For me and countless others, Donna Summer will always be the Queen of Disco. Her reign was unique and absolute. She exemplified everything good about an era that was known better for its hedonistic ways. I first heard Donna Summer when she was still in Germany working with her mentor, Giogio Morodor. At that point, …
Month: May 2012
Copenhagen’s The Asteroids Galaxy Tour released their sophomore record, Out Of Frequency, earlier this year on BMG Rights. Brandishing a signature sound that infuses pop with psychedelia, funk, soul, and jazz, The Asteroids Galaxy Tour never fail to produce addictive tunes full of imagination. Having won over audiences globally, the band is now blasting into …
Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers never really broke Nationwide, though “Bustin’ Loose” (#1 R&B, #34 Pop) briefly snuck into the Billboard Top 40 in early-1979, but he was something on the order of James Brown AND George Clinton for his beloved District of Columbia, and he leaves behind some of the most remarkable Funk …
“Further to Fly” – Paul Simon. Rhythm of the Saints kicks Graceland‘s ass. You read that right. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5J6LM_pOcmg
In the days when concert tickets were $12, people slow danced… together, and dames were funky and classy all at the same time, Ms. Donna Summer was queen of them all. This won’t be the last dance… – Mikhael Mei Williams [In the LA Times – Donna Summer dead: Her voice soared through disco and …
“This City Never Sleeps”- Eurythmics. This city never sweats, except for the last few days. Temp in my apartment Monday: 92. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
“Tap the Phone” – Francis and The Lights. Smooths rough edges and turns up the corners of a shy smile. Flirty + honey-sweet. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
The Summer Meltdown Music Festival at White Horse Amphitheater announces the following line up to the public May 15. Working closely with the Wild Buffalo, and new talent buyers, Craig Jewell and Austin Santiago, the Summer Meltdown Music Festival has grown into one of the finest curated and produced boutique music festivals in the Northwest. …
“The Riot’s Gone” – Santigold. Sometimes I get burned out on activism and just want the world to work its own shit out. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
In support of brand new album WILD BLOOD (released March 6, 2012), alternative-rock outfit LOVEDRUG will headline the USA, including a stop at Someday Lounge in Portland, OR on May 16th, 2012. You may also catch Lovedrug playing an in-store at Music Millennium on May 15th at 6pm. The band will also appear at the …
Saturday night May 12, X headlined a show at Seattle’s Showbox Market. I’ve seen X play about half a dozen times over the last several years, not only as X, but also their alter egos, The Knitters. They never disappoint me. I believe X are the only American band from the birth of punk still …
East Portland Blog readers will be happy to hear that I have re-released Bigger Than Breakfast the 1988 debut album by PDX band Slack. The band formed at Reed College and went on to do some great work for about three years. The album is produced by Bruce Fowler (Captain Beefheart, Frank Zappa) and full …
It still amazes me that the 60s/70s versions of songs like “Bad Sign” by mega-rockstar/cultural theives remain the most popular. No guitar god can capture the punch of a well-written and well arranged song. Apparently they believe their meanderings are more important than horns, keys and soulful back-up singers. Blame this song on the fantastic …
“Sutphin Boulevard” – Blood Orange. Soft, sweet, soulful seduction. Caramel and indigo. I gotta learn more about this guy. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
“A Real Hero” – College. Yes, it reminds us all of the Gosling. Yes, that makes us happy. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
Geek rocker and internet phenomenon Jonathan Coulton has developed a cult following, first turning heads with his unconventional themes and inventive approach to distributing music. With a long list of accomplishments that includes having an award-winning song featured in the video game “Portal” and his album Artificial Heart reaching #1 on the Billboard Heatseeker Chart …
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“Adagio for Strings” – Samuel Barber (Vancouver Symphony). From the soundtrack for Oliver Stone’s “Platoon”. My dad plays on this. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
Saw the Portland tag and thought of you all… – Anne Seymour Mette
“Pictures of You” – The Cure. Resistance is futile. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
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“Baby Please Don’t Leave Me” – Buddy Guy. Good god! How much dirty, sexy, soul-wrenching blues can you survive in 7 minutes? – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days
The hemoncology floor of Seattle Children’s Hospital lip syncs Kelly Clarkson’s song “Stronger.”
In anticipation of Fire Records’ June 12th release of the country rock opera, Tucson, Giant Giant Sand have released the new track “Detained.” The track, was inspired “by the clutch of cumbia that fevers the many particles of this album,” says Howe Gelb. See below to hear the tune. As a sort of homage, Howie …
Click HERE to download “I’m Beginning To See The Light” Off Of Upcoming Album, The Duke. Joe Jackson and the Bigger Band, featuring Regina Carter have announced fall tour dates. Musical guests will include Iggy Pop, Sharon Jones, Regina Carter, ?uestlove, Christian McBride, Steve Vai, and more. Joe Jackson Tour Dates 09/15: Bethesda, MD – …
Click HERE to download “Wonderful (The Way I Feel)” live featuring Ben Bridwell (Band Of Horses). My Morning Jacket North American Tour Dates % = $1 from each ticket will be donated to the local charity listed * = with Band Of Horses ^ = with Trombone Shorty + = with Trampled By Turtles # …
VORTEXT: Hedgebrook’s Weekend Salon for Women Writers. Join Elizabeth George, Dorothy Allison, Ruth Ozeki, Karen Joy Fowler, Gail Tsukiyama and Jane Hamilton for an extraordinary weekend. Connect in small-group workshops. Come together through dynamic keynotes and discussions about opportunities and challenges for women who write. Share meals, open mics, conversation and community in the stunningly …
My friend Jill’s supremely green thumb has reminded me of my failure as a “plant owner.” I’ve only had two plants in my lifetime; both, sadly, are now deceased. One of them, some sort of giant bush, I blame its demise on my wife. However, it is the tale of Pokey that truly exemplifies my …
“When The Levee Breaks” – Kristin Hersh. Know everything about this LZ song? NOPE! Plug into this + get hella lifted n loved. – Alicia Dara – @thevolcanodiary – #100songs100days