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Monday: The Black Lips @ Other Music 6:30pm FREE + Bowery Ballroom 7:30pm $15
Last time the Black Lips were in town they did the same sort of thing in Brooklyn. Free in-store at Sound Fix then a show at Music Hall of Williamsburg. The only twist was there was a fantastic parade in between the two shows. Now I'm not saying they'll be able to pull off the same sort of thing in lower Manhattan towards the end of the evening rush, but I wouldn't put it past them to try.
The Black Lips - "Everybody's Doin' It"
Tuesday: Dan Le Sac vs. Scroobius Pip @ Mercury Lounge 7pm $14
I honestly don't know much about this band and probably won't be at this show, but they've been buzzed about quite a bit and are apparently one of the big bands to watch at SXSW this week so I'm recommending you check them out before they hit Austin.
Dan Le Sac vs. Scroobius Pip - "Fixed"
Wednesday: Joes Gonzalez @ Brooklyn Masonic Temple 6:30pm $25
At this point you all know who Jose Gonzales is and what he does, you don't need any more convincing from me. So I'll just remind you that Jose is playing tonight and I think it's worth the $25 to go check him out. That is all.
Jose Gonzalez - "Remain"
Thursday: Wakey! Wakey! @ Union Hall 7:30pm $8
Anytime Wakey! Wakey! plays is a time for celebration, and considering that it seems like months since I last saw them I think I'm gonna have to hit this show up hard. I'd suggest you do the same!!!
Wakey! Wakey! - "LGA"
Friday: What Made Milwaukee Famous@ Irving Plaza 7:30pm $16.50
Warning this show is not being headlined by the band mentioned above, it is instead being headlined by Louis XIV, who I would suggest you avoid at all costs. However, it is an extremely light show day and I think What Made Milwaukee Famous is more than worthy enough of $17. So check 'em out and leave early.
What Made Milwaukee Famous - "Resistance St."
Saturday: Cut Copy @ Studio B 10pm $10
This is another one of those buzz bands on the rise that are supposed to be looked out for. I haven't developed a fully formed opinion, but it's another light night so if you're gonna do something you might as well see what all the buzz is about.
Cut Copy - "Hearts on Fire"
Sunday: The Pogues @ Roseland Ballroom 6:30pm $55
I don't know if I'd really suggest spending $55 for this show, but The Pogues are awesome and it would certainly get you into the St. Patrick's Day spirit, so if you have the cash, why not.
The Pogues - "If I Should Fall From Grace With God"
Monday, March 10, 2008
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Went to the What Made Milwaukee Famous / Louis XIV show last night and can't understand why everybody is hating on Louis XIV so much. First time seeing them and I thought they were great. Is it just because Bitchfork gives them such horrible reviews? I understand being critical, but to use words like "avoid at all costs" I just don't get.
Funniest part was realizing that the voice I thought was a girl's, is actually Brian Karscig...that falsetto voice and Amish look is just too good. I was also impressed with both Brian and Jason's guitar playing, the bassist was solid, and I can never complain about having a string section. I definitely want to check these guys out again and lucky for me it won't be hard getting tickets.
And WMMF didn't do much for me. I like their new album, but I don't need to see them again live. Last night just solidified that I'm not a hipster...YAY!
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