Monthly Archives: December 2011

New Year’s Eve

Ah, New Year’s Eve. The night of sparkly clothing, too much boozing and socially acceptable public displays of affection. In the jam world, Halloween and New Year’s Eve are the two best holidays. There is never a shortage of killer … Continue reading

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Crushing on Euforquestra

It has been a long time since I have had so much fun on a “school night” without even involving a bunch of booze. Oh who am I kidding? I can’t tell you the last time I had a night … Continue reading

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Check out Bonne Finken TONIGHT at Gas Lamp

If you just can’t take one more kiss from your great aunt Sue or your annoying cousins are about to make you commit homicide, it’s time to get out of the house! I love my family, but even I need … Continue reading

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Home for the Holidays II w/ Euforquestra TONIGHT!

Tonight is a fantastic night for local music. One of my favorite Iowa bands (although they have relocated to Colorado), Euforquestra is headlining a show at People’s to benefit the Food Bank ofIowa. The night also includes performances by Iowa … Continue reading

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Holiday Party Playlist

The month of December is almost always a blur with holiday parties, shopping, and of course live music. However, this year I have been a bit late getting started with my holiday cheer since last weekend I was knocked out … Continue reading

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J Trey Friday Night at Vaudeville Mews

I am actually kicking myself right now. I have had J Trey’s latest release “Blue I Soul” for quite sometime now and have allowed it to sit untouched for far too long. Sometimes I need something laid out on a … Continue reading

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Bonne Finken, Hollywood Burnout, a Tribute to Widespread Panic, and DMMC Music Saves

Happy Friday, homies! We have been a bit light on the posts lately but that is not because we have been just sitting around twirling our thumbs. The past few weeks have been a busy blur. I had to take … Continue reading

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