New record ""Nothing is Wrong" is out today and only $7.99 on Amazon for those interested
http://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Is-Wrong/dp/B005342D44/ref=mb_oe_o (http://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Is-Wrong/dp/B005342D44/ref=mb_oe_o)
First album "North Hills" is only $5.99
http://www.amazon.com/North-Hills/dp/B002DKWNRI/ref=tmm_msc_title_0 (http://www.amazon.com/North-Hills/dp/B002DKWNRI/ref=tmm_msc_title_0)
MMJ labelmates!
I love Dawes... have seen them 4 or 5 times including their first ever in-store performance (which was in Philly, oddly enough).
The new album is quite good, definitely an improvement on the last album when it comes to production and sound. And Taylor kills it on the guitar a few times.
:thumbsup:
I thought they were quite good at Mt. Jam
I really enjoyed Dawes when I caught them at Outside Lands in San Francisco last year -- I even watched them through the fence as they played on the patio of the Academy of Science because I was too cheap to buy a ticket. ;D I buy their records though, so it's okay, right? Looking forward to hearing the new one.
Quote from: headhunter on Jun 07, 2011, 03:19 PM
I thought they were quite good at Mt. Jam
As did I. I know their first album well and like it, but find some of the slower songs a bit sleepy for me. From what I heard of the new album on Sunday, it should be good. Scanning the track titles, I'm pretty sure they played Time Spent in LA, If I Wanted Someone, Fire Away, and A Little Bit of Everything. Maybe more?
After the show I went to the artist meet-n-greet to tell them I liked their set. I was wearing my Patrick What Time Is It shirt and they all thought it was hilarious. Direct quote from the lead singer- "that Patrick is one BAD ASS dude..."
I feel I wanna like this band....I understand why people would, but with both this and previous album, I find they cannot keep my attention...too many songs sound the same. I love Taylor's work on Middle Brother and appreciate the band but I can't forsee myself listening to more than just individual tracks on a mix or something.
When I ran into Jim, Patrick, Bo, and Carl they were heading to check out Dawes. Considering their tight schedule and Jim joining PHJB, their eagerness to catch their set spoke volumes to me, so I rushed back to check 'em out myself. Where are they from? Philly?
They are from Cali.
Bought the first album a year ago and couldn't connect with it. Really connected with Delta Spirit and then bought the Middle Brother album. This made me go back to Dawes and I'm glad I did. My mistake was looking for the album to blow my mind when I just needed to let it soothe my mind. It's not the orgasm, but it is the warm bed and awesome tingly comfortable feeling you have laying there in the minutes afterward, feeling great about life with your mate. "North Hills" just puts me in a very good place when I listen to it now. Can't wait to pick up the new one today, and I would love to see them in concert. They just seem like really good dudes who do music the right way.
Quote from: marino13 on Jun 08, 2011, 12:43 PM
They are from Cali.
Bought the first album a year ago and couldn't connect with it. Really connected with Delta Spirit and then bought the Middle Brother album. This made me go back to Dawes and I'm glad I did. My mistake was looking for the album to blow my mind when I just needed to let it soothe my mind. It's not the orgasm, but it is the warm bed and awesome tingly comfortable feeling you have laying there in the minutes afterward, feeling great about life with your mate. "North Hills" just puts me in a very good place when I listen to it now. Can't wait to pick up the new one today, and I would love to see them in concert. They just seem like really good dudes who do music the right way.
This mirrors my progression too. Got into Delta Spirit when I saw Bo produced - saw Delta Spirit last year and loved, bought Middle Brother, led me to check out Dawes and Deer Tick. I've been spewing my Deer Tick love on that thread ever since.
Johnny, you should definitely check out the whole Delta Spirit, Deer Tick, Dawes, Middle Brother niche since you are often on the prowl for new music. Much the same way MoF led me to check out Bright Eyes and M Ward.
The (first) Dawes Album is my go-to album when I want background "hanging on the back patio" with non-music loving friends music. That sounds like faint praise but I mean it as a compliment. I agree w marino13 that it's great mellow / chill /feel good music.
