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Song of the Moment: Justin Townes Earle “Someday I’ll Be Forgiven For This” 11/26/11
We can’t stop listening to Justin Townes Earle. If you missed the photos from his set at Orlando Calling, click here: http://www.noizenews.com/archives/4502 www.justintownesearle.com/
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Occupy Movement Vol. 2 (Society’s Slideshow)
The Occupy Wall Street movement is showing no signs of stopping. It has expanded from Zucotti Park in New York City to Detroit, Los Angles and other major cities. People are gathering to protest the lack of available jobs, stagnating wages, and the overall stranglehold this banks and corporations have on our government. Newt Gingrich has told Occupy participants to “get a job right after you take a bath.” Well, Newt, it’s kind of hard to get a job if you have no personal residence to give as an address or can’t afford a telephone to supply a potential employer with a number at which they can reach you if they decide…
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Puscifer at Masonic Temple in Detroit 11/19/11 (Concert Review, Setlist & Photos)
www.puscifer.com After a strong opening performance by Carina Round, who also performed with Puscifer, the audience hunkered back down into their seats to enjoy a funny skit featuring Billy D. Hildy Berger, Major Douche and Cherry Pie. Maynard James Keennan then walked on to the bare stage and began to build a campsite complete with fire, picnic space, trailer, and a “stinky hippy drum circle.” Mr. Keenan spoke to us in the shape of an eloquent monologue introducing the meaning of Puscifer and the evening’s performance. He spoke of sustainability. Sustainability is a strong word then can encompass many different human themes such as survival of the planet, the human…
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A Closer Look at Jack White’s Third Man Records (Photos of Orlando Calling, Commentary, and Recommendations)
Jack White III grew up in Southwest Detroit as one of ten children. He flirted with the idea of life careers in priesthood and upholstery, but instead became the frontman for The White Stripes, The Raconteurs, and The Dead Weather. He has also created the most innovative record label that is doing great things for music. Third Man Records was originally created in Detroit in 2001, but didn’t have a physical location until 2009 in Nashville, TN. The location offers a record store, a record label, photo studio, dark room. recording booth, production office, distribution center and a performance space. When talented artists are passing through Nashville, Jack White invites…
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The Avett Brothers at Orlando Calling 11/12/11 (Photos)
Scott Avett – Vocals, Banjo, Kick Drum Seth Avett – Vocals, Guitar, High-Hat Bob Crawford – Vocals, Bass Joe Kwon – Cello http://www.theavettbrothers.com http://www.myspace.com/theavettbrothers http://www.youtube.com/theavettbrothers http://www.twitter.com/theavettbros The Avett Brothers were one of the top three highlights of Orlando Calling. Their enthusiasm for performing and overall musicianship impressed all festival-goers that got the opportunity to see them live.
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Check out the band White Denim! 11/8/11 (Photos)
Genre Fusion Members James Petralli Josh Block Steve Terebecki Austin Jenkins Hometown Austin, Texas http://www.whitedenimmusic.com http://www.myspace.com/whitedenimmusic http://www.twitter.com/whitedenimmusic The guys from White Denim are currently on tour with Manchester Orchestra. Familiarize yourself with them ASAP!
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Civil Twilight at Orlando Calling 11/12/11 (Photos)
Andrew McKellar Steven McKellar Richard Wouters http://www.civiltwilightband.com http://civiltwilightband.tumblr.com http://twitter.com/civiltwilight Civil Twilight is a rock band out of Cape Town, South Africa that should be on your list of bands to take notice of. They cite Oasis, U2 and Nirvana,The Verve, The Police, Muse and Radiohead as their main inspirations. To check out our Civil Twilight Pictures from Voodoo Fest in New Orleans in October, click HERE! As for their Orlando performance…Same great music, new hair haircolor!
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Check out The American Secrets from Detroit at Orlando Calling 11/12/11 (Photos)
Daniel Zott – Guitar and Vocals Danny Rossi – Drums Bryon Rossi – Bass Mike Mulliniks – Guitars Steve Saputo – Keyboards and Vocals http://www.theamericansecrets.com http://www.myspace.com/theamericansecrets The American Secrets is made up of 5 guys from other Detroit bands who love playing music together. After becoming the official band of www.freecreditscore.com, they have found themselves touring the US and sharing their music with a growing population of fans.
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Buddy Guy at Orlando Calling 11/13/11 (Photos)
It was an honor to photograph the Blues legend Buddy Guy. He was a joy to watch perform not only because of his winsome smile, but also because of his “stankface” when he was jamming out. Stankface is the face one makes when performing in such a face that takes it to the next level by letting the nasty out. http://www.buddyguys.com/ http://www.buddyguy.net/ http://www.myspace.com/buddyguy http://www.twitter.com/therealbuddyguy
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Chris Isaak at Orlando Calling 11/13/11 (Photos)
Most people think of the song “Wicked Games” when Chris Isaak’s name is mentioned. Chris and his crew put on a sparkling performance that was indeed a crowd-pleaser. http://chrisisaak.com/
