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BANDESTOn Friday the 13th of February, The OF Zendeavors lineupTHE is: Gui- theBANDS perfect mix. With Billy Z on Ethos Magazine hosts “The Band- tar - Andrew Rogers; Bass - An- backing vocals, Connor tooting est of the Bands 2015” -- this year drew Poletto; Drums - Jason Mill- his horn and Frank holding down featuring Dr. Rocket, Face For er; and Saxophone - Ted Schera. bass, Face For Radio is up, run- Radio, Human Ottoman, Mellow Eugene-based trio Mellow Yel- ning, and ready to rage!” Yellow, The Zendeavors and Ya- low crafts a homemade electro- YamaYama fuses a love for elec- maYama. soul / blend telling sto- tronica, video game soundtracks, Five of these unlucky bands will ries of nostalgia, youth, and wild modern jazz and funk, forging a walk away disappointed. Only abandon. The band was formed sound that doesn’t let the audience one will be anointed by the crowd in a living room on Earth, but forget to dance. Since its founda- as the “Bandest of the Bands”. their sound narrates about ghost tion nearly five years ago by drum- Ethos Magazine has been host- lights in space and lovers who mer Merlin Showalter and saxo- ing this competition at the WOW are just as far away. Influenced phonist/ Scott Mitchell, Hall since 2010. by bands like Twin Shadow, Ra- YamaYama continues to refine its Says Ethos: “Our sixth annual diohead and Foster The People, sound in the quest for groove. Bandest of the Bands is coming, Mellow Yellow writes a range of YamaYama is not only musi- with coverage from KWVA and high to low energy songs rooted cians’ music -- drawing from so- a guaranteed spot in the lineup at in spacey loops and phisticated harmonies, diverse tex- the UO Campus Block Party 2015 soulful vocals. tures and complex time signatures for the winning band. Come join After releasing a series of live- -- their mission is to make every- us from for an eclectic mix of Eu- performance living room videos, one move their hips and tap their Every Dollar Makes a Di erence gene grooves!” Mellow Yellow collaborated with feet. The four-piece ensemble is The Zendeavors were raised videographer Tigerpup to create founded on the belief that music to Listener Supported by foxy wolves. The Zendeavors their debut music video for their can still be complex and inventive were purchased at your favorite up-beat track, “Atacama”. Cur- while retaining a pulse and melody Public Radio 91.9 KRVM. second hand store months before rently in production, their home- that everyone can groove to. They it was closed to make room for a made EP is set to release early are strongly influenced by -per Wal-Mart Super Center. The Ze- 2015. formers such as Mark Guiliana, ndeavors will always lie to you. Human Ottoman combines Parliament-Funkadelic, Dapp The- The Zendeavors fear Virginia a wide range of musical influ- ory, Dave Holland Group, Nerve, Woolf deeply. The Zendeavors ences. From metal cello to world Joshua Redman, and many more. are the answer to “Who is Jon rhythms, funky grooves and rock, In addition to just having Galt” AND “Who is Ron Paul?” the trio blends styles and uncom- a blast and playing music they Radio worth listening to The Zendeavors are the boundary mon instruments into a fresh and love, YamaYama also is active between 0 and 1. Chuck Norris fun sound. Like nothing you have in educating younger is radio worth supporting. Makes Zendeavors Jokes. The heard before! and helping them do the same. Zendeavors have never heard of Face For Radio says, “We are Working at schools, holding clin- the New World Order. The Ze- an eclectic folk/rock band with ics, teaching private lessons, and ndeavors are compostable. The a unique style looking for a rip- playing at festivals are some of the Zendeavors have been proven to roaring, high energy, good time. ways that the band participates in evolve on a Macro Scale but not I don’t believe it to be a stretch music education. on a Micro one. The Zendeavors when I say that the formation of Dr. Rocket plays Rock, Indie, would never kill your vibe. The Face for Radio was sheer destiny. Glam, Baroque-Pop, Power-Pop Donate now Zendeavors are still illegal in 24 Brennan, a long time friend of and more. Band members are states. The Zendeavors are non- mine from southern California, Nick Carver and Mason Cline. transferable and non-refundable. moved literally right next door Tickets are a mere $3 in ad- The Zendeavors do not exist be- to me in Eugene. At that point, vance, $5 at the door. Doors open tween 9am-5pm. The Zendeavors there was basically no excuse left at 6:00 pm and showtime is 7:00. have been known to do the impos- to not start this band. After some The band playing order is to be krvm.org 541-790-5786 sible like Broadway Joe. different lineups we finally found announced. H

