Photos: The Head and The Heart at KMTT Winter Warmth Concert

Next up at KMTT’s Winter Warmth Concert were Seattle’s very own The Head and the Heart. The six-member group features Jonathan Russell (guitar, vocals), Josiah Johnson (guitar, vocals), Charity Rose Thielen (violin, vocals), Kenny Hensley (keys), Chris Zasche (bass) and Tyler Williams (drums). Only two years ago they were singing at open mic nights in Seattle bars and their popularity has skyrocketed since. They released their album on Sub Pop Records last year and toured Europe over the summer.

Photos: Death Cab for Cutie at Deck The Hall Ball

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.

Photos: Cage The Elephant at Deck The Hall Ball

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.