Dawes played as Robbie Robertson's backup band on the Letterman on April 6 and Taylor provided backup vocals for his new album (along with Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Trent Reznor, Tom Morello, and Robert Randolph). So apparently they've got a ton of respect. Pretty cool. Here's the Letterman video:
http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/blogs/rolling-stone-video-blog/robbie-robertson-and-dawes-perform-he-dont-live-here-no-more-on-letterman-20110406 (http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/blogs/rolling-stone-video-blog/robbie-robertson-and-dawes-perform-he-dont-live-here-no-more-on-letterman-20110406)
My progression has kind of been reverse order from yours. I saw deer tick open for jenny lewis back in '07 or '08. Instantly fell in love with Deer Tick... followed them around a bit, saw Dawes open for them in NYC and followed them. Bought the middle brother album then started getting into Delta Spirit.
Newport Folk Festival last year was perfect.... saw Jim's set, walked about 100 feet, waited 10 mins, and enjoyed Dawes.
A little old but a great quality video. They always sound great live...well I've only seen them 3x but whatever.. ::)
http://www.tenthrow.com/video/watch/NTY2OTY4/dawes/rock-roll-hotel/17-nov-2009 (http://www.tenthrow.com/video/watch/NTY2OTY4/dawes/rock-roll-hotel/17-nov-2009)
Blitzen Trapper + Dawes tour dates:
10.7 - Petaluma, CA - Mystic Theater
10.8 - Santa Barbara, CA - SOHO
10.9 - San Diego, CA - Belly Up
10.10 - Pheonix, AZ - Crescent Ballroom
10.11 - Tucson, AZ - Santa Fe Sol Live
10.15 - Baton Rouge, LA - Marship Theater
10.18 - Atlanta, GA - Variety Playhouse
10.19 - Nashville, TN - Mercy Lounge
10.20 - Louisville, KY - Headliner's
10.21 - Asheville, NC - Orange Peel
10.22 - Carborro, NC - Cat's Cradle
10.24 - Washington, DC - Black Cat
10.26 - New York, NY - Webster Hall
10.27 - Philadelphia, PA - Theater of Living Arts
10.28 - Boston, MA - Royale
10.30 - Toronto, ON - Opera House
11.01 - Cleveland, OH - Beachland Ballroom
11.02 - Grand Rapids, MI - Calvin College
11.03 - Chicago, IL - The Metro
11.04 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
11.05 - Milwaukee, WI - Turner Hall
11.07 - Boulder, CO - Fox Theater
11.10 - Vancouver, BC - Rickshaw Theater
11.11 - Seattle, WA - The Neptune
11.13 - Eugene, OR - McDonald Theater
11.15 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore
10/7 - 10/26 Smoke Fairies open except 10/24
10/27 - 11-15 Belle Brigade opens except 11/4
After doing the little research required to sort out the roots of Blood and Guts as pointed out by Magh33ta, I realized I had no idea that they had 3 EPs and a full length out as Simon Dawes before their other singer/songwriter/guitarist left and they became just Dawes. It seems like everyone here has referred to North Hills as their debut and was wondering if anyone was familiar with Carnivore, their only full length as Simon Dawes that included Blood and Guts.
http://www.npr.org/2011/08/26/139967507/dawes-on-world-cafe (http://www.npr.org/2011/08/26/139967507/dawes-on-world-cafe)
Quote from: mahg33ta on Aug 30, 2011, 01:31 PM
http://www.npr.org/2011/08/26/139967507/dawes-on-world-cafe (http://www.npr.org/2011/08/26/139967507/dawes-on-world-cafe)
Thanks.... I'll enjoy this when I get home tonight.
Recently started listening to this band and I already can't stop listening to "Nothing is wrong" :). Great album, one of my favorites of this year so far! Some of the songs on this album are potential all-time favorites!
Whoever said the guy from Dawes didn't contribute well to Middle Brother is duummmbbb
Quote from: e_wind on Sep 12, 2011, 01:42 PM
Whoever said the guy from Dawes didn't contribute well to Middle Brother is duummmbbb
I totally agree. I can't seem to understand why people don't respect Goldsmith as much as Vasquez (McCauley is an exception for me, b/c him and Deer Tick are my favorite roots in this tree).
I accidentally started a fire storm in another thread about this same topic so I won't elaborate, but Goldsmith weaves some uniquely powerful imagery (in my mind at least). What a perfect storm this group is/can be!
Quote from: EasyRyder on Sep 12, 2011, 03:29 PM
Quote from: e_wind on Sep 12, 2011, 01:42 PM
Whoever said the guy from Dawes didn't contribute well to Middle Brother is duummmbbb
I totally agree. I can't seem to understand why people don't respect Goldsmith as much as Vasquez (McCauley is an exception for me, b/c him and Deer Tick are my favorite roots in this tree).
