Rock Roundup
The Ultimate Singer Songwriter?
Josh Rouse continues to endure. He plays Turner Hall Sunday.
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
The Sheer Spirit of Split Single
Jason Narducy’s single project has resulted in a ton of sparkling songs; he plays (with Wilco’s bassist) at Cactus Club.
May 26th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
Jenny Lewis All By Herself
Former Rilo Kiley singer is still doing great music, and will perform at Turner Hall.
May 18th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
Japanese Noise Rock Loudly Comes
Melt-Banana comes to the Cactus Club, ready to discombobulate.
May 11th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
The Overlooked Artistry of Alejandro Escovedo
A great musician who effortlessly mines country, Tex-Mex, folk, punk and more, he plays at Shank Hall.
May 4th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
Death Cab for Cutie Gets Angry
After its leader’s divorce and despite glossy new album the band is playing harder and angrier on its new tour.
Apr 27th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
The Beautiful Agony of Sufjan Stevens
Singer songwriter’s latest album takes on his parents. He performs at Riverside Thursday.
Apr 20th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
Steve Winwood Can Still Thrill
Longtime rocker comes to Riverside. And James Hunter comes to Northern Lights.
Apr 13th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
Why Robbie Fulks Matters
The “insurgent country” artist can confuse audiences. But he’s edgy, funny, and good.
Apr 6th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
The Mavericks Are Still Hard to Define
They mix country, Latin, pop and even vaudeville. They play two shows at Northern Lights Theater.
Mar 30th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
TV on the Radio Still Won’t Compromise
Indie rock group, playing at the Pabst, has won popularity without sacrificing its artistry.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
Dan Bern Is Dead Serious
Maybe even when he’s being silly. The singer songwriter comes to Shank Hall and should be a treat.
Mar 16th, 2015 by Jon Gilbertson
