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  • Blogs

    April 22, 2012

    Cochella on 420: Meet the Most Stoned Festivalgoers

    See also: *The Best of Coachella: Friday, April 20 *Our Complete Coachella Coverage Friday was 4/20. It was also Coachella. And so, the percentage of festival-goers who were stoned rose from a paltry 75 percent to a full 98 percent. (These estimates come courtesy of LA Weekly music editor Ben West ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 18, 2012

    The Best of SXSW Music: Saturday 3/17/2012

    So, we come to it: the end of all things. Four days of madness, Doritos, Skrillex and finally, St. Patrick's Day. Before we bid SXSW 2012 farewell, allow us to share our favorite moments from SXSW day four. Later, we'll let you know which shows weren't so hot. Find our favorites below, and if there ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 12, 2011

    R.I.P. Rapper Special One, of Oakland Duo Conscious Daughters

    Special One (left) and CMJ​Special One, a rapper in the East Oakland hip-hop duo the Conscious Daughters, passed away on Saturday. Initial reports say the woman born Karryl Smith was found dead at her apartment by her rhyming partner CMJ (Carla Green); according to Green, the cause of Smith's ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 14, 2011

    Live Review: Mary J. Blige Recreates Her 'My Life' Album (and Previews 'My Life II') at Fox Theater

    Tony Ng​Mary J. Blige Nov. 11, 2011 Fox Theater, Oakland Better than: Playing the My Life recording through a haze of tears. The trend of artists presenting whole albums in the live setting continues to proliferate, and the format can have its limitations. But Mary J. Blige's 1994 sophomore ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 7, 2011

    Live Review: Das Racist, Danny Brown and Trackademicks Play Ruby Skye, with Not a Little Irony

    Das Racist at Ruby Skye on Friday.​ Das Racist Danny Brown Trackademicks Boots Riley Nov. 4, 2011 Ruby Skye Better than: A typical night at Ruby Skye. Don't blame Das Racist. The words "Ruby Skye" didn't bode well for a successful hip hop show at a club known for pedaling desensitized four- ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 26, 2011

    In Defense of the Game -- Our Last Honest Gangsta Rapper

    The Game performs at Regency Ballroom this week.​ Lately, The Game, who performs at the Regency Ballroom on Thursday (Oct. 27), has been psychoanalyzed as some sort of rapping mentalist. Armchair critics are quick to characterize him as an artist constantly putting out desperate cries for atte ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 20, 2011

    Odd Future's San Francisco Show Postponed After Tyler Breaks His Foot

    .bbpBox82647114571726848 {background:url(http://a3.twimg.com/profile_background_images/159183467/unicorn_jumping_fire.jpg) #C0DEED;padding:20px;} p.bbpTweet{background:#fff;padding:10px 12px 10px 12px;margin:0;min-height:48px;color:#000;font-size:18px !important;line-height:22px;-moz-border-radius: ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 9, 2011

    Six Extremely Weird Cover Songs, Featuring Bill Shatner, Dolly Parton, and ... Pat Boone?

    Between Miley Cyrus covering Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and now Ben Folds covering "Sleazy" by (our guilty pleasure du jour) Ke$ha, we felt it was only appropriate this week, that we compile some other unexpected covers. Here are six of the weirdest we can think of. 6. Sonic Youth do ... More >>

  • Music

    April 20, 2011

    Del the Funky Homosapien Recalls the Past, Skips Nostalgia

    Between Miley Cyrus covering Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and now Ben Folds covering "Sleazy" by (our guilty pleasure du jour) Ke$ha, we felt it was only appropriate this week, that we compile some other unexpected covers. Here are six of the weirdest we can think of. 6. Sonic Youth do ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 20, 2011

    In Print: the Subversive Beauty of tUnE-yArDs, Del the Funky Homosapien's Trip to Hip-Hop's Past, and More

    Merrill Garbus of tUnE-yArDs​ From SF Weekly's latest print music section: On tUnE-yArDs: Welcome to the edge of experimental pop in 2011. Garbus has just seen the release of tUne-yArDs' second album, w h o k i l l, which seems all but certain to accelerate her rise from DIY curiosity into one o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 14, 2011

    The 2011 Grammys, A Timeline: Lady Gaga's Boob Armor, Who Is Lady Antebellum, and What the Hell is Cee-Lo Wearing?

