MINEE(MINY)MOTORCITYFEST

Newest homemade flyer. took me awhile. First idea failed miserably. Hope you enjoy this one. If you aren't going to Ween, Negative Approach or if you're just having a boring night. Go to this!

official caid site: www.thecaid.org/

Negative Approach

Here is my first ever flier made for the blog and elsewhere. Elsewhere means you can print this out and feel super good. Hell promote it and I'll feel even better. While I won't be attending this I thought it necessary to make the flier and spread the joy about this band. Negative approach isn't just any hardcore punk band. They went on to inspire and influence many inside and outside of the punk scene.

Here's a short blurb about them as a whole:

Negative Approach is an AMERICAN HARDCORE PUNK band, formed in Detroit, MI in 1981. The band is considered among of the pioneers of hardcore punk, particularly in the Midwest region. Like most hardcore bands, Negative Approach was little known in its day outside of its hometown. It is now idolized in the DETROIT ROCK UNDERGROUND AND THE PUNK SUBCULTURE, considered to be one of the elite bands of the "old school" era, and continues to be influential. Negative Approach initially broke up in 1983 with singer John Brannon moving onto Laughing Hyenas, and later Easy Action, but the band has reformed as of 2006 and continues to tour sporadically.

NOIZECAMP!!!

Time	Today at 8PM TO 1AM
Location	CAID 5141 Rosa Parks Blvd Detroit MI 48208

NOISE CAMP!!!
GAMES
CRAFTS
CAMPFIRES
NOISE
...GHOST STORIES
SONGS
INJURIES
NURSES
SKUNKS
NOISE
BUSHES
BADGES
HOLLOW LOGS
ETC...

CAMP:
9:00 Kids Crafts
10:00 Camp Haircuts
10:30 Potato Sack Race
11:00 Penguin Toss
11:30 Drinking Muddy Water from a Hollow Log Contest

LIVE NOISE ACTS:
ANDREW COLTRANE 9:45pm
HEATHENS GOLD 10:15pm
ABRA DRUM ABRA 10:45pm
BAD PARTY 11:15pm
WARN DEFEVER camp fire sing along 11:45pm
PRINCESS DRAGONMOM midnite
MOON POOL & DEAD BAND 12:20 am

8PM-1AM
IT'S FREE!!!

TALK ABOUT DETROIT FESTIVALS

What the Hell's the Land of NOD Experiment????

by Sara Aldridge

'Tis the season for summer festivals. From Movement and Coachella to Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza, music lovers travel from coast to coast to watch a roster of artists from electronic and folk to rock and rap. This year, Metro Detroiters don't have to travel far to get a glimpse of some of the music world's most talented national and local acts. The Land of Nod Experiment will stake its claim in Jackson from July 23-25 and bring one of the most eclectic lineups in Michigan's summer festival history.

What started as an attraction within the VOODOO Music Experience in New Orleans from 2000-2008, Land of Nod has since broken away to expand as a solo event. "We decided to bring it to Jackson in 2007 and hosted successful preview events on the site in 2008 and 2009," says Dan Sheridan, one of the event coordinators. "This year will be the first full scale weekend camping event of our own."

Sheridan [above left] and Jason Reed [above right, with Andrea Bacon, a production coordinator] have been working around the clock for two years to bring this event to Michigan. With 32 years of combined experience in event production, Reed and Sheridan are gathering an assemblage of creative minds to exhibit an amazing display of art, music and creative expression. "Be prepared this year to have fun, shake your butt, gain new friends and experiences," says Sheridan.

Sheridan says that the mission of the grassroots music and arts festival is "to provide a platform for underground art to be exposed to people who might not otherwise experience it, and to showcase the pioneers [of] various musical genres." And with such a unique list of musical acts and displays of creativity, it seems hard for them not to succeed.

Admittedly, when you think of Jackson, the first thing that probably crosses your mind is not an all-inclusive art, music and camping festival. Racetracks, Republicans and jails would be more likely references. So why would such a unique event pick Jackson for a home? "After touring the site 12 years ago, it was decided that a festival-style gathering must take place there someday. Jackson is a very beautiful area and centrally located in the Midwest. The camping area where weekend festival-goers are encouraged to spend their time is shrouded in maple trees, giving the area a fairytale, dreamlike feel," says Sheridan. "Land of Nod is a magical place you go in your dreams where anything you imagine can and will come true."

