, "Bones" is still my favorite. I saw them perform it at their Tower Records in-store. It was really awesome, really full of energy. Not sure if the new album lives up, but I'll be buying it nonetheless. RS didn't give it a good review, basically the same MO as with Bloc Party's cd. I dunno what's with these art punk bands slowing things down when they should be speeding things up. I'll just have to hope for more upbeat songs on the next go 'round.
Speaking of Tower, I really miss Tower Records. I never really appreciated it until it was gone. The one down the road from me is housing the White Stripes mini-concert that their webcasting today. They're changing the name to Icky Thump Records to tie it all in to the release. Perhaps, I'll try and sneak a peak later on tonight. I bet people are lining up already.
If you like to dance, then this year's Coachella might be for you.
Here's a list of some artists that will get you moving.
Peaches (DE) really knows how to get nasty. Outdoor Theater, Fri 7:25-8:15. Digitalism (DE) in Sahara, Fri 6:15-7:30. I love their Klaxons remix. Can't wait! Just read about Evil Nine from the UK. That's gonna be sick in Sahara, Fri 11-12midnite. The always reliable, Felix da Housecat (Chicago) in Sahara (also on Friday, 7:30-8:30).
Sahara is where it's at on Saturday! DJ Heather (Chicago), forget Aoki, this lady knows how to tear it up. Next up, MSTRKRFT (canada). If they play "Street Justice", I'm gonna be in heaven. Damn that line at SxSw, i'll be able to see them no problem this time. Then, the Ed Banger crew are up next with Busy P & DJ Mehdi (FR) at 6:40-8:30. I would love to hear "Lucky Boy".
Also on Ed Banger records, Justice (FR) in the Sahara Tent, Sat. 8:30-9:15pm Check out this genius video for "D.A.N.C.E."
Then, get ready to shake it to LCD Soundsystem (NYC) at 9:30 on Sat in Sahara. I'd also recommend fitting in a little bit of Gregg's set, aka as Girl Talk (Philly)in Gobi at 8:45-9:30.
And then on Sunday, it's getting crazy out there in the desert! I've been waiting since September to finally see Soulwax(Belgium). They're up in the Sahara at 4:50-5:50pm. I only wish I could go to the Modular pre-party in SF on Friday as well. Look for me at the front acting a fool.
Richie Hawtin (UK) spins the grooves after soulwax goes off. Also on Sunday, Spank Rock (Philly) closing out the Gobi tent.
Just cuz your sweatin' doesn't mean it's from the sun.
I'm a twentysomething female who is an encylopedia of useless pop culture facts. I love to start the dancefloor at concerts, parties, living rooms, wherever. I aspire one day to own my own production company. Until then, I work alot and party when I can.
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Teki was the main MC who translated for us stupid Americans. He introduced the last song, "Hi guys, this is my pop song!". Cue the cheesy french pop ala' Kylie with a dash of Aqua. Teki & Co had a whole dance routine and everything. It was just a massive party of french men on stage. They all loved our enthusiasm, despite all the stupid girls in the audience who didn't know who the hell they were.
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