2 FEBRUARY 2015 WOW HALL NOTES FIND US ONLINE: WWW.WOWHALL.ORG BROTHERS GOW replies BR when inquired, “espe- cially ‘Mama Freight Train’ which receives airplay. Really, we get a great response for all the songs; I think it is a combination of the song’s melody combined with the group’s musical contribution on any particular night. The songs develop and change from show to show, and more recently we have been going back and adding new sections to all the old favorites. It not only keeps it fresh for us, but increases the complexity and dynamics of the songs.” 70 Breweries! 175 Craft Beers! With several new songs and several more in the works, Blue Lotus has about 35 original songs that are currently being played at Feb 6 & 7 shows. Brandelyn is continually Fri 5-11 pm writing new material; she has written hundreds of songs and Sat 1-11 pm GOW WITH THE : more each month -- so the band is never running out of material. Lane Events BLUE LOTUS & BROTHERS GOW Brandelyn will usually write the Center Brothers Gow are hitting the four tours a year and possibly a lyrics and the chord progression ♫ Fri – Sol Seed 796 W 13th road this winter on their “Let It tour out to the Midwest in July, and then collaborates with lead ♫ Eugene Snow” Tour. They are teaming with California and Colorado guitarist Felix Blades on the melo- Sat – Jelly Bread up with Eugene’s very own Blue tours in the works for next fall. dy line, arrangement and struc- $12 advance Sold at klcc.org Lotus for a co-headline show on “We are working towards tural changes. Next the song is $15 at the door klcc.org Friday, February 20. recording a live album,” says brought to the rest of the group, Admission includes 2 beer tickets! (541)463-6000 The San Diego quintet Brothers singer and guitarist Brandelyn where the arrangement and timing 21 & over NPR for Oregonians Gow combines rock, funk, jazz Rose. “We recently invested in are solidified. A song can take a PLUS MEGA MUSIC SALE! Used Records & CDs! and influences with some recording equipment and few months to evolve into its final thoughtful lyrics, deep grooves over the next six months will be arrangement once the group starts and an ear for improvisation that recording all our shows, with the performing it. keeps each show fresh and unique. goal of releasing a new live album, “We are excited to be doing With more than 500 shows under possibly by the end of the sum- this show with Brother’s Gow,” their belts, this well-seasoned band mer. declares Brandelyn. “We played started off in Flagstaff, AZ, and “Most recently we have been with themWOW a year Hall or so ago in since moving to Southern working on a series of new songs Portland 3.875" and were x 3.5" impressed. California has developed a more BLUE LOTUS dynamic sound, adding strong Run in Jan & Feb 2015 issues vocal harmonies and complex arrangements to their guitar-driv- en rock. Add to this mix an awe- inspiring light show, and you have a recipe for a memorable experience. The more evolved sound of Brothers Gow can be heard on Reflections, their fourth studio album. The songs run the gamut from and uptempo dance grooves to musically and lyrically emotive tracks and some fan-favorite instrumentals that showcase Brothers’ tight arrange- ments. In addition to their hard work getting people onto the dance floor, the band has also demon- strated their commitment to mak- ing the world a better place for all of us. The Brothers Gow -- which is always exciting. These They are a talented group of musi- Foundation for Music Education songs are really diverse in their cians with an amazing light show. was launched in 2014, and at its sound; their music, style and struc- Their style and sound lends itself first charitable event raised enough ture cross pollinate several genres well to our music, as they are sty- money to put a stringed instru- but are still played in the Blue listically in the same genre and ment in all 18 classrooms at OB Lotus style. love to get into those long extend- Elementary (San Diego). The “Our favorite gig over the past ed improve jams that we all love. band has plans to continue these year was playing an evening show It should be a great night of efforts to support youth and music at the Blue Moon Stage at the music!” education. Oregon Country Fair,” Brandelyn And now for an answer to the Brothers Gow are: Alex Gow relates. “We had an amazing time question fans have been waiting Bastine (keyboards, vocals), Carson that night. We were joined by for: Church (bass guitar), Kyle Merrill guest musicians and played our “As far as your question as to (guitar, vocals, trumpet), Ethan hearts out to the most awesome who in the band is single? Touring Wade (guitar, vocals) and Nathan audience. life makes it difficult to have long Walsh-Haines (drums, vocals). “We love playing the WOW term relationships is all we can say Hall because it offers a chance for about that....” states Brandelyn, BLUE LOTUS our underage fans to join in. We “guess we’ll have to keep you Since the last WOW Hall show have also enjoyed the sound qual- guessing on that one.... Hope to in May of 2014, Blue Lotus has ity of the WOW Hall. The sound see you all at the WOW Hall on been touring regularly -- venturing crew and equipment are stellar, to Feb. 20th!” out into Washington, Idaho, say the least.” Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 Montana and California. The “There are a handful of songs at the door. Doors open at 9:00 band is currently planning to do that are increasing in popularity,” pm and showtime is 9:30. H

FIND US ONLINE: WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/THEWOWHALL WOW HALL NOTES FEBRUARY 2015 3 practice paired with beautiful live rhythms is designed to leave stu- dents expanded and renewed. Visit dubsutra.com to sample the digital and organic harmonies that will guide the yoga journey This is an event by Eugene Yoga in support of Greenhill Humane Society. Eugene Yoga is located in the Tamarack Wellness Center on Donald Street in south Eugene. A second location is opening this spring in downtown Eugene. Eugene Yoga is commu- GIVE A DOWNWARD DOG FOR DOGS nity fostering a safe and nurturing environment in which students AND OTHER GREENHILL SHELTER PETS can explore yoga and other heal- On Sunday, February 22, Yogis Eugene Yoga instructors ing modalities. are invited to join Eugene Yoga at Arielle Bertolone and Beth Krisko Doors open at 11:00 am, and WOW Hall for a rhythmic, flow- will co-lead the 90-minute practice music and yoga practice begin at ing practice in support of the to the live music of Dub Sutra, a 12:00 pm. The cost is $25, with $5 shelter animals at Greenhill husband and wife duo who mix of each ticket going directly to the Humane Society. The event is electronic dub downtempo with shelter pets at Greenhill Humane open to all levels of practitioners, harmonizing chants and live Society. Register on-line at from beginners to advance. instruments. The uplifting yoga eugeneyoga.us or at the door. H GIRAFFAGE STICKS OUT On Saturday, February 21, Headspace Productions Presents welcomes the Griaffage «No Reason Tour» to the WOW Hall with special guests Spazzkid and VNDMG. “Love is in the air,” reports Headspace Productions on their Facebook Event page, “and we know everyone’s going to love this party.” San Francisco producer Charlie Yin has made quite a name for him- self turning bedroom beats into dance floor staples as Giraffage. His beloved R&B remixes and vibe-laden solo tracks have won early praise from Pitchfork, The Fader, XLR8R and other tastemakers, all while he seals the deal live with lush, bass-driven performances at Low End ARCO-PDX Theory, Boiler Room and gigs around the globe. Giraffage is poised for even bigger things with an expansive new EP A CLASSICAL GAS out later this year on Fool’s Gold, and he’ll be showcasing these brand- On Friday, February 27, the Community Center the first violinist for the Portland Columbia Symphony new tracks and more on Porter Robinson’s “Worlds” tour of North for the Performing Arts welcomes ARCO-PDX for Orchestra, and a fine composer, America. their WOW Hall debut. “We’re stuck in this presentation that’s left over Stowed away in the sprawling corner of Los Angeles, Spazzkid aka What is classical music? To many, it’s that old- from the 19th century,” Hsu says. “It used to be an Mark Redito quietly constructs his map of seemingly disparate beats and fashioned European music that they play at weddings, exercise in cultural sophistication to dress up, go to a melodies into perfect harmony. With influences that span from punk to church services, and sometimes movies. But to those concert, quiet, and pay attention. But these days, jpop to video game music and everything in between, Spazzkid’s sonic who dig classical music, it’s a portal that takes you if you don’t know the piece, you can’t expect people fancies are evident in his tracks as they find the listener riding high on into the composer’s mind — through the ultimate to stare at the musicians and for the players to have percussive waves of jazzy synthpop or feverishly gnawing on crafted highs and the darkest lows, the most hellish storms no interaction with the audience. We don’t need that candy electro pop. and the heavenliest peace. anymore.” With over a decade of experience DJ’ing and producing, VNDMG is The problem is, in order to hear it live, they make At ARCO’s events all of the instruments are becoming a staple in the electronic music scene. Anthony VanVranken, you sit still