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Monday, December 12, 2011
Photography Cass McCombs at the Doug Fir, Thurs Dec 8
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Mon, Dec 12, 2011 at 10:07 AM
- Rachel Bowman
- Cass McCombs
Troubadour Cass McCombs came through town last Thursday, armed with a stack of tunes from his two fine 2011 albums, Wit's End and Humor Risk, as well as some new ones, reportedly. (Read our piece on McCombs here.) Our Rachel Bowman was there to capture some shots from the show, in which McCombs kept the stage dimly lit while a bright backdrop of lights shone from behind. Openers Michael Hurley and White Magic were also on hand. Plenty of photos after the jump!
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Live Review / Photography Black Heart Procession and Chelsea Wolfe at the Doug Fir - Tuesday Dec. 6
Posted by Katie Swezey on Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 12:16 PM
I was surprised at how few people were at Tuesday night's Black Heart Procession show. Maybe it was the icy cold that set in, keeping everyone in. Either way, the eerie, orange mist hanging over the streets set the perfect stage for the moody crooning of this (apparently) still secret band. Anyone who is a Three Mile Pilot or Ugly Casanova fan should give them a listen—they have a solid discography of brooding, love-sick and love-lost songs that are perfect for dark Pacific Northwest winters.
Their line-up shifts; last time I saw them I think they had five people playing, and this tour it was only three. This made each song sound a little slower, a little more sad, and it was a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers cover that eventually stirred up the energy.
Chelsea Wolfe opened the show, making it a double header of dreary noise—perfect for the night that it was.
Bring it on, cold front.
Pictures after the jump!
Monday, December 5, 2011
Live Review / Photography The Sea and Cake and Lia Ices at the Doug Fir - Sat Dec 3
Posted by Katie Swezey on Mon, Dec 5, 2011 at 3:34 PM
The Sea and Cake played a sold-out show Saturday at the Doug Fir, and I'm gonna go ahead and speak for everyone and say that it was a pretty magical night. As emotionally rich as their songs tend to be, musically they are a talented bunch of dudes who aren't afraid to show you that they still know how to get sweaty like the best of 'em.
Lia Ices warmed up the room with her rich voice, and stripped-down arrangements that sounded closer to Beach House than anything on her record. She sent out good vibes with two very large crystals set up on her keyboard stand. Read what Ned wrote about her.
The only thing that would have made this show better? If the Doug Fir had put their nice lighting set-up to use.
More after the jump!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Photography Imaginary Cities and Brave Chandeliers at Mississippi Studios, Wed Nov 23
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Mon, Nov 28, 2011 at 9:43 AM
On Thanksgiving Eve, Winnipeg's Imaginary Cities came through town to play a show with young Portland band Brave Chandeliers. But you don't need me to blab about it—you can see for yourself: The talented Rachel Bowman was on hand to get pictures of it all. Rachel reports that despite a small crowd, it was a great show. Take a look!
- Rachel Bowman
- Imaginary Cities
- Rachel Bowman
- Brave Chandeliers
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Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Live Review / Photography We Were Promised Jetpacks at the Wonder Ballroom, Sunday Nov. 13
Posted by Katie Swezey on Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 1:06 PM
We Were Promised Jetpacks hit the stage at the Wonder Ballroom last Sunday night, on tour with their second album on Fat Cat Records that just came out in October, called In the Pit of the Stomach. This Scottish foursome caught a lot of attention with their first album These Four Walls, and have toured with labelmates Frightened Rabbit and more recently with Jimmy Eat World. It was nice to see them headlining a show; their songs, new and old, can really hold their own on a bigger stage. Boy, were they sweaty.