I accidentally started a fire storm in another thread about this same topic so I won't elaborate, but Goldsmith weaves some uniquely powerful imagery (in my mind at least). What a perfect storm this group is/can be!
he is the best lyricist in the group, imo. Vasquez is my favorite over all singer, McCauley I think is the best songwriter that can hold his own better than the other two, but goldsmith can write some heart wrenching lyrics.
"I just wanna put my fist through some glass, I wanna put your arm in a cast, I just want you to know that I care" is one of the most powerful love-song lyrics ever for me. its super raw.
Quote from: EasyRyder on Sep 12, 2011, 03:29 PM
Quote from: e_wind on Sep 12, 2011, 01:42 PM
Whoever said the guy from Dawes didn't contribute well to Middle Brother is duummmbbb
I totally agree. I can't seem to understand why people don't respect Goldsmith as much as Vasquez (McCauley is an exception for me, b/c him and Deer Tick are my favorite roots in this tree).
I accidentally started a fire storm in another thread about this same topic so I won't elaborate, but Goldsmith weaves some uniquely powerful imagery (in my mind at least). What a perfect storm this group is/can be!
What firestorm fanboy? ;) ;D
Seriously, I just wanted to suggest Pete Droge's
Necktie Second as a compelling mid 1990's album in the same vein as Dawes that seemingly connects the styles of late 80's early 90's Petty with Dawes. Not necessarily sure the album has aged that well but is nonetheless a solid top to bottom listen for good, straight ahead rock. Don't be fooled by the catchy intro track because the rest of the album is quite different.
I saw Dawes open for M.Ward last night and then they joined him onstage later as his band. I was really impressed with the musicianship. I had seen them one time before at bonnaroo, but to be honest, I was a little too into the spirit of 'roo to remember much about them. I would love some recommendations of what to listen to from this band.
They only have two albums, North Hills and Nothing Is Wrong. I would get them both. I probably like North Hills better but I might be in the minority. It took me a little while to get it, but it just brings a warmth and comfort to me when I listen to it that is hard to explain.
Quote from: Ruckus on Sep 13, 2011, 07:41 PM
Quote from: EasyRyder on Sep 12, 2011, 03:29 PM
Quote from: e_wind on Sep 12, 2011, 01:42 PM
Whoever said the guy from Dawes didn't contribute well to Middle Brother is duummmbbb
I totally agree. I can't seem to understand why people don't respect Goldsmith as much as Vasquez (McCauley is an exception for me, b/c him and Deer Tick are my favorite roots in this tree).
I accidentally started a fire storm in another thread about this same topic so I won't elaborate, but Goldsmith weaves some uniquely powerful imagery (in my mind at least). What a perfect storm this group is/can be!
What firestorm fanboy? ;) ;D
Seriously, I just wanted to suggest Pete Droge's Necktie Second as a compelling mid 1990's album in the same vein as Dawes that seemingly connects the styles of late 80's early 90's Petty with Dawes. Not necessarily sure the album has aged that well but is nonetheless a solid top to bottom listen for good, straight ahead rock. Don't be fooled by the catchy intro track because the rest of the album is quite different.
How did I miss this? Fanboy?!! :-*
I'll be sure to give it a listen. I'm always interested in those connecting albums that straddle genres and artists....fanboy- over and out.
P.S. Fully- I definitely agree with Mr. marino. Check out North Hills (2009). It's more stripped down than Nothing Is Here and the songwriting/storytelling is incredible.
Fully - better check them both out! I like the new one better.
North Hills has a few songs that are my absolute favorites, but much is mid-tempo or slow and I'm rarely in the mood for the whole thing.
Nothing Is Wrong is a bit more uptempo, bit more straight ahead, but still contains great songwriting and lyrics. For me at least, a much higher % of songs I really like.
Thanks, y'all. I'm really needing something new to listen to. I'll let you know how I like them. :dankk2:
They've done a few Daytrotter sessions, and you can check those out for free.
Quote from: YouAre_GivenToFly on Sep 22, 2011, 02:59 PM
They've done a few Daytrotter sessions, and you can check those out for free.
Niiiiice! I'll do that!
Saw Dawes in Birmingham last night...anyone who mistakenly writes this band off (and Goldsmith) as a spin-off of Seth and Scott Avett needs to see them live.
It was easily one of the best shows I have seen- the band was incredibly tight and created a very warm atmosphere (even had a good bit of reverb bouncing around!).
They played a good mixture of old and new material and reworked the North Hills tunes to fit the electric set well. Those were my favorites...
