Friday Flavor

Special Bonnaroo Ladies Edition

Loretta Lynn- You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)


Wanda Jackson- Thunder on the Mountain


Allison Krauss & Union Station- Baby, Now That I've Found You


Best Coast- When I'm With You

Lollapalooza 2011 Lineup

12th Planet, A Perfect Circle, Afrojack, An Horse, Ana Tijoux, Arctic Monkeys, Atmosphere, Beats Antique, Beirut, Best Coast, Big Audio Dynamite, Black Cards, Black Lips, Boy & Bear, Bright Eyes, Busy P, Cage The Elephant, Cee-Lo, Chico Trujillo, Christina Perri, City and Colour, Cold War Kids, Collie Buddz, Crystal Castles, Cults, Daedelus, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr., Deadmau5, Death From Above 1979, Deftones, Delta Spirit, Disappears, DJ Mel, Dom, Electric Touch, Ellie Goulding, Eminem, Explosions in the Sky, Feed Me, Fences, Fitz and the Tantrums, Flogging Molly, Foo Fighters, Foster The People, Friendly Fires, Girl Talk, Gold Motel, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Grouplove, Imelda May, Iration, J. Roddy Walston and the Business, Jackmaster, Jay Electronica, Joachim Garraud, Julia Easterlin, Kerli, Kid Cudi, Kids These Days, Kyle Lucas & Captain Midnite, L1ght, Lady D, Lia Ices, Lissie, Local Natives, Lord Huron, Los Bunkers, Lykke Li, Manchester Orchestra, Maps & Atlases, Mayer Hawthorne & The County, Midnight Conspiracy, Modeselektor, Muse, My Morning Jacket, Nas & Damian Marley, Noah and the Whale, OK Go, Patrick Stump, PerryEtty Vs. Chris Cox, Phantogram, Portugal. the Man, Pretty Lights, Ratatat, Reptar, Rival Schools, Ruby Jane, Ryan Bingham & The Dead Horses, Ryan Leslie, Sam Adams, Savoy, Skrillex, Skylar Grey, Sleigh Bells, Smith Westerns, TAB The Band, Tennis, The Bloody Beetroots Death Crew 77, The Cars, The Chain Gang of 1974, The Drums, The Glitch Mob, The Joy Formidable, The Kills, The Mountain Goats, The Naked and Famous, The Pains of Being Pure at Heart, The Pretty Reckless, The Vaccines, Tinie,Tempah, Titus Andronicus, Two Door Cinema Club, Typhoon, Ween, White Lies, Wye Oak, Ximena Sarinan, Young, Young the Giant

Tom Jones @ Tennessee Theatre

There aren't many in the entertainment industry that have a  resumé as lengthy and diverse as that of Tom Jones. Born in 1940, in the United Kingdom, Thomas John Woodward was raised in South Wales. Jones began singing at an early age and in 1963 became part of the British Invasion when he became lead singer of Tommy Scott and the Senators. Breaking away from his welsh beat group, Tom signed with Decca records. His first international, hit single came with Jones' "It's Not Unusual." The song peaked at number one in the UK and the top 10 in the US. 

Throughout the late 60's, Tom Jones was a recurring name on pop charts and began playing regularly in Las Vegas. Relocating to America, Jones became the host of This is Tom Jones!, a variety show hosted by the man himself. With his popularity slipping by the end of the 70s, Jones began recording country in the early 80s. Always evolving, Jones began teaming up with modern artists and producers in the 90s and early 00s, including Wyclef Jean, Future Cut, and Jools Holland. Jones latest release, 2010's Praise and Blame, features him digging into the American songbook including numbers by John Lee Hooker and Bob Dylan. 

You can catch Tom Jones tonite at Tennessee's State Theatre located in the heart of downtown. Tickets for the show will set you back either $90 or $65 plus fees.  Read more for what to expect from Tom Jones legendary, 46 year career...

Lucinda Williams @ Bijou Theatre

Perhaps one of the most critically acclaimed artists of the last few decades, Lucinda Williams has been making waves in the country/americana world for years. However, it has taken fans longer to warm up to Lucinda's unique style. Many critics claim that Williams' obscurity is due to the length between album releases, sometimes taking years between albums. However, this can be attributed to Lucinda's fabled obsession with perfection and attention to detail. 

