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The String Cheese Incident – December 29th – 1stBank Center

Estimated read time 7 min read

The air was thick with hype as the 1stBank Center filled to a healthy volume early last Sunday. Smiling fans of The String Cheese Incident poured in the doors as the locally-loved band prepared for the second night of their three-part NYE run armed with The Flaming Lips as an explosive opening act and the horns section of Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe and other special guests during the main act. Together, the varied acts offered a ticket that offered spectacle, musical variety, and amazing talent.

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The String Cheese Incident – December 28th – 1stBank Center

Estimated read time 5 min read

Just like last year, the first night of String Cheese Incident’s New Year’s run at 1st Bank Center was relatively sparsely attended. The room was a little over half-full and though it allowed for plenty of room to dance and move freely from the floor to the stands, the room lacked the electric energy that can make a String Cheese show such a magical experience. There were flashes of brilliance and some powerful horn fueled jams, but when all was said and done this was just an average incident.

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Greensky Bluegrass – November 15th – Gothic Theatre

Estimated read time 3 min read

It’s safe to say the secret is out about Greensky Bluegrass. Their days of playing small rooms is all but over, and everyone at the Gothic Theatre last Friday knew this might be the last time to catch this band in such an intimate venue. They may on a meteoric rise to the top of the Bluegrass world, but in the end they are just five friends from Michigan, gathered around a single microphone, playing the music that brought them together.

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Portugal. The Man – October 19th – The Ogden Theatre

Estimated read time 3 min read

A rumbling chatter filled the Ogden Theater last Saturday night for a sold-out show of epic mysticism and psychedelic fervor. Portugal. The Man with opener, Crystal Fighters, packed the venue to capacity (roughly 1,500 people) and it was very apparent. The Portland-based band is on tour promoting their seventh full-length studio album, Evil Friends, produced by none other than world-renowned Danger Mouse. Even with seven albums out, Portugal. The Man shows no signs of slowing.

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BoomBox – July 6th – State Bridge

Estimated read time 12 min read

There are two main subjects of this story. BoomBox the band and State Bridge Amphitheatre the venue. Although two completely separate entities, the two fused together for a night just a few days after the fourth of July. When the two members of BoomBox manned their stations on stage, it was as if a surge of electricity ran through the venue. Literally and figuratively. Yes, the crowd was excited but the beautiful intensity of the lights and sound system were catalysts as well.

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Umphrey’s McGee – June 8th – Chautauqua Auditorium

Estimated read time 3 min read

Before Saturday’s Umphrey’s McGee show at the Chautauqua Auditorium many people picnicked and played Frisbee in Chautauqua park which created a party like atmosphere even hours before the show. The energy built all day as more and more fans came strolling into the park to have a good time, and wait patiently to see the band they love. Their patience paid off as the band delivered a smoking show full of fan favorites and a few choice covers.

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Lettuce – June 1st – Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom

Estimated read time 3 min read

Saturday night was alive with the sound of Funk thanks to The London Souls and neo-jazz+funk band Lettuce. The intimacy of Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom was home to an invigorating late-night dance party that left everyone feeling especially groovy! With an undeniably electrifying jazz-funk that reeks of classic artists such as Tower of Power, James Brown and Kool & the Gang, Lettuce awed and exhausted us. This band is truly timeless and keeping the funk alive!

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Galactic – February 16th – Ogden Theatre

Estimated read time 5 min read

Galactic was the main attraction last Saturday at The Ogden, but opener Monophonics drew a hell of crowd and won over a legion of new fans. Once feet started moving they didn’t stop as these two powerhouse bands hit us with a one-two punch that made our legs quiver, and our ears ring. We were floored by the Funk, swept away by the Soul, and ravaged by the Rock…but we stood firm as the full force gale stormed from the stage.

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Justin Bieber – January 7th – The Pepsi Center

Estimated read time 4 min read

Monday night saw one of the most anticipated concerts of the year hit the Pepsi Center and it wasn’t some veteran performer taking the stage, it was a teenager by the name of Justin Bieber. The crowd that swarmed the arena was 80% teenage girls and the shrieking that filled the air at the very mention of the words “Justin” or “Bieber” was deafening. Frankly, it was reminiscent of some of the footage out there of The Beatles in the 60’s as they ran through screaming mobs of young women.

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Soulive & Kyle Hollingsworth Band – December 7th – Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom

Estimated read time 4 min read

Concert-goers escaped a chilly Friday evening as Cervantes’ played host to Kyle Hollingsworth Band and Soulive. With local favorites Good Gravy rocking The Other Side, an eccentric and young mix of Jazz veterans and Jamband stalwarts packed in for a night of smooth vibes and all around rambunctious behavior. Though Hollingsworth kicked things off with an uninspired set, Soulive moved us with a soulful and Jazzy performance.