4 bands worth seeing this weekend

07 May 2009, 2:02 pm

Deuce taken by Carole Kapeliela

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 »

A little sun, some music - and all that chrome . . .

01 May 2009, 9:09 am

9ph at Destination Harley

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 »

tribute benefit this sunday

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 »

ramblings & reflections . . .

20 April 2009, 9:09 am

at the brickyard

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 »

Guitar Duets

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 »

Sonic Oasis in Olympia tonight

28 March 2009, 12:12 pm

Allen Lynn

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 »

caught 2 shows last weekend

25 March 2009, 3:03 pm

Carole Kapeliela, Bob Antolin, Bud Schultz and Allen Lynn

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 »

Local Shows on Tap This Week

20 March 2009, 11:11 am

Carole Kapeliela

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 »

Rant & Rave: Reckless drivers and rude operagoers - The Seattle Times

5 February 2012, 6:11 am

Rant & Rave: Reckless drivers and rude operagoersThe Seattle TimesInstead, they insisted on tying the desk to the top of their car and following me home to West Seattle, though they live in Tacoma, and they refused any compensation. I have never been so in awe of the amazing kindness of strangers.an... Read More »

Night Moves: Live music tonight in the South Sound - Weekly Volcano (blog)

4 February 2012, 1:09 pm

Night Moves: Live music tonight in the South SoundWeekly Volcano (blog)Bob Marley Birthday Celebration, with Live Wya, High Ceiling. All Ages. 8 pm. $12-$15. The Red Room Tacoma - Downtown. From Deeper Seas, A Hope Not Forgotten, Listen Closely, Illuminator. All Ages. 7 pm. $5. The Spar Tacoma - Old... Read More »