Born in Louisiana, Williams was raised listening to blues and country artists such as Hank Williams. Moving around the country, she shared her time between Austin, Houston, New York, and Los Angeles. Her first album,  Ramblin' on My Mind, also referred to as Ramblin' , was released in 1979 and featured classic country and blues standards. Her follow up, 1980's Happy Woman Blues featured all original compositions and showcased her talents as a singer and songwriter but was generally overlooked by fans and critics.

Lucinda wouldn't release her next official follow up until 1988. The eponymous album featured the song "Passsionate Kisses." The song would be recorded by Mary Chapin Carter and would give Lucinda her first grammy. However, Lucinda Williams' greatest success would come with the release of 1998's Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. After years of working on the album obsessively and a few legal woes, the album was bought and released by Mercury. The album went on to become gold and would win Lucinda the best folk album that year. Lucinda has released a couple of albums in the last decade including 2001's Essence and this year's Blessed.

Tonite's show at the Bijou will hopefully showcase Lucinda's amazing talents in a very intimate venue. Tickets are $39.50 plus fees and showtime is at 8:00p. Read more for what to expect...

SoundCloud City

Say It by Beastie Boys

Toddla T - Take It Back (Dillon Francis Remix) by DILLONFRANCIS

BrokenBells-Meyrin Fields(Sub Swara RMX) by Sub Swara

OOAH - THE LOVE I NEED by OOAH

Amos Lee @ Tennessee Theatre

With four albums under his belt, Amos Lee has been making waves in the adult contemporary (for lack of a better term) world. With influences ranging from jazz to rock, country to blues, the Philadelphia native has crafted his own unique place in the musical world. Since the release of his eponymous debut album, Mr. Lee has toured with a who's who list of artists including Norah Jones (who's bassist, Lee Alexander, produced Amos' debut), Bob Dylan, Dave Matthews, and English singing sensation Adele. Amos always had an affinity for music, but after working as a school teacher, he decided to pursue it as a career. Amos was signed to Blue Note records after he was noticed by future label mate, Norah Jones. Earlier this year, the Philly native released his fourth album entitled, Mission Bell. The album includes appearances by Willie Nelson, members of Calexico, and Lucinda Williams (who will be at the Bijou Wednesday). Opening up for Amos tonite will be Los Angeles alt-rockers The Wastson Twins. Read more for what to expect...

Happening This Week

04/25 Amos Lee, Watson Twins @ Tennessee Theatre
          Justin Kalk Orchestra @ Preservation Pub
04/26 True Widow @ Pilot Light
          Daikaiju, Odd Order @ Preservation Pub
04/27 Lucinda Williams @ Bijou Theatre
          Daikaiju, Odd Order @ Pilot Light
          East Coast Dirt, The Harmed Brothers @ Preservation Pub
04/28 Tom Jones @ Tennessee Theatre
          Slightly Stoopid, Meat Puppets @ Valarium
          Ramblin' Gamblers, LBC Roadshow, The El Diablos @ Cider House
          Ian Thomas Showcase @ Preservation Pub
          Dinner Concert w/ R.B. Morris @ Square Room
04/29 Girl Talk, The Kingston Springs, Cruz Contreras @ World's Fair Park
          Exam Jam feat. Earth Quaker, Soulfinger, The Theorizt, Fine Peduncle, and
          4matiks @ Cider House
          Very Disco: Daft Punk Tribute @ Valarium
          Ian Thomas Showcase @ Preservation Pub
04/30 Family Force Five presents: Tourantula! @ Bijou Theatre
          Dirt Daubers @ Pilot Light
          Ian Thomas Showcase @ Preservation Pub
05/01 Two People Playing Music @ Preservation Pub

Dirty Guv'nahs Bijou Weekend

 

Tonite, locals Dirty Guv'nahs take stage at the Bijou for the first of a two nite run. Voted Knoxville's best band for 3 years in a row by Metro Pulse readers, this Easter weekend double feature solidifies them as arguably Knoxville's best current band. Playing Sundown regularly and having earned a spot at Bonnaroo, the Guv'nahs' brand of southern rock appeals to music lovers new and old. Cutting their teeth at bars and rock clubs in Knoxville and around the south, members James Trimble (vocals), Justin Hoskins (bass), Aaron Hoskins (drums), Chris Doody (keys, vocals), Cozmo Holloway (guitar, vocals), and Michael Jenkins (guitar, keys), have released 2 full length albums and are in the process of recording new material as well. A pass for both nights is $28 plus fees.