    In which we sit through three and a half hours of Grammys twaddle, so you don't have to: 8:01 p.m.: Show opens with an Aretha Franklin montage. Okay... 8:03 p.m.: Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Hudson, Florence Welch, Yolanda Adams, and Martina McBride perform "Natural Woman" together, then take i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 31, 2011

    R.I.P. John Barry: Appreciating the Composer's Widespread Legacy

    Good evening, Mr. Bond​British composer John Barry has died at age 77 of a heart attack, leaving behind three ex-wives and a widow, four Grammys, a few Oscars, an Order of the British Empire, and -- most importantly -- a wealth of lush, evocative film scores. You'd surely recognize his work from t ... More >>

  • Music

    August 25, 2010

    Freddie Gibbs shows gangsta rap's limitations

    Good evening, Mr. Bond​British composer John Barry has died at age 77 of a heart attack, leaving behind three ex-wives and a widow, four Grammys, a few Oscars, an Order of the British Empire, and -- most importantly -- a wealth of lush, evocative film scores. You'd surely recognize his work from t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 20, 2010

    Weekend Party Preview: Dirty Birds and Bassment Booty

    Claude VonStroke with some bird.​People need to stop taking themselves so seriously when it comes to partying. Honestly, little is less fun than watching some straight-faced DJ and stoic club patron have a staring contest while your new favorite song blasts over the sound system. Music is great an ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 22, 2010

    Exclusive: '90s R&B Mini-Mix by Debaser's Jamie Jams

    Chris BrennanJamie Jams​One thing I've always greatly respected about Jamie Jams and the other fellas that run the 'SF Weekly Best of 2010' Debaser club is their unending wealth of knowledge about the music they love. Obviously, they know their way around '90s alt-rock hits, but it's a pleasant su ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 15, 2010

    Why The Critics Are Wrong: Rap Albums You Probably Don't Know But Should, Part II

    ​Since many recent Next Big Things in rap have proven disappointing -- see Wale, Asher Roth and B.o.B. -- it might be time to consider the possibility that hip-hop tastemakers don't know what to look for in the first place. Here's an alternative to the critical consensus on rap. Yesterday, we ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 20, 2010

    Last Night: Frightened Rabbit at the Fillmore

    ​Frightened Rabbit Wednesday, May 19, 2010 The Fillmore Better Than: Snoop Dog, Dr. Dre, and Lil Wayne. In a recent blog entry, Scott Hutchinson of Frightened Rabbit lamented his own "certain brand of self-deprecation," and joked that becoming a professional rapper would allow him to exp ... More >>

  • Music

    March 10, 2010

    SXSW 2010 Showgoers' Guide to Bay Area Acts

    ​Frightened Rabbit Wednesday, May 19, 2010 The Fillmore Better Than: Snoop Dog, Dr. Dre, and Lil Wayne. In a recent blog entry, Scott Hutchinson of Frightened Rabbit lamented his own "certain brand of self-deprecation," and joked that becoming a professional rapper would allow him to exp ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 28, 2010

    What To Do? Thursday's Pick: Left Fest w/ Souls of Mischief

    Souls of Mischief​Left Fest w/ Souls of Mischief @ MezzanineOakland rap quartet Souls of Mischief is most fondly remembered for a 1993 hit. Prince Paul is a legendary oddball production Svengali from Long Island who also goes by the aliases Chest Rockwell and Filthy Pablo. The idea of holing them ... More >>

