Yes, it was funny. And considering how much former KMTT morning hosts Marty Riemer and Jodi Brothers are loved in this town, it was a…
Read Full ArticleConan O’Brien puts his show up for sale on Craigslist
Someone — either Conan O’Brien, a member of his staff or perhaps a prankster, has posted an ad for a “barely used late night talk…
Read Full Article‘Twilight’ fans gather for a weekend convention in Seattle
Don’t be surprised to see vampires with pointed teeth roaming the streets of downtown Seattle this weekend. Vampires and all their fans will descend on…
Read Full ArticleMarty Riemer’s Funny Festival thankful for its Facebook friends
Long-time Seattle radio hosts Marty Riemer and Jodi Brothers are staging the sixth annual Funny Festival Friday night (Jan. 15) at the Paramount Theatre —…
Read Full ArticleJemina Pearl is the leader of the pack on sassy, defiant rock
Singer Jemina Pearl may have found her Shangri-la. The Nashville native (now a Brooklyn, New York resident) is on her second tour in support of…
Read Full ArticleBattle of the Tech Bands: Boston vs. Seattle (in Boston)
If you’re planning to be in Boston in early February, mark you calendar for Xconomy’s Battle of the Tech Bands 3: Seattle vs. Boston. For…
Read Full ArticleDisney characters rock the house in new road show
Mickey Mouse is now a rock star? Apparently there’s nothing Mickey Mouse about it. The famous cartoon character takes the stage in the “Disney Live!…
Read Full ArticleBe a rock star at Seattle’s first Hard Rock Cafe
The Hard Rock Cafe is looking for a few good rock stars. Make that bussers, servers, bartenders, etc. When have you last heard the phrase…
Read Full ArticleCity Arts’ ‘Song Show’ kicks off 2010 at the Triple Door
City Arts magazine (formerly Sound magazine) is offering its first 2010 installment of “The Song Show,” an intimate singer-songwriter showcase combining live music and interviews,…
Read Full ArticleSoundgarden reunion: from a tweet to a roar
I received a tip two weeks ago from a trustworthy music-industry source that Soundgarden was planning a reunion and, cautiously, tweeted the news. I’m delighted…
Read Full ArticleElvis is long gone, but the King of rock ‘n’ roll hasn’t left the building
Fans are gearing up for what would have been Elvis Presley’s 75th birthday on Friday, Jan. 8. The Elvis Presley Birthday Celebration 2010 is Jan.…
Read Full ArticleLatest ZZ Top hot rod makes its debut at Japanese car show
ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons recently displayed his latest hot rod at the 18th annual Mooneyes Hot Rod and Custom Show in Yokohama, Japan, the biggest…
Read Full ArticleThe Dusty 45s won’t drop the ball on Seattle’s New Year’s Eve revelers
Seattle Americana and roots-music band The Dusty 45s celebrate New Year’s Eve in two times zones. Performing Dec. 31 at the Tractor Tavern, the first…
Read Full ArticleSeattle rock luminaries help raise $70K in salute to Lakewood police officers
Seattle rock band Queensryche, Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready and Duff McKagan’s Loaded were the musical guests for “KISW Salutes the Shield,” a benefit for…
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