Friday Flavor

Gang Gang Dance- Mindkilla


Danger Mouse, Daniele Luppi, & Jack White- Two Against One


Santigold- Go (feat. Karen O)


Holy Ghost!- Wait and See
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Peelander Z @ Cider House

How do you like your steak? This is only one of many questions that will be answered tonite by Japanese comic punk rockers, Peelander Z. Coming from the "z area of planet Peelander," but based out of Brooklyn, the band consists of Peelander Yellow, Peelander Red, and Peelander Green. The group is known for their raucous on-stage antics and audience interaction. Having been together since 1998, the group has released multiple albums and singles and appeared at numerous festivals including Bonnaroo and SXSW. Opening up will be Anamanaguchi. Be prepared for a wild 4/20 Japanese punk show at Cider House tonite!

SoundCloud City

Straight Blimpin' by Polish Ambassador

Abducted by cultscultscults

Lykke Li: Sadness Is A Blessing (Gold Panda Remix) by Gold Panda

Ana Lola Roman - Klutch (Com Truise Remix) by Com Truise

Happening This Week

04/18 Kort McCumber @ Barley's
          Lydia Loveless, Joe Fletcher & the Wrong Reasons @ Preservation Pub
04/19 KJO Present Afro Latin Jazz with Arturo O'Farill @ The Bijou
          Seether, My Darkest Days, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus @ Valarium (Sold Out)
          Robby Bratta & the Passing Tones, Plainclothes Tracy @ Preservation Pub
04/20 Peelander-Z, Anamanaguchi @ Cider House
          The Howlies, Unicobra @ Pilot Light
          Smokin' Slomski Brothers, The Judy Chops @ Preservation Pub
04/21 Arpetrio, EP3, New Planet @ Cider House
          Oh No Oh My, Chris Miliany @ Barley's
          Grandpa's Stash, Madre @ Preservation Pub
04/22 Dirty Guv'nahs @ The Bijou
          Tipper, Vibe Squad, PlayLow, Futexture @ Valarium
          Bluegrass Ball feat. The Travelin' McCoury's, Emmit Nershi Band, and
          Cruz Contreras @ Cider House
          Southern Culture on the Skids, Mad Tea Party @ Square Room
          Black Cadillacs @ Barley's
          The Love Language @ Pilot Light
          Natti Love Joys @ Preservation Pub
04/23 Dirty Guv'nahs @ The Bijou
          Midnite Voyage feat. Kidsmeal, Sam & Tre, Jazzy Jedi @ Cider House
          Tokyo GoGo w/DJ Slink @ Valarium
          Ben Nichols (of Lucero), Mic Harrison @ Square Room
          Matt Woods, Dixie Ghost @ Patrick Sullivan's
          Hot Shot Freight Train, Caleb Caudle & the Bayonets @ Preservation Pub
04/24 Senryu, Tim Lee 2, Rus Harper @ Pilot Light

Steve Miller Band @ The Tennessee Theatre

Tonite, the Steve Miller Band comes to the Tennessee Theatre as part of the Legends Series hosted by Lexus of Knoxville. With a string of hits in the 70's, Steve Miller and his band have become classic rock legends. Born in Wisconsin but getting his start playing blues in Chicago, Miller transplanted to San Francisco at the height of the psychedelic scene. Forming the Steve Miller Blues Band in 1967, the band built a local following by playing free shows and backing Chuck Berry for a concert at the Filmore that was later released as a live album.Childhood friend Boz Scaggs relocated to San Francisco joining the band just in time to rock the Monterey Pop Festival. The band received a record deal from Capitol shortly after.

SMB started the seventies off slow but finished strong. Their first album, "Children of the Future," was recorded in London and received some airplay. The band's subsequent releases failed to do much of anything. In 1972, Miller broke his neck in a car accident and developed hepatitis. This put him out of commission for most of '72 and '73. Steve Miller came back strong however, releasing "Living in the USA" and his first platinum album "The Joker."  The band kept gaining momentum throughout the '70's and into the early 80's with classics such as "Fly Like an Eagle," "Book of Dreams," and "Abracadabra." Since, Steve Miller Band has become a staple on classic rock radio. The show tonite will more than likely be a journey through SMB's long, successful career. If you're gonna catch the seminal seventies rockers tonite, tickets are going to set you back $82.50 plus fees and the show starts at 8p.

