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(11/15/13 4:06am)
The Virginia Film Festival has a rich tradition of bringing the silver screen’s best to Charlottesville, and this year was no exception with “Philomena” as a shining beacon. What sets “Philomena” apart from its competition is the seemingly bottomless emotional depth of the film, anchored by Judi Dench. Thanks in large part to the expert filmmaking of Stephen Frears, “Philomena” is a must-see, heart-wrenching experience set to debut in theaters everywhere Nov. 27.
(08/22/13 2:22pm)
Start looking under the couch for loose change Wahoos, because fall is here and the Charlottesville concert scene is booming. Whether you’re a casual radio cruiser or a diehard music guru, this fall promises a concert for everybody. Between the Jefferson Theater, the nTelos Wireless Pavilion on the Downtown Mall and the John Paul Jones arena at north Grounds, audiophiles young and old need not go far to hear some of the best bands in the world. From local legends to international juggernauts, Charlottesville’s music calendar is packed with impeccable performers and unending opportunities to get in the groove.
(10/18/12 4:18am)
English rock band Muse is back with its new album The 2nd Law. The record marks the group’s return to the studio after its successful Resistance tour, which passed through Charlottesville in 2010. The 2nd Law is bold and futuristic, experimental and traditional, showcasing the band’s iconic musicality while at the same time testing out new waters. Muse proves on The 2nd Law that it is capable of branching off into new territory while still delivering its characteristic and enjoyable sound.
(10/11/12 4:23am)
Reggae fans, rejoice! The California-based band Rebelution will be making its way through Charlottesville Oct. 17 to promote its newest album Peace of Mind (2012). Known for its fusion of traditional reggae with pop and rock, Rebelution will draw central Virginia’s reggae fans for what will surely be an unforgettable night of music. The Cavalier Daily recently had the opportunity to interview Rebelution’s frontman Eric Rachmany, who is on the road touring.
(09/03/12 3:43am)
A sea of neon tanks, frayed clothing, bandana-clad foreheads and excited faces flooded the path from Grounds to the Downtown Mall Thursday evening. The occasion? Derek Smith, known more commonly by his stage name Pretty Lights, was performing a sold-out show at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion. Following an opening by producer Paul Basic and dubstep DJ 12th Planet, Pretty Lights captivated his audience as he dished out his unique brand of soul-infused electronic beats.
(03/15/12 10:19am)
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(03/02/12 4:24am)
Super Mash Bros. only do one thing - they make mash-ups. But what they do, they do phenomenally. Arguably the best mash-up artist out there (sorry Girl Talk), Super Mash Bros. have churned out consistently stellar mixtapes since 2008, and their newest project, Mile(y) High Club, stands out as their greatest achievement yet. Mixing hundreds of songs into just sixteens tracks, this latest project combines humorous clips and expertly mixed music into a sublime synchronicity of sound.
(02/17/12 2:47am)
Athens, Georgia is known for producing good music. After all, R.E.M., The B-52's, Widespread Panic and other musical greats have all called Athens home at one time or another. Of Montreal, a group which has never been afraid to bend and push the limits of the indie, pop and psychedelic genres, is another of those bands. As the flagship of the Elephant 6, a collective of notable indie bands, Of Montreal has continually pushed the envelope, incorporating unpredictable instrumentals, as well as the unmistakable falsetto voice of lead singer Kevin Barnes. Their newest album, Paralytic Stalks, is no exception. Yet unlike some of the band's earlier albums, this new addition to their discography fell disappointingly short.
(02/02/12 5:50pm)
What can you expect from a Mexican acoustic guitar duo who became famous in Dublin and have a penchant for thrash metal? If Rodrigo y Gabriela's newest album, Area 52, is any indication, look for C.U.B.A., a 13-piece Cuban ensemble aptly named after its country of origin.
(01/26/12 12:21pm)
If anyone can prove that rock isn't dead, it is unquestionably The Black Keys. With The White Stripes dissolved and the veneer on The Strokes slowly peeling away, music fans can take solace in the gritty, garage-birthed blues rock of The Black Keys, a charged sound which can touch both your soul and the top of the Billboard 200. Remaining relatively dormant in both their critical appeal and financial success since their debut album in 2002, The Black Keys exploded into the contemporary consciousness when their sixth studio album Brothers (2010) won two Grammy awards, including Best Alternative Music Album. Now, as the rock duo graces the covers of Rolling Stone and fills sold-out arenas, its newest album El Camino, released this past December, continues the momentum The Black Keys have built throughout the past decade.
(11/28/11 6:19am)
For students and locals alike, there is a small hangout nestled on Elliewood Avenue. That place is Coupe DeVille's, or "Coupes," as its patrons affectionately call it. Between the hearty meals and nightly specials, Coupes is a venerable hotspot on the Corner every night of the week. There is something distinct about Coupes; beyond the intimate atmosphere and rambunctious crowd, Coupes boasts a vast array of musical talent.
(11/10/11 6:03am)
"One man's vulgarity is another man's lyric." That's how Josh Wheeler, associate director of The Thomas Jefferson Center for the Protection of Free Speech, introduced the screening of The People vs. Larry Flynt this past Friday at the Virginia Film Festival. The film, directed by two-time Academy Award winner Milo
(11/03/11 4:00am)
Swooping into Charlottesville as the spirit of indie synth-pop, Passion Pit possessed its lucky attendees at the Jefferson Theater where it performed this past Friday. With only one album and one EP to its name, Passion Pit has managed to garner a sizable fan base thanks to a style of sublime music that delves into the psyche, summoning feelings of warmth and excitement. The concert sold out weeks in advance, and demand for tickets reached more than double their face value through social media and other outlets. Without a doubt, those who saw Passion Pit this week got exponentially more than they paid for.
(10/27/11 4:29am)
Moonshine chugging contests, phallic photos from government employees and break-ins at a birth certificate office are just a few of the antics from this season of Parks and Recreation, NBC's hilarious comedy about the daily bureaucratic shenanigans of Pawnee, Indiana.
(10/20/11 5:12am)
If you ever watched TV as a child in the '90s, good news - the days of orange soda, Everyday French with Pierre Escargot and Quailman are back. Responding to widespread demand by fans, TeenNick now offers children of the '90s the opportunity to take a trip down memory lane with "The '90s are All That." Every night from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m., TeenNick serves up some of the best programming to have graced television screens in the last few decades. Children of Nickelodeon rejoice; the golden age is back.
(09/29/11 4:33am)
Thumping bass, a sea of arms bobbing up and down like a buoy in a hurricane, unintelligible screams, and enough lights to make Las Vegas look dim at night - these are the phenomena that took the Downtown Mall by storm when Derek Smith, aka Pretty Lights, performed at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion Sept. 21. By the time "Finally Moving," one of Pretty Lights' most popular songs, came on as an encore, one could argue that Charlottesville was hit with another earthquake. Once "Finally Moving," which samples from "Something's Got a Hold On Me" by Etta James, was over, the air was wet with sweat - and surely tears from the diehard Pretty Lights fans. The sense of unapologetic emotional intensity emanating from the crowd was more than palpable. Without a doubt, no one who attended the concert regretted the ringing in his ears the next morning.
(09/08/11 7:03am)
The hearts of rock music fans worldwide sank three years ago when the Red Hot Chili Peppers officially announced their disbandment. Misfortune hit harder still when John Frusciante, undoubtedly one of the best living guitarists in the world, quit the band. Frusciante had quit the Chili Peppers previously in 1992, but later rejoined in 1998, and is absent from only one album. The loss of Frusciante and the subsequent announcement that Josh Klinghoffer, the Chili Peppers' new guitarist, had joined the band, left fans wondering what possibly could become of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. The band name might be the same, but make no mistake, I'm With You, the Red Hot Chili Pepper's 10th studio album , makes it abundantly clear that this is a new band starting fresh.
(08/25/11 5:36am)
As first years and upperclassmen alike arrive at the University, the question on every music fan's mind arises: What bands will be gracing Charlottesville with their presence this fall? The results are in, with this semester shaping up to be a great one for music scene. Both the nTelos Wireless Pavilion and the Jefferson Theater are bringing amazing lineups to the Downtown Mall in the coming months at reasonable prices.
(03/17/11 5:21am)
After a year-long struggle with Atlantic Records, Lupe Fiasco released his much-anticipated album Lasers this past week. With material leaked as early as summer 2009, fans have longed for a new album since the four-time Grammy nominated The Cool rocked the hip-hop community in 2007. Despite the hype, the fast-paced socially conscious raps that once defined Lupe Fiasco as a beacon of light to the hip-hop genre come at a cost on his newest album. In light of the music industry's views on what constitutes a good album, Fiasco sacrifices his authenticity for a pop sound that delivers halfheartedly. Although not a sell out, Lasers leaves listeners wanting more of the abrasive, in-your-face hip-hop that makes Lupe Fiasco a major figure in the hip-hop industry.
(10/07/10 5:23am)
What happens when you put blaring beats, bass, birds, a bust of Beethoven and a barrel's worth of blue ribbon into one room? You get the sublime experience that is Ratatat, who played to a sold-out crowd at the Jefferson Theater this past Sunday. The New York-based duo took the stage after West Coast's Bobby Birdman and East Coast's Dom opened up to an antsy crowd. Known for their fusion of electronic sound, catchy pop hooks and hip-hop beats, Ratatat kept the audience in a constant trance of movement.