Lance Sobotka – Tacoma is a wild place. Its musical history is every bit as rich as its Emerald City sister’s (in fact, some would say a lot of the “Seattle” bands that went on to be famous were actually from Tacoma or at least the South End. Nirvana. The Sonics. Look it up.)
Matt Ashworth – We’re officially in the era of Bumbershoot 2.0, and one must approach things differently. Think of it as a yearly opportunity to sample the best of what the music industry wants you to spend your money on, check out that one band who’s song you liked on Tik Tok, and see what might sound good bumpin’ on a car stereo on Alki next summer.
Kevin Nelson – The Hold Steady’s new album Thrashing Thru The Passion drops this Friday.The Hold Steady plays a three-night set at Seattle’s The Crocodile this weekend.While both of the preceding statements are worthy of an article in and of themselves, that they’re centered around this Friday means they’re getting a dual-purpose post explaining why both are so important and exciting.
OK we did it. Finally. Our yearly list of the 41 Seattle bands we’re keeping a close eye on this year is complete.
Aarin Wright – Welcome to your Sunday recap of Capitol Hill Block Party 2019! Your guide: A Topo-Chico-hydrated, ear-plug-prepared, comfy-shoes-wearing 25-year-old.
