March 2019 – The SoCC Blog

CONCERT REVIEW: Noname at the Ogden Theatre 3/6

31Mar

By RosaleeNo Comments

Local Shows: Previews & Reviews, Music, Reviews, Shows

CONCERT REVIEW: Noname at the Ogden Theatre 3/6

In his long printed cardigan and sweats, Noname’s opener Elton Aura emanated a calm confidence that set the tone for a night of powerful lyricism. He knew exactly how to excite the young audience as he lit a joint on stage and passed it down (to be immediately intercepted by the stage security) after taking a few puffs himself. Elton concluded his set how he began it, having us repeat after him “Elton! How it do!” and then exited the stage to loud cheers. The audience hummed with energy as we began the wait for the person who had brought us all to the Ogden Theatre this Wednesday night. As Noname's band slowly set up their instruments I was struck with how vulnerable they were in that moment. Only feet of distance between us at the front of the crowd and the band members shuffling equi...

SONG OF THE WEEK: Jessica Pratt– Moon Dude

28Mar

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SONG OF THE WEEK: Jessica Pratt– Moon Dude

LA-based musician Jessica Pratt’s music is often characterized as freak folk and beckons associations with folksy psychedelia of the 60s, namely The Byrd’s Fifth Dimension and the work of Vashti Bunyan. It is miraculous to me that “Moon Dude” achieves such an expansive, out-of-this-world sound given Pratt limiting herself to mostly just acoustic guitar and vocals. Her alien-like, gorgeous voice, her psychedelic inflection, carries this song so far beyond the sounds someone expects from a singer-songwriter playing an acoustic guitar. Take a listen: https://open.spotify.com/track/0OmB7OmY3dYTcsDj2ygAF8?si=yB6Ku4dbTBatVjEiuESuoQ

26Mar

By LoganNo Comments

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CONCERT REVIEW: Still Woozy 1/31

Still Woozy started as a solo project by Sven Gamsky, who is based out of Oakland, California. Since then, he’s produced songs with a few other artists and has begun to play with other musicians during his sets. Outside of Larimer Lounge, people stood in line, cold and excited. A woman held a sign, begging everyone for an extra ticket. A man came out of his car, chatted with her for a while, and then headed inside. “I think that was Sven,” a man behind us said. “That was totally Sven.” We all realized he was right. For the rest of the night, Sven and the other artists he was playing with maintained the personal, friendly demeanor that was evident from the moment Sven stopped to talk to people waiting in line. Larimer Lounge is cozy and personable. We were close to the s...

13Mar

By MayaNo Comments

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BLOCK 6 PLAYLIST

Kick off your spring break with an... eclectic! playlist from the SoCC writing staff! Featuring Leikeli47, John Maus, Patti Smith, Cardi & more !!!!! https://open.spotify.com/user/thesoundsofcc/playlist/3Dd2ulk9IhWvejvWbZ0Eqy?si=qkbMRPehR4yGxoCoCS0dyg Every block we shall be compiling a blockly playlist, so stay tuned for more! (photo credits: https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/the-juice/6575635/leikeli47-diplo-skrillex-cosign-interview-edc)

CONCERT PREVIEW: Noname At The Ogden Theatre 3/6

5Mar

By RosaleeNo Comments

Local Shows: Previews & Reviews, Music, Shows

CONCERT PREVIEW: Noname At The Ogden Theatre 3/6

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syi60tUIP48 Nonames powerful first music video: "Blaxploitation - A Film by Noname." Lauded for her lyricism and unique voice, Noname is one of the most promising new artists in hip hop. The Chicago rapper released her debut album Room 25 this past September. This release was highly anticipated due to the wide commercial and critical success of her 2016 debut mixtape Telefone which featured hits such as “Diddy Bop” and “Shadow Man.” On Wednesday, March 6th she will be playing at the Ogden Theatre in Denver. Photo by Mark Horton/Getty Images.

3Mar

By Mimi NortonNo Comments

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SONG OF THE WEEK: Ty Segall – “My Lady’s On Fire”

Ty Segall’s music is typically pretty grunge-rock-y, but this song leans much more to pop and jazz than most of his other tunes. “My Lady’s on Fire” has been one of my favorite songs for the past few months, and despite the obscene amount of times I’ve listened to it, I still get excited every time it comes on. I first heard this song when I saw Ty play a live acoustic set which was really fitting because this song showcases how much more confident he’s become with his voice over his career. This song is a must-listen for anyone and everyone! Sing along to the song here or on Spotify!