Sebastien Grainger Coming to the 400 Bar, April 12
Punk sensibility is a confusing idea until one listens to Sebastien Grainger, a native of Ontario, CA. I remember having a conversation awhile back with an old punk rocker turned folk artist, who said that punk is not a kind of music, it’s a mentality. An attitude towards life and how one approaches its understanding. I think Grainger’s attitude is punk, with a myspace quote that very casually reads “Fuck Rock,” along with other assorted gems. But the music is something more refined, encapsulating the punk aesthetic while maintaining a pop sensibility that feels familiar, and dare I say, inviting. Is this combination “punk sensibility”?
Eh, who cares. Fuck “punk sensibility.” Just go to the show.
posted March 30th, 2009 at 12:14 pm Concert Announcements
Wow! They could not have picked a more appropriate venue to showcase their sound in the lovely city of Minneapolis! Here is my recommendation…when Camera Obscura comes to the Cedar, grab a group of wine loving friends, sit them down with a nice red and enjoy the smooth sound of Camera Obscura. These guys (and gals) have been making good pop music for nearly a decade, yet they have managed to omit the drama we have all gotten use to from the tabloids. There’s something to be said for that kind of staying power in a pop-world where band member run to a solo career at the first sniff of recognition. For those of you that cringe at the idea of “good pop music” , let me present the criteria which I use to make such a judgment call. First off, the songs must induce the involuntary head bobble to its beat. Next, a few good lines in the chorus that imprint in my brain and find their way to my voice and out again. Finally, the lyrics- while at times may teeter on the lines of sugary sweetness- may never trigger my gag reflex. Simple formula…I think. 
French death metal fans rejoice, Gojira is coming to Minnesota. My first delve into the band was just moments ago when I kicked back and watched a few of their videos on their myspace page. Terrific cinematography, really, and I thought I might post one here for your viewing pleasure as well. Unfortunately, the one I really liked briefly featured a set of boobies half-way through. That’s not the kind of pleasure we deal in here. <g> Gojira will be joined by The Chariot and Car Bomb on May 11. Bring your earplugs and neck braces, because at these shows, they’re more effective than seat belts and air bags in cars.
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