We've heard from quite a few music enthusiasts that they're tired of all the "beard rock" that's been running rampant throughout the city. Ok, we admit, we're big advocates of this movement and really excited about the direction Seattle music is going. However, we also recognize that's not the only type of music out there. As a matter of fact, there's hundreds of other styles that are lacking in this city and if you're unlucky enough to dislike folk rock, then you are hard-pressed to find a good local show. Well, tomorrow night Broken Records is headed to the Tractor Tavern and we think you'll like it. more ›

To those of you who only identify the soundtrack of Scotland as bagpipe tunes and/or the sunny pop of Belle & Sebastian, we implore you to spend some time with tonight’s Neumos lineup. more ›

Last night's Glasvegas show was both more smoke machine- and dude-heavy than we were expecting. As to the former, the sickly-sweet smell of fake fog was evident as soon as we walked in the door. "It's been running since 4 p.m.," the bouncer sighed. As to the latter, we generally expect there to be more men at rock shows than women--that's just how it is--but it was the varying types of dudes that surprised us. Your dad was there, along with a backward-hatted brah, some MBAs straight from the tool factory, and a few Scottish hooligans to cheer their fellow countrymen on. The caveman to our right was way into the show, torso spasming and fists pumping wildly, until he got angry over seemingly nothing about two-thirds through and stomped off in a huff. We were thankful for the douchebag in front of us (for once), because when Glasvegas' strobe lights started to sear our retinas, we could cower behind him and protect our eyes. Help us, Sportcoat Kenobi, you and your meaty head are our only hope! more ›

The Woodland Park Zoo Humboldt penguins are gonna be pissed when they hear about this. Sure, their new fancy-schmancy habitat, set to open next summer, will be much appreciated, but knighthood? Priceless. more ›

Scottish band Sons and Daughters maintains a fierce sound that fluctuates between rock and punk, paired with catchy choruses. If you still need a sonic picture, they’ve opened for Morrissey, Franz Ferdinand and The Decemberists. more ›