for more than an hour — no talking, no amplified and the players use effects and loop pedals A.K.A. VNDMG (pronounced Van-Damage), brings a more progressive coughing, no drinking. Staring at musicians who are to fill out the various parts of a composition. And to and psychedelic flare to the world of 808 bass music, finely crafting a staring into their music stands. No wonder so many add a little rock concert flair to the show, an elabo- sound that is both high energy and eclectic. With a healthy mixture of people never give it a second chance. rate light show accompanies each piece. This project originals, collaborations and remixes, a VNDMG set is always unique. ARCO-PDX (Amplified Repertory Chamber is a proof of the principle that anyone can appreciate Tickets are $13 for the first 100 in advance, $15 second 100, then $18, Orchestra of Portland) is here to change that! We classical music as long as it’s produced for today’s or $20 at the door. Doors open at 8:30 pm and showtime is 9:00. H bring you high-quality orchestral music performed by consumer. memory, with attitude, on a rock-concert stage. “Hsu’s vision is not just a breath of fresh air,” Amped up loud enough so you can dance and shout reports the Portland Mercury, “it’s also a brave look without disturbing anyone, all while keeping true to into the future of classical music.” the composer’s intent. Top it off with state-of-the-art Tickets are $5 for students (available at WOW intelligent lighting in sync with the music and they Hall only), $10 advance, $12 door and $15 for create an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience! reserved seating. Doors open at 8:00 pm and show- ARCO-PDX is the brainchild of Mike Hsu, also time is 8:30. H

4 FEBRUARY 2015 WOW HALL NOTES FIND US ONLINE: WWW.WOWHALL.ORG LAS CAFETERAS On Wednesday, February 4, the Community Center for the Performing Arts and KLCC proudly welcome Las Cafeteras. There’s something new going on in Las Cafetereas – and it’s not a food fight! Las Cafeteras combines the vibrant energy of Son Jarocho music with an edgy LA sound and a political message. Their pounding Afro- Mexican rhythms, stomping zapateado dancing and uplifting verses tell stories of everyday people searching for love and fighting for justice in the concrete jungle. A remix of the traditional, Las Cafeteras adds Afro- Carribean “Creative, Socially Conscious, It’s Perfect” - NPR marimbol, spoken word, DENGUE FEVER GOES DEEP English and Spanglish to Jarocho instruments like jarana and requinto On Saturday, February 7, the Angeles with a suitcase crammed Widely recognized for their trade- guitars, donkey jaw-bone, and the tarima (stomp box). CCPA and KRVM proudly wel- full of Cambodian cassette tapes, mark blend of 60’s Cambodian Las Cafeteras formed as a band in 2008 with the purpose of docu- come Dengue Fever back to the Holtzman and his brother Zac pop and , Dengue menting the histories of their neighborhoods through music. They WOW Hall along with special bonded over their love of vintage Fever’s latest release expands their started as students of the Eastside Café, a Zapatista inspired community guests Pluto the Planet and Cambodian rock and founded the musical palette to include Khmer space in East Los Angeles where they were influenced by the culture, Human Ottoman. band in 2002. They wanted the rap, Latin grooves, Afro percus- storytelling and poetic music of Son Jarocho, a traditional music from Cambodian-surf-rock band ideal Cambodian chanteuse to sion, layered Stax-like horns and Veracruz, Mexico. Their namesake derives from the organization where Dengue Fever is touring North complete their outfit. Nimol more. they took classes, the Eastside Café. However, to honor women and America and Europe in support of joined the band when she realized Dengue Fever as performed in challenge masculine language, they feminized their group name by call- their latest album, The Deepest they shared a genuine passion for front of thousands of fans at such ing themselves, Las Cafeteras, rather than Los Cafeteros. Lake. The album is available on the music and culture of her noted music festivals as WOMAD ]Las Cafeteras soon ventured to publically share this magical/tradi- CD, colored vinyl and digitally. homeland. (UK, AUS, NZ), WOMEX tional music and are taking the Alternative Latin scene by storm. Their The Deepest Lake finds Plunging headlong into their (Spain), Melbourne Festival debut EP Live at Mucho Wednesdays is packed with vibrant energy. Dengue Fever expanding their second decade as a band, Dengue (AUS), Glastonbury (UK), The debut studio album It’s Time has received great reviews and has trademark psych/surf/Cambodian Fever’s fifth full-length of all-new , (USA), been featured on BBC, NPR, KCRW and the LA Times. The