Local Bands Live
Friday's at 6pm we have local bands up live in the studio at 1077 The End. Here are some highlights from the last year and a half of performances. For more local music, make sure you check out our local show "The Young And The Restless" Sunday nights from 8p-10p hosted by Chris Travis...he is tall and looks like Abraham Lincoln.
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Airport Cathedral
Bearing a sound reminiscent to long time local favorites, Pedro the Lion, Airport Cathedral unveiled "Jetlag" full of drum loops, keyboards, and deep vocals in 2005 on local Burning Building Recordings.
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Alien Crime Syndicate
ACS' 2004 album, "Ten Songs In The Key Of Betrayal" was co-produced by Gil Norton (Pixies, Foo Fighters). It's a chromed and beautifully tough album about the needs of rock and roll, the pitfalls of hustler life, and how to make every day feel like Friday night. "All big hooks and larger than life personality" -- LA Weekly. www.controlgroupco.com
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Alta May
Recorded by Jack Endino, local rock band Alta May released their latest 'Dark Days' in 2003. A new 7" is set to come out in Spring 2005.
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Aqueduct
Behind the mind of singer/songwriter David Terry, Aqueduct released their latest 'I Sold Gold' through Barsuk Records. Also played the Seattle stage @ Endfest 14.
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Aveo
Making music since 2000, Aveo have released 2 full lengths both produced by Phil Ek (Modest Mouse, Built to Spill). Their most recent, "Battery" was put out by local favorite, Barsuk records.
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Big Business
Big Business features Jared from Karp on bass and Coady from The Murder City Devils on drums. Their new record, "Head for the Shallow" was just released on Hydra Head records.
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The Blood Brothers
Noisy, brash, sassy, dancy, abrasive... all of these words and many more can describe the sound concocted by the Blood Brothers. Veterans of the local punk/hardcore scene, The Blood Brothers recently released their latest, "Crimes" throughV2 Records.
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Boss Martians
Mixing their own brand of garage rock and late 70s power pop (ala Cheap Trick), Boss Martians released "The Set-Up" this year on MuSick Recordings.
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Cassandra Speaks
Drawing comparison to Cowboy Junkies and Neko Case, Cassandra Speaks released "The Wanting" in 2004.
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The Briefs
Toting cool ties, sunglasses and studded belts, The Briefs released "Steal Yer Heart" late 2005. Punk rock lives.
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Charming Snakes
Seattle 4-piece rock/punk band The Charming Snakes released their latest full length through local Dirtnap Records called 'Ammunition.' Look for them opening on national tours through 2005.
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The Cops
Seattle rock/punk band The Cops released their debut full length "Get Good or Stay Bad" on Seattle label Mt. Fuji Records in 2005.
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Crystal Skulls
Releasing their debut "Blocked Numbers" on Suicide Squeeze to much acclaim in 2005, Crystal Skulls are building upon their momentum with a brand new record in 2006 called "Outgoing Behavior."
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Damien Jurado
Damien Jurado has quietly built up a strong fan base across the country with his own version of singer/songwriter folk music. Having previously released records through Sub Pop, he released his latest 'On My Way toAbsence' in 2005.
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Daylight Basement
Featuring Bre Loughlin, former frontwoman for local band Kuma, Daylight Basement was born in the summer of '05 as a solo project. It blossomed into a full band and they put out their debut "Any Kind of Pretty" in December of that year.
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Death Cab For Cutie
Having been a revered NW artist for years, Death Cab for Cutie released their much anticipated, and major label debut record "Plans" late 2005. Now, DCFC's music can be heard everywhere...slowly taking over the world.
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The Divorce
Now on Made in Mexico records, their new record "The Gifted Program" was released in September 2005, which continues to garner them a considerable local fan base.
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Dolour
Shane Tutmarc is Dolour. Consistently surrounded by a number of talented musicians helping the cause, Dolour's latest record, "New Old Friends" was released in 2004 through the re-born Made In Mexico records.
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The Femurs
Featuring End DJ Rob Femur, the two-piece Femurs are a punk band from New York City. Influenced heavily by The Ramones, they released a new record this year.
