The Ting Tings, also known as the magical pair of British artists Jules De Martino and Katie White, returned to Seattle in March 2015. Duran Duran fans will be excited to hear that former guitarist Andy Taylor produced the Ting Tings’ latest album, Super Critical, which was extremely awaited. A short gap of only 2 years is too long to wait for new music from this lovely band. So, how are these two looking? Awesome. And we have evidence with Steve Campagna‘s photos:
The Ting Tings
Android Amaker, the excellent combination of Brent Amaker, Vox Mod and P Smoov as producer, made its only appearance ever at Neumos in November 2014. When we say ever, we mean ever. . . meaning the project had no plans ever to play another show after this one. It was a total one-off. Though you won’t be able to catch them live again, you can still have their very cool album, Android Amaker! We can all use some cowboy-sci-fi-western-robot-dancing in our lives, right? And, um, some Fresh Espresso, the dynamic duo of P Smoov and Rik Rude, who opened. All photos by Simon Krane:
Android Amaker
Fresh Espresso
The guitarist of Allo Darlin’ really has one of the coolest styles. That’s just a fact, and Seattle fans enjoyed that style live when the band played the Tractor on October 29, 2014. The quartet, led by Australian Elizabeth Morris, creates music that is actually as comfy as warm toast. Opening were Seattle’s Blooper and Zebra Hunt. All photos by Nicky Andrews:
Allo Darlin’
Zebra Hunt
In the fall of 2014, more specifically, October 16th, the Melvins made an always welcome visit to Seattle. More good Melvins news came out last week, when the Bumbershoot Festival 2015 lineup, including the Melvins, was announced. Special note to Buzz Osborne: Awesome evil eye top! Le Butcherettes, a Mexican trio who have a few dates opening for Faith No More, had the honor of opening for the Melvins as well.. All photos by Monica Martinez:
The Melvins
Le Butcherettes
On October 20, 2014, English band Placebo visited Seattle to play Showbox at the Market. The headlining gig was part of their 20th anniversary celebrations (the group formed in London, if you didn’t know) and have released albums nearly ever 3 years since. Over on Placebo’s site you can now listen to every album. Excellent! All photos by Nicky Andrews:
Placebo