In our previous post about this show we talked up the local band the Grandtours as well as Ha Ha Tonka. They are both worth the praise, but the second act went by the wayside. This was a huge oversight, as we quickly found out after Chris Mills took the stage. A self proclaimed troubadour, he speaks of love, life, and monsters. He's energetic and enigmatic on stage and off. It's recommended you see him live since, unfortunately, his albums are somewhat over-produced and the solo electric-acoustic guitar feeling is lost amongst the extra instruments. However, if you don't have the chance to catch this New York-based singer in person, then definitely grab his underpriced albums. You won't be sorry. more ›

It may not feel like summer in Seattle, but tomorrow afternoon is The End's Summer Camp II at Marymoor Park. It's a mix of the good (Nada Surf, MGMT), the bad (Flogging Molly, Pennywise), and the emo-ey (Armor for Sleep). Meanwhile, all weekend long Noise for the Needy marches on, raising money for Urban Rest Stop. Come tomorrow night, it's Matt and Kim, YACHT, and local band Feral Children at Neumo's. Here's a clip of the ferociously experimental indie Sarathan quintet. more ›