Active Child, Balam Acab, Superhumanoids: Sat., May 5. Fitzgerald's, 2706 White Oak Bastard Sons Of Johnny Cash: Thu., March 8. Continental Club, 3700 Main Battery (Metallica Tribute): Mon., ... Continue reading "Distant Early Warning: Dick Dale, Gemma Ray, Lincoln Durham, William Shatner, Meshuggah " >
It's colder than yesterday, far more seasonal at 38°, but I don't mind. Neither does Gracie. I think it's her favorite sort of day. She runs outside round and round the yard then comes in panting and walks over to me for a pat. I find her fur cold to the touch, especially her ears. Winter is the easiest season to see because the sun and sky have hues different from any other season. The blue is sharper and the sun looks far more muted. When I look out the window, I can see that cold and feel it [...]

words and photos by Krystopher Beiro Last Friday, the Tractor Tavern was sold out, as it should be for guitar legend Dick Dale . The crowed gathered and stood ready for the show. It was apparent that the age-diverse crowd was there to see both Seattle opener Dead Man and the guitar player who has stood the test of time, Dick Dale. As Dead Man got settled amongst the stage of Dale's multiple amps, aged back to the 50's (I ogled those amps), they found their groove, [...]

words by Alanna Wray , photos by Deneka Peniston & Jason House Dick Dale on a boat (by Deneka Peniston) Last Sunday (one day after the Kvelertak show ), backlit with our lady of liberty and the east river's special scum, The King of the Surf Guitar, Dick Dale played the perfect venue-- on the water . The Jewel, one of the illustrious Rocks Off Concert Cruise's fleet, is an [...]
This week in NYC shows is a crazy one, with the CMJ Music Marathon officially taking over a good chunk of NYC's clubs and venues.

by BBG Dick Dale shows his MLB colors Surf guitar great Dick Dale is currently on the road and will swing by NYC for a pair of area dates in late October, none of which are CMJ related. Look for Dale on 10/20 at Maxwell's in Hoboken and 10/23 aboard a Rocks Off Concert Cruise . Tickets for both Maxwell's and the Rocks Off show are on sale. [...]
With Bassnectar's recent Divergent Spectrum, he seemed to be introducing a new sound for his fans. However, this most recent Mixtape, blends together very well the classic Bassnectar sound with some new. Many of these tracks you will recognize and then there are others that are brand new, being dropped for the first time on [...]
"I've tried and I have failed lord," 75-year-old Glen Campbell sings on A Better Place from the country legend's final album (out Tuesday). The opening track on Ghost on the Canvas sets the tone for Campbell's swan song. "Some days I'm so confused lord/ my past gets in my way," Campbell sings, a reference to his recently diagnosed Alzheimer's disease. On that short, opening song, the voice is so mournful - so pained - that it echoes Johnny Cash performing Trent Reznor's [...]

In 1978 I left Montreux right after the jazz festival and arrived by train in Grindelwald. I was backpacking in the Bernese Alps and planned to stay in hostels. I came to Grindelwald to view the north face of the Eiger. I exited the train station and hiked down Dorfstrasse to the Mountain Hostel, a gingerbread alpine inn. As I neared my destination across the street stood a blonde-haired man in sunglasses, shorts, T-shirt and flip-flops, with a well-used and waxed surfboard under his right arm. I grew up on the beach in [...]
Summer, The Surfaris, Wipe Out, and other delights.
Review of the debut, self-titled album by rock cello cover duo 2CELLOS (Sulic & Hauser)
Announced back in March 2010 , country legend Glen Campbell planned to leave recording behind and ride off into the sunset with Ghost On The Canvas . While the LP will finally hit stores on August 30th, the news also comes with the announcement to People that the 75-year-old star behind hits like "Rhinestone Cowboy" and "Galveston" was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Ghost On The Canvas features all brand new songs written by the likes of Paul Westerberg, Jakob Dylan, Robert [...]

When it gets warm here along the Texas gulf coast, it's time to hit the water. Myself, I tend to stick poolside but many of my Lone Star brethren (and sister-en) like to head for the beach, were there is plenty of surfing to be done. I can't tell you for certain if the waves off the Texas coast are good enough for surfing, but I am fairly certain they are nothing like California or Hawaii. My surfing interest faded when I was about 12, when I took a sharp smack on the forehead from a beginner board [...]
In spite of a lifetime of healthy living that includes vegetarianism, martial arts, and an aversion to drugs and alcohol, Dick Dale, King of the Surf Guitar, realizes that he has a date with Grim... Continue reading "Dick Dale Destroys Continental Club" >
Wednesday's show moved from 2016 Mainstage to Continental Club At 74, California surf guitar god Dick Dale has just about seen it all. He was in on the ground floor of the development of the Fen... Continue reading "Dick Dale Still Riding The Wild Surf At 74" >
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Tweet This post is a "QuickPick". QuickPicks are my attempt at getting all of the music that's sent to me that I like (or just music I like but have no words for because it's so awesome), out into the dubya dots. Any time I get sent music that I like I "star" it in Gmail and then go back and listen to it a day later. If it's still as good as it was a day before then [...]

n case you are not familiar with Team Bayside High , they are a DJ duo from the midwest on the rise coming off a strong tour schedule opening for the likes of Deadmau5, Cut Copy, Diplo, Andrew W.K., Lupe Fiasco, Jack Beats, Robbie Riviera and featured several festival appearances including a standout performance at last years Lollapalooza. They are the pioneers of Chicago's award winning party Rehab, and their most recent mixtape was released through High Times and saw a strong backing by URB magazine. Dick Dale - Misirlou (Team Bayside High [...]
Brian Setzer returns with a new instrumental album.

I've been listening to WFMU since highschool and there has never been any shortage of original entertainment left of the dial on 91.1. from talking dial-in shows hosted by the likes of writer Tom Scharpling or 7 Second Delay where there is really no point other than asking people some mundane things for an hour. On the flip side I've discovered so much amazing music it's even hard to fathom the audible experience without them anymore - trust me you won't be able to keep up. So if yer some sort of hipster (you [...]