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This Weekend at Der Rath: In Tall Buildings and My Brightest Diamond

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Friday 9:30 pm @ Der Rath: In Tall Buildings with Saturday Night Duets.

This Friday Erik Hall comes to serenade Der Rathskeller with his one man band In Tall Buildings.  His first album, inspired by Neil Young, Stevie Reich and others, sounding of acoustic pop, is a blended orchestra of guitar, drums, and synth.  It isn’t a breakup album but rather an album written by someone finding their own voice.

“There’s no mad scientist at work here. Only a guy crafting beautiful songs and augmenting them with a feathery touch.”  (Loud Loop Press)

(Skip ahead twenty seconds or so for the music.)

Starting the night, on Friday, is Saturday Night Duets, a two-man funky twist on Americana from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Saturday 9:00 pm @ Der Rath: My Brightest Diamond, Land of Vandals, and Corcovado

My Brightest Diamond will be playing in der Rathskeller THIS SATURDAY, February 5th, at 9:30PM with Land of Vandals and Corcovado.
Shara Wolden fronts the band My Brightest Diamond. If you have ever wondered what would happen if you combined an award-winning accordion player with a classical organ player, then Shara Wolden is your answer. If you have never wondered that, now you will be left with the burning desire to hear exactly what that sounds like. Wolden herself got a BA in opera but went on to study and record music with Padma Newsome in New York. Her musical background makes for a stunning combination of rock and classical music. Aside from her own musical endeavors she is able to boast collaboration with artists such as The Decemberists, Sufjan Stevens, and David Byrne. If you need a frame of reference…

… but I guarantee you won’t get the full experience unless you attend the show.

Joining My Brightest Diamond is the Madison minimalist band Land of Vandals (not actual Eastern Germanic Vandals).

Land of Vandals will put you in an interesting and ethereal mood and place with their haunting organ and space noises. Interesting being good.

Starting out the night with Corcovado, which also happens to mean Hunchback in Portuguese, a local Madison band.

If a band plays in der Rath and no one is there to hear them, do they make a sound?

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This of course would never happen given the immense coolness of all the bands we book, so we’ll leave the pondering of that question for a different venue.

Luckily for you readers of this week’s WEEKEND ANNOUNCEMENTS, and thanks to my English professor David Zimmerman, I’m waxing poetic today. Please feel free to give me snaps after reading.

since it is too much to rhyme, both shows begin at 9:30pm and will be in der Rathskeller

FRIDAY: Grandchildren with Dinosaur Feathers and Temple (formerly known as Arto)

 

Grandchildren= chillwave

 

Though their name descends from old, their music is new

The songs start out with drums but there’s more to come it’s true.

Layer upon layer, a constant buildup

Both sides of the Atlantic is where the lead man grew up.

This music puts you in a state of flux

and Dinosaur Feathers and Temple also don’t suck.

Come experience the experience. –>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCy_olM8XeA

SATURDAY: Ari Herstand with Daniel and the Lion

Smooth and cool like water in a pool

 

Ari Herstand

 

Ari Herstand’s voice glides over you.

Swishing and swaying is what you’ll be doing

Boys bring your girls and they’ll surely be swooning.

On One Tree Hill is where his music has played

And if you leave early you’ll wish you’d have stayed.

Plus he’s from Minneapolis, so help support the midwest! –> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TcViT1G_p0

Enjoy,

Jaime

announcing: HALEY BONAR

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HALEY BONAR

NOVEMBER 19th

9:30 pm

Haley Bonar, formerly of Minneapolis and currently of Portland, made her name as a singer-songwriter but will be returning to der Rathskeller with a full band. Having collaborated with other musicians from the Cities from Dave King (of Happy Apple and The Bad Plus) to Andrew Bird, Bonar has musical chops best revealed on her 2008 album Big Star. We’re very excited to have her back on our stage – it’s been a while!

Truth & Salvage Co. Return!!

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Were you too busy with finals to come out for Truth & Salvage Co.’s May show in der Rath? Too bad! But don’t worry too much because they will be making a triumphant return in less than a month!

Truth & Salvage Co.

Thursday, October 7

9:30 pm

with Pioneer

Download their Daytrotter Session to listen to while you read – it is one of my very favorite Daytrotter sessions ever.

Since their last appearance at the Union, Truth & Salvage Co. have released an album, played Bonnaroo and the rest of the festival circuit, and generally been awesome. Their fresh take on Americana rock, with four (FOUR!) vocalists and songwriters within the sextet, has rejuvenated a road-weary genre.

I don’t know how much more I can say about how imperative it is for you to stop out at their show without starting to wax poetic, but be sure to check out that Daytrotter session as well as listen to their live NPR set!

Openers Pioneer are quickly becoming a staple in the Madison indie circuit. Fronted by Kenny Monroe, Pioneer is unique with their innovative use of folk-cello. Is that a thing? If it isn’t, that’s okay because whatever Pioneer is doing with that cello is working for me. It will probably work for you, too.

Big Terrace Weekend! Come out!

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This weekend we have some seriously awesome shows coming at you.  Don’t miss these two days of great music!

Afroflow: OMAI Co-Sponsorship

Mike E w/ DJ Kool Herc and Clyde Stubblefield


AfroFlow is not a style of music, it is self-expression. It is an ideology that acknowledges Africa as the earthly birthplace of humankind & artistic articulation. DJ Kool Herc is a Jamaican-born DJ who is credited with originating hip hop music, in the Bronx, New York City. As one of Hip Hop’s founding Fathers, Kool Herc’s reputation and influence has outlasted the vaguaries of musical fashion. Clyde Stubblefield IS the FUNKY DRUMMER! He drummed for James Brown from 1965 to 1970 and recorded such hits as “I Feel Good,” “Coldsweat,” and “The Funky Drummer.” Clyde is the most sampled artist ever, providing some of the most famous and familiar grooves used by DJ’s and hip-hop artists around the world.

Saturday: Kings Go Forth

w/ Mama Digtown’s Brass Band

Kings Go Forth is a 10-piece R&B and Funk combo featuring 3 lead vocalists. Kings Go Forth have already won many Radio Milwaukee music awards, including Best New Artist, Song Of The Year, Artist Most Likely To Blow Up, Live Performance Of The Year, and Listeners Choice Artist Of The Year. Mama Digtown’s Brass Band has traveled the world spreading gospel of New Orleans brass band music with a tinge of street beat.

Both shows start at 9:30 on the Terrace. In case of inclement weather, shows will be in Der Rathskeller

study break- this weekend on the terrace!

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Friday May 7: 7-10pm

WUD SUMMER JAM ON THE TERRACE!
Cosmo Baker with Nick Nice + Loose Connections

SUMMERTIME: It’s almost here. start the season off right this year with an unforgettable Terrace dance party!

DJ extraordinaire Cosmo Baker’s roots are in classic hip-hop, but the East-Coast music guru artfully blends a variety of genres to harness the energy of a crowd and keep them moving all night long.

“Cosmo brings an energy behind the decks that is unmatched, and is felt and reciprocated by his audiences.  Seamless blends, razor-sharp cuts, and the most impeccable selection are all part of the concoction.  But on top of that, he has an ability to read a crowd like no other.”

myspace: http://www.myspace.com/cosmobaker

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Support comes from local favorite DJ Nick Nice and newcomers Loose Connections. COME EARLY! The tasty tunes start at 7 and go late!

Saturday May 8: 8-10pm

Truth & Salvage Co. + The Mynabirds

Truth & Salvage Co.’s debut album will be released May 25, 2010.
The six musicians of Truth & Salvage Co. boast four lead singer/songwriters, each with a unique story to tell and voice to be heard. Together, they rise up from one common seed, and something bigger is made.Originally hailing from Atlanta, New Orleans, Indianapolis, Tupelo and various cities throughout Ohio, each member has roots in a different past. It’s from these diverse origins that acCompany of brothers has formed, ultimately connected by the shared bond we now know as Truth & Salvage. The result is genuine American Rock ‘N’ Roll with a timeless sound and interwoven lyrical storytelling.(http://www.truthandsalvageco.com/)
myspace: http://www.myspace.com/truthandsalvageco
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You can stream The Mynabird’s album, “What We Lose In The Fire We Gain In The Flood” here
myspace: http://www.myspace.com/themynabirds
Alright music lovers- you have all the daylight hours to cram for finals. Get outside, grab a pitcher at the Terrace, and spend some time indulging your ears. You deserve a break.
amanda

this weekend at the union

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Jarrod Gorbel (of The Honorary Title) + Cedarwell + The Gazetteers

Friday, April 30

9 pm @ der Rathskeller/ Memorial Union

With The Honorary Title, JARROD GORBEL stole the hearts of many a teen girl with his artful songwriting. Though The Honorary Title has run its course, Jarrod is back on the road, performing new and old songs.

Jarrod lives in New York City and is on his first solo tour to promote his debut E.P, Ten Years Older, in anticipation for the release of his full-length solo album Devil’s Made a New Friend. He will be traveling around the nation. Gorbel’s deceptively simple melodies, warm arrangements and soulful, soaring voice were always what drove the Honorary Title and now his new solo material brings those qualities into crisp focus. Rolling Stone once said of him, “Gorbel still has his strikingly gorgeous voice which will probably always be the secret to slaying the sound-alikes.”

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CEDARWELL is an acoustic indie act from Sheboygan, WI. Led by master songwriter Erik Neave, they are fresh off the heels of a European tour and a new album release. Highly recommended listening for fans of Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes, Daredevil Christopher Wright, etc.

THE GAZETTEERS are Shane English and Jared Guess from Milwaukee. Citing Elliott Smith, Nirvana, and Nick Drake as influences, they stand head and shoulders above the generic masses of dudes with guitars. Come out early, don’t miss these guys!

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myspace-

http://www.myspace.com/jarrodgorbelmusic

http://www.myspace.com/cedarwell

http://www.myspace.com/thegazetteers

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Communist Daughter + TBA opener

Saturday, May 1

9pm @ Memorial Union Terrace

It’s May, it’s the Terrace… Consider this your Mifflin after-party:

Minneapolis folk-rock band Communist Daughter will play the Memorial Union Terrace on May 1. The band is led by Johnny Solomon, former member of Friends Like These. Communist Daughter play ambling folk tunes drawing comparisons to Bon Iver and Blitzen Trapper. Their single “Not The Kid” off of their debut album “Soundtrack to the End” has been making the rounds on the blogosphere. Both The Fader and Rolling Stone have praised the band for their Northwoods jams.

Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/communistdaughterband

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There you have it! Come out and enjoy some nice spring weather and fresh tunes at the Union.

-amanda

A Double Kick Drum By The River In The Summer!

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Whoops! I forgot to do this yesterday. I know you have all been waiting with bated breath for the next installment of Club 770: The WUD Music Hour playlists.

So without further ado…

The Eleventh Episode! [download]

  • Bonita – The Pimps of Joytime
  • It’s All Good – Andrew Ripp
  • Family Affair (Sly and The Family Stone cover) – David Ford
  • Fast Forward Regrets. – The Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt

Requests/Sing-a-long/On Rotation In The Office

  • Trigger Cut/Wounded-kite at :17 – Pavement (for Brandon Clementi)
  • Heartbeats – The Knife
  • Let Go – jj
  • Train Song – Feist and Ben Gibbard (for Peter Allen – IN THE NETHERLANDS)
  • Time – Beach Fossils (it’s new!!)
  • Romeo and Juliet – Dire Straits (excellent to belt out alone in a studio)
  • Thirteen – Big Star (ditto)
  • Heavy Metal Drummer – Wilco (ditto x2)
  • Your Protector – Fleet Foxes (ditto x3)
  • This Town – Whispering Pines (I would sing along if I knew the words.)

Con amor,

Brigid

xx (I like hugs.)

this weekend in the rath

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Friday- WSUM Anniversary Party

8pm

“Dance Party + Free Cake + WSUM = BALLER!”

Saturday- Sick of Sarah and The High Life

9:30pm

Minneapolis’ all-girl pop punk group bringing a combination of “driving electro-rock and sympathetic acoustic” to the Rathskeller.  After two full lengths and two EPs Sick Of Sarah released their self-titled album on Adamant. They have also won Summerfests Best Emerging artist in 2008 after previously winning MTV’s virtual Kaya’s battle of the bands.

go check ‘em out!

-amanda k

CLUB 770 SPECIAL EDITION SHOWS

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Finals week is greatly upon us here, so why not make your soundtrack Club 770: The WUD Music Hour on WSUM for a couple hours?

I’ll be live tomorrow morning (Friday) around 9:15 am (have to pick up a paper at 9, so I’ll be a little after the hour) and again Sunday at 3 pm!

Civilized hours, no?

Leave your requests here or tweet them @WUDMusic marked with #club770.

Brigid