This week seems to be packed with great shows for any music lover. No matter what genre gets you wired, there’s a vibrant variety being served this fine week. First up, tonight’s a road trip night. Start the week with a little neon. Maybe throw an Indian into the mix. Or just check out the wonderful blissed out bedroom synth pop that is Neon Indian. With is luscious beats and rhythms, Neon Indian’s Alan Palermo delights listeners far and wide. Having literally just dropped an album (came out September 13th) his musical confection makes its way on over to Tucson’s Club Congress this fine evening. Definitely worth the hour and some change drive, with tickets at only $14 and an early showtime, it will get the week off to a bright start. My pick from him:
For all you hip hop fiends, the magical Murs brings his verbal conceptual design to Tempe’s The Clubhouse. Never boring, Murs’ own experimental brand of hip hop always makes for an interesting show. Having first seen Murs as a part of his former group (Felt, with Atmosphere’s Sean Daley) at Rock The Bells in California a few years back, his musical performance is a great experience of the independent hip hop regime. So this Tuesday, Sept. 27th mosey on over to the Clubhouse, and for a mere $15 get a glimpse of great hip hop that can’t be found on mainstream radio. Here’s a pick to get your mind right:
Don’t fear all you indie rock purists, there is something for you too! Friday September 30th, Braids and Pepper Rabbit tag team it at the Sail Inn in Tempe. Another dreamy pop outfit comes along in the form of Canada’s Braids. Their beautiful music allows you to daydream or just listen along in complete and utter contentment. Their tour buddies Pepper Rabbit are always a favorite of mine (I believe I’ve seen them three times live), and their upbeat eclectic music is always a high point for the evening. Both bands run a ridiculously affordable enterprise with tickets costing $10. My picks from them:
And if none of these musical choices appeal to you, there is always Fall Frenzy, also happening this Friday. Something’s bound to tickle your fancy. Or at least it should.
What show are you going to this week? Or was there one I totally dorked and forgot to mention? Email me at gmarsha2@asu.edu, or follow me on Twitter: @whimsicalwookie.
