Memorial Union- Der Rathskeller

4/10/2010 9:00pm

Memorial Union- Der Rathskeller

3/13/2010 9:30pm

England’s singer/songwriter David Ford released his debut solo album, I sincerely Apologize for all the Trouble I’ve Caused in 2005. It was later signed over to Columbia Records and afterward traveled for the first time throughout the US. His second album Songs for the Road was released to widespread critical acclaim that was even greater than for his first album. With MusicOMH saying, “It is decorated with delicate, sensitive sounding notes and perfectly placed key changes, layered with deep thinking, complex lyrics.” Ford is an independent artist again which seems to be what he feels most comfortable with. He released his latest album in early 2010 and has described the songs as being different from the last two albums because of the “shortness and snappiness.”

Ever since they blew us away at the Daytrotter Barnstormers tour in Lodi, WI, WUD Music and Madison can’t get enough of this quickly rising LA band. Dawes returns to Madison tonight at the Union for FREE show.

Dawes will be playing 2 sets. First, they will be backing opener Jason Boesel and then they’ll play their own set. Finally, headliner Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons will finish off the bill.

Here’s a song from the Lodi show with commentary by WUD Music’s own Ethan Berlin. “This IS great.”

And here’s Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons with “Born Again.”

So come out tonight for what is sure to be a great night of music at Der Rath. Show kicks off at 9. Be there.

Memorial Union-Der Rathskeller

9:30pm Saturday, February 27th

Minneapolis’s all girl pop punk act, Sick Of Sarah has pushed onto the scene with award after award. Their music has been described as being able to “combine driving electric rock with sympathetic acoustic moments…and they have an ever-present sense of humor.” They said their influences range from Joan Jett to Vanessa Carlton along with many others. Their record label, Adamant has said lead singer, Abisha Uhl, “will sing every song like its the greatest thing anyones ever heard.” After two full lengths and two EPs Sick Of Sarah released their self-titled album on Adamant. They also won Summerfests Best Emerging artist in 2008 after previously winning MTV’s virtual Kaya’s battle of the bands. They also received a “Buzzcatcher” story in Spin Magazine.

Here are some pictures from last weekend. They’re a few days overdue, but I’ve been super busy, like sitting in Steenbock past midnight busy, and really the only reason you’re seeing them now is because I’m taking a ten minute break from schoolwork.

The Hercules and the Love Affair show was alright. The turnout was a bit disappointing, and Der Rathskeller isn’t the best venue for DJ sets, but given what we were up against, it was fairly successful.

I didn’t see too much of the Occidental Brothers show, but from what I saw it was very good. The was a good energy to the show, the crowd really seemed to like it, and there were a bunch of people dancing. It brought a crowd that usually doesn’t see our shows, so that’s a plus.

-Dylan Hill

This Friday, February 5, check out Der Rathskellar to kick off your weekend with Floridian singer/songwriter Matt Hires; his pop/acoustic sound along with his gentle voice combine to give listeners one sweet set.  Also featured is returning artist Jason Castro of American Idol (2008), and special guest Caitlyn Crosby.  It’s a night sure to induce warm and fuzzies.

Matt Hires

Jason Castro

Caitlyn Crosby

Is it hot in here or is it just Orquesta Fuego Latino??  Spice up your Saturday with Madison-based band Orquesta Fuego Latino, a group of musicians native to various locales around the globe.  They will be sure to induce Latin dance euphoria with their mixture of Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, and Bachata sounds.  Attendees are also in for a special treat, as dancing will be encouraged and small lessons provided by campus’ Latin dance community Los Sobrosos.  Ay caramba!

enjoy,

Jaime Brackeen