As soon as Fiona Apple took the stage at the Paramount last week, the enthusiastic audience were on their feet and stayed there for her complete 90-minute set. Starting with “Fast As You Can,” she alternated between songs at her piano and vocals only, center stage.
Rising star Jayme Dee opened at the Triple Door for a show that quickly sold out in the presale. Her song “Rules” is featured on the Hunger Games soundtrack. Jayme has been on the road with Owl City and tonight’s show was the last … before she heads to the studio.
Justin Townes Earle returned to Seattle for a packed house at the Showbox at the Market. Earle is touring in support of his latest album, Nothing’s Gonna Change the Way You Feel About Me Now, and will be headed to Europe in August.
Tristen, named by Spin magazine as one of the 25 must-hear artists at Bonnaroo, opened for Justin Townes Earle at the Showbox at the Market on Friday. Backed by Buddy Hughen (guitar, vocals) and Jordan Caress (bass, vocals), Tristen is touring in support of her latest album, Charlatans At The Garden Gate.
Lisa Hannigan and Joe Henry co-headlined at the Tractor Tavern in Ballard last week. Joined by John Smith on guitar/vocals and Ross Turner on drums, it was the last stop on their nearly 3 week tour. Lisa is known for her collaboration with Damien Rice and Henry for the numerous records he’s produced, including Lisa’s […]