The Bay Abridged: Nov 4 – Nov 10
Photo by Harland Spinks In this recurring feature known as The Bay Abridged, our staff writers will provide short, witty recaps on shows they attended around the Bay Area. A scene check, a heat check, and sometimes more — stop by every Wednesday for the most comprehensive and concise recap of last week's Bay Area concert scene. Jeffertitti's Nile, Down and Outlaws, Everyone Is Dirty for The Gothic Luau II at Rickshaw Stop (SF) Nov. 4 A little different vibe than you typically expect on a Wednesday night in the city — the hosts were handing out lei's [...]
El Vy dazzle a packed house at the Independent
El Vy With his newly-grown long locks and all-white suit ensembles, Matt Berninger seems to be totally embracing his alter ego role as the frontman for El Vy, the new band he’s formed with Brent Knopf of Menomena and Ramona Falls. On Friday night at the Independent, that exuberance was on full display. The band only had a handful of shows under its belt before their gig at the Independent, but, being comprised of longtime music pros, their performance on Friday night was predictably tight. Berninger, who has transformed from an introverted and reluctant lead singer to a charismatic showman, [...]