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James Taylor Moore Square Sound Check
A few lucky fans were given a treat this morning in Moore Square, an intimate (and open) sound check by Mr. James Taylor.
The Rosebuds on WUNC’s State of Things
Ivan Howard and Kelly Crisp discuss their new album with Frank Stasio on WUNC’s State of Things.
James Taylor Raleigh Obama Ticket Information
James Taylor Moore Square Ticket Information Below the Fold.
The Hood Remixes The Rosebuds Again
The first time The Hood got a hold of a Rosebuds song, it was an excellent remix. This time, not so much.
James Taylor to Play Raleigh for Obama
Tuesday October 21st, James Taylor will come to Downtown Raleigh in support of Barack Obama.
The Ting Tings Cancel Raleigh Show
The Ting Tings have announced that they are canceling a couple of shows on their US Fall Tour, including their show at Lincoln Theatre in Raleigh next week.
Weezer, Ryan Adams and Death Cab for Cutie Playing Downtown Live 2009
Yes you read that right. Weezer, Ryan Adams and Death Cab for Cutie are on the list to play Deep South’s Downtown Live Concert Series in 2009. Too bad that list is actually a survey of who you would LIKE to play in Moore Square.
Cheap Balcony Seats for Magnetic Fields available.
Looks like the Cat’s Cradle wants to you see the Magnetic Fields in Raleigh on the cheap. Click the headline for the details.
Broadway Glam Rock: Of Montreal at Carolina Theater
Kevin Barnes is an obsessive showman like no other. The mid-thirties musician used the last decade to hone his sound into something so rich and psychedelic and yet sugar pop danceable. His band performed in the Triangle for the 4th time Tuesday night with a new member, but that wasn’t of Montreal’s biggest surprise for the evening.
October Tir Na Nog Local Beer, Local Band Schedule
October started with a bang at Tir Na Nog with the Local Beer, Local Band, National Politics show last Thursday and continues each Thursday with more fantastic bands, including a special Halloween performance.
The Duke Spirit Added to Eagles of Death Metal Show
Soul Punk band The Duke Spirit have been added to the Eagles of Death Metal show at Lincoln Theatre.
Kickin Grass to Release Third Album
Saturday at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro is the CD release party for Raleigh bluegrass band Kickin Grass. This will be the band’s third full album.
Reminder: David Byrne Tickets on Sale at 10AM Today
David Byrne is coming to Meymandi Hall and tickets go on sale at 10am sharp this morning.
Lil Wayne to Play RBC on Halloween!
Really, the headline speaks for itself. Click on in for the deets.
Black Keys @ Disco Rodeo
Dan Auerbach, front man for the Black Keys, said about the warehouse and sprawl covered area surrounding Raleigh’s Disco Rodeo, “This part of town sucks.” And he’s probably right. But that’s okay, because these guys fucking rock. Seriously.
Raleigh’s Bowerbirds Cancel Tour Dates
The Bowerbirds have decided to call off their tour with Calexico, including a date at Cat’s Cradle. The cause? Exhaustion.
Pre-Order Ryan Adams Book Infinity Blues
Remember that book of prose that Ryan Adams is writing? Well, the presale is almost sold out, so get yours quickly before they are all gone. (Update - all signed copies are gone)
Rosebuds and Annuals New Albums in Stores Today, Free mp3s
The fourth album from The Rosebuds, Life Like, and the second from Annuals, Such Fun, are both in stores today so go get a copy at Schoolkids Records. mp3s below the fold
Buckethead at Lincoln Theater
If you are guitar fan then the man needs no introduction. Buckethead is quite possibly one of the greatest guitarists alive.
