Music
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Ryan Bingham If “Broken Heart Tattoos” is any indication, Ryan Bingham’s upcoming fifth album, Fear and Saturday Night, is going to be an open and honest look at where the gravel-voiced Americana singer is in his personal life. The song, a message to his future children, opens with “You are unborn and yet to be scarred with tattoos/The blood in your arm/Hell, it’s good and it’s warm/It’s still free to choose” before Bingham advises his kids to walk a straight line but not to be afraid to cut loose. The biographical lyrics give listeners some insight into Bingham’s rough past and hopes for the future. 21 and over. Columbia City Theater, 4916 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98118 SOLD OUT Saturday, November 29, 2014, 8pm
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The Flavr Blue It’s been just over a year since alt-electronic trio The Flavr Blue released its latest EP, Bright Vices, and the wait for more music is almost over, as the group plans to release a new project early next year. But before that, the trio (Lace Cadence, Parker Joe, and Hollis Wong-Wear) has released a video for “Hearts Racing” off the five-track EP. Sultry vocals from Cadence and Wong-Wear and a dynamic beat from Joe complement the clip, which features flashbacks to a couple’s happier moments interspersed with scenes of them fighting. The Billboard post that premiered the vid says those darker tones will carry over to the band’s upcoming project. With Katie Kate, Cuff Lynx, DJ Simon Thwaits. 21 and over. Neumos, 925 E. Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $10 adv. Saturday, November 29, 2014, 8pm
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Black Whales Seattle five-piece Black Whales has a sound that really is all its own. The band’s sophomore album, Through the Prism, Gently, is a mix of pop sensibilities and darker psych-rock elements. A focus on catchy melodies and big hooks is there, but the band adds enough fuzz and ambience to keep Prism from feeling overly polished-a balance that makes it one of those records that fits a variety of spaces. There are enough pensive moments for a quiet night in, but danceable beats also make it a strong live album-something fans can experience for themselves at this album-release show. With the Young Evils, Timbre Barons. 21 and over. Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave. N.W., Seattle, WA 98107 $8 Saturday, November 29, 2014, 9pm
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Eric Hutchinson If loving solid power-pop records is wrong, then I don’t want to be right. Case in point: singer/songwriter Eric Hutchinson’s latest release, Pure Fiction. Unapologetically upbeat, it lets listeners know it’s OK to be happy. Pure Fiction is more than just auditory cotton candy, though; Hutchinson incorporates a variety of techniques to keep things interesting. He slows things down on “Goodnight Goodbye” and “Sun Goes Down,” and adds soulful flair to “Love Like You.” Also, the album closes with three acoustic tracks, including a take on opener “Tell the World,” that show that Hutchinson’s pop mastery isn’t all smoke and mirrors. With Tristan Prettyman, Nick Howard.. All ages. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $20 Sunday, November 30, 2014, 7:30pm
UW Gospel Choir 100 voices strong. Meany Hall for the Performing Arts, UW Campus, Seattle, WA 98105 $10-$15 Monday, December 1, 2014, 7:30pm
UW Jazz innovations Standards and originals from the Studio Jazz Ensemble and the Modern Band. Meany Studio Theater, UW campus, Seattle $10-$15 Monday, December 1, 2014, 7:30pm
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Thee Oh Sees It’s been an odd year for Thee Oh Sees. The quartet, led by singer/guitarist John Dwyer, announced it was taking a break at the end of 2013, leading many to think it was going on indefinite hiatus. The April release of a new album, the psychedelic Drop, added to the confusion over the band’s status. Plus, before Drop was recorded, three members left the band, leaving Dwyer to work with frequent collaborator Chris Woodhouse by himself. The band’s social-media accounts also haven’t been updated since the break, but despite all that, the band, now a trio, is back on the road. With Jack Name. All ages. The Crocodile, 2200 Second Ave., Seattle WA 98121 $15 adv. Monday, December 1, 2014, 8pm
106.1 Kiss FM’s Jingle Ball 2014 106.1 KISS FM, Seattle’s #1 Hit Music Station, today unveiled the star-studded lineup for its annual holiday concert, 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2014 taking place on Tuesday, December 2, at 6:00p.m. PST at the WAMU Theater. 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2014 is part of the national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour, the season’s biggest annual music event that captures the holiday spirit of the iHeartRadio app, in Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Washington D.C., Chicago, Miami, and Tampa, with additional Jingle Ball concert events in Dallas, Atlanta and Columbus.