Bassist, Drummer, Keyboards/Organ added so much to the experience. Not to mention Goldsmith is one of the most talented and tastefully reserved guitar players I've seen.
Peace In The Valley went on FOREVER...definitely a musical moment I won't forget! Hopefully some videos will pop up on the Youtube. This band is worth traveling to see! Go see them! Soon!
:beer:
Quote from: EasyRyder on Sep 23, 2011, 03:14 PM
Saw Dawes in Birmingham last night...anyone who mistakenly writes this band off (and Goldsmith) as a spin-off of Seth and Scott Avett needs to see them live.
It was easily one of the best shows I have seen- the band was incredibly tight and created a very warm atmosphere (even had a good bit of reverb bouncing around!).
They played a good mixture of old and new material and reworked the North Hills tunes to fit the electric set well. Those were my favorites...
Bassist, Drummer, Keyboards/Organ added so much to the experience. Not to mention Goldsmith is one of the most talented and tastefully reserved guitar players I've seen.
Peace In The Valley went on FOREVER...definitely a musical moment I won't forget! Hopefully some videos will pop up on the Youtube. This band is worth traveling to see! Go see them! Soon!
:beer:
Peace in the Valley is good on their album... but absolutely BLEW ME AWAY the first time I saw it live. Reminds me a lot of Wilco's "At Least That's What You Said" with the huge guitar jam at the end... can't wait to see them in October.
I'm really glad to hear from yet another person that they have a lot of energy live. While I really like the sound of both their albums, it becomes a bit of a snoozefest for me after just a song or two, like its just too Jackson Browne-earnest, mellow and sensitive and I really like sad songs. After listening to the records I keep thinking I'm gonna skip their show here in PHX, but comments from those that have seen them live tell me otherwise. I think I need to listen to you guys. Thanks!
I have found that listening to "How Far We've Come" in the car on the way to work puts me in a good mood for the whole day. Seriously. Love the harmonies and the piano.
Quote from: Shug on Sep 23, 2011, 06:10 PM
I'm really glad to hear from yet another person that they have a lot of energy live. ..... I think I need to listen to you guys. Thanks!
Yes, listen to us! :thumbsup: Just got home from the show and it was fantastic!
ATO just sent me about 60 high quality "nothing is wrong" stickers. If anyone wants one I'll send em out.
I guess I'm the lone disenter in this thread, but saw Dawes last night and I was not into it. I liked the song Western Skyline a lot, but one song ain't enough to make a good show for me. Its weird for me to feel this way, because I'm usually all about passionate emotional expression in music, but I feel Dawes over-emote, like they are trying too hard or like it seems forced to me. Of course I have no way of knowing what they are feeling, but to my ears, the music doesn't feel as monumental as their contorted facial expressions would suggest, especially the drummer, what is up with that dude? It was seriously distracting to me the freakish facial expressions he was making. Maybe its just because they are young and inexperienced. They obviously have talent, but IMO, its not yet shaped into powerful music. Well, at least I checked 'em out and I don't have to worry anymore that I'm missing out on something I'd really like. Not every band is gonna thrill ya, and different folks like different things.
Blitzen Trapper came on after them and their experience showed. They had a more powerful sound to me, they played like a tight ensemble, but it didn't really look like it was so forced or so much effort. I thought they were like a junior Wilco, not too bad.
shug - thanks for the live report. I'm interested in all perspectives. I'll see them next week and I'm curious. Sounds like they are taking turns going first- I saw another review from a previous night and BT went first. I guess that's fair on a co-headlining tour.
I've been listening to the last few BT albums and to me, they seem REALLY derivative, but I'm openminded until seeing them live.
Quote from: Shug on Oct 11, 2011, 01:33 PM
I guess I'm the lone disenter in this thread, but saw Dawes last night and I was not into it. I liked the song Western Skyline a lot, but one song ain't enough to make a good show for me. Its weird for me to feel this way, because I'm usually all about passionate emotional expression in music, but I feel Dawes over-emote, like they are trying too hard or like it seems forced to me. Of course I have no way of knowing what they are feeling, but to my ears, the music doesn't feel as monumental as their contorted facial expressions would suggest, especially the drummer, what is up with that dude? It was seriously distracting to me the freakish facial expressions he was making. Maybe its just because they are young and inexperienced. They obviously have talent, but IMO, its not yet shaped into powerful music. Well, at least I checked 'em out and I don't have to worry anