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(01/19/17 3:07am)
Since his 2008 debut “Constant Hitmaker,” Kurt Vile has showcased his singular style through a string of stunningly rich and cohesive albums. From hypnotic, intricately-crafted folk songs to soulful, psychedelic rock, Vile’s music is beautiful and unmistakable. The last leg of his current tour kicks off at the Jefferson Theater Jan. 26 with backing band The Violators in support of his 2015 album “b’lieve i’m goin down…” A&E caught up with Vile to preview the upcoming show.
(04/06/16 2:41am)
“Archer” used to be a brilliant show about a freelance secret agency for the better part of its first four seasons, before starting to grow stale with recycled storylines and overly-troped characters.
(12/07/15 7:12am)
With the semester winding to a close and the holidays rapidly approaching, it’s time to look back on a bountiful year of music. With so many outstanding releases it’s hard to pick a true top ten. While they didn’t quite make the cut, honorable mentions include Titus Andronicus’ “The Most Lamentable Tragedy,” Earl Sweatshirt’s “I Don’t Like S**t, I Don’t Go Outside,” Lana Del Rey’s “Honeymoon,” Joey Bada$$’s “B4.Da.$$,” Kamasi Washington’s “The Epic” and Chvrches’ “Every Open Eye.” Without further ado, the top ten albums of 2015.
(10/22/15 4:17pm)
Lady Lamb, the performing alias of indie-rocker Aly Spaltro, will be kicking off the latest leg of her fall tour in Charlottesville. An incredible lyricist with a knack for writing complex yet catchy melodies, Lady Lamb will play the Southern Cafe and Music Hall Oct. 27. Arts & Entertainment chatted with her in anticipation of the upcoming show.
(10/15/15 4:49am)
This weekend is the University's annual Homecomings, a combination of a home football game and a celebration of students and alumni. This includes Saturday night’s Young Alumni Reunion, a much-hyped alumni party in the Amphitheater sponsored by the Classes of 2012 through 2015. In honor of these events, A&E showcases some throwback songs for these classes.
(09/30/15 10:11pm)
Indie-rockers Waxahatchee will be taking on the Southern Cafe & Music Hall Oct. 12. Arts & Entertainment chatted with the group’s singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Katie Crutchfield to preview the show.
(09/25/15 1:51am)
Blues-rock guitar virtuoso Gary Clark, Jr. burst onto the music scene in 2011 after being named Rolling Stone magazine’s “Best Young Gun.” Propelled by his dynamic live performances and the strength of his brief “Bright Lights” EP, Clark’s 2012 major label debut LP “Blak and Blu” gained considerable attention — not all of which was positive. The album’s ground-shaking high points were offset by confusing stylistic inconsistency, which came off as catering to too many different potential audiences.
(09/22/15 2:22am)
Ben Folds is a master of the Very Good Album. That is to say, he consistently crafts full-lengths composed almost entirely of excellent songs in any number of styles, alongside one or two duds. Folds is such a talented songwriter that even his duds aren’t bad — they just don’t stand out next to his many masterworks. “Ben Folds Five” and “Songs For Silverman” may be exceptions to this statement, as they are great from start to finish.
(09/17/15 3:34am)
For the past 15 years, Greensky Bluegrass has been crafting unique, genre-bending songs. The band will be returning to the Jefferson Theater Sept. 23, almost exactly a year after its last Charlottesville performance. Arts & Entertainment chatted with founding member and banjo player Michael Bont to preview the upcoming show.
(09/03/15 10:39pm)
“Depression Cherry” opens with a slow burn: a single organ tone which grows into an airy open chord, buoyed by the introduction of a light, tinkling electronic drum loop, all of which faintly crescendo to meet the rich, gentle voice of lead singer Victoria Legrand. Echoing pianos swirl together as layered backing vocals intone wordless accompaniment. There is a restrained sense of joy under the dark, almost-brooding arrangement: it sounds like a slow-dance number from a 1980s movie, stripped of gaudiness and cliche, bared down to a beautiful, emotional core.
(08/27/15 5:46pm)
New York punk rockers Titus Andronicus will be lighting up the stage at the Black Cat in Washington, D.C. Sept. 12. Arts & Entertainment caught up with dynamic lead singer, guitarist and songwriter Patrick Stickles to chat about the band’s ambitious latest album and their upcoming tour.
(04/18/15 2:57am)
The Beach Boys’ 2012 album “That’s Why God Made The Radio” was something of a miracle. It included all the surviving original members, together for the first time in over a decade, performing brand new sunshine-packed songs which almost felt like classics. Sadly, in spite of the Boys’ insistence that “the good times never have to end,” the reunion would be short-lived.
(04/18/15 2:55am)
John Darnielle, the creative force behind and former sole member of The Mountain Goats, is a master of the story-song. He creates self-contained worlds and characters with richly developed emotions, blending just the right amount of comedy and tragedy in less than four minutes.
(04/16/15 4:57pm)
San Francisco-based Two Gallants are an explosive, dynamic band whose earth-rattling sound belies the fact that they are only a duo. With a sound that will appeal to fans of folk, hard rock and anything in between, Two Gallants will be shaking the Southern Cafe & Music Hall May 3. Arts & Entertainment spoke with singer and guitarist Adam Stephens about the band’s style, latest album and upcoming show.
(04/16/15 4:53pm)
Blank Range will be opening for Two Gallants at The Southern Cafe & Music Hall May 3. The Nashville-based group packs a timeless sound and powerful rock energy and will be touring the United States until the start of the summer. Arts & Entertainment had the opportunity to talk with guitarist/vocalist Jonathon Childers about the band and their upcoming show.
(04/11/15 5:30pm)
Since its inception in 2010, Tedeschi Trucks Band has been a massive presence in the world of blues music. Led by husband and wife Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi, the band has a powerful, classic sound which won them the Grammy for Best Blues Album in 2012. Tedeschi Trucks Band will be coming to Virginia twice this year for a show at Lockn’ Farms April 18 and performances at the Lockn’ Festival Sept. 10-13. Arts & Entertainment talked with guitarist Trucks about the band’s evolution and the current tour.
(04/11/15 5:33pm)
Tennessee rockers Diarrhea Planet will be making their third Charlottesville appearance this year Friday at the Southern Cafe & Music Hall. Known for its heavy four-guitar sound, catchy riffs and explosive live shows, the Nashville-based band garnered critical praise with its latest EP, “Aliens in the Outfield.” Arts & Entertainment chatted with one of the band’s often-unsung heroes, bassist Mike Boyle, about his work and the upcoming concert.
(04/08/15 4:36pm)
“There’s only a shadow of me; in a manner of speaking I’m dead.” So remarks Sufjan Stevens on “John My Beloved,” the ninth track on his latest release, “Carrie & Lowell.” Although the line ostensibly pertains to Stevens’ Christian faith — the song acts as an exchange between Jesus and John the Baptist — it also serves as a fitting epithet for his current musical identity.
(03/20/15 8:16pm)
Barbara Rosenblat was prominently featured as Miss Rosa in the latest season of the Netflix series “Orange Is The New Black.” What fans of the show may not realize, though, is that Rosenblat is one of the most popular and respected audiobook narrators in the country. Speaking with her, it’s easy to tell why — she has a truly captivating voice.
(02/13/15 1:52pm)
Valentine’s Day nears and romance is in the air, romance mingled with the looming specters of midterms, endless global conflicts, political strife and social unrest.