106.1 KISS FM officially announced the all-star performers for 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2014, which will include Lil Jon, Afrojack, Fall Out Boy, Mary Lambert, Fences, Jake Miller, Rixton, Lindsey Stirling and MAGIC!.
Pre-Sale tickets will be sold exclusively to 106.1 KISS VIP’s via Ticketmaster outlets on Friday, October 17 from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. PST. Fans can register for free to become a 106.1 KISS FM VIP Club Member by logging on to www.KISSFMSEATTLE.com. Any remaining tickets following the will be available for public purchase starting Saturday, October 18, at 10a.m. PST via Ticketmaster.com.
“There’s truly something for everyone on this year’s Jingle Ball lineup,” said Eric Powers, 106.1 KISS FM Program Director. “We’ve got range … pop favorites like Jake Miller and Rixton … hometown legends Mary Lambert and Fences … plus huge DJs in Lil Jon and Afrojack. This is gonna be one huge holiday party!
Every year 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball gives back to the community to celebrate the holiday season. This year’s official charity for 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2014 is the station’s annual Radiothon partner Seattle Children’s Hospital in advance of Bender’s One Big KISS for Seattle Children’s Hospital.
For up-to-minute information on 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2014 log on to www.KISSFMSEATTLE.com keyword: Jingle Ball or listen to 106.1 KISS FM on-air or online via the station’s website, as well as on iHeartRadio.com and the iHeartRadio mobile app, iHeartMedia’s all-in-one music streaming and digital radio service. iHeartRadio is available across web, mobile phones, tablets, automotive partners, smart TVs, gaming devices and more. iHeartRadio is always free for listeners to use, with no capped hours or monthly subscription fees. It delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: Instant access to more than 1,500 radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations “Perfect For” any mood or activity, and a Shows & Personalities feature giving users access to the best on-demand news, talk and entertainment content available today. To see all available platforms and to download the app, visit iHeartRadio.com/apps.
Artists and/or event subject to change or cancellation without notice. Wamu Theater at Centurylink Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98134 Visit website for more info Tuesday, December 2, 2014, 6pm
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106.1 KISS FM MAZDA Jingle Ball Every year, 106.1 KISS FM brings together up-and-coming pop stars for one night of music to ring in the holidays. This year’s 106.1 KISS FM MAZDA Jingle Ball is no different. Local favorites Mary Lambert, who recently released her debut album, Heart on My Sleeve, and indie-rock quartet (and Macklemore and Ryan Lewis collaborator) Fences are scheduled to take the stage, as is YouTube sensation Lindsey Stirling, who combines classical and electronic music and dance through choreographed violin routines. Florida-based hip-hop artist Jake Miller, English pop quartet Rixton, and Canadian reggae-rock quartet Magic!, whose song “Rude” topped the charts this summer, will also perform. All ages. The Moore, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $22.50 and up Tuesday, December 2, 2014, 7pm
Ricardo Guity Music of Honduras from this visiting artist in the UW ethnomusicology department. Brechemin Auditorium, Music Building (1st floor), University of Washington,
West Stevens Way NE & Skagit Lane, Seattle $5 Tuesday, December 2, 2014, 7:30pm
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Alvvays The self-titled debut from Toronto-based indie-pop quintet Alvvays (pronounced “always”) covers every state of being in love with a ‘60s-inspired jangle-pop feel. There’s “Archie, Marry Me,” in which lead singer Molly Rankin boldly proposes despite Archie’s distaste for matrimony and fears that alimony could ruin his student-loan payments; and the easy invitation of “Party Police”: “You don’t have to leave/You could just stay here with me.” The band also handles the “delusional” act of waiting for someone who just doesn’t feel the same way in “Red Planet” and losing the one you love in “Next of Kin.” Alvvays is a solid indie-pop package: charming, stylish, and refreshing. With Absolutely Free. 21 and over. Barboza, 925 E. Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $10 adv. Tuesday, December 2, 2014, 8pm
HOT House Party The New HOT 103.7 (KHTP) proudly announces the first HOT House Party featuring your favorite all-time old school throwback artists Bobby Brown, Tony! Toni! Tone!, Ginuwine and Rob Base. ShoWare Center, 625 W James StreetKent, WA 98032 $48.50-$114 Friday, December 12, 2014, 8pm