band was pop sound with African percus- material comes at a critical junc- Transmusicales (France), Roskilde named “Best Latin Alternative Band-2013” by LA Weekly. sion, vocals that would make ture in the band’s career. In 2013, (Denmark), Electric Picnic Las Cafeteras is comprised Exene and John Doe proud, after forming their own label Tuk (Ireland), Peace and Love of Annette Torres, Daniel “Urgent, relevant music” - BBC sweeping melodies and extended Tuk Records, they crossed over (Sweden), Treasure Island (USA) French, David Flores, Denise psychedelic jams. Recorded in into a brave new world as both among many others. Their songs Carlos, Hector Flores, Jose Cano, and Leah Rose Gallegos. Born in the their home studio and produced artist and owners. have appeared in films such as streets of LA, these are immigrant children who are remixing roots entirely by the band, The Deepest Today finds them as creative City of Ghosts, Jim Jarmusch’s music with what LA Times calls a, “uniquely Angeleno mishmash of Lake found Dengue Fever looking musicians with no boundaries as Broken Flowers, The Hangover punk, hip-hop, , cumbia and rock … Live, they’re magnetic.” to expand their sound while also well as label owners who make 2, the Showtime series Weeds, the Las Cafeteras have crossed genre and musical borders, playing with following their instincts. The their own decisions on their HBO’s hit series True Blood (who bands such as Mexican icons Caifanes, Lila Downs, Colombian super- result showcases their musically career. named an entire episode after one star Juanes, Los Angeles legends Ozomatli, folk/indie favorites Edward adventurous side while still Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, PLUTO THE PLANET remaining faithful to the band’s and most recently with Talib Kweli. otherworldly sound. True to their roots, Las Cafeteras donates time, energy and a portion Dengue Fever is Cambodian of their earnings to the Eastside Café and it’s Son Jarocho classes for songstress Chhom Nimol, Zac youth. Holtzman (guitar/vocals), Ethan Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Doors open at 7:30 pm Holtzman (keyboards), Senon and showtime is 8:00. H Williams (bass), Paul Smith (drums) and David Ralicke (horns). They have released five , Dengue Fever, Escape THANK YOU From Dragon House, Venus On The Board of Directors and the staff of the Community Center for Earth, Cannibal Courtship, In the Performing Arts (CCPA) wish to thank Leah and Jeff Salerno. Upon The Ley Lines, the DVD/CD their recommendation, the CCPA received a generous donation of $500 soundtrack to the band’s docu- from Fidelity Charitable. This Fidelity Charitable grant is made mentary, Sleepwalking Through possible through the generosity and recommendation of the Salerno The Mekong, a collection of lost Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund. Cambodian classics, Dengue This grant came as a total surprise to the staff and board! Most Fever Presents: Electric Cambodia grants are competitive and require a long preparation process. This and in 2015 The Deepest Lake. came out of the blue, and is designated for, “where it’s needed most.” They are based in Los Angeles. The net result is The Deepest of their songs), CBS TV series As a nonprofit arts organization, the CCPA depends upon donations The roots of Dengue Fever Lake, a record with more musical CSI: Las Vegas and numerous from businesses and individuals to host diverse performances and began in the late 1990’s with a diversions than the Mekong River independent documentaries. educational events for all ages while preserving the historic WOW Hall. 6-month trek through Southeast itself. The ten tracks on The Tickets are $12 in advance, $14 CCPA Sponsors are recognized in the WOW Hall lobby, in the WOW Asia by keyboardist Ethan Deepest Lake will satiate long- at the door. Doors open at 8:00 Hall Notes and on our website at www.wowhall.org. Holtzman. Returning to Los time fans as well as newcomers. pm and showtime is 9:00. H Thanks again to Jeff and Leah for helping out the WOW Hall! H