  • Music

    January 27, 2010

    Souls of Mischief embrace the Prince Paul regime

    Souls of Mischief​Left Fest w/ Souls of Mischief @ MezzanineOakland rap quartet Souls of Mischief is most fondly remembered for a 1993 hit. Prince Paul is a legendary oddball production Svengali from Long Island who also goes by the aliases Chest Rockwell and Filthy Pablo. The idea of holing them ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 22, 2009

    Q&A with Blind Pilot's, Israel Nebeker

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    September 23, 2009

    Hammer, from the waist down

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    September 10, 2008

    Azeem: Cartoon networker

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    June 4, 2008

    Santogold: pop's new Gwen Stefani

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 26, 2007

    Best Albums of 2007 — SF Weekly's David Downs

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    September 12, 2007

    MC Lyte brings the club bangers

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    August 8, 2007

    Subtle: hip-hop collagists of the artiest caliber

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 26, 2007

    Get Blunted With Snoop Dogg's Boy in SF Tonight

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    July 25, 2007

    French robots rule! Daft Punk takes the lead at the summer's biggest dance party

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    November 1, 2006

    Prismatic melody munching with Kevin Blechdom

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Music

    June 7, 2006

    UK hip hop passes the mic

    Joseph SchellIsrael Nebeker of Blind Pilot.​Israel Nebeker is the lead singer and guitarist for Portland's own, Blind Pilot, whose debut album, 3 Rounds and a Sound, has quickly launched the band into indie folk pop stardom. SF Weekly sat down with Nebeker yesterday to chat about the benefits and ... More >>

  • Listen Up

    March 15, 2006

    My Name Is Earl

    E-40 blows up, and takes the rest of the Bay Area with him

  • Music

    November 23, 2005

    John Cale

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  • Summer Guide

    June 29, 2005

    Bang Thy Head Carefully

    A survival guide for the summer's more vigorous music festivals

  • Music

    August 11, 2004

    Wall Street Playaz

    JT the Bigga Figga has turned years of street hustlin' experience into one of the most inspiring new local hip hop labels

  • Music

    June 2, 2004

    BeatBox

    JT the Bigga Figga has turned years of street hustlin' experience into one of the most inspiring new local hip hop labels

  • Music

    September 3, 2003

    Planet Rock

    Break out the dance pants and hide your jewelry: You're about to meet the Crack Emcee

  • Music

    June 11, 2003

    Freddie Foxxx/Bumpy Knuckles

    Konexion

  • Music

    October 23, 2002

    Make Sure There Aren't Any Squares at My Funeral

    Punk hero Matty Luv passes on

  • Music

    April 24, 2002

    Blackalicious

    Blazing Arrow (MCA)

  • Film

    October 3, 2001

    Bad Cop, Bad Cop

    Protected by a badge, Denzel (finally!) swaggers through L.A.'s mean streets

  • Music

    January 12, 2000

    Wu-Tang Forever?

    U-God comments on the state of the Wu nation after a tumultuous year for its members

  • Music

    June 17, 1998

    Sound Ideas

    Mitchell Froom provided the sonic boom behind some of the '90s' best records

  • Music

    June 4, 1997

    Racket

    Mitchell Froom provided the sonic boom behind some of the '90s' best records

  • Music

    December 4, 1996

    Recordings

    Mitchell Froom provided the sonic boom behind some of the '90s' best records

  • Music

    April 17, 1996

    Recordings

    Mitchell Froom provided the sonic boom behind some of the '90s' best records

  • Music

    April 10, 1996

    Recordings

    Mitchell Froom provided the sonic boom behind some of the '90s' best records

  • Music

    March 13, 1996

    Recordings

    Mitchell Froom provided the sonic boom behind some of the '90s' best records

  • Music

    November 15, 1995

    Recordings

    Mitchell Froom provided the sonic boom behind some of the '90s' best records

  • Music

    March 22, 1995

    Barbarian at the Gate

    Heavy-metal titan Glenn Danzig inaugurates his own comic book line with Verotik Publishing

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