07 May 2009, 2:02 pm
Four excellent but very diverse bands are playing this Friday and Saturday - Friday night at the Charleston in Bremerton two Tacoma bands are in the lineup. Deuce is a new band from University Place. Rockers, playing a mix of covers and originals: Austin Starr on vocals, Blaine... Read More »
01 May 2009, 9:09 am
I got to spend a few minutes listening to 9 Pound Hammer yesterday at Destination Harley in Fife. It's called Taco Thursdays and Harley owners ride in for a couple of tacos, meet up with friends and admire some Harleys. And - wow - are there bikes to admire. . . There are 100... Read More »
24 April 2009, 3:03 pm
From my friend Joyce - sounds like a great show. This Sunday at the Imperial Dragon 6805 6th Ave betweem 2:30-10:00pm, there is a tribute to my cousin Dean Tsapralis, whom I loving call Pluck. The cost is $10 & all monies collected will be given to Dean. Playing at the tribute... Read More »
20 April 2009, 9:09 am
I have a calender I picked up somewhere that lists "wonderful" things to do every day. Silly things, things you might not normally do or make you see your day differently. This weekend, it said "write a letter to someone you miss" That got me thinking. . . Dear Tacoma - I miss... Read More »
30 March 2009, 2:02 pm
Mitch found this article. What do you think? Playing a Duet, Guitarists’ Brains Find the Same Grooves Two guitarists playing the same melody together don’t just tap their feet to the same beat to stay coordinated: New research shows that their brains sync up, producing brain... Read More »
28 March 2009, 12:12 pm
Venturing out in the rain? Wander south to the Capital food & wine festival. Running noon to 10pm, a variety of bands interesting things to do. Sonic Oasis is scheduled at 8pm. Talented group of musicians, including Allen Lynn on drums.... Read More »
25 March 2009, 3:03 pm
I worked the door for Carole Kapeliela's show at Last Call Saturday March 21st. Actually used the line "Hi, I'm your cover girl tonight. . . " Even recovering from a cold Carole still sounded good. Her backup musicians were fabulous. Bud Schultz on keyboard & vibes... Read More »
20 March 2009, 11:11 am
I have to make this brief because I have to get pack to packing the office - Carole Kapeliela is at the Last Call this Saturday from 5-7. Formerly O"Gallaghers, should be a good show as always. Glenn Harrell is at Corks! on 6th Saturday night. 9 Pound Hammer will be at Doyles Saturday... Read More »
3 September 2010, 9:08 am
My 2010 Bumbershoot Schedule: Delorean, Neko Case, Surfer Blood, and FlatstockSeattle Weekly (blog)At every show I've been to, she gives a spirited shout-out to our shared hometown of Tacoma and has fun jibing with her band; I'll never forget her braving ...... Read More »
3 September 2010, 8:19 am
NIGHT MOVES: More live than you'll ever beWeekly Volcano (blog)10 pm Stonegate Pizza Tacoma - South. Junkyard Jane Reunion Show, the four-piece local favorite reunites with sax player Sue Orfield and trombonist Randy ...... Read More »