B52’s were Amazing! The Roxy was packed and never sounded better. It truly was the world’s greatest party(band).
Great pictures Trev!
MK from popbytes.com was in the house. Check out what he had to say about the show.
UPDATE i had the best time ever! the band totally rocked - everyone had a blast and i did indeed get my dance on big time! plus i managed to get some decent pics and took a small bit of video which i’ll post soon - and a highlight of the evening was when i met one half of junior senior - i fill y’all in on the details shortly but right now i so need to lay it down and i’m planning on sleeping very late tomorrow! popbytes over & out for tonight - xxoo!
Hailing from our very own LA - we’ve always been big fans of Golden State! They’ve spent some quality time on the stage with our pals Rooney and Phantom Planet - and now it’s time for them to own the night!
Golden State Live At The Roxy
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Best known for her work as lead singer and bassist in the ’80s and early-’90s alternative rock trio Concrete Blonde, Johnette Napolitano is also a poet, social activist, soundtrack composer, and sculptor. Born in Hollywood on September 22, 1957, Napolitano lurked on the fringes of the Los Angeles punk and new wave scene, working at the legendary Gold Star Studios until she formed the duo Dream 6 with guitarist Jim Mankey. The pair recorded a self-titled 1982 EP produced by Jim’s brother Earle Mankey (like Jim, a former member of the first lineup of Sparks, and at the time one of the hottest producers on the L.A. new wave scene), which attracted the attention of IRS Records boss Miles Copeland. With a new drummer in Chicago transplant Harry Rushakoff and a new name supposedly bestowed by R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe that was supposed to connote the band’s mix of hard and soft elements, Concrete Blonde released their self-titled debut in 1987. This was quickly followed by Free, Bloodletting (featuring the group’s biggest hit, “Joey”), Walking in London, and Mexican Moon, before Concrete Blonde split in 1995. Napolitano then moved on to two short-lived projects, Vowel Movement (a collaboration with Holly Beth Vincent of Holly & the Italians) and Pretty & Twisted (with the late Marc Moreland, formerly of Wall of Voodoo), as well as occasional Concrete Blonde reunion albums. Following this, Napolitano began a second career as soundtrack composer for small and medium-budget indie films such as Wicker Park and Underworld. She also released a pair of largely improvised and mostly electronic albums, Sketchbook and Sketchbook 2, in 2002 and 2006. Johnette Napolitano’s first proper solo album, Scarred, followed in the spring of 2007. - Stewart Mason, All Music Guide
Filter Magazine Presents yet another night of HOT up and coming music. With The Panda Band, Sara Lov, Marty Klingman of Gliss - and new addition, OLIVER FUTURE - the Roxy will definitely be the place to be on Wednesday.
Post - Limp Bizkit - Wes Borland has finally found an outlet for his passion for both music and the visual arts. Always known for his ability to push the limit- Black Light Burns is no exception. And, it’s always a good time when one of our favorite Roxy bands - like, Cage 9 - get to play on a HUGE show, like BLACK LIGHT BURNS. It’s great to watch a band’s music and fan base grow right before your very eyes (and ears). So, if you’re coming to the show tomorrow - make sure you check out all the great support bands! Discover some new tunes…and see Wes Borland’s amazing new project that we are excited to have…rock n roll!
Friday night the Roxy walls will be shakin! We have not ONE but TWO amazing shows going on. At The Roxy we have the awesome latin-jam band B-SIDE PLAYERS and upstairs at ON THE ROX we have some really hot up and comers: HYPER CRUSH, LMFAO, THE TING TINGS & RZO. So do yourself a favor - and indulge your musical senses tonight. Check it out!
A sweet dance AND a sweet band. IMA ROBOT is definitely one of our favorite bands here at The Roxy - mostly because we love any band that turns the room into one HUGE party - and IMA ROBOT never fails. If you’ve never seen them…now is the time! And for all you IMA ROBOT vets, bring your dancing shoes!
B-Side Players is a septet led by frontman Karlos Paez and including guitarist Giovanni Mejia, bass player Gerry Guevara, saxophonist Regan Branch, percussionists Victor Tapia and Luis Cuenca, and drummer Ryan Moran. The son of a musician, Paez spent a good deal of his time growing up on the road and formed the band in 1993 in San Diego. The group built a local following and won several San Diego music awards for their blend of Latin, funk, rock, and reggae, and have toured with artists ranging from Ben Harper to Papa Roach. The group issued Movement in September 2001, which culled material from two self-released records, Renacimeinto and Culture Of Resistence. The album included a guest appearance by Herbie Hancock drummer Mike Clark and a cover of the War classic “Spill The Wine”. Continue reading ‘Fire in the Youth’
Sean Healy never fails to Present some AMAZING shows at The Roxy. In the past few months we’ve been the lucky spot for hip hop legends Naughty By Nature, and hot newcomers Baby Bash and Paula DeAnda. This time, SHP is bringing us DILATED PEOPLES. Known for their years of trend setting DJ and scratching skills…as well as their hot mix of music with humor, insight, and social commentary- its definitely something to come check it out!
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Thanks to the LA Weekly, to Goldenvoice, to all the bands, artists and djs that rocked the streets of Downtown LA. And special thanks to all of our good friends (new and old) that stoped by our booth. You made Detour a blast. The Roxy Crew had a great time hanging at our tent that was disguised as a pink disco lounge. We handed out free tickets, stickers and, most popular, our homemade Pink Glowsticks to the thousands of smiling, happy, music loving people. It reminds me that sometimes you need to get out of the office and hit the road, even if it’s just to Downtown. Can’t wait for next year. Please feel to post your own pictures from Detour below.
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Heather, Bobby, Annie, Young Josh, Megan, Scottie and Trev, You all deserve a double clap. Thanks Guys!
Portishead’s former DJ Andy Smith first met group frontman Geoff Barrow while the two were at school; he eventually joined Barrow’s touring band as support DJ. He also appeared with the Fugees, Republica, and Prophets of the City, and released his debut mix album, The Document, in early 1998. A follow-up was five years in coming, but The Document II proved just as varied and exciting as the first. - John Bush, All Music Guide
DJ Andy Smith is playing The Roxy this coming Wednesday, October 3rd, with Troublemaker and J-Logic. Get your tickets now!
This Friday, The Boys Club Presents THE MEDIC DROID, playing with Good With Grenades, Hyper Crush, and DJs Heather Peggs and Jax live at The Roxy Theatre.