Take a look! More after the jump.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Live Review / Photography Face-Melting Melodies: The Appleseed Cast at Doug Fir, Sat Nov 12
Posted by Katie Swezey on Tue, Nov 15, 2011 at 9:25 AM
Kansas post-emo/guitar-heavy heroes the Appleseed Cast graced the Doug Fir on Saturday—with a slight change in the line-up. Ted Stevens (of Cursive) was filling in on lead for Aaron Pillar, who had been with the band for 14(!) years. No word yet on who would contribute to future recordings. The new energy felt good, and more than a little raw (lead singer Chris Crisci broke not one, but two strings in a single swipe). Their sound was still right on and plenty loud. There was a tender moment with a major room sing-along to "Hanging Marionette."
I can't pass up an opportunity to see them play, and it's a bonus to get some shots here and there.
More photos after the jump.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Live Review / Photography M83 and Active Child at Wonder Ballroom, Fri Nov 11
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 9:56 AM
The sold out M83 show on Friday was jam-packed, and the French-by-way-of-LA band rose to the challenge, with a heaping pile of songs from their latest double opus, Hurry Up, We're Dreaming. It was a great, if crowded, concert, aided by an extravagant light show. At one point I tweeted, "M83 sounds like if Giorgio Moroder kissed a teddy bear to life. And then gave it ecstasy."
The talented Minh Tran was on hand to take these great photos. And yes, M83's set began with an appearance by that weird bug thing you see above (it's also on the inside cover of Hurry Up, We're Dreaming). It just kind of stood there for a few minutes before the band started. Plenty more pictures after the jump.
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Photography Erasure at the Crystal Ballroom, Wednesday, October 5
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Sat, Oct 8, 2011 at 12:09 PM
Here are some lovely pics of the Erasure show at the Crystal Ballroom on Wednesday, complete with such fantastical things as Centurion helmets! Gargoyles! Andy Bell! It looks like quite the show, and luckiy our Minh Tran was on hand to capture it all inside of his camera. Plenty of pics after the jump!
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Photography Odd Future, live at the Roseland Theater, 10/02/2011
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 3:34 PM
The most controversial thing to happen to hiphop since this guy, Odd Future Golf Wang Kill Them All (I think I got that right) made their Portland debut this week. We dispatched Minh Tran to take some pictures and hopefully not get raped by Taylor the Creator.
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Photography OMD, live at the Wonder Ballroom, 10/01/2011
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 9:32 AM
Alright, who let dad and his buddies play with my synths? Oh, that's just OMD. Back from the dead, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark stopped by the Wonder Ballroom this past weekend and our Minh Tran was there to capture it all on film.
Photography On Tour: Nurses in L.A. - 9/28/11
Posted by Andrew R Tonry on Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 3:27 AM
I caught up with Nurses on tour. A few shots I took at their show last week in L.A.:
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Photography Charles Bradley @ The Getty 8/27
Posted by Andrew R Tonry on Wed, Sep 28, 2011 at 2:35 AM
In Los Angeles a few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to spend some time up at The Getty with Charles Bradley. It was there we did the interview for my print piece for Bradley's MFNW show. Later that evening he and the Menahan Street Band performed in the open air courtyard. It was marvelous. I took photos.
I know they're a little late in coming—this concert was almost a month ago. But I think the photos show that Bradley is a subject worth revisiting.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Photography MusicfestNW Photos: Day Three
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Sat, Sep 10, 2011 at 4:54 PM
- Katie Swezey
- The Thermals
So. Much. Damn. MusicfestNW.
While us lazy End Hits writers—I ate 83 bags of Pop Chips, that counts for something, right?—stare at a bunch of bands and do nothing, the hardworking Katie Swezey attended a ton of shows with camera in hand. Here are some of her photos.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Photography MusicfestNW Photos: Day Two
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Fri, Sep 9, 2011 at 7:39 PM
- Katie Swezey
- Handsome Furs
We've got pics from yesterday's MFNW shows—including Handsome Furs, Thousands, Blind Pilot, Phantogram, and Viva Voce—from tireless photographer Katie Swezey, who braved crowds and sweat and heat to get these great shots. Lots more after the jump!
