Rebel Mountain Minutes

...if you're headed out tonight, you've got more options than you can possibly engage. Alas, you have some tough choices to make...


...over at Jimmie's Cornerstone you've got a chocked bill full of Dayton faves: The Northwest Ordinance, Electric Banana, and Mountain Screamer are poised to dish out an excellent show...


...over at Oregon Express, local rockabilly underdogs The Rebel Set host a bill that also includes Drexel, Akillis Green, and the return of one of our favorites, Jordan Hull...

...if you swing by Blind Bob's tonight, you can catch new locals Minutes, along with Gentlemen, and Brandon Hawk...

...well kids, you've got it all laid out for you. Head on out and support whatever sounds like fun tonight...

The Buddha Den NTRO/XPO feat. State School/Hackplant @ Oregon Express 9.10.08

...on a brisk late summer evening, The Buddha Den NTRO/XPO kicked off at The Oregon Express. Despite some early technical setbacks, the Open Mic portion of the evening kicked off and we were treated to three fine acoustic sets. AJ kicked things off with a somber set of love-torn balladry, followed by the underrated Brandon Hawk, who also had an impromptu hand-drummer with him for the first time anywhere. Closing out the open mic segment, Derek Gullett served up a loose, rambling set that veered between the chaotic and sublime...




...in only their second public appearance, State School hit the stage with a swagger that typically only comes from seasoned veterans. Although brimming with confidence, it should be noted that the trio are exceptionally humble and good-humored. Without any aid from amplification (that includes PA reinforcement), State School drew the room right to the cusp of the stage and held them there for the duration of their set. Armed with more ukuleles than we've ever seen, along with various toy pianos and keyboards, the band served up infectious little ditties lined with witty pop-culture references and the aforementioned good-humor. Recalling Moldy Peaches and any slew of K Records bands, we're very excited to welcome State School to the Dayton music scene...




...closing out the evening, we welcomed yet another new band to the scene, Hackplant. With their feet firmly dipping into the classic pool of hard rock tinged with experimental tendencies and alt-rock sensibilities, the young group showed some promise. Although many of their ideas simply seem to lack focus at times, the musicianship is certainly in place. In particular, the guitar work of Josh Deane caught the ear of the audience. Hackplant may be young, but they seem hungry to make their mark in Dayton...




For more photos from the show, go here.

Toads and Mice/Lungs/Endless City/Brandon Hawk-Tonight @ Pearl

...you've got a good one tonight to kick off yr weekend. Over at Pearl, Toads and Mice headline a bill that also includes the post-rock/ambient outfit Lungs, Endless City, and an acoustic set by Brandon Hawk. As if that weren't enough, DJ Jay Madewell will be spinning the best vintage garage, soul, funk, and new wave in between and after the bands. See ya there...

The New American Folk Presents... Tonight @ Acid Fever House

...if yr into real underground shows, check out this one over at Acid Fever House in East Dayton (122 S. Philadelphia St. to be exact...). They've got a slew of acts, including Brandon Hawk and Kyle Sowash (from Columbus). There's a small suggested donation to help the out-of-town bands, so do the right thing if you head over...

...if you're more in the mood for dancing, the Fab Gear DJs will be hosting a free event over at Pearl tonight. As always, expect the finest vintage jams and a number gems they've dug up for you....

Twin Towers Treat Tonight!

Tonight is the grand opening celebration of The Stone Soup Cafe in the Twin Towers neighborhood. To celebrate the occasion, there will be performances by several musicians, including Tod Weidner of Shrug, Brandon Hawk, Mascot, and many others. In addition, several local artists and photographers will be displaying their work throughout the evening. The shindig goes down between 6 PM and midnight. The Stone Soup Cafe is located at 625 Xenia Ave. off of Keowee. Oh, did we mention that it's totally FREE?!?!? Looks as if there isn't a real schedule, so roll on down when you feel it and see what you see....