Music
Ms. Lisa Fischer and Grand Baton The backup singer for acts such as Luther Vandross, Tina Turner, and the Rolling Stones was featured in Twenty Feet From Stardom and now headlines her own show. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 See website for details. Ongoing through Sunday, March 15, 2015
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Lisa Fischer R&B singer Lisa Fischer released her first album, So Intense, in 1991, and though she won a Grammy for the single “How Can I Ease the Pain” (in a tie with Patti LaBelle), her career has been most notable for her work just behind the spotlight. The powerhouse vocalist, who was featured in the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet From Stardom, has worked as a backup and session singer for some of the biggest names in music, including Luther Vandross, Tina Turner, Dolly Parton, Beyonce, Aretha Franklin, Nine Inch Nails, and the Rolling Stones, with whom she’s toured since 1989. But even when she’s sharing a stage, Fischer’s voice and stage presence makes her impossible to ignore. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. All ages. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $39 Friday, March 13, 2015
Lucky 2015 Party on with performances by 12th Planet, Doozy, Slander, Brillz, and more. Wamu Theater at Centurylink Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98134 $75 Friday, March 13, 2015
Northwest Sinfonietta Cuban jazz with pianist Aldo Gavilan and the Harlem quartet. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle, WA 98101 See website for details. Friday, March 13, 2015
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Chop Suey Grand Re-opening Chop Suey fans have been on quite the roller-coaster ride over the past few months. Booker Jodi Ecklund told us back in November that she was to cease booking in January, leading many to believe that the venue was either being remodeled or closing. Turns out both were true. After a farewell show, the Capitol Hill staple closed for heavy renovations, which are said to include a new digital soundboard, a bigger stage, and, in the main room, decor to reflect the venue’s past as an auto-parts shop. But with this new look, and new owners, in place, Chop Suey is reclaiming its spot in the local scene with a two-night Grand Opening event. With Dead Moon, Girl Trouble. Chop Suey, 1325 E. Madison St., Seattle, WA 98122 Sold out. Friday, March 13, 2015, 9pm
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The Bitter Roots The Bitter Roots’ vocalist/guitarist/bassist Jeff Stetson drew lyrical inspiration for Noise Vibrations and Fumes, his fourth album with drummer, bassist, and keyboardist Ben Koostra, from a variety of scenarios: the repetition of a family name (“Too Many Freds”), meeting his wife (“Dairy Queen”), his son’s love of Pacific Science Center’s Tropical Butterfly House (“Butterfly Baby”), paparazzi (“The Precious”), abuse within the Catholic Church (“Habemus Papam,” “Go”), and society’s reliance on technology (“Paper World”). And, for good measure, the album title is inspired by the seemingly endless construction in Seattle. It’s a hodgepodge of topics, but the duo’s alt-rock sound is consistent. With the Lonely Drivers, the Ram Rams. 21 and over. Skylark Cafe & Club, 3803 Delridge Way SW $7 Friday, March 13, 2015, 9pm
The Flamin’ Groovies The band celebrates its reformed classic line-up. With Bread and Butter, The Tripwires. Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave. N.W., Seattle, WA 98107 $20 Friday, March 13, 2015, 9 – 10pm
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Katie Kate Kate Finn approaches Katie Kate in the same way I imagine pop singer Marina and the Diamonds saw Electra Heart, the character she created for her album of the same name. Kate is an alter ego of sorts, a bolder extension of Finn. Kate packs on the attitude and isn’t afraid to get in someone’s face, while Finn seems to be more subdued. Her latest, the self-released Nation, is a collection of dark hip-hop tunes, some of which further the idea that Finn and Kate are not one and the same: “I am not of the earth/I teleport,” she raps on “Buffalo.” With Vox Mod, Murder Vibes. Sunset Tavern, 5433 Ballard Ave., Seattle WA $10 Friday, March 13, 2015, 10pm
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Herbie Hancock & Chick Corea Over five decades, the two have reaped 14 Grammy Awards. The Paramount, 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 See website for details. Saturday, March 14, 2015
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Lisa Fischer R&B singer Lisa Fischer released her first album, So Intense, in 1991, and though she won a Grammy for the single “How Can I Ease the Pain” (in a tie with Patti LaBelle), her career has been most notable for her work just behind the spotlight. The powerhouse vocalist, who was featured in the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet From Stardom, has worked as a backup and session singer for some of the biggest names in music, including Luther Vandross, Tina Turner, Dolly Parton, Beyonce, Aretha Franklin, Nine Inch Nails, and the Rolling Stones, with whom she’s toured since 1989. But even when she’s sharing a stage, Fischer’s voice and stage presence makes her impossible to ignore. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. All ages. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $39 Saturday, March 14, 2015
The Rolling Stones Members of Seattle’s finest fringe punkers join forces to form the raddest Rolling Stones cover band. With Fancy Lads, CODEPENDENCY. Sunset Tavern, 5433 Ballard Ave., Seattle WA See website for details. Saturday, March 14, 2015
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Cracker On its latest release, a double album called Berkeley to Bakersfield, Cracker pays a heartfelt homage to its past and present. Berkeley features vocalists/guitarists David Lowery and Johnny Hickman, members of the band since its 1990 inception, along with the rest of the lineup from Kerosene Hat, the band’s most popular album to date, for punk-rock jams. Bakersfield, on the other hand, is a twangy collection that touches on the band’s country influences and features Lowery and Hickman backed by guest musicians, at least one of whom is now a touring member. At this show, Lowery and Hickman will perform tracks from both albums acoustically. 21 and over. Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave. N.W., Seattle, WA 98107 $20 Saturday, March 14, 2015, 6pm
Geoffrey Castle’s 10th Annual St. Patrick’s Celebration Geoffrey Castle, world renowned Electric Violinist, brings his 10th Annual St. Patrick’s Celebration to The Kirkland Performance Center. This is a Celtic Concert not to be missed. Castle is joined by his All Star Band, Special Guest from Ireland, Singer/Guitarist JP Hennessy, The Seattle Irish Dance Company, and The King County Firefighters Pipe and Drum Band.
With Castle’s Jaw Dropping Arrangements of Traditional Celtic and Irish Songs, this is an unforgettable Concert. Fun entertainment for All ages! Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland, WA 98033 $25 Adult, $20 Senior, $15 Youth Saturday, March 14, 2015, 8 – 10pm
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MxPx Bremerton punk-rock trio MxPx has been doing its thing for almost 23 years now, and the band’s latest, Acoustic Collection, chronicles just how far it has come. From its teen-angst years (“You don’t know me like you think you do/You don’t understand me and it’s true” from “My Mom Still Cleans My Room” on Life in General) to the wisdom it’s gained with age (“If you push yourself away from everyone you know/How do you expect relationships to grow?” from “Aces Up” on Plans Within Plans), the collection, which was released on the band’s 22nd anniversary, is a definitive review of the band for fans new and old. With Five Iron Frenzy, Success. All ages. The Showbox, 1426 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 Sold out. Saturday, March 14, 2015, 8pm
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Chop Suey Grand Re-opening Chop Suey fans have been on quite the roller-coaster ride over the past few months. Booker Jodi Ecklund told us back in November that she was to cease booking in January, leading many to believe that the venue was either being remodeled or closing. Turns out both were true. After a farewell show, the Capitol Hill staple closed for heavy renovations, which are said to include a new digital soundboard, a bigger stage, and, in the main room, decor to reflect the venue’s past as an auto-parts shop. But with this new look, and new owners, in place, Chop Suey is reclaiming its spot in the local scene with a two-night Grand Opening event. With Dead Moon, Girl Trouble. Chop Suey, 1325 E. Madison St., Seattle, WA 98122 $20 adv./$25 DOS Saturday, March 14, 2015, 9pm
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Lisa Fischer R&B singer Lisa Fischer released her first album, So Intense, in 1991, and though she won a Grammy for the single “How Can I Ease the Pain” (in a tie with Patti LaBelle), her career has been most notable for her work just behind the spotlight. The powerhouse vocalist, who was featured in the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet From Stardom, has worked as a backup and session singer for some of the biggest names in music, including Luther Vandross, Tina Turner, Dolly Parton, Beyonce, Aretha Franklin, Nine Inch Nails, and the Rolling Stones, with whom she’s toured since 1989. But even when she’s sharing a stage, Fischer’s voice and stage presence makes her impossible to ignore. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. All ages. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $39 Sunday, March 15, 2015
Jazzy Bluesy Sunday Brunch Enjoy brunch and live music with a different featured musical act each month. Artists include Eugenie Jones, Kareem Kandi Band, Ann Reynolds, Charles Mack, and more. See website for complete details. Maxim’s, 5608 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118 $15 Sunday, March 15, 2015, 1pm
