They quickly achieved 1 million plays on Soundcloud. Their mutual love of music drew them together and soon after forming, they released their debut LP, Summer’s Gone, in September 2012. And opposites sometimes do attract as they met as students at Western Washington University, Mills studying graphic design, and Knight, physics and math. Bandmate Clayton Knight says his name, BeachesBeaches, came to him one night while he was high and making music alone in his bedroom.
Mills’ music moniker is Catacombkid, after the song “Catacomb Kids” by Aesop Rock. Odesza is taken from the name of a sunken boat owned by founding member Harrison Mills’ uncle. Names are an interesting part of the music scene and the electronic music duo Odesza and its members are great examples. (CM) ECS (Entertainment Central Spotlight) The Jim in question is Jim Reid, frontman of The Jesus and Mary Chain, a Scottish band whose fuzzy guitar sound rightly deserves an ode from not only Alvvays but also many other an underground band. The song pairs frontwoman Molly Rankin’s sugary vocals with guitars that alternate between surf- and noise-rock.
One new song is “ Lollipop (Ode to Jim) ” from their sophomore album, 2017’s Antisocialites. Even better, the new songs are filled with as much indie-pop jingle jangle as earlier hits, such as “Adult Diversion” and “Archie, Marry Me.” The combination of past standouts and fresh tracks should make for a solid set list. The Toronto quintet now have more than their 2014 nine-track, eponymous debut under their belt. They return to Pittsburgh, this time at Mr. Whether you find appealing concerts in our guide or have some better ideas of your own, get out and have some fun!Įntertainment Central Spotlighted ConcertsĪlvvays won over the crowd’s hearts and feet at the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival in 2015. On our Hometown Heroes front, veteran guitarslinger Reb Beach is in town for a show at Jergel’s, and the Move Makers will get the dance shoes going at the Meadows Racetrack and Casino. Looking for hot music from newer acts? How about Odesza, Alvvays, Lake Shore Drive, and Bahamas? For a little pre-summer twang, we’re proposing LeAnn Rimes and Blackberry Smoke. In the mood for some music legends? Then David Byrne, The Wailers, Michael McDonald, and Yanni could be just the ticket. This month’s Entertainment Central Concert Guide is truly a variety pack. Alvvays performing at the Sasquatch! Music Festival in 2015 in George, Washington.
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