2005

Head of Femur: Hysterical Stars

Catherine L. Tully August 8, 2005 No Comments

A big, hearty salad of sound is the way to describe Hysterical Stars by Head of Femur. Musicians Matt Focht (vocals, guitar, also of Bright Eyes), Ben Armstrong (vocals, keyboards, drums, ex-Commander Venus) and Mike Elsener (vocals/guitar, also of Solar Wind) form the backbone of this Nebraska based indie rock “supergroup.” But Head of Femur has brought in a large number other players on their second full length album. Where else can you hear a trumpet, gong, glockenspiel and violin all wrapped up in a pop album?

Lollapalooza – Grant Park, Chicago, IL

Glide August 5, 2005 No Comments

Photos by Michael Weintrob of Lollapalooza 2005, held July 23 & 24, 2005 at Grant Park in Chicago, IL. Artists included Perry Farrell’s Sattelite Party, Liz Phair, Cake, Dinosaur Jr., Spoon, Kasabian, The Killers, Billy Idol, Primus, Brians Jonestown Massacre, Dandy Warhols and Weezer.

Micheal Weintrob’s status as one of America’s most talented young music photographers brought him to the attention of NPR for which he was the subject of a jazz music special, and was commissioned to photograph Benny Powell and Femi Kuti jazz workshops in New Orleans. A number of magazines and newspapers have profiled his work, the most recent of which was the New York Post. His photographs have appeared in numerous national publications including Drum and Bass Player Magazine, Bass Guitar, Mix, Downbeat, Pollstar, Stuff, Us Weekly, Remix and Rollingstone.

Hot Karl: The Great Escape

Brad Hodge August 5, 2005 No Comments

Hot Karl is a bonafide MC, with a delivery that’s fluid and old school.

Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers/ The Black Crowes 6/30/2005: SPAC, Saratoga Springs, NY

Shawn Donohue August 5, 2005 No Comments

On the Eastern rim of the Adirondacks, the scenic gem of Saratoga Performing Arts Center was sold out and loaded with the dedicated fans of two nationally respected touring acts; neither of which has released an album of new material in over 3 years.

Last Call at CBGBs: Interview With Founder Hilly Kristal

Glide Staff August 4, 2005 No Comments

CBGB, the club Hilly Kristal opened in 1973, which would eventually become known as the birthplace of punk, is facing it’s possible last days. In conflict with the Bowery Residents Committee over back rent and impending rate hikes, the club’s lease expires on August 31st. And while efforts are made to save the historic venue, the future of the seminal club remains unknown.

The Thieves: Tales From The White Line

Shane Handler August 3, 2005 No Comments

The Thieves probably want you to believe that they are the last great rock band standing. Like The Darkness who have rekindled the lore of Queen and Thin Lizzy, The Thieves strive on proving that rock and roll is meant to be good clean fun. With lines like “gimme some lip boy and I

Wedding Crashers Soundtrack: Various Artists

Jason Keil August 3, 2005 No Comments

Flaming Lips completists will pick it up for the rare track

Allman Brothers Band 6/09/2005: Verizon Wireless Arena, Manchester NH

Tim Newby August 3, 2005 No Comments

After the dark period of the 1990’s which saw the band stagger along on cruise control, playing pretty much the same show night after night, they have over the last three years, been a revived, relevant sounding band, that is journeying into musical realms they had previously never visited.

Van Morrison: Magic Time

Tony Engelhart August 2, 2005 No Comments

Van Morrison will turn 60 next month but still he remains one of the most celebrated artists to come out of the British invasion of the swinging sixties.

Fountains Of Wayne: Out of State Plates

Brian Malone August 2, 2005 No Comments

Fountains of Wayne seems to constantly improve on their formula for structured radio music.

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