RIP Michael Jackson

Took me a while, I think I've come to terms with it now. The first concert I ever took my sister to. What else can be said that hasn't already. I'll remember him like this, one of the greatest performances ever (amongst so many):



Make the world a better place.

Michael Jackson

Anvil (live) @ Uptown Theatre 5/8/09

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So I had a chance to watch "Anvil! The Story of Anvil" and see the band perform last Friday. Wow! One of the greatest movie/band experiences for me ever. Even without seeing the band live, trust me, you'll love the movie. Go watch it ASAP.

A couple of vids I shot at the show (thanks Kyle for saving us seats). Not the greatest live videos ever, since peeps were blocking my view and I was rockin' out, but you get the idea...

Anvil - "666" live @ Uptown Theatre 5/8/09


Anvil - "Metal On Metal" live @ Uptown Theatre 5/8/09


A couple of other brief things to talk about:

1) Fucking not cool!

2) This whole post was written while listening to 'This Is Thirteen', which I bought after the show. Obvs ;)

3) My buddy Tom "officially" had the day off and drove the band around all day Friday. Ahhh, the stories...

Anvil Website | MySpace | Movie Website

Video/Pics: Elton John & Billy Joel live @ Xcel Energy Center 5/5/09

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That show sucked! Just kidding ;) Obvs, two legends on the same bill... amazing.

Strib Review | Pics | Setlist etc

Some concert footage for you.

Elton John & Billy Joel - "Your Song" (opening tune)


Elton John & Billy Joel - "Dont Let the Sun Go Down on Me"


Billy Joel & Elton John - "My Life"


Elton John - "Saturday Night Is Alright"


Billy Joel - "Don't Ask Me Why"


Billy Joel - "Always a Woman"


Elton John & Billy Joel - "Candle in the Wind"


Elton John Website
Billy Joel Website

... and I'll give you a bonus vid tonight ...

Worst live video eva: Elton John & Billy Joel - "Piano Man"


Peace out my friends ;) Take it easy.

We Were Promised Jetpacks - “Quiet Little Voices”

Gotta' agree with Mojo. Brilliant band name, love the tune, Scotland rules...



mp3 here.

We Were Promised Jetpacks Website | MySpace | YouTube

Video/Pics: Travis live @ Fine Line Music Cafe 4/17/09

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Great show. Some vids for you, pretty sure they'll put a smile on your face. Recommended viewing "Closer", "All I Want To Do Is Rock" (Wow), "Why Does It Always Rain On Me" (Pogo style), "Flowers In The Window" (Barber Shop style). They're all good, though.

"Intro / 3 Times & You Lose" (opening tune):


"Writing To Reach You":


"Closer":


"Side / Eyes Wide Open / Side":


"All I Want To Do Is Rock":


"Turn":


"Pipedreams" (acoustic):


"Blue Flashing Light":


"Why Does It Always Rain On Me":


"Flowers In The Window":


Ha, that's almost half the show ;) Shitty background singing by yours truly. Klaus! Enjoy, catch ya' later.

Travis Website | MySpace

Previously:
Travis live @ First Avenue 7/22/07

More Cowbell 5th Anniversary Party | Thu 4/16 @ Turf Club [You Should Go]

My buddies over @ More Cowbell are celebrating their 5 year anniversary by putting on a great show Thursday 4/16. Let's go!



What: More Cowbell 5th Anniversary Party
When: Thursday, April 16th, 2009 at 9pm (Doors at 8pm)
Where: Turf Club (1601 University Ave, St. Paul, MN)
Who: Romantica / The Evening Rig / The Absent Arch
Cost | Age: $6.00 21+

Great bands. Hope to see you there.

Read an interview with "blogger" pal Kyle here.

Romantica - "Fiona" live @ Kieran's 6/8/08:

Video: Lily Allen live @ First Avenue 4/11/09, Minneapolis, MN

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Fantastic gig, Lily really killed it live. For an excellent full review, sweet pics, and the setlist, visit my pals over @ Culture Bully.

Also, check these out:
> More Cowbell: Lily Allen @ First Avenue (twitter FTW!)
> Gimme Noise: Lily Allen steals hearts at First Ave
> Star Tribune: Tart British pop star is the right flavor

Lily Allen Website | MySpace | Twitter

A few videos I shot at the show:

"Everyone's At It" (opening tune):


"Oh My God/Everything's Just Wonderful":


"LDN":


"He Wasn't There":


"Littlest Things":


"Fuck You":


"Smile":


"The Fear":


"Womanizer" (Britney Spears cover):


I think that should give you a good idea how it went ;)