It is with a heavy heart we say goodbye to legendary singer, songwriter and actor David Bowie. He has lost his life after a long battle with cancer at the age of 69. The news announced on the artists Facebook page late Sunday night, January 10, 2016, two days after the stars birthday. “David Bowie died … Continue reading
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Listen: I Think You Got It.
Kicking off the New Year right with a new song from The Lower 48. Keep up with the band here. Album coming soon. Enjoy! Continue reading
CALL FOR ART: Life On Mars.
This is a call to artists for a show inspired by David Bowie. Life On Mars was released on 1971 on Bowie’s album Hunky Dory. Each artist will be assigned a line from the song Life On Mars. Lyrics received will be picked randomly from a hat. You may interpret the lyric received anyway you … Continue reading
The List: Ground Chuck.
The Sacramento punk scene is full of familiar faces however none are as recognizable as Charles Adrian Thomas, more popularly known as Ground Chuck. Chuck has been a staple in the music scene since joining his first band, Outcasts of Society, in the mid 80s. His enthusiasm at shows, his chalk artwork found throughout the sidewalks … Continue reading
GO: Would Be Train Robbers.
Would Be Train Robbers is a bluesy throwback rock band sounding like they stepped right out of the 70s. They are releasing their debut self-titled album tonight, December 11, at Old Ironsides. Show starts at 9. WBTR are opening so don’t be late! We’ll see you there! Continue reading
TUBE. Presents: The Market.
The Market. will celebrate local artists, crafters and makers. Come hang out with us, do a little shopping and check out some music. Saturday, December 5th from 11:00-3:00 at the California Auto Museum. Locally made goods, artwork and other crafty bits will all be available for purchase. Music starts at 11:00 Complimentary Beer and Wine. … Continue reading
Go: Danny Secretion’s LAME ASS Birthday Bash.
Each year Sacramento musician, Danny Secretion, celebrates his birthday in true rock star style by throwing one hell of a party. The birthday bash, an annual series of (music) shows known as FUCK CANCER, comes around in early November. The bash brings the local music community together over a four night period to celebrate life, … Continue reading
Five To Watch: The Spooky and the Sublime
This month’s edition of Five To Watch brings you on a tour of the spooky, the lightly airy, the quirky, and the sublime. Put on your walking shoes and let’s go! Maldición– As Día de los Muertos approaches, there is no better time to follow Maldición on Instagram. Explore the intricate vibrancy the Sac-based apparel brand … Continue reading
See: Honeymoon.
We are sure you know how much we adore Andrew Hooper. Here is his latest short film titled Honeymoon. Honeymoon is a dark beauty full of gorgeous scenes, thoughtful angles, and a heartbreaking core. To learn more about Andrew Hooper visit him on Facebook. Continue reading
Five to Watch: Strange Worlds and Small Bones
This month’s edition of Five to Watch will take you on a roller coaster ride through the strange worlds of miniaturist artists, bone jewelers, non-gentrifying muralists, and surrealist creators. Fasten your seatbelt and let’s go! Sabine Timm– Timm is the best kind of scavenger. Her work is primarily done with collected and found items. The photographer and … Continue reading
Watch: 234 East 14th Street.
Adam Jones is a Sacramento filmmaker and editor. His latest production 234 East 14th Street is an artistic documentary of his move from New York to San Francisco. The film includes bits of his troubled past along with 8mm footage flashbacks, artistic angles and a whole lot of truth. It is raw and honest and quite … Continue reading
Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!
Congratulations Mike Morales and Melissa Babcock! You two won our TBD booth art raffle! Mike, you are now the proud owner of an original Mark Fox. Melissa, you now own a Nick Taylor. Yay! We will be in touch so you can claim your pieces. Love, TUBE. Continue reading
The List. September 17-26.
Welcome to The List. a gathering of our favorite happenings that are happening each week in Sacramento CA. Check out the where to go, what to do and who to see guide for the week of September 17-26 below. Woolen Men, Landlines, Blhans. We are in love with Landlines. Check them out live along with … Continue reading
The 2015 Jack Kerouac Poetry Contest.
The Jack Kerouac Poetry Contest is hosted each year by the John Natsoulas Gallery in Davis, CA. Prizes will be awarded to poems that honor and emulate the spirit of the Beat Generation. Contestants will have a chance at winning cold hard cash as well as an invitation to attend and read at the Jazz … Continue reading
Watch: Joey Cape bring Stitch Puppy to life.
Joey Cape is no stranger to the music scene; frontman of Lagwagon, Bad Astronaut and guitarist of Me First and the Gimmie Gimmies, the man has been a staple since 1989. The sound his new solo album, Stitch Puppy, seems like a department from his past ventures however it is not. Joey has been releasing folk music … Continue reading
The List. August 28-September 5.
Welcome to The List. a gathering of our favorite happenings that are happening each week in Sacramento CA. Check out the where to go, what to do and who to see guide for the week of August 28-September 5 below. 1. Menagerie has a dreamy little line up of artists showing at Outlet Coworking on … Continue reading
Listen: Day Wave.
Jackson Phillips, of Carousel, has a new indie-pop solo project called Day Wave. He is self-releasing the EP Headcase today; July 17th with a tour to follow. Catch all the low-fi goodness live at the Phoenix Hotel (San Francisco) on August 4th. If you are unable to catch that show you will have another chance at The Independent on September 21st where Day Wave will … Continue reading
Go See: Dog Party, La Lenguas and Sneeze Attack!!
Pleasant Screams and Punch and Pie Productions put a great little show together at the Press Club (Sacramento) tonight. Dog Party, La Lenguas and Sneeze Attack!! Doors are at 8PM, show is $5 bucks and is 21 and up. Check out La Lenguas now and then come see them live with us tonight. Press Club is located at 2030 … Continue reading
The Fox and Goose is turning 40!
The Fox and Goose is turning 40 and they are throwing a Par-tay that shouldn’t be missed! The celebration begins at 4:00 PM on June 18th and is absolutely free. Music starts at 4 and continues until 11:30 PM. The line up includes Steve McLane (4-5PM), The Mike Justis Band (6-7PM), Blue Moon Boys (7:30-8:30PM), and Be … Continue reading
Ghostplay.
Sacramento indie rock band Ghostplay is Jason Hess (vocal/guitar/keys), Leticia Garcia (guitar) and Mando Gonzales (drums). They are not new to the scene by any means. Not only does the band have a ton of shows under their belt, they have been nominated for the SAMMIES (a Sacramento spin on the GRAMMYs) multiple times. It is easy … Continue reading