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Widespread Panic The past five years have been interesting, to say the least, for blues-rock sixpiece Widespread Panic. The band released Dirty Side Down in 2010. The album, which featured originals as well as covers of Jerry Joseph’s “North” and Vic Chestnutt’s “This Cruel Thing,” was a welcome addition to an almost-30-year discography, but just two years after its release, the band went on hiatus. The break lasted less than a year, but even after the band resumed playing together, the only releases coming from the Panic camp were live recordings. It looks, though, like Widespread Panic is finally back on track: According to a Facebook post, the group has been spending time in the studio. All ages. The Paramount, 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 $41 Sunday, March 15, 2015, 7pm
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Robyn Hitchcock According to his press bio, when deciding to track his latest album, The Man Upstairs, live, English musician Robyn Hitchcock reasoned that since he only gets one shot at playing a song onstage, he should apply the same make-or-break attitude to the recording studio. With that in mind, Hitchcock and producer Joe Boyd recorded most of Upstairs’ 10 tracks in just one or two takes. The album, which contains original songs and covers of tunes by the Psychedelic Furs, Roxy Music, Grant-Lee Phillips, I Was a King, and the Doors, is smoother than expected given its rapid creation-though that’s not surprising coming from such a seasoned performer. With Emma Swift. 21 and over. Columbia City Theater, 4916 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98118 $22 Monday, March 16, 2015, 8pm
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Jessica Lynne Country singer Jessica Lynne’s latest single, “Calling Me Home,” is, in a nutshell, her experience in pursuit of the American Dream. On the track-recorded last year as part of London Tone Music Group’s “52 x 52: A Year in Your Ear” campaign-Denmark native Lynne talks of feeling an “eerie wind blowing from the cool Northwest” that’s calling her name. The more Lynne tries to ignore it, the louder this wind gets; eventually Lynne takes the leap and answers its call by moving to Seattle to work as a musician. That move has certainly paid off for Lynne, as her schedule has been packed with local shows ever since. 21 and over. Hard Rock Cafe, 116 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98101 Free Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 5pm
Dana Fuchs She just released Songs From the Road, a live concert album featuring a cover of the Beatles’ “Don’t Let Me Down” that she also performed in the movie Across the Universe. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $28.50 Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 7:30pm
Teen Cat This band parties like their cat-moms and cat-dads are gone for the weekend. With Def Leprechaun, The JV. Sunset Tavern, 5433 Ballard Ave., Seattle WA $8 Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 8pm
Talib Kweli & Immortal Technique Two big names in hip-hop come together. With NIKO, IS, CF, Hasan Salaam. The Showbox, 1426 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 adv./$28 DOS Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 9pm
Bayside Its fans call themselves a “cult,” which is what the band has appropriately titled its new release. With Senses Fail, Man Overboard, Seaway. The Showbox, 1426 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $17 adv./$20 DOS Wednesday, March 18, 2015, 7:30pm
Dana Fuchs She just released Songs From the Road, a live concert album featuring a cover of the Beatles’ “Don’t Let Me Down” that she also performed in the movie Across the Universe. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $28.50 Wednesday, March 18, 2015, 7:30pm
Rick Springfield Long after “Jessie’s Girl,” he’s become an author and continues to make music. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $50 Wednesday, March 18, 2015, 8pm
Los Lobos The rock band from East L.A. has enjoyed a career over three decades, with a huge back catalogue of hits and covers. The Triple Door, 216 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $75 and up Thursday, March 19, 2015, 8pm
March is Cabaret Month “The Cocktail Hour” runs every Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. in March and includes performances by different artists each week. See website for complete details. Egan’s Ballard Jamhouse, 1707 NW Market Street, Seattle WA, 98107 $15-$25 Friday, March 20, 2015
HARPS Electro-pop band from Seattle. Its EP, Marvelous Cheer is out now. With Hank & Cupcakes, Dionvox. Barboza, 925 E. Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $10 Friday, March 20, 2015, 7pm
Starbucks Hot Java Cool Jazz A benefit concert by award-winning jazz bands from five local high schools. The Paramount, 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 $20 Friday, March 20, 2015, 7pm
Los Lobos The rock band from East L.A. has enjoyed a career over three decades, with a huge back catalogue of hits and covers. The Triple Door, 216 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $75 and up Friday, March 20, 2015, 8pm
Magmafest 2015 Magmafest 2015!
