The Breeders played at a packed, swampy Neumos last night; the air was heavy and humid from the approaching rainstorm, and by the time they came on, at 11:30 p.m., we were a coupla-few beers into the evening and our eyelids were a little droopy. more ›

Last night Seattlest was at a stuffy Chop Suey for the sold-out double bill of Editors and Stellastarr*. Perhaps it was due to the packed house and hot temps, but the crowd seemed easily irritated and quite testy. From where we were at, up by the bar overlooking the main floor, there was a lot of sniping going on as to who was in whose personal space. People, it's a show, and when the venue's sold out, you're going to have other fans surrounding you on all sides. So just deal. more ›

If you need a little more impetus to haul over to Ballard, then we suggest checking out one of Velouria's rockin' fashion shows. There have been four already held at neighbor Sonic Boom, and a fifth is planned for May at the Crocodile. Once you see the eclecticism offered, you'll make Velouria a must-stop shop on your trip to the Ballard Sunday Market. more ›