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Thursday, September 8, 2011
Photography MusicfestNW Photos: Day One
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Thu, Sep 8, 2011 at 1:59 PM
- Katie Swezey
- The Kills
While our writing staff was distracted by free drinks—Christ, Heineken is a terrible beer—at least one member of the End Hits staff was working hard during the opening night of MusicfestNW: our dear photographer Katie Swezey. Check out her snaps of The Corin Tucker Band and the Kills from last night.
Lots more photos to come over the course of the next few days.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Photography Obits, live at Doug Fir, 08/20/2011
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 1:04 PM
This past weekend Obits made the drive (like Jehu, I assume) to Portland for a volume-heavy set at the Doug Fir. We dispatched our Katie Swezey to take some photos of it all. And here they are. Enjoy.
Friday, August 12, 2011
Photography Here is What the New Green Noise Records Looks Like
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Fri, Aug 12, 2011 at 12:01 PM
Remember we told you about how Green Noise Records was biding farewell to SE Clinton and heading to SE Gladstone? Their final day at the old locale is Friday, August 26, and the new store is set to open at 3840 SE Gladstone on Tuesday, August 30. I love their new motto.
A weeks into September there will be a grand (re)opening shindig. We'll keep you posted.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Photography Photos of 2011 PDX Pop Now!
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Thu, Jul 28, 2011 at 3:18 PM
- Katie Swezey
- Kelli Schaefer
While I was buying unfunny/racist dolls down the street and our writers were searching for the body of Ray Brower on the train tracks, Katie Swezey was hunkered down in front of the stage at PDX Pop Now! taking excellent photos of nearly every single band. Here is a visual look back at this year's festivities. Enjoy!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Photography This Is One Way to Do Your Marketing
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 9:57 AM
Spotted this AM in SE Portland:
There are little rip-tags at the bottom with an email address (headlock@grandcooley.com) and the phone number. No website or anything. But we found out a little more about this mysterious enterprise:
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Monday, June 27, 2011
Photography Cibo Matto, live at the Doug Fir, 06/23/2011
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Mon, Jun 27, 2011 at 9:39 AM
Late last week the reunited, and still as adorable as ever, Cibo Matto came to town. We dispatched Minh Tran—also, still as adorable as ever—to take some photos. Enjoy.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Photography My Favorite Photo From Last Night's Hockey Riots in Vancouver
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 10:37 AM
- Jason Payne
No, not this one.
While this looks like the aftermath of a Black Flag concert, it's actually a photo of a riot that broke out after a hockey game. Is "Mr. GBH" here a big fan of Roberto Luongo? Who knows? But good to see drunken frat boys and street punks working hand in hand, or fist in fist, to fuck shit up for no particular reason.
LISTEN:
Charged G.B.H. - "Maniac"
h/t: National Post
Monday, June 13, 2011
Photography This Might be My Favorite Photo Ever
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 1:02 PM
"Okay, Michael, here's my plan: I'm going to leave Asbury Park, move to California, build my own freakin' amusement park with giraffes and shit, buy the Elephant Man's bones, marry Elvis' daughter, get accused of a bunch of creepy pedophilia, release a few terrible records, and then die suddenly. Yeah, so, that's what I have going on for the next couple decades. Don't steal my ideas, okay?
Oh, I might name my kid Blanket. You can do that too if you want."
Friday, June 3, 2011
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Photography Yeasayer, live at the Wonder Ballroom, 05/27/2011
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Wed, Jun 1, 2011 at 10:23 AM
Late last week the gentlemen of Yeasayer rolled through the Wonder Ballroom on their way to the Gorge for Sasquatch. We dispatched Katie Swezey to photograph the band in their true element: wearing tank tops and looking cool under colorful gel lights.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Photography A-Trak + Kid Sister, live at Branx, 05/13/2011
Posted by Ezra Ace Caraeff on Tue, May 17, 2011 at 2:46 PM
Last week A-Trak and Kid Sister came to Portland as part of the Magic 8-Ball Tour, a package tour that either really loves fortune-telling toys, or cocaine in 1/8 of an ounce increments. Maybe both. We dispatched the one and only Minh Tran to shoot the show. Enjoy.
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