As a former and sometimes current journalist, I appreciate efforts to keep ancient art forms alive, thus a shout-out to chamber music aficionados SquarPeg, appearing in concert at the Fortuna Monday Club on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. SquarPeg is dedicated to exploring chamber music for the 21st century. From the press release: “Considering the abundance […]
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From the Hum: Tonight’s Bluegrass Fix
It’s a must-see show for bluegrass fans tonight when The Grascals perform at the Arcata Theatre Lounge. For those unfamiliar, the Grascals are among the most beloved and acclaimed bands on today’s bluegrass scene — they’ve won a slew of awards and been nominated for a number of Grammys, plus they’ve appeared on The Late, […]
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A No-Nonsense Start to November
Hey, who’s hung over from honoring the dead with far too many tequila shots? Me! Here’s your Hum. Thursday: Pimps and Shamans Funk brilliance lights up Humboldt Brews when Brooklyn’s the Pimps of Joytime take the stage in a joyful combination of Afro-beat, salsa, electronica and sheer groovaliciousness. San Francisco’s always well-received Diego’s Umbrella opens. […]
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From the Hum: Saturween!
Who cares about Halloween proper when a whole weekend awaits? Consider costumes strongly encouraged. All following shows happen on Saturday and are 21-and-over unless noted. Brooklyn band The Shondes are “too wild to ignore,” according to Rolling Stone’s review of the band’s latest effort, The Garden. Oft-described as a mix of riot grrrl, orchestral indie, […]
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So Much Music
Here at The Hum, we focus mainly on nighttime haps, but this week, I want to talk to you about breakfast, the best meal of the day. Breakfast helps you stay smart, svelte and — importantly — ready to take on your next night of partying. To that end, we offer some morning-after suggestions. Adjust […]
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From the Hum: Tonight’s Art Rock
Art-rocker Todd Clouser plays the Jambalaya. His latest record, Man With No Country, was produced by Anton Fier (Pere Ubu, Golden Palominos, Lounge Lizards) and is being released on Medeski Martin & Wood drummer Billy Martin’s label, Amulet Records. “Those are pretty major artistic endorsements,” says his promotions guy, reasonably. Music starts around 9:30 p.m. […]
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From the Hum: Tonight’s Goth Downer, Folk Upper
Troller by Troller If the Yogoman show(s) put too much happy into your life, balance things out with Troller and Ssleeperhold, two Austin bands bringing dark electronica to The Siren’s Song. Bleak and ominous. Things start at 9 p.m., cover is $5 and all ages are welcome, so punish your bad children by making them […]
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From the Hum: Tonight’s Rock, Funk, Space Jams
Have you seen that show Sons of Anarchy? Ron Perlman and that hot blond guy? Katey Sagal from Married With Children? It’s not that great, although compelling enough as an escapist-evening-soap-opera kinda thing. Anyway, L.A.-based band Jeff Crosby & The Refugees have two songs featured in upcoming episodes. The band is also opening for Jerry […]
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From the Hum: Tonights’s Soul and Funny Folk
The Soul Spectacular Tour, in which Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe presents a Ray Charles Boogaloo Dance Party with special guest Zach Deputy and The Cosmic Horns, erupts at the Arcata Theatre Lounge. Quick history: Denson first came to prominence as a member of Lenny Kravitz’s band, then, in 1993, joined DJ Greyboy in creating Greyboy […]
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From the Hum: Tonight’s Blues, Hard Rock and Hip-Hop (and Watts)
Earl Thomas and Eddie Angel sit down for some “coffee-house style blues” at the Arcata Playhouse. Earl’ll tell stories from the road and Eddie’ll make his acoustic guitar sing. Soulful Jesi Naomi opens the show, which starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 advance, $15 at the door. A 10 on the grown-up meter. Aesir, […]
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Burying the Needle
If you thought this was the week you’d stay home and catch up on Trailer Park Boys, you were wrong. So wrong. Eat well and drink plenty of water because you’ve got a lot to do, Humboldt. Thursday’s blues, hard rock and hip-hop (and Watts) Earl Thomas and Eddie Angel sit down for some “coffee-house […]
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Soul Night: What You Missed and Get Your Tickets Now
DJ Matt Jackson Many years ago, pitching the idea that Arcatans would come out to a dance party would have sparked incredulity at best, derision at worst. Somehow, though, the guys from Missing Link – and Hum Brews’ management – saw an opportunity and pounced. For over two years, DJs Matt and Adam and friends […]