Friday Flavor

New Villager- Lighthouse


Sub Shanti- Purple Pyramid


Pariah- Orpheus


Michael Menert- In the Morning

Vestival 2011

We all know about major music festivals like Bonnaroo or Hang Out, but sometimes the smaller, lesser-known festivals can be more fulfilling due to the intimate performances and smaller crowds. Since 2001, a festival of this nature has been taking place in South Knoxville. Known as Vestival, a combination of the words Vestal, the community in which it takes place, and festival, it was begun by Trudy Monaco who wanted to celebrate the history and heritage of the community as well as South Knox. Taking place Saturday May 7 the fest is now headed up by Lonetone's front man, Sean McCullough.  Now in it's 10th year the festival has been held on the grounds of the historic Candoro Marble Company Building. The festival features art, crafts, and food vendors from around the region. Vestival is currently looking for volunteers, so head to their facebook if you're interested. Read more for the lineup....

Dexfest 2011 Lineup

Happening This Week

04/11 Johnny Astro and the Big Bang @ Relix Theatre
          Brockefellers @ Barley's
          Grandma's Dildos, The Real Nasty @ Preservation Pub
04/12 Sour Soul, Brett Mosley @ Preservation Pub
04/13 Dierks Bentley, Josh Thompson, Miss Willie Brown @ Valarium
          William Fitzsimmons, Slow Runner @ Square Room
          Penny Jar, Mountains of Moss @ Pilot Light (Early Show)
          Gnarly Whals, Marina Orchestra @ Preservation Pub
04/14 Toad and the Wet Sprocket @ Bijou Theatre
          Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's Ninth @ Tennessee Theatre
          Asking Alexandria, Emmure, Chiodos, Miss May I, Evergreen Terrace,
          Lower Than Atlantis @ The Valarium
          Shortwave Society @ Barley's
          Argentinum Astrum, Grass, Hellbender @ Pilot Light
          Blair Crimmins & the Hookers, Toy Soldiers @ Preservation Pub
04/15 Old 97's @ Bijou Theatre
          Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's Ninth @ Tennessee Theatre
          Bluetech, This Is Art, Landsquid @ Cider House
          HuDost & Friends, BizCirque @ Relix Theatre
          The Coveralls @ Barley's
          Burning Itch, Big Bad Oven @ Pilot Light
          Roman Reese & the Cardinal Sins, Whiskey Gentry,
          Whistle Pigs @ Preservation Pub
04/16 Midnite Voyage Live: Wondrous Temple of Boom @ Cider House
          Bad Dudes, Mutations @ Pilot Light
          Tokyo GoGo w/DJ Slink @ Valarium
04/17 Steve Miller Band @ Tennessee Theatre
          Acid Mothers Temple, Shilpa Ray & Her Happy Hookers @ Pilot Light

Friday Flavor

TV Girl- If You Want It (You Got It)


Arctic Monkeys- Brick by Brick


Peter Bjorn and John- Second Chance


Joy Formidable- Whirring

Bonnaroo Lineup Additions and Comedians

Artist Additions
NOFX
Galactic
G. Love & Special Sauce
Black Uhuru
Shpongle Presents Shpongletron Experience
Daniel Lanois' Black Dub
Allen Toussaint (w Dr. John and The Original Meters)
Anthony B
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears
Ben Sollee
Graveyard
Dennis Coffey
Forro in the Dark
The Knux
Naomi Shelton & The Gospel Queens
Futurebirds
Hangaii

Comedians
Lewis Black
420 Comedy Blaze hosted by Cheech Marin
John Waters
Henry Rollins
Henson Alternative's Stuffed & Unstrung
The League (Paul Scheer, Nick Kroll, Jon Lajoie, Stephen Rannazzisi)
Donald Glover
The Gregory Brothers
Kathleen Madigan
Eugene Mirman
Ted Alexandro
Tim Minchin
Tig Notaro
Hannibal Buress
Craig Baldo
Nate Bergatze

Cage the Elephant @ The Valarium

Representing our state's neighbor to the North and proof that Europe is a little ahead of the trend when it comes to rock 'n roll, Cage the Elephant has come up quickly and seem to be enjoying every minute of it. Getting their start only five years ago in Bowling Green, KY, the band got a record deal in '07 after their SXSW showcase. After releasing their debut album in 2008 in Europe, the mainstream rockers blew up due to their single "Ain't No Rest for the Wicked" and a strong cast of supporting songs. The band consists of brothers Matthew and Brad Shultz on piano, vocals, and rhythm guitar, as well as Lincoln Parish (lead guitar), Daniel Tichenor (bass, vocals), and Jared Champion rounding it out on drums. Here stateside, the Kentucky rockers have toured with the likes of Silversun Pickups and Stone Temple Pilots, as well as playing slots at major festivals such as Bonnaroo and Outside Lands. Doors open at 8p tonite with the show beginning at 9p. Opening will be Sleeper Agent (also of Bowling Green) and Scots, Biffy Clyro. Read more for what to expect tonite...

