Ladysmith Black Mambazo Elvis Presley surely would have loved Ladysmith Black Mambazo — and not because of the group’s habit of greeting applause with the words, “Thank…
Read Full ArticlePearl Jam tour kicks off in Seattle
In support of its highly anticipated ninth studio album, “Backspacer,” Pearl Jam will perform a short North American tour opening Sept. 21 and 22 at…
Read Full ArticleKISW is rocking out for hunger
The fifth annual KISW “Rock Out Hunger” food drive to benefit Northwest Harvest is 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Auburn Chevrolet,…
Read Full ArticleREVIEW: Green Day, The Bravery at KeyArena
The Fourth of July weekend started early for fans of Green Day. The veteran punk-rock band from Berkeley, Calif., kicked off its national tour Friday…
Read Full ArticleREVIEW: Yes, Asia at the Snoqualmie Casino
The Snoqualmie Casino doesn’t have a summer amphitheater, despite spectacular surroundings and a stunning view of Mt. Si. Tuesday night’s double bill featuring classic-rock bands…
Read Full ArticleREVIEW: King Sunny Ade at the Triple Door
Known for their all-night dance marathons, Nigeria’s King Sunny Ade and His African Beats turned an hourlong set into what felt like an all-night party…
Read Full ArticleRock marathon leads to Marymoor
Seattle is so awash in good bands that music will be as big a part of Seattle’s first Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon as the marathon…
Read Full ArticleMichael Jackson RIP
Michael Jackson’s death today is truly a shocker that will resonate with generations of fans and remain in the news for weeks to come. The…
Read Full ArticleRising star: Jared Douglas
One of the surprise musical guests at Wednesday night’s re-election party for Seattle City Councilman Nick Licata at the Crocodile Cafe was R&B/smooth jazz singer…
Read Full ArticleGene Stout appreciation party
Friends and colleagues gather for a “Gene Stout appreciation party” at the Feedback Lounge.
Read Full ArticleZooTunes launches June 17
The first of the big outdoor concerts series begins next week when colorful new-wave band The B-52s take the stage at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June…
Read Full ArticleLayne Staley tribute
The eighth annual Layne Staley Tribute and Benefit Concert will take place Aug. 22 at the Showbox at the Market. The event beginning at 7:30…
Read Full ArticleAlan White celebrates his 60th
Alan White, drummer for progressive-rock band Yes, will celebrate the big 6-0 with a bang when he joins the Seattle Symphony percussion section for a…
Read Full ArticleBlink-182 signs on for Endfest 18
Reunited San Diego punk-rock band Blink-182 will headline 107.7 The End’s Endfest 18 Sept. 10 at the White River Amphitheatre in Auburn. Joining Blink-182, which…
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