FIND US ONLINE: WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/THEWOWHALL WOW HALL NOTES FEBRUARY 2015 5 With over 125,000 units sold across their six full-length albums, the Natty Vibes sound boasts strong roots in reggae, rock and pop. Their unique musical blend combined with a party and dance energy has allowed them to share the stage with artists like Prince, 311, Jimmy Cliff, Ziggy Marley, UB40, , Pepper and SOJA, to name a few. Their sound and vibe has earned them multiple Best Reggae Album and People’s Choice Awards at Hawai’i’s Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. After playing together in Hawai’i for over 15 years, Natural Vibrations relocated to San Diego. Last year the band released Natty MARTIN SEXTON FROM PAGE 1 Vibes Essentials, a compilation of strung together”. Among these are “You (My Mind is Woo)” with fan favorites that’s the perfect accompanying music video, as well as “Do It Daily”, which has an old- JUNIOR REID & NATTY VIBES introduction for new listeners just time doo-wop sound but crafted in a way that’s exciting and fresh with discovering Natty Vibes. With hooks galore. Those who pre-order the album on iTunes will receive BOB MARLEY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION recent new singles “Make You “Do It Daily” and “Set In Stone” as immediate downloads. On Friday, February 6, the Studio), as well as focusing on his Stay” and “Let It Grow”, the Brothers McCann (Mike, Pat and Erik) are a folk trio originating in CCPA and KRVM’s Zion Train own label JR Productions. band is super charged to bring Boston. Their most recent LP is Days of Ease, which was released in proudly welcome Junior Reid and Reid had a #21 hit in the UK “new sounds, new songs, new 2014. Gorgeous three part harmonies form the bedrock of the band’s Natural Vibrations’ “Puff Puff in 1988 -- a collaboration with venues and new vibes” to their sound, which is overlaid with passionate folk/rock instrumentation. Pass” Tour to the WOW Hall for Coldcut called “Stop This Crazy fans old and new. Tickets are $20 in advance, $20 at the door, and reserved seats are a Bob Marley Birthday Celebration Thing”. He had an even bigger $25. The show is fully seated. Doors open at 6:30 pm and showtime with special guest Karlos Paez (of hit in 1990, with “I’m Free” reach- KARLOS PAEZ is 7:30. H The B Side Players). ing #5. 1989’s “One Blood” Karlos Paez was born and Junior Reid was born in became an anthem for unity in raised in Tijuana, Mexico. Kingston, , and had a America and around the world. Inspired by the music of Bob tough upbringing in the city’s Junior’s vocals have been used Marley and Carlos Santana, he Waterhouse district. It was there in the hip-hop scene, including started playing guitar, trombone -- in the politically turbulent late collaborations on the songs “One and trumpet, and began writing ‘70s -- that he recorded his first Blood Under W” and “Jah World” songs. single “Speak the Truth” at the from album by the Karlos met the musicians who age of 13 for the late Hugh Wu-Tang Clan. In 2006, he col- would become the first incarna- Mundell. Released in Jamaica on laborated with West Coast hip- tion of The B Side Players in an ’s Rockers hop artist on the song African drumming class at International label, it became pop- “It’s Okay (One Blood)” which Southwestern Community College ular as an import single in the samples Reid’s 1989 single. The in San Diego in 1994. Paez United Kingdom. UK label song was also included in the recalls. “When we started playing followed video game Def Jam: Icon for the together, our sound was different this with “Know Myself” in 1981. Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. It because we brought an Afro-Latin He then went on to form his own was then remixed again and the edge to the music.” band, the Voice of Progress, and official remix features 25 hip-hop Karlos is still touring and after a local hit with “Mini-Bus artists including The Game. recording with The B Side Players Driver” the group scored local Last June saw the release of but he has made time to produce success with an album of the same Junior Reid: The Living Legend, and create other projects. He is name. the artist’s 17th album. The the creator, lead singer and song- By the early ‘80s JR had album features the songs “Same writer of Maiz, Chula Vista already recorded a number of Boat”, “Sharing The Night”, Soldier Club, Black Market tunes enjoying considerable popu- “Never Let You Go” and “Guns Disciples, Sonido De La Frontera, larity when an offer to be the lead Dem Load”. The last of those and Solrak and the New Aztec singer in gave him singles features American rapper Empire. Now Karlos Paez is cel- the opportunity to reach a wider and incarcerated ebrating the release of his first international audience. Always a deejay Vybz Kartel. solo record, Music, Culture, strong follower of Black Uhuru, Love. With the help of San and with a similar vocal style, NATURAL VIBRATIONS Diego’s most talented musicians Reid’s first Black Uhuru album Natural Vibrations, aka Natty and producer/musician Bryan was the Grammy-nominated Vibes or Natural Vibes, is Stratman, the record delivers Brutal in 1986. Two years and Hawai’i’s most acclaimed band organic, soulful, cosmic grooves three albums later, Junior’s inter- from the windward side of O’ahu. with conscious lyrics inspired by est to produce material for him- From playing music at backyard the music, culture and love of