Thomas Dolby Announces October 2011 US Lecture Tour

Posted by The G on October 2, 2011 under GNN | Be the First to Comment

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Thomas Dolby

1980s music God and technology pioneer Thomas Dolby has announced an October 2011 speaking tour to discuss his latest project “The Floating City.”  It’s a game as well as a musical project.  He’ll also be performing at these talks, so don’t miss your chance to catch Thomas Dolby in the flesh.

Washington, DC, The Loft: Oct. 3.
New York City, Tribeca: Oct. 5.
Chicago, Martyr’s: Oct. 7.
Seattle, The Triple Door: Oct. 10.
Portland, Ore., KINK-FM concert: Oct. 12.
San Francisco, Bimbo’s 365 Club: Oct. 13.
Los Angeles, the Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery: Oct. 14.
Los Angeles, the Grammy Museum: Oct. 17.

Thanks to TED for the tip.

Attention NYC Radiohead Fans – Secret Show Info

Posted by The G on September 19, 2011 under GNN | Be the First to Comment

Info reported from various sources.

Radiohead has confirmed two shows at New York City’s Roseland Ballroom to take place September 28 and 29, 2011. Tickets will go on sale at 10:00 AM on September 26, 2011 at www.ticketmaster.com. There is a 2 ticket limit per household. All tickets will be available for pick up at will call the evening of the event beginning at 6:30 PM and entry into the venue is required immediately upon receipt. No tickets shall be distributed prior to the event.

Flaming Lips, Interpol to Play Free NY Shows Hosted by Quicksilver

Posted by The G on August 3, 2011 under GNN | Be the First to Comment

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The Flaming Lips

The Flaming Lips

New York!  Get ready to cancel your September plans to clear your schedule for a 10 day event that is going to be epic!

Quiksilver announces the world’s largest action sports and music festival ever assembled when The Quiksilver Pro New York supported by vitaminwater arrives in Long Beach, New York from September 1-15. The inaugural U.S. event   in the Quiksilver Pro Global Series,which also includes pinnacle events in France and Australia, The Quiksilver Pro New York can already claim its spot  as the largest assemblage of music talent and athletes for an action sports competitive event. The festivitieskick-off Labor Day Weekend with Quiksilver, DC and Roxy’s top athletes on-hand to meet fans and perform a series of skate, BMX and moto demos; followed byeight nights of music with headlining acts that include The Flaming Lips, Girl Talk, Interpol, Taking Back Sunday and a special benefit concert hosted by Kelly Slater & Friends on Saturday,   September 10.

Per the press release, here’s the schedule:

MUSIC STAGE SCHEDULE

Saturday 9/3
Girl Talk
Saves The Day
Mat Mchugh/The Beautiful Girls Solo & Acoustic
Rudy
…and a special surprise performance!!

Sunday, 9/4
Interpol
Portugal. The Man
The Ettes
The English Beat
Bigger Thomas

Monday, 9/5 (Labor Day)
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
Civil   Twilight
Blackbells
The Wicked Tomorrow
Wildlife

Tuesday, 9/6
Badfish, a Tribute to Sublime
Flight’s   Kool
Withersby

Wednesday, 9/7
The Benjamins
Temporary Grace
Mike Krum

Thursday, 9/8
State Radio
River City Extension
Andy Suzuki   & the Method
Hugo

Friday, 9/9
The Flaming Lips
Q-Tip
Neon Indian
Wavves
Charlotte O’Connor

Saturday, 9/10
Benefit Concert Hosted By Kelly Slater &   Friends + The Max Weinberg Experience
Taking Back Sunday
The   Sounds
SLUNT

Paul Banks of Interpol

But that’s not all!

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Beady Eye Announces 2011 North American Winter Tour

Posted by The G on July 11, 2011 under GNN | Be the First to Comment

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Liam Gallagher of Beady Eye

If you missed seeing Beady Eye (featuring Liam Gallagher of Oasis), never fear – the group announced a 2011 North American Tour.

The dates are:

November 29  Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
November 30  Seattle, WA @ Showbox Market
December 2  San Francisco, CA @ The Warfield
December 3  Los Angeles, CA @ Wiltern Theatre
December 5  Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
December 6  Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave Ballroom
December 8 Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
December 9  New York, NY @ Terminal 5

Hat tip to A Heart Is A Spade for dates.

Silence – The Musical

Posted by The G on June 28, 2011 under GNN | Be the First to Comment

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Silence The Musical

Silence! The Musical

Silence of the Lambs – The Musical!  Wow! I’ll bet this is amazing.  Decide for yourself as “Silence! The Musical” begins its limited off-Broadway 8-week run from June 24 – August 13, 2011.  Find out more and get your tickets on the official “Silence!” website.

No word on if the ticket price includes a side of fava beans.

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