Sundown in the City Lineup

Last week Regal Entertainment formally announced the lineup for Sundown in the City 2011. Below are some videos of past Sundown's. Here it is in it's entirety:

April 21- Randy Houser, JC and the Dirty Smokers

May 12- Better Than Ezra, Johnny Astro & the Big Bang

May 19- Umphrey's McGee, Zach Deputy

June 2- Jonny Lang, Megan McCormick

June 16- Warren Haynes Band, Black Cadillacs

Happening This Week

04/04 Ian Thomas, Paul Lee Kupfer @ Preservation Pub
04/05 Cage the Elephant, Biffy Clyro, Sleeper Agent @ The Valarium
          The Chapin Sisters, Wilderness of Manitoba @ Pilot Light
04/06 Star 102.1 Battle of the Bands @ The Cider House
          KJO Jazz Lunch: Classics from the '70s and '80s @ Square Room
          Big Country's Empty Bottle @ Preservation Pub
04/07 Levi Lowery & the Community House Band @ The Cider House
          Drive-By Truckers, Dylan LeBlanc @ The Valarium
          Guerilla Suns @ Pilot Light
          Simplified @ Barley's Taproom
          Discordian Society, The Woodgrains @ Preservation Pub
04/08 Fair to Midland, Periphery, Scale the Summit, ARC @ The Cider House
          Mad Tea Party, Pinche Gringo @ Pilot Light
          Mic Harrison, Melungeons @ Barley's Taproom
          Earth Quaker, The Influence @ Preservation Pub
          Christabel & the Jons @ Knoxville Museum of Art
04/09 UT Opera presents: Albert Herring @ The Bijou
          Midnite Voyage Live feat. Papadosio, Meatball Madness @ The Cider House
          Tokyo GoGo w/DJ Slink @ The Valarium
          Mattoid, Dude Fuckin Whatever @ Pilot Light
          Angell "The Broken Tour" @ Square Room
          The Black Cadillacs, Matthew Mayfield @ Preservation Pub
04/10 UT Opera presents: Albert Herring @ The Bijou
          Skull Defekts, Zomes, White Gregg @ Pilot Light

moe. @ The Valarium

Formed in the late 80's in Buffalo, New York, moe. has been on the jam scene for over 20 years now. Following the likes of Widespread Panic and Phish, moe. has become a staple at major festivals, including Bonnaroo. Known for their lengthy shows and improvisation, the band also puts on their own music festivals including moe.down and snoe.down. Creating their own Fatboy Records label and releasing their first album in 1992, moe. has since released a slew of albums and recordings both live and in-studio. The quintet has been through a few lineup changes, but currently consists of Al Schnier and Chuck Garvey on guitars and vocals, Rob Derhak on bass and vocals, Jim Loughlin on percussion and vibes, and Vinnie Amico on Drums. The show at the Valarium tonite begins at 9p and is $25 at the doors. All you moe.rons have a great nite. 

Rhythm and Blooms Festival

The Dogwood Arts Festival is in full swing in Knoxville. A very special part of the festival this year is the Rhythm and Blooms Music Festival taking place in downtown Knoxville, particularly Market Square. If you did not happen to catch the shows last nite, don't worry there's plenty more tonite and tomorrow.  The shows are being held at different venues around the square, as well as on the main pavilion in the square. Tonite, locals Robinella and Scott Miller will take the main stage, while groups Apache Relay, New Vernacular, and Ponderosa will be performing at Latitude 35, John Black Studios, and Black Market. Tomorrow, all shows will be taking place at the Knoxville Botanical Gardens, located on Wimpole Avenue. Featuring the Jompson Brothers, The Whigs, and the Felice Brothers, it's sure to be a very special show. For more information, including artists and schedule, follow the links provided or visit rhythmnbloomsfest.com. Below are a sample of some artists performing at the festival.

Friday Flavor

Bent- An Ordinary Day


Daft Punk- Derezzed (Glitch Mob Remix)


Yacht- Dystopia


Burial- Street Halo