self, and desire to regain his parties to headlining some of Karlos Paez. domestic popularity, drove him Hawai’i’s biggest shows and ven- Tickets are $17 in advance, $20 into the solo arena and into his ues, Natty Vibes has been jam- at the door. Doors open at 8:00 IN THE GALLERY own studio (One Blood Recording min’ since 1996. pm; showtime 9:00. H During the month of February, the WOW Hall is graciously show- casing artwork created in the OSLP Arts & Culture Program Open Studio classes. The Oregon Supported Living Program (OSLP) Arts & Culture Program breaks down barriers to participation in the arts for people of all abilities and builds bridges to a more diverse and inclusive commu- nity. We do this by providing community exhibits, classes and work- shops with a safe, accessible environment for all. This exhibition features an exciting assortment from ten artists, including landscapes from Larry Hurst, and abstract paintings by Barry Pennington and Mark Rosenbaum. This show will be exhibited through February 27th. You can find out more about the OSLP Arts & Culture Program by visiting our website at www.artsandcultureeugene.org. The WOW Hall Lobby Art Gallery is open for viewing during office hours, noon to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. H NATURAL VIBRATIONS

6 FEBRUARY 2015 WOW HALL NOTES FIND US ONLINE: WWW.WOWHALL.ORG VALENTINE’SOn Saturday, February 14, the DAY WITH WILD CHILD CCPA and KRVM proudly host Valentine’s Day at the WOW Hall with Wild Child, Desert Noises and Goodnight, Texas. Indie powerhouse Wild Child has spent the past year playing stages as major as Austin City Limits , Wakarusa, Firefly Music Festival, Bonnaroo, Osheaga, and Savannah Stopover. Behind their second album, The Runaround (the premiere release on Ben Kweller’s Noise Company label) the Austin six-piece earned NPR’s “Top Ten Songs of 2013” honors for “Living Tree” -- and saw five additional songs hit #1 on Hype Machine’s Popular chart. Their Spotify, Soundcloud, and YouTube streams have eclipsed ten million listens, and they’ve appeared on NPR’s World Cafe and an airing of eTown Radio. But in the meantime, it just blows rock ( is a big touch- The lead single from The our mind to stand on stage and stone), often in the same song. Runaround, “Crazy Bird”, look out into the crowd and see The opener, “Grandma Looks”, debuted on Specialty Radio at #1 people singing along.” morphs into a lilting Grateful THE JUCIFER STORY -- fueled by an electrifying perfor- Dead jam. There are nods to On Thursday, February 5, the Community Center for the Performing mance on The Late Late Show DESERT NOISES Mumford & Sons-style folk in the Arts and University of Oregon Campus Radio 88.1 FM KWVA proudly With Craig Ferguson. The name Desert Noises — marital strife of “Mice in the welcome Jucifer to the WOW Hall. Together since 2010, Wild like many of the band’s songs on Kitchen”, as well as acoustic delta National Lampoon once ran an article entitled “The Story of Jessica Child has been hailed as one of their debut full-length 27 Ways blues in Boyer’s slide guitar styl- Christ” – what if Jesus had been a woman? Well, if Lucifer had been the top acts in music-rich Austin — came out of a dream that ings on the album’s closing gospel a woman, she’d be Jucifer! since the release of debut album popped into frontman Kyle plaint, “Dime in My Pocket”. Alternative Press says that, “Jucifer wield a Sleep-like density and Pillow Talk; their mix of folk, Henderson’s head while sleeping. enough metallic power to jostle Ozzy back to sanity” pop, and gypsy melodies make “I just woke up and wrote it GOODNIGHT, TEXAS Now, after 21 years of annihilating ears and insides with their them sound like little else. Kelsey down on a piece of paper,” says If you take out a map and famous wall of speakers, the notoriously nomadic duo Jucifer are mak- Wilson has, “the voice of a Jazz the 24-year-old, who used it for measure the midway point ing their WOW Hall debut. Age Broadway baby,” writes the band he’d first formed with between San Francisco and Chapel Founded in 1993, Jucifer (guitarist Gazelle Amber Valentine and NPR, “all coos and hiccups and his brother and a friend in the Hill, North Carolina — the homes drummer Edgar Livengood) pioneered the sludge/doom/death metal duo of Avi Vinocur and concept. They are one of the earliest heavy two-piece bands and even DESERT NOISES Patrick Dyer Wolf, respectively more unusual for playing without loops, keyboard bass samples or a — you’ll find an unincorporated drum machine. town called Goodnight, Texas. Jucifer trademarks -- including their enormous amp rig and uncon- After meeting in San Francisco ventional shifting / combining of genres -- have influenced and inspired in 2007, Vinocur and Wolf built a