What's the plan? Karaoke for a cause, The Airborne Toxic Event and Austen at the Center are on our calendar today.
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photo by Autumn WildeOne amazing trend in the Seattle music scene is how loyal the bands and musicians are to this city whether they've gone national or solely play in dive bars throughout the city. They love Seattle and the fans. Many show it in subtle ways like talking to everyone after a live performance at the merch booth or in more extravagant ways like free shows or fundraisers. A good example was the performance by Grand Hallway, along with Lindsay Fuller and The Royal Bear, that raised funds for non-profits last Thursday. This kind of show brings in a lot of people that may not know (or honestly even care) about the charity that is benefiting. At worst, everyone enjoys the music and at best it brings awareness, funds, and possibly even new volunteers to a deserving organization. There is also an amazing annual event dubbed Noise for the Needy that raises a huge amount of money for many local and national charities like The Vera Project, Rise n Shine, Rock for Choice, Parent Trust of Washington, Teen Feed, and many more.
Speaking of Teen Feed, tonight they'll be the beneficiary of an amazing musical performance. While highly anticipated by Death Cab for Cutie, solo Ben Gibbard, and Postal Service fans alike, the solo Gibbard show at the Crocodile wasn't publicized much. Really, they didn't need it since it was sold out long ago to many music lovers' chagrin (or delight depending on if you were lucky enough to snag a ticket). Gibbard has a bit of a personal stake in the project as well since his sister is the Executive Director. You can learn more about Teen Feed and the possibility of future shows like this one in the 3 imaginary girls interview with Megan Gibbard. I think despite his sister's involvement Ben, along with a majority of Seattle-based musicians, are willing and ready to help out locally. It's exciting to know that so many people with influence are so dedicated to our fair city and its inhabitants. It makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside to be Seattlites.more ›
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Can't Miss It: Wednesday
This or That: Mad Rad Makes Some Noise for the Needy
For our second installment of This or That, Radjaw from Mad Rad told us what he thinks of this fair city and its eccentricities.
Ben Gibbard Gives Back to the Kids Tonight
photo by Autumn Wilde
Speaking of Teen Feed, tonight they'll be the beneficiary of an amazing musical performance. While highly anticipated by Death Cab for Cutie, solo Ben Gibbard, and Postal Service fans alike, the solo Gibbard show at the Crocodile wasn't publicized much. Really, they didn't need it since it was sold out long ago to many music lovers' chagrin (or delight depending on if you were lucky enough to snag a ticket). Gibbard has a bit of a personal stake in the project as well since his sister is the Executive Director. You can learn more about Teen Feed and the possibility of future shows like this one in the 3 imaginary girls interview with Megan Gibbard. I think despite his sister's involvement Ben, along with a majority of Seattle-based musicians, are willing and ready to help out locally. It's exciting to know that so many people with influence are so dedicated to our fair city and its inhabitants. It makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside to be Seattlites.
Friday's Noise for the Needy Tip: Delta Spirit @ Neumos
Fans of Americana-tinged rock (think Sasquatch-favorites Dr. Dog) are highly encouraged to check out tonight's Neumos edition of Noise for the Needy. Delta Spirit will headline, The Romany Rye and then Ezra Furman and the Harpoons will open.
Can't Miss It: Thursday
LISTEN AND LOVE: Noise for the Needy continues into its second evening with 16 bands playing four Ballard venues. As part of this year’s four-day festival, over 80 bands are helping raise money for a variety of charities, including Red Cross Family Relief for King and Kitsap Counties, Roots Youth Shelter, Urban Rest Stop, and others. The place to be tonight is Tractor Tavern for Portland folk/acoustic outfit Horse Feathers, our beloved Tiny Vipers, Friday Mile, and Goldfinch. None of these catch your fancy? Check out the list of other performances.
Can't Miss It: Wednesday
IN FULL GIAMATTIVISION: Cold Souls is the too-grimly titled existential comedy starring Paul Giamatti as Paul Giamatti. While rehearsing Uncle Vanya, Giamatti begins to lose himself in his character's depression, and looking for a temporary fix, stumbles across the new process of "soul extraction," as detailed in the New Yorker. While the movie is deadpan, Giamatti is not. His off-kilter spiral into soullessness is by turns hilarious and touching.
Weekend Music
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.
Weekend Music
Don't call it a comeback, but the Cherry Poppin' Daddies have a new album out (Susquehanna) after a nearly ten-year hiatus. The '90s swing revival band plays two shows tonight at the Triple Door.
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