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The Fire Theft
Featuring 3 original members of legendary Seattle band Sunny Day Real Estate, The Fire Theft pick up right where Sunny Day left off. Their self titled record was released in 2003 through Rykodisc.
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Gosling
If you remember a band named Loudermilk, then you already know Gosling. Their debut EP was released in 2004 though local label, The Control Group.
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The Gruff Mummies
Winner of 2005's EMP Sound Off! Competition. Look forward to experiencing the Gruff Mummies glam/garage rock live show around town in the future
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Harvey Danger
Harvey Danger's "Where Have all the Merrymakers Gone?" was released in 1997 and attracted national attention with their hit "Flagpole Sitta". After, however, the band laid dormant for quite sometime until their resurrection in 2004 with a brand newEP entitled "Sometimes You Have to Work On Christmas (Sometimes)." Their brand new full length "Little by Little" came out September '05.
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Idiot Pilot
A brash of electronics, Thom Yorke-esque singing, and Blood Brothers-esque screaming characterize Idiot Pilot's unique musical delivery. Their major label debut "Strange we Should Meet Here" was released 2005.
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Infomatik
Taking influence from some of the great synth pop bands of the 80s, Infomatik self released their newest "Technologies" and are currently out playing consistent local shows.
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IQU
Hailing from Olympia, WA, IQU (pronounced ee-koo) produce a sound best described as "lo-fi electronic." Their latest, Sun Q, was released in late '04.
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Kane Hodder
Hardcore with plenty of geeky glasses wearing sass. Kane Hodder released "The Pleasure to Remain So Heartless" late 2004. With a national tour schedule set up, they are bringing their rock to more than just the NW.
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Juno
The latest release by Seattle band Juno came out in 2001 entitled "A Future Lived in Past Tense." It was recorded with the help of Nick Harmer (Death Cab) and Nate Mendel (Foo Fighters).
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Key Note Speaker
In early 2005, Key Note Speaker released their debut full length, 'Fiction.' Produced by legendary rock producer Jack Endino.
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The Johnbenders
Creating sincere emo/rock, they released the "Single Sided Conversation EP" late 2005, and are consistently playing shows in and around Seattle in support of it.
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Kinski
One of the more unique and diverse bands in the Northwest, The rock side of Kinski can be found on their most recent release "Alpine Static" out via Sub Pop.
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Instant Winner
With Neil the Midnight Cowboy (of 1077 The End fame) at the helm on vocals and guitar, Instant Winner have developed a fan base with their punk/ska/rock based songs. Their latest "Free For All" was released in 2002.
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Leuko
From now defunct local bands Seaweed and Polecat comes Leuko. Their s/t record was released in 2004 through Buttermilk records. Seattle stage performer at Endfest 2004.
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The Lights
Playing together since 1998, The Lights released their latest "Wood & Wire EP" in the fall of 2004.
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Mon Frere
Winner of EMP's 2004 Sound Off! Competition for bands/musicians under 21, Mon Frere have since been making a name for themselves in the community. They released their "Real Vampires EP" last year, and their debut full length called "Blood, Sweat & Swords." early 2006.
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The Last Romance
Finalist in 2005's EMP Sound Off! Competition. Look out for shows and a new full length coming later this year.
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Kuma
With their unique version of electro-female fronted-rock and an engaging live show, Kuma's latest "Fast Colliding" is available now.
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The Lashes
Punkified pop band The Lashes released their latest 4-song EP called "The Stupid Stupid" through Lookout Records in 2004. The new record and major label debut, "Get It" is scheduled for release February 2006.
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The Long Winters
Featuring singer/songwriter John Roderick, The Long Winters released "When I Pretend to Fall" in 2004 through Barsuk. Currently, their newest EP 'Ultimatum' came out late 2005, and are working on materialfor a full length follow up
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The Magic Magicians
John Atkins (764-HERO) and Joe Plummer (Black Heart Procession) make up The Magic Magicians. They released their latest self titled record through local label Suicide Squeeze Records.
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Math and Physics Club
Their latest "Moving Ending Romance EP" has garnered MAPC a considerable fanbase with their catchy indie pop. Continuing their success, they're currently writing and recording for a new record due out in 2006 through Matinee Recordings.