many over two decades. The band has performed steadily and released friendship based on trading words albums through the 90’s and 00’s on major and indie labels as well as and tunes. “I had never been able recently founding their own Nomadic Fortress label. to sing with anyone before Pat. I During the 90’s Jucifer was based in Georgia, but in 2001 moved was terrible at it,” says Vinocur. permanently into their tour vehicle. They have lived entirely on wheels “But I didn’t even have to try to for the 14 years since and have stated that this homeless, nomadic life harmonize with him. I still sort of was undertaken to facilitate playing, “as many shows as we possibly have a hard time believing how can.” Their endless tour typically covers 20 or more countries each easy it still is.” year. When Wolf moved to North Jucifer shows are known for being extremely heavy and loud, blend- Carolina in 2009, the songwriters ing elements of sludge, doom, black metal, death metal, thrash, crust, shivers.” Among unanimously Provo/Orem area of Utah. kept in touch, finding their stylis- grind, drone, and noise with occasional melodic passages. Performances illustrious media praise, the Joined by fellow twenty-some- tic midpoint amidst banjo, guitar are ritual and cathartic, and sometimes include improvised sections Austin American­Statesman has things Tyler Osmond (yes, those and mandolin, as well as a fasci- between or even during the songs. The guitar is downtuned to various anointed Wild Child as, “Austin’s Osmonds) on bass, guitar-shred- nation with late 19th century non-standard tunings, which lends an unexpectedly pleasing quality to next national breakout act.” der Patrick Boyer and drummer small-town America. the high volume employed. Countless sold-out shows across Brennan Allen, the foursome set In 2012, after picking up a Jucifer has expressed distaste for conforming to a genre but has the US suggest that that foretold out in a van three years ago and rhythm section (Alex Nash and invented names to describe their blend of styles including “deathdrone” future might in fact already be haven’t stopped since. 27 Ways is Scott G. Padden), Goodnight, “blackcrust” and “grindgaze”. They state they, “just love all forms of upon us. being released on L.A-based indie Texas released their debut LP, A heavy music and write freely between them.” Incorporating violin, ukulele, label SQE Music. Long Life of Living, to critical Jucifer released their latest album, District of Dystopia, on December cello, piano, bass, banjo and Ironically, considering the acclaim. The band released their 5th. The album was recorded, mixed and mastered entirely by the band horns in ways that few bands band’s name, the album opens sophomore record, Uncle John inside the Winnebago -- which is their tour bus and only home. A split could conceive of today, Wild with the sound of waves crashing Farquhar, in the summer of 2014. 7” with Japan’s Sete Star Sept on French label Witch Bukkake is also Child has broken through as one on the ocean, incorporating influ- Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 scheduled for 2015 release. of the preeminent bands in one of ences in beat-oriented soul and at the door. Doors open at 8:00 “On their records, Jucifer is a dynamic duo: Pastoral pop, elephan- the most storied music cities in R&B as well as classic psychedelic pm and showtime is 9:00. H tine doom, spectral folk and buzzing psychedelia all figure into the the world, winning back-to-back band’s by-turns-savage-and-serene-repertoire,” reports Las Vegas GOODNIGHT, TEXAS honors as the city’s Best Indie Review-Journal. “Live, though, the band sprouts tusks and buries them Band at the Austin Music Awards. in a loud, guttural churn that makes them one of the more overpowering “Music defines us,” says Wild live acts making the rounds. Wear earplugs or you could end up wear- Child’s co-frontman Alexander ing a hearing aid instead.” Beggins. “We get up every day to Hailing from Eugene, Red Cloud is a heavy rock band that rides the stomp, clap, whoop, holler and metal’s edge. Formed in 2012, singer//guitarist Aaron dance with our family on stage Williams recruited drummer Lauren Roberts and Red Cloud was born. and our friends in the crowd. In October of 2013, Red Cloud added guitarist Dennis Medina (Sawyer We’re always looking for ways to Family) to the lineup and blasted into space. On their third intergalac- expand our sound and push our tic mission, bass player Sean Loos was spotted and pulled in by tractor boundaries musically, and we’re beam. always looking for the next thing, Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Doors open at 8:30 pm the next sound, the next song. and showtime is 9:00. H

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