What is Magma Fest?
Magma Fest is a month-long all-ages festival presented by Hollow Earth Radio that celebrates independent music, sound art, and community radio at multiple venues around Seattle. The 8th annual Magma Fest is coming March 2015.
What is Hollow Earth Radio?
Hollow Earth Radio is the Pacific Northwest’s freeform online radio station that presents a forum for underrepresented music, sounds and perspectives. We support the local music community in Seattle, King County, Washington state, and the larger Pacific Northwest. Our focus is on found sound, field recordings, forgotten music, local musicians, bedroom recordings, low-fi demos, dreams, storytelling, and things that feel real. We expose works that have yet to be unearthed or have long been dormant. We acknowledge and celebrate raw talent and imperfections, and encourage bands who’ve never had their music air on a radio before to take a chance with us. Not only do we talk with musicians, but we talk with music supporters like small label owners, DIY venue curators & music bloggers to reveal the stories behind the art, and learn about the actual people involved in creating the music culture in our area. We encourage community participation and offer the local community access to training and knowledge on how to run a radio station.
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Friday March 20th at the Cockpit:
Hollow Earth Radio’s “Going F.M.” Party
<2605> Religious Girls (Oakland, CA)
www.religiousgirls.bandcamp.com Using their talents, Religious Girls focus their energy into creating beautiful harmonies and layering them over intricate percussive rhythms. Preferring to play on the floor near listeners rather than a distant stage, they feel that no matter how high of quality a recording may be, the live set is what moves people, and therefore focus on creating intimacy with the crowd. These guys offer an intense and dramatic set, leaving viewers in awe by the end of each performance.
<2605> Great Spiders
www.soundcloud.com/great-spiders Great Spiders is the name of a musical project with material created solely by Omar Schambacher. Started in 2005, the name was taken from the book “Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds.” ‘Great Spiders’ originally refers to a medieval poison. Great Spiders is self-described as pop music, where no particular era or genre are exclusively inspirational. Melody, chordal flow, harmony, and production are what’s most important to Omar. “Lyrics are important, but are secondary to the sound” he says. Currently there is only one official Great Spiders release, ‘The Blues are Dead’ E.P. circa 2008. A follow-up record is nearing completion.
<2605> Gazebos www.soundcloud.com/gazebos-1
“Seattle’s best band named after a yard structure (sorry not sorry, Fences), Gazebos are Shannon Perry (formerly of Butts), TV Coahran and Jordan T. Adams (formerly of Spurm), and Shane Herrell (of Bread & Butter). Think dancing and post-punk soaked in pink wine-soft angles, fall-apart endings, the good kind of nervous, the good kind of arty, and Perry channeling a more reasonable Amy Winehouse or someone reading a letter to themselves out loud while smoking a cigarette from one of those long holders. Their live shows are A+.” -The Stranger
<2605> bod
www.bodcamp.bandcamp.com/album/party-drug-2 Born from deep within the firm abdominal muscles of the Puget Sound region in late 2013, bod features members of BOAT, Cumulus, Oberhofer, and Slowwave. Bod’s sound is a vivid yet wide spectrum: the fuzzed-out growl of a diamond-encrusted theropod, lost like a lion in canyons of smoke; the baroque harmonies of the well-dressed and undead; the static and warble of a public broadcast ID; playful arabesque melodies gliding across a green screen image Saturn. Bod draws influences from late 90’s Bay Area art-rock, grunge, glam, minimalism, punk, kiwi pop, and recreational watercraft.
8pm, $8, all ages
More info at www.magmafest.org The Cockpit, Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA $8 Friday, March 20, 2015, 8 – 11:55pm
Rhiannon Giddens The singer of Carolina Chocolate Drops performs solo from her new album Tomorrow is My Turn.