So, why should you venture to Jackson? "Land of Nod is a smaller scale event, based around more of an intimate experience than most festivals. Most of the artists and bands involved will be onsite all weekend to hang with the people and take in the entire experience," says Reed. In addition, national acts like Tokyo Police Club, Eagles of Death Metal, Dr. Octagon and Of Montreal will be taking to the stage.

There will be a number of local musicians like Silverghost, Prussia and Audra Kubat also bringing their talent to Nod. Aside from the killer lineup of bands, the event boasts a lengthy list of creative happenings. "There will be theatrical performances, buskers, spoken word, aerialists, parades, live art creation and community involvement," says Reed. Creative art troupes from all around the map — including Detroit's Motor City Vaudeville Review, New Orleans' Tap Water Mind Control and Sacramento's fire troupe, Sirena Serpetina — will also grace the stages. So pack up the van, grab your pals and journey to the Land of Nod. | - Real Detroit Weekly

visit:

http://www.landofnodexperiment.com/

for more info!

Demolition Dollrods-GIRLSTHATROCK

The Demolition Doll Rods was a three-piece GLAM GARAGE band from DETROIT, MI. The band, known for wild stage attire, released its first record in 1994. The line up included DAN KROHA aka Danny Doll Rod (formerly of THE GORIES) on guitar, vocals, and harmonies, Margaret Doll Rod on guitar and lead vocals, and songwriting, Christine Doll Rod, also known as 'The Thump'/Thumper/Thumpurr on drums. In March 2006 Christine went on "maternity leave" and was replaced by Tia "Baby T" Dollrod.


Here is their music video for a sweet little number titled, "GET IT ON"

Fucking Awesome Fest II

For tickets go to: Or visit The Magic Stick/Garden Bowl in person
TICKETS

^^^ticketmaster^^^^
Aug 19-22 // 50 Bands // Magic Stick + Majestic Cafe & Everywhere in between


THU AUG 19 (LAUNCH PARTY)

12:15 AM THE SILENT YEARS (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
12:00 AM PRUSSIA (Majestic Cafe)
11:45 PM THE FRUSTRATIONS (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
11:15 PM SILVERGHOST (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
11:00 PM LETTERCAMP (Majestic Cafe)
10:45 PM KOMMIE KILPATRICK (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
10:15 PM MARCO POLIO AND THE NEW VACCINES (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
10:00 PM SISTERS OF YOUR SUNSHINE VAPOR (Majestic Cafe)
09:45 PM SATIN PEACHES (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
09:15 PM JESSICA HERNANDEZ (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
09:00 PM OLD EMPIRE (Majestic Cafe)
08:45 PM THE DRAGS (Magic Stick / Side Stage)

FRI AUG 20

01:00 AM THE PONYS (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
12:30 AM THE HIGH STRUNG (Majestic Cafe)
12:00 AM SCREAMING FEMALES (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
11:30 PM OUTRAGEOUS CHERRY (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
11:15 PM NOMAN (Majestic Cafe)
11:00 PM CHILD BITE (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
10:30 PM FAWN (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
10:15 PM BARS OF GOLD (Majestic Cafe)
10:00 PM ZOOS OF BERLIN (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
09:30 PM THE DISPLAYS (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
09:15 PM DARLING IMPERIAL (Majestic Cafe)
09:00 PM KICKSTAND BAND (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
08:30 PM CITIZEN SMILE (Magic Stick / Side Stage)

SAT AUG 21

01:00 AM THE GREENHORNES (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
01:00 AM THE HOOD INTERNET (Majestic Cafe)
12:15 AM THE SIGHTS (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
12:00 AM JUICEBOXXX (Majestic Cafe)
11:45 PM MILLIONS OF BRAZILIANS (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
11:15 PM TERRIBLE TWOS (Majestic Cafe)
11:00 PM CONSPIRACY OF OWLS (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
10:30 PM FRIENDLY FOES (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
10:15 PM SLUFTER (Majestic Cafe)
10:00 PM THE HOUNDS BELOW (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
09:30 PM SOLITARY STATES (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
09:30 PM MOBIL / CRAND DAD CRUNK (Majestic Cafe)
09:00 PM DEADBEAT BEAT (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
08:30 PM ILLY MACK (Magic Stick / Side Stage)

SUN AUG 22

12:15 AM DETROIT COBRAS (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
11:45 PM MACRAME TIGER (Majestic Cafe)
11:30 PM GARDENS (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
10:45 PM AUTOLUX (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
10:30 PM 800 BELOVED (Majestic Cafe)
10:15 PM DARK CITY (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
09:30 PM THIS WILL DESTROY YOU (Magic Stick / Main Stage)
09:00 PM ABNER TRIO (Magic Stick / Side Stage)
08:45 PM FUR (Majestic Cafe)
08:30 PM SNAKEWING (Magic Stick / Main Stage)

$15 single day / $30 four-day pass (limited amount available)

THE VASELINES

The Vaselines will be playing Detroit's lovely Magic Stick on October 29th. This tour is going to be in support of their second album release in 20 years. Yesterday, their website thevaselines.co.uk went live with the news that the second album ‘Sex With An X’ will be released by Sub Pop in September.

