We can't tell you how excited we were the weather held up yesterday for Reverb Festival. The memories from last year, running across streets in pouring rain as cars sped past us in the dark, were traumatizing or maybe just really awful. Our lives passed before our eyes on several occasions. more ›

It's undeniable, Matt and Kim put on one of the best shows out there. We've seen them more than a couple times and every one of them feels as if it's the first time. Kim's unceasing smile and enthusiastic drumming are complimented by Matt's kicks and huge grin behind the keyboards. To top it off they threw empty balloons into the audience for fans to blow up and bounce around at a specified time bringing on an instant party. It's pretty obvious from the photos they have an incredible time performing and we have just as much fun watching. more ›

In an attempt to hype up the rest of the show, we laid off the normal fawning we give Damien Jurado. We were particularly excited about seeing Tony Kevin Jr. Having been around town for quite some time and rubbing elbows with the rest of the Seattle music scene, we had a feeling his performance would be fantastic. more ›

Tonight, if you're not already at a SIFF film or checking out "Awesome" with side projects Jose Bold and the Half Brothers at the Sunset, head to the Comet to see local Mazzy Star-on-psychedelics Half Light. They're touring off their new album Sleep More, Take More Drugs, Do Whatever We Want. more ›

Along with all the hiphop this weekend and the hella rad Subtle laser show tonight, there's a few more music events of note. First up, tonight State Bird plays an early show (8 p.m.) at the Q Cafe in Ballard. How both the venue and this great group of Ohio tribal-folksters have been under our radar is beyond us. more ›