Meany Hall for the Performing Arts, UW Campus, Seattle, WA 98105 $35-$40 Friday, March 20, 2015, 8pm
Seattle Choral Company Music Seattle Choral Company Music from Sweden, traversing the wide gap (stylistically if not alphabetically) from Alfven to ABBA. seattlechoralcompany.org Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1245 Tenth Avenue EastSeattle, WA 98102 $25 Friday, March 20, 2015, 8pm
Zakir Hussain Zakir Hussain creates an incredible blend of Indian and Celtic music and has performed with George Harrison, Van Morrison, and Yo-Yo Ma. The Moore, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $35 and up Friday, March 20, 2015, 8pm
Walk the Moon Walk the Moon is known for their infectious music and interactive live shows. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $25 Friday, March 20, 2015, 8:30pm
March is Cabaret Month “The Cocktail Hour” runs every Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. in March and includes performances by different artists each week. See website for complete details. Egan’s Ballard Jamhouse, 1707 NW Market Street, Seattle WA, 98107 $15-$25 Saturday, March 21, 2015
Los Lobos The rock band from East L.A. has enjoyed a career over three decades, with a huge back catalogue of hits and covers. The Triple Door, 216 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $75 and up Saturday, March 21, 2015, 8pm
Seattle Choral Company Music Seattle Choral Company Music from Sweden, traversing the wide gap (stylistically if not alphabetically) from Alfven to ABBA. seattlechoralcompany.org Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1245 Tenth Avenue EastSeattle, WA 98102 $25 Saturday, March 21, 2015, 8pm
Walk the Moon Walk the Moon is known for their infectious music and interactive live shows. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $25 Saturday, March 21, 2015, 8:30pm
Jazzy Bluesy Sunday Brunch Enjoy brunch and live music with a different featured musical act each month. Artists include Eugenie Jones, Kareem Kandi Band, Ann Reynolds, Charles Mack, and more. See website for complete details. Maxim’s, 5608 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118 $15 Sunday, March 22, 2015, 1pm
OK Go Its live show is sure to be as impressive as its music-video theatrics. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $22 adv./$25 DOS Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 8pm
Hamsaz Ensemble Over 700 years of Iranian history explored through music. Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th AvenueSeattle, WA 98101 $20 adv./$25 DOS Thursday, March 26, 2015, 7pm
Colin Hay The former Men at Work frontman is gaining new acclaim for his troubadour-style solo career. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle, WA 98101 $35 and up Thursday, March 26, 2015, 7:30pm
Seth Avett & Jessica Lea Mayfield Seth Avett & Jessica Lea Mayfield perform songs from their new collaboration, a tribute to Elliott Smith. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $45 adv./$47.50 DOS Thursday, March 26, 2015, 8pm
Marilyn Manson Hide your children and come out for a night of freaks and theatrics. The Showbox, 1426 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $59.95 and up Thursday, March 26, 2015, 9pm
March is Cabaret Month “The Cocktail Hour” runs every Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. in March and includes performances by different artists each week. See website for complete details. Egan’s Ballard Jamhouse, 1707 NW Market Street, Seattle WA, 98107 $15-$25 Friday, March 27, 2015
Colin Hay The former Men at Work frontman is gaining new acclaim for his troubadour-style solo career. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle, WA 98101 $35 and up Friday, March 27, 2015, 7:30pm
March is Cabaret Month “The Cocktail Hour” runs every Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. in March and includes performances by different artists each week. See website for complete details. Egan’s Ballard Jamhouse, 1707 NW Market Street, Seattle WA, 98107 $15-$25 Saturday, March 28, 2015
Caspar Babypants Caspar Babypants, aka Chris Ballew of the Presidents of the United States of America, he writes simple, fun sing-alongs for children and their parents. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $6 Saturday, March 28, 2015, 10:30am
Craft Spells Justin Vallesteros is behind this dreamy, lush 80’s-inspired synth-pop. With Bilinda Butchers and Snuff Redux. Neumos, 925 E. Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $13 adv. Saturday, March 28, 2015, 8 – 9pm
Chastity Belt You’re invited to the Seattle party with these humorous dreamboats. With Cool Ghouls, Dude York. The Highline, 210 Broadway Ave. E., Seattle, WA 98102 $8 Saturday, March 28, 2015, 9 – 10pm
Jazzy Bluesy Sunday Brunch Enjoy brunch and live music with a different featured musical act each month. Artists include Eugenie Jones, Kareem Kandi Band, Ann Reynolds, Charles Mack, and more. See website for complete details. Maxim’s, 5608 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118 $15 Sunday, March 29, 2015, 1pm
Guster The veteran alt-rock band has made a stylistic departure with its new record, Evermotion. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., Seattle, WA 98105 $26.50 Monday, March 30, 2015, 8pm
Dark Star Orchestra Grateful Dead cover band. The Showbox, 1426 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $25-$35 Wednesday, April 1, 2015, 8pm