Here are the Tour dates!

Sat Oct 02, Washington, DC 9:30 Club w/ Teenage Fanclub
Sun Oct 03, Philadelphia, PA, First Unitarian Church Basement
Tue Oct 05, Boston, MA, Paradise Rock Club
Wed Oct 06, New York, NY, Webster Hall
Fri Oct 08, Mexico City, MX Vive Cuervo Salón w/ Belle and Sebastian
Sat Oct 09, Guadalajara, MX, Teatro Estudio Cavaret
Mon Oct 11, Carrboro, NC, Cat’s Cradle
Tue Oct 12, Atlanta, GA, The Earl
Wed Oct 13, New Orleans, LA, One-Eyed Jacks
Thu Oct 14, Houston, TX, Warehouse Live Studio
Fri Oct 15, Dallas, TX, The LOFT at the Palladium
Sat Oct 16, Austin, TX, Emo’s Outside
Tue Oct 19, Los Angeles, CA, The Music Box at Fonda w/ Superchunk and Telekinesis
Wed Oct 20, San Francisco, CA, Great American Music Hall w/ Dum Dum Girls
Sat Oct 23, Vancouver, BC, Biltmore Cabaret w/ Dum Dum Girls
Sun Oct 24, Portland, OR, Wonder Ballroom w/ Dum Dum Girls
Wed Oct 27, Minneapolis, MN, Varsity Theater w/ Dum Dum Girls
Thu Oct 28, Chicago, IL, Lincoln Hall
Fri Oct 29, Detroit, MI, Magic Stick w/ Dum Dum Girls
Sat Oct 30, Toronto, ON, Horseshoe Tavern
Sun Oct 31, Montréal, QC, La Sala Rossa

The new Vaselines album, Sex with an X, was recorded outside Manchester at the Analogue Catalogue studio in Mossley with Julie McLarnon engineering and produced by Jamie Watson (who also produced that first album Dum Dum). The Vaselines ca. 2010 is Eugene and Frances with guest musicians Stevie Jackson and Bob Kildea from Belle & Sebastian on guitar and bass, and Michael McGaughrin from the 1990s on drums. It may have taken The Vaselines 20 years to get round to making this baby, but it was worth the wait—bringing their solo careers to a climax. The irony has not been lost. Who says indie music can’t be fun? No hand-wringing on these tracks—just good clean smut with a twist of bitter. The Vaselines will tour the US in October, 2010.

Released: September 14, 2010

CD - $12

LP - $10

TRACKS

1. Ruined
2. Sex with an X
3. The Devil's Inside Me
4. Such a Fool
5. Turning It On
6. Overweight But Over You
7. Poison Pen
8. I Hate the '80s
9. Mouth to Mouth
10. Whitechapel
11. My God's Bigger than Your God
12. Exit The Vaselines

FOR MORE INFO GO TO:

http://www.subpop.com/releases/the_vaselines/full_lengths/sex_with_an_x

Friday the 16th

www.myspace.com/jsbluesexplosion

www.myspace.com/leemarvin

www.myspace.com/duendetroit

The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion (since 2004 known simply as BLUES EXPLOSION) is an American punk blues band, which was formed in New York in 1990.

Lee Marvin Computer Arm will kick your ass in twelve different ways.

DUENDE! "No matter how you cut 'em, this slightly psychedelic, boot-stomp, hip-shake, Pabst slammer band bleeds Detroit. When I think of DUENDE!, I think of a Tarantino soundtrack for a film he hasn't yet made. Dark at times but with a groovy garage savvy." - REAL DETROIT WEEKLY 3/28-4/3/07

International Detroit

I found this pretty interesting and it sort of fit my day as I was just watching kungfu/martial arts films all day. I randomly stumbled upon this band today and they aren't bad. In fact, they remind of a garage rock version of Garbage. More so in a vocal aspect. This band unlike most garage rock bands nowadays doesn't really have a dirty lofi sound. You don't see that 1960s influence right off the bat. It's more high energy. I hear a hint of the Detroit Cobras while listening to them as well. It's garage, it's alternative and it's catchy. Check this band out.

