Every great band deserves a great hiatus. This may not have been the defined mindset, but 1,2,3 have returned after a couple years off the radar with their 2014 release, Big Weather. Fans like me have been waiting with anticipation for their follow-up …
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Timber! Outdoor Music Festival Rocks the Northwest
By Jake Nelko Photo Credit: Beth Crook Last weekend was the first Timber! Outdoor Music Festival in Carnation, WA. Approximately 2800 folks came out to Tolt-MacDonald Park and Campground east of Seattle to enjoy a variety of bands with ties to the Northwest …
Live Review: El Ten Eleven
There is nothing better than a pleasant surprise. What’s more, there’s not much better than seeing a band you’ve never heard of at a music festival and being completely blown away and confused by what you experience. This was my experience with El …
LCD Soundsystem Documentary Review
written by Jake Nelko On April 2, 2011, LCD Soundsystem played their last show to a sold out Madison Square Garden in New York City. They played 29 songs over a nearly 4-hour span, including all of the hits like “All My Friends” …
Lovedrug – Wild Blood
Written by Jake Nelko Lovedrug released their newest album, Wild Blood, earlier this year. For a band that has seen transformation in terms of personnel, changing styles, and shifting inspirations, this album has been a victory in creative liberty and rebirth. On top …