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Minus The Bear
"Menos el Oso" is the new record by Minus the Bear out now on local Suicide Squeeze Records. Featuring members of Botch, Kill Sadie, and Sharks Keep Moving.
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Modest Mouse
Headliner of Deck the Hall Ball 2004 and a Northwest fav for years, Modest Mouse finally entered the world of TRL and Top 40 in 2004 with their latest record "Good News for People who Love Bad News" It seems like the rest of the world has found out what Seattle has known for years.
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Mountain Con
Veterans of Endfest 14's Seattle Stage, Mountain Con create an eclectic mix of hip hop, funk, and rock on their newest called "Sancho Panza."
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Mono In VCF
Tacoma based Mono in VCF create brooding rock taking influence from the great Brit-rock bands of the last 30 years. They released their debut "Voltage Control EP" in 2005.
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Ms. Led
Ms. Led released their newest "These Things We Say" in late 2004, a collection of anthemic power-pop songs with punk rock guts.
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Novatone
Featuring former members of Pearl Jam and Green Apple Quickstep, and creating a sound reminiscent of 90's Seattle grunge, Novatone released "Time Can't Wait" in 2005.
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MxPx
From harms' hometown of Bremerton, WA, MxPx have been playing pop-punk anthems since 1993. Having released 9 full lengths plus a number of EP's and 7"'s, MxPx have established themselves as one of the forefathers of the genre. "Panic"came out in 2005 right around their Endfest 14 performance.
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The Pale Pacific
Having garnered comparisons to other local band Death Cab for Cutie, The Pale Pacific's latest full length is called "Urgency." It is in stores right now.
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Pedro the Lion
Fronted by David Bazan, Pedro the Lion have been a mainstay in the Seattle indie-rock community since 1995. Their most recent was released via Jade Tree Records in 2004 called "Achilles Heel."
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These Arms are Snakes
Having previously released an EP and a split with local band Harkonen, These Arms Are Snakes released their debut full length "Oxeneers Or the Lion Sleeps When Its Antelope Goes Home" through Jade Tree records in 2004. With an explosive live show, TAAS have quickly developed a local and national fan base. Also features members of now defunct Kill Sadie, Nineironspitire, and Botch.
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Matthew Shaw
Blending acoustic/electric guitar and electronic beats, Matthew Shaw's "Convenience" was released in 2005 through local Burning Building Recordings.
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Smoosh
Comprised of a 10 and 12 year old sister, Smoosh have quickly gathered a local fan base and national attention. A New Smoosh song is featured on the "Live from the Morning Alternative" compilation out nowto benefit The Vera Project.
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Super Deluxe
Super Deluxe's latest full length "Surrender" was just released nationally and you heard the first single "Knockout" on The End. www.controlgroupco.com
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Siberian
An indie rock band conceived in 2004, Siberian currently have a 4 song demo EP circulating, and are primed to release their debut full length record early 2005.
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The Turn-ons
Since 1997, the Turn-ons have been playing and evolving their own brand of rock music to the delight of many. Their latest album, "East", was released in 2004.
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Speaker Speaker
Writing snappy pop songs with catchy melodies, Speaker Speaker have a 3 song EP available now called "Again & Again & Again."
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Valley of the Dinosaurs
Hailing from Bremerton, these 4 guys play great hardcore infused rock songs. They're 6 song debut EP is available now.
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Vendetta Red
Exploding into the national spotlight with 2003's "Between the Never and the Now', Vendetta Red quickly became a favorite for kids across the nation. Their new record, "Sisters of the Red Death" was released summer '05, but unfortunately played their last show ever in April of 2006. Members have since gone on to form a new projet called Siren Sister.
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Verona
Having formed in Bellingham, WA in '93, Verona unleash their full rock sound on the NW. With catchy hooks and soulful vocals, their new record "Rumored to Whisper Suspicion" was just released through Lujorecords this past year.
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Visqueen
Seattle band Visqueen are all rock with no gimmicks. In late 2004, the group issued their new record "Sunset on Dateland" and continue to tour the US as often as possible. Think of a female fronted Buzzcocks with a twist of Blondie and thelegendaryBen Hooker on drums.
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Voyager One
Tipping their hats to My Bloody Valent |