Official website : http://www.darumalabel.com/artists/detroit7.html

Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/detroit7ch

Myspace : http://www.myspace.com/detroit7


Detroit7 is a three-piece garage rock outfit formed in Tokyo, 2001. The band released their first indie EP in 2003, and consists today of vocalist/guitarist Nabana Tomomi, drummer Yamaguchi Miyoko, and Kotajima Nobuaki on bass. While signed to the Toshiba EMI label, they made themselves noticeable when they recorded the album “Great Romantic” in Memphis with John Hampton, who has worked with big-name artists such as The White Stripes and ZZ TOP.

After ending their relationship with Toshiba EMI and doing another indie release, detroit7 was signed onto Victor Entertainment, their first CD release on this label being the full-length album “Black & White”. Meanwhile in the United States, Domo Records’ Daruma Label released the “detroit7” compilation album to coincide with the Japan Nite 2009 tour, which the band participated in.

The band’s name, vocalist/guitarist Nabana Tomomi explains, is quite simply the result of the members’ desire to combine the name of a place with a number.

Members:
Nabana Tomomi (菜花知美) – Vocal, guitar
Yamaguchi Miyoko (山口美代子) – Drums
Kotajima Nobuaki ((古田島伸明) – Bass

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Piss Disco: hails from Lansing and combined elements of Psychedelic & Folk for a great listening experience


Carradine: hails from Ferndale and plays indie pop rocknroll

Fur: hails from Detroit and provides a postpunk sound with squeeling guitars in an almost hauntingly cool manner

The Savage Seven: hails from Ferndale and provides us with savage garage rock sounds

@ PJ LAGER HOUSE
5BUX


CHECK EM OUT!
SEE EM PLAY!

http://www.myspace.com/pissdisco

http://www.myspace.com/thisiscarradine

http://www.myspace.com/furrecordings

http://www.myspace.com/thesavageseven

Upcoming Events

THE SUNDRESSES
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
07/16/10
Majestic Cafe
Free
10:00 P.M.
18+
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JACK OBLIVIAN AND THE TENNESSEE TEARJERKERS
JOHN PAUL KEITH AND THE 145s
07/18/10
Majestic Cafe
$8/10
8:00 P.M.
18+
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Mon. July 19th at 7PM
Crofoot and MOCAD present
Lightning Bolt with Wolf Eyes and Human Eye
Admission: $8 in advance all ages















While only one of these bands is rooted in Detroit, I thought this would be a good post. I enjoy all of these bands and the Sundresses happened to open for the Hentchmen awhile back. Their lyricism is something else.

Wolf Eyes noise sets are known to be pretty legendary. They recently played at the Ann Arbor Vitae with Druid Perfume and Bad Party. It's indescribable.

LA WEEKLY SAID THIS ABOUT LIGHTNING BOLT IN THE ARTICLE: BOYS FOR NOISE

"THERE IS HORRIBLE NOISE, AND THEN there is horrible noise you can legitimately say you enjoy. To understand the distinction, see Lightning Bolt play live."

www.myspace.com/therealwolfeyes

www.myspace.com/officialjackoblivian

www.myspace.com/thesundresses

THE PIZAZZ - GET OUT OF MY HOUSE

I'd like to talk a bit about this band for a bit. Although, I cannot review this record because I have not heard it fully I'd like to let everyone know that there's only 75 copies left at Burger Records. Lets talk about the release for a minute, it was released originally on cassette and Bobby Harlow of the band, " THE GO " recorded it for them. The tape was released in 2009. Only 200 of the vinyl pressing were released. 250 Get out of my house tapes were produced.

here is a link to "Smashin' Transitors" a blog from Port Huron, MI. This blogger speaks about The Pizazz and mostly the tape release.

http://smashintransistors.blogspot.com/2010/06/pizzazz-get-out-of-my-house-cassette.html

^link^

This blogger spoke more in depth about, the " Get out of my house" cassette. I really enjoy the melodies the Pizazz uses in their music. Everyone was waiting back then for Burger to release it on vinyl and here it is! The Band is very excited and I'm excited for them.

(Note: The photo above is the tape release. The LP art features the room photo for more into go to: http://burgerrecords.webs.com/ )

www.myspace.com/thepizazzcare

THE PIZAZZ
2001-present
From Detroit Michigan
Mike : Keys, vocals, guitar
Mike : Bass, vocals
Ted : Guitar, vocals
Jake: Drums