Image of the Day-"All Over You"

Omega Love

Friday January 23, 2009

Brillobox

Larryville

I have never seen this band play before, even though my friends Dave and Alva are supposedly related to someone in the band. I did not realize how jazzy they were. AND they bring the funk. I definitely would have been boogieing more but that's not very conducive to taking pictures now is it?

Image of the Day-"Heads Roll Off"

Frightened Rabbit

Tuesday January 27, 2009

WYEP Studios

Southside

From the excellent interview segment conducted by Cindy, there was no question to who the band really is.  Frontman Scott Hutchinson started the band as a solo performer and remains the group's leader.  He even went so far as to implore the audience members to step up to join the band as the new drummer to replace his brother. Ah, you gotta love brotherly ribbing.

Image of the Day-"Old Old Fashioned"

Frightened Rabbit

Tuesday January 27, 2009

WYEP Studios

Southside

Why did I miss this show from the previous night? These guys are incredibly good. I met Grant outside the studio smoking a butt and gave him my portrait of the Brothers Hutchinson and he loved it. Later, him and Scott said they were going to give it to their Mum! Sweet.

YEP is seriously getting some good bands to play in the studio as of late. I think it might have to do with a certain DJ there who has killer taste in music?!? Just sayin'. I'll have more tomorrow but there are more pictures here.

Meeting Of Important People

Friday January 23, 2009

Brillobox

Larryville

Image of the Day-"Bad Person"

Meeting Of Important People

Friday January 23, 2009

Brillobox

Larryville

I realize I have been focusing on a few local bands for what?...the past month? It turns out that the Donora CD release show was the last concert I attended until last night where I went to see...um, Donora. I have also been experiencing some messed up computer problems as you might be able to tell with some of the lay-outs of recent posts. I might have to take a few days of to re-boot and get things in order. Before I do I have to highlight MOIP who also played. They are the most exciting group around for me right now and last nights set with Jeff joining the band was no exception. Even though the Brillobox sound can be sketchy at best (especially up front), the musicianship definately shone through. They have announced their CD release show for March 28 @ Brillobox and I for one cannot wait.

Rex Theater

Southside

Image of the Day-"Owen!"

LohioDonora CD Release Show
Friday December 19, 2008
Rex Theater
Southside

I could see this band anytime. The new album is great and they songs are killer live. I love it when the band rocks out. My favorite song by the band is 'Fainting Goats' off the first release. There is a sweet acoustic version streaming on their webpage from a radio session. So, so killer! What I want to know is how can a guy get the rest of the session?

Image of the Day-"Mothers Pay More"

Meeting Of Important People

Donora CD Release Show

Friday December 19, 2008

Rex Theater

Southside

I haven't flipped for a band this much in a long time. Their myspace tracks are a cruel tease in anticipation of their debut release this spring. I was able to track down Josh's former band's disc (The You:For The Masses) at CD Baby. Oddly enough, it seems I might have snagged the last copy as it lists as out of stock now.

Image of the Day-"The Chorus!"

Donora
Friday December 19, 2008
Rex Theater
Southside

This was a phenomenal show. The band seemed excited and the crowd was very enthusiastic.
Thanks to Jake, I was familiar with all of the songs that they played which sounded great live. Even the jaded sound mixer was impressed with the music and the turnout for the show. With soundcheck, the opening bands, and the show itself, I ended up taking more pictures at a concert than I ever have before. I have 11 GB of memory with me and I never thought that I would use that much in a single night. By the last song I was actually erasing blurry pics to keep on snapping. It always fascinates me to talk to musicians. I am always intrigued how they balance 'band life' and 'ordinary life'. To me, I guess I have this idyllic notion that Donora supports itself through record sales and touring. Reality says different. Most people in bands have 'normal' jobs and unless they become freakishly popular, their music is an outlet that they are able to pursue either diligently or casually. There has to come a time in a band's career when they have to choose I suppose. That to me would be a scary prospect. The uncertainty of the business and how it could change your perception of things. Whoa, heavy stuff.

An Appreciation-"Good Night, States"

The groovy band was kind enough to use one of my photos for their latest Internet single! Thanks so much guys (and gal). My first cover...sniff...there's something in my eye.

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Good Night, States

Best of 2008-Photos

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