Ben Gibbard and Death Cab for Cutie were welcomed back to KeyArena on Wednesday with open arms for a second show at the venue in a matter of just a few months. Codes And Keys is in the running for a 2011 Grammy as Best Alternative Music Album, competing with Deck The Hall Ball mates, Foster The People. Photos by David Conger.
As was defined by Harms earlier in the day on The End, Cage The Elephant wrapped up the “The” set of bands at Deck The Hall Ball. (The “The” set being defined by bands with “The” in the middle of their names that performed in the middle of the show.) Cage The Elephant’s latest album, Thank You and Happy Birthday, earned them the 15th spot on Rolling Stone’s 50 Best Albums of 2011 and they were the only Deck The Hall Ball band to make the list. Photos by David Conger.
Wilson Phillips – consisting of sisters Carnie & Wendy Wilson and friend Chynna Phillips – recently made a stop at the Skagit Valley Casino north of Seattle. And you know what … they still sound great after 20 years together! In addition to singing their #1 singles (“Hold On”, “Release Me”, “You’re In Love”) and their other songs from the early ’90s, they did several Beach Boys and Mamas & Papas, and holiday songs. Stay tuned for a new album in 2012.
One thing that you must admit about Foster The People is that their songs tend to be catchy. And Mark Foster’s experience as a jingle writer probably has something to do with why we find ourselves singing “Pumped Up Kicks” and “Helena Beat” while in the shower. (Maybe that is just me…overshare?) Foster The People cranked up the synth at this year’s Deck The Hall Ball. Photos by David Conger.
The Northern Irish boys of Two Door Cinema Club continued 107.7 The End’s Deck The Hall Ball last night, playing selections from their album, Tourist History. Photos by David Conger.
