by Meredith Schneider | Dec 20, 2019 | albums, premieres
Tennis Club’s Wilson Hernandez embarks on his solo project with the release of new EP Last Sunday today. Released on birthdiy (spirit goth), Last Sunday boasts 5 quick, new tracks that almost glow their way out of the speakers. With a nostalgic sound, the Joplin-based musician has encapsulated his work in reverb for days, making the entire collection a relaxing, beautiful soundscape to play at your holiday parties. Try it on for size below, and then let us know what you think over on our Facebook page!
by Meredith Schneider | Oct 11, 2019 | snapshot, visual
On Tuesday, October 8th, The Bacon Brothers took the stage at The Folly in downtown Kansas City, MO to a well-mannered and vibrant audience. (Even the couple dressed like bacon added a certain je ne sais quoi. For those of you wondering, yes, this would be Kevin Bacon and his brother Michael, who have been making gorgeous Americana music since 1995. So, yes, your head has been under a rock and it’s time to jam out. These men have got some chops, and they’re wonderfully entertaining.
Keep up with The Bacon Brothers here.
by Meredith Schneider | Oct 9, 2019 | snapshot, visual
On Monday, October 7th, we escaped the ever-more-frigid midwestern air to enjoy some of the oughts’ most incredible emo tracks. The Early November was performing at The Rino in North Kansas City, MO, and — as big-time fans for over a decade — you bet we were there, surrounded by a room full of people who all had the same nostalgia while singing. In support was Have Mercy. Highlights below.
Keep up with The Early November here.
by Meredith Schneider | Oct 2, 2019 | show review, snapshot, visual
On Monday, September 30th, we were thrilled by the crowd packed into Kansas City’s recordBar to enjoy an evening of music by Noah Gundersen. Quite honestly, weeknights in Kansas City are difficult to draw fans out for, especially with our weather being so unpredictable. But the night was beautiful, and the music was absolutely enthralling.
Packed to the brim, there was an excitement in the air as we pushed through the doors on that beautiful autumn night. Couples in droves, though largely we noticed how wide Gundersen’s audience is, as there was no obvious demographic. Young, old(er), couples, single people rocking out, people in all types of outfits and moods. It was probably the most intense melting pot we have been a part of in a while, and it was thrilling.
As soon as the first chords of “Robin Williams” came from the speakers, the entire crowd was captivated. As you can view in some of the following photographs, the audience was respectful of the ambience of each song, making sure to slow down and engage on a different level with songs such as “Heavy Metals”, “Watermelon”, and “Bad Desire”. And we truly can’t blame them. Noah does an amazing job at making each person feel as though they are the only one in the room, both with the emotion in his vocals, his intense gazes into the audience, and his inventive and beautiful musicianship. But he didn’t stop there, and the setup’s light display was actually mesmerizing as well. We can only imagine how intricate a show in a less intimate venue would be, and we can’t wait to see him come back through town.
Setlist
Robin Williams
Crystal Creek
Heavy Metals
Lose You
Watermelon
Out of Time
Older
Ledges
Jesus, Jesus
Annie
So What
Bad Desire
Send the Rain (To Everyone)
Wild Horses
Kamikaze (with Lemolo)
Lover
All My Friends
Keep up with Noah Gundersen here.
by Meredith Schneider | Jun 27, 2019 | snapshot, visual
On Friday, June 21st, we celebrated the first full day of summer with Goo Goo Dolls under the stars at Starlight Theatre in Kansas City, MO. The day started off with torrential downpours all across the metropolitan area, giving us slim hope for such a beautiful evening. But the weather subsided, and the warmth came back out to play as the soundtrack to our evening was filled with summertime favorites. Check out some photos below!
Keep up with Goo Goo Dolls here.
by Ashleigh Lee | May 6, 2019 | snapshot, visual
On Thursday, May 2nd, Interpol and FOALS lit up the stage at Arvest Bank Theater at The Midland. Photographer Ashleigh Lee captured some highlights for us.
Keep up with Interpol here.
by Meredith Schneider | Apr 10, 2019 | snapshot, visual
On Sunday, April 7th, The Coathangers made an energetic, impressive performance at recordBar in Kansas City, MO. It was the bookend to a gorgeous spring weekend, keeping the crowd on their feet and dancing late into the evening.
Keep up with The Coathangers here.
by Meredith Schneider | Mar 22, 2019 | snapshot, visual
On Saturday, March 16th, Jukebox the Ghost played at The Truman in Kansas City, MO. The lineup included Arrested Youth and The Mowgli’s.
Keep up with Jukebox the Ghost here.
by Meredith Schneider | Nov 26, 2018 | snapshot, visual
On Wednesday, November 21st, AWOLNATION played their final performance of 2018. It was the last date of the North American leg of Twenty Øne Pilots’ tour, and Aaron and the guys have been opening the show with great energy and ease each evening to sold out arenas all over our fine nation. We were lucky enough to get to witness the madness, some photos below!
