A Halloween Treat...



Happy Halloween! Today I have a special treat for you- rather than highlight one specific band I would like to recommend one specific show.

Tonight at The Side Bar for only $5 admission, you can see a variety of different tribute bands formed out of the amalgamation of various local artists.


A tribute to Pink Floyd's album "Dark Side of the Moon" will be played by members of Soulphonics, Mindrise, and Maxwell Edison. Wes from Soulphonics will also be performing a Jimi Hendrix tribute.

Members of The Most and Alphabet City will be performing a tribute to The Doors and Johnny Cash. Last, but certainly not least, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac will be performed by Redboy.


So be sure to get there when the doors open at 8 p.m., and don't miss this fantastic treat of local artists doing their own versions of these classic musical acts. And, if you dare to compete - there will be a costume contest at midnight.

Good luck, and trick or treat!

Gainesville's Northern Lights Minus The Aurora



I have mentioned Borealis before in The Ville's very first post. Their sound, as is with most hardcore bands, is a bit stunning at fist. Propelled by vocalist James Austin as he screams his progressive hardcore lyrics through heavy distortion and piercing snare beats.


If you enjoy bands like At The Drive-in, The Mars Volta or even more mainstream groups like Story of the Year, then Borealis are worth some serious attention. Their self-titled debut album was recently released on Sept. 19.




There will be a number of opportunities in the near future to see Borealis play. This Saturday, Oct. 28, they will be playing in Ocala, Fla. at K&K Rehearsal Studios and Concert Hall. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets cost $7.


Their next show in Gainesville will be at 1982 on Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. It is the excitedly titled "Hip-Hop/Hardcore Showdown" with local hardcore favorites Battle! with appearances by Voice of the People and Dedalus. Tickets cost $7.

From The Leftovers to Your Table


Today's band, Giuseppe, evolved out of their high school band, The Leftovers. It's still the same four guys: Charles Rye, Daniel Schmidt, Robbie Carroll and Mitch Soule, but as they grew older and graduated their sound grew up with them.

Their sound is similar to a cross between Operation Ivy's guitar riffs and Bono of U2's vocals.
Giuseppe is playing tonight, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m. at 1982. The cost is $5, or $6 for fans under the age of 21.

They will also be playing The Fest V (see below) on Oct. 28 at Bar One at 8 p.m.

Undoubtedly Rockin' Out



Adam's Out is an awesome University of Florida student band. They're a group of very personable and fun-loving guys. I first met them at the UF chapter of the Music and Entertainment Industry Student Association



Their sound is a fusion of funk, rock, punk, synth and pop lyrics. Listening to their song "Tequila Mockingbird" is very reminiscent of Phish and other jam bands with much more of a rock/pop twist.

They played on Friday, Oct. 14 at 1982 Venue with The Hint, Ted, Anderson Explains and Man Down.

Their next show is at Abbey Road on Nov. 7 with Badfish: The Sublime Tribute. Tickets are available through Glory Days Booking

A Necessary Interruption


The Fest is very nearly upon Gainesville, Fla. for the fifth year in a row. It is a three-day festival featuring punk rock, bluegrass and various other underground artists and genres. Opening on Friday, Oct. 27, advanced tickets cost $40 and get you in the door to great shows all weekend long. Day-of tickets will be $50.


The Fest is presented by No Idea Records, Pabst Blue Ribbon beer and 100.5 The Buzz. Last year supporters were thrilled about the 111 bands that had been recruited to play. This year, the number has grown to over 170.


The Fest is undoubtedly an incredibly fun event, and furthermore it provides a lot of attention and opportunity for many local bands. This is not to say that only local bands are playing, but they are a critical element. Don't let yourself not be in the know, and show your support for Gainesville artists by coming out for all three days.

Another Band's explanation...



Anderson Explains features soft young voices tapping out syllabically-accentuated lyrics over melodious acoustic guitar and piano. As their songs build, they are unafraid to venture into cymbal-heavy percussion and grainy electric guitar. They have a sound similar to old Dashboard Confessional with a more contemporary feeling similar to Jet as in "Look What You've Done" and Story of the Year with "Anthem of Our Dying Day."

They released new songs in August from their 2006 E.P. on their myspace page. They can be seen live at the venue 1982 on University Avenue in Gainesville on Saturday, Oct. 14th at 7 p.m. They will be playing with local favorite Adam's Out.


There are several short videos of Anderson Explains accessible on YouTube. The video above is provided courtesy of Anderson Explains.

The Untimely Death Of...


Every once in a while a band comes along to which everyone seems to do a double-take. The Untimely Death Of... are one local band that seems destined for success, but that's not how it seems if you hear them tell it.


"We're not out there to get famous, we're not chasing labels, we just want to make music," said bassist Jeff Margaritondo. "Although we do get hilarious spam from independent labels and other crazy groups on myspace."


They play shows nearly every week, however they will not be playing until Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Civic Media Center.


On Nov. 11 they will be releasing their new CD at their 8 p.m. show at Midtown.


They are active members of the community, performing for benefits and assisting University of Florida researchers.


There is a podcast from August 2005 that has been mirrored on a number of sites. When I mentioned the podcast to the band they all seemed equally surprised. Apparently the originator of the podcast never asked their permission.