Andrew Bird Remains Serious About Making Great Music

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By Phoenixx Staff
The brilliantly musical Andrew Bird has released a new studio album, “Are You Serious“, and embarked on a nationwide tour. From the very first notes of the introduction song, break up nod, “Capsized”, Andrew Bird lays the groundwork feel for a more rock-vibed album than his most recent previous ventures. Complete with bass, guitar, and…

Talented Bands Bring Nirvana Love To Ypsilanti

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By Phoenixx Staff
The 7th Annual Nirvana Tribute Show made its yearly stop on April 8th at Smarty Catz Ypsilanti. With a value cover of $5, the busy and intimate venue treated fans to a full night of grunge. Bands included Fucking Swords and Fire Will Kill You, Snapcat, Mr. Purps and the Absinthe Minded, Bueno No Bueno,…

Mr. Purps and the Absinthe Minded Rock Hard in Ypsilanti

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By Phoenixx Staff
Detroit favorites, Mr. Purps and the Absinthe Minded rocked the Maidstone Theatre in Ypsilanti on a snowy Saturday April 2nd. Lead singer, Charles Stephen Arnest brought raw vocals and endless guitar talent, over the band’s heavy, throwback-feel rhythm. The trio recently released a new album, and are due to appear at a grunge-filled annual Nirvana…

Endearing Vance Joy Lights Up The Fillmore

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By Phoenixx Staff
Vance Joy made a wonderful stop in Detroit on his Fire and the Flood tour Tuesday March 22nd, 2016. Opening the show at the Fillmore was UK solo act, Jamie Lawson. Jamie kept it simple with just a mic, guitar, and album cover backdrop with his name inscribed. With heartfelt jams and a mellow style, he…

Daughter Far From Disappear At Calvin College

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By Phoenixx Staff
UK trio, Daughter made a wonderful stop at Grand Rapids’ Calvin College Wedmesday March 9th. Daughter is currently touring to promote their latest album, “Not To Disappear”, which hit stores and airwaves in January. Daughter put out a series of EPs starting in 2011 (a couple with childhood photos of lead singer, Elena Tonra on…