Jahfin Posted September 17, 2012 Author Share Posted September 17, 2012 (edited) Sept. 1: Old 97's @ El Rey Theatre w/ Those Darlins and Rhett Miller If this doesn't make Jahfin's heart flutter, nuthin' will. Don't recall if you posted a report on this show but I'd love to hear what you thought of it. As much of a fan of the Old 97's as I am, I've had to pass on some of their more recent visits to the area. When they return to the Cat's Cradle in Carrboro next month with Salim Norurallah in tow I may find myself in a similar predicament as there's a whole slew of concerts happening around that same time that will be vying for my attention including Sharon Van Etten, Steve Forbert, Kathleen Edwards, Southern Culture On the Skids and A.C. Newman (New Pornographers). I'd love to see them again, especially since they'll be celebrating the 15th anniversary of Too Far To Care by playing it in it's entirety (of which I'm sure you're more than aware). As for Those Darlins, I saw them headlining a show at the Local 506 in Chapel Hill a few years ago that I thoroughly enjoyed. As for the last show I attended it was a house concert out in Wake Forest yesterday afternoon that served as a fundraiser for the upcoming documentary on the North Carolina music scene circa 1978-1990 called Bring It On Home which is named after the Arrogance song of the same name. For those not familiar with Arrogance, they count among their members one Don Dixon who is more well known in most music circles as the producer of albums by R.E.M., the Connells, Guadalcanal Diary, the Smithereens, Hootie and the Blowfish and tons of others. Dixon has also had his songs covered by the likes of Joe Cocker ("The River") and is also a well known session and touring musician. These days, in addition to touring with his wife Marti Jones he also serves as the bass player in Mary Chapin Carpenter's touring band. Performing at yesterday's house concert was Robert Kirkland, another member of Arrogance who also at one time fronted a band called Kick the Future, his wife Debi (from a local band called Molly Bond), Jeff Hart (from the Ruins, the Hanks, Brown Mountain Lights and many others), Holden Richards (One Plus Two, the Swamis) and George Huntley (the Connells). While I enjoyed everyone's songs immensely, it was George Huntley who really got my attention. Even though I'm a longtime fan of the Connells it wasn't until yesterday that his contributions to that band really dawned on me. Not just as a guitarist but also as a vocalist and songwriter. After 17 years with the Connells he retired from the music business and now runs his own real estate business in the Triangle area (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill). Following the show he thanked the organizers (filmmakers Herb Campell and Mike Allen) for luring him out of retirement and even expressed some interest in playing some more shows. That was literally music to my ears and I truly hope it comes to fruition as he is one of the areas most gifted musicians. The Connells still record (they're presently working on a new record) and tour but without George Huntley (as well as drummer Peele Wimberley), it's just not the same. I doubt we'll ever seen Huntley return to the fold or to touring and recording full time but hopefully some area shows will be in order. At present, the filmmakers behind Bring It On Home have 10 days left to meet their goal and are still close to $10,000 away from reaching it. I know there's not a lot of fellow fans of the North Carolina music scene on this board but if you are out there, I'm sure they would greatly appreciate any contributions you are able to make. To learn more about Bring It On Home and how you can help, please take a few moments to check their Kickstarter page which you can find here. Edited September 17, 2012 by Jahfin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAS Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Does Celebration Day count? That's almost a concert. I'm also considering Brian Setzer's Christmas tour coming through my town in December. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 Does Celebration Day count? No. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledded1 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Slash - Oct 8th Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chef free Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 (edited) Saw Gov't Mule last night! Set 1 D-Doggie Jam > Bad Little Doggie Brand New Angel Steppin' Lightly Unring The Bell with Shakedown St. Tease Endless Parade The Shape I'm In Captured Thorazine Shuffle with Oye Como Va Tease Set 2 Child Of The Earth Patchwork Quilt Time To Confess Thelonius Beck When Doves Cry > Beautifully Broken Fallen Down > The Other One Jam > with Rob Ingraham Drums > Jesus Just Left Chicago Railroad Boy Encore 1 World Boss with Voodoo Child Tease Encore 2 Lucky with Ed Williams Edited September 23, 2012 by chef free Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walter Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Adam Ant - 9/29/12 - Hard Rock Live - Orlando, FL (one of wifey's all-time favorites!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Jack White, tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 (edited) Jack White, tomorrow You're gonna have a blast...Jack White KILLS! It's been a while since I've seen a concert...Fiona Apple at the Greek on 9-14...but I'm seeing one tonight! September 26, 2012: Baltimore's own Beach House @ the Wiltern Theatre. With Dustin Wong opening. Edited September 27, 2012 by Strider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 You're gonna have a blast...Jack White KILLS! It's been a while since I've seen a concert...Fiona Apple at the Greek on 9-14...but I'm seeing one tonight! September 26, 2012: Baltimore's own Beach House @ the Wiltern Theatre. With Dustin Wong opening. I'm looking forward to it! Hope your show is great too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Jack White, tomorrow Have a great time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrybonzo Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Ray Davies, Albert Hall Zeppelin 02 Oct 17 (might as well be hey!?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb126 Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Jack White tomorrow night (Friday). Hope Virginia makes her way onto the forum tomorrow to give her thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Page&Harrison<3 Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 November 7 ... robert plant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rover Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Led Zeppelin, by way of interstellar travel, on October 17, 2012 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Jack White tomorrow night (Friday). Hope Virginia makes her way onto the forum tomorrow to give her thoughts. Absolutely awesome! I'll post more on the "after" concert thread. Have a great time tomorrow!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzepfvr Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Three Dog Night tomorrow . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Three Dog Night tomorrow . I'd go with you but Mama told me not to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzepfvr Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 I'd go with you but Mama told me not to come. Ohh you!! You should have opened for them. They had a comedian open for the show. He was pretty good. I enjoyed as what a friend refers to them as, Three Puppies in the Dark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 Jack White tomorrow night (Friday). Hope Virginia makes her way onto the forum tomorrow to give her thoughts. How was it?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb126 Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 How was it?! It was fantastic! I wish he had played longer. I will post more in the "after" thread, which I didn't realize existed until you mentioned it. Cheers Virginia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 (edited) A jam-packed ROCK-tober is coming...but first TONITE! September 30: Wilco @ Hollywood Bowl...with Joanna Newsome. Wed. October 10: Grizzly Bear @ The Greek Theatre Thurs. October 11: Jason Bonham Led Zeppelin Experience @ The Greek Theatre Sat. October 13: Aimee Mann @ Wilshire-Ebell Theatre Wed. October 17: Neil Young & Crazy Horse @ Hollywood Bowl…with Los Lobos. Yes, this means I'll miss seeing "Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day" in the theatre. Unless they add another date to LA theatres. Edited October 1, 2012 by Strider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrycja Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 The next show I have tickets for (excluding the Zep lads in October) is Leonard Cohen in early December. It's been getting rave reviews. I can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bitnogoodjive Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 PiL tomorrow night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 (edited) PiL tomorrow night. They were good at Coachella...they even played "Poptones"! Have fun! Rocktober has started with a vengeance. My original plan of going to see Deerhoof tonight has been complicated by the fiscovery of additional shows taking place tonight. I now have to choose between... 1. Deerhoof @ The Echoplex 2. Emmylou Harris and the Red Dirt Boys @ Royce Hall, UCLA 3. Garbage @ Hollywood Palladium...w/ Screaming Females Having recently seen both Deerhoof and Emmylou Harris, I am leaning towards the Garbage show. Not so much because of Garbage, although Shirley Manson is quite the Scottish treat, but because I have been hearing all kinds of buzz and good word-of-mouth about Screaming Females. Edited October 3, 2012 by Strider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebk Posted October 5, 2012 Share Posted October 5, 2012 So... I have 2 tickets to the Virgin Mobile FreeFest at Merriweather on Saturday, but I'm not sure I can go. If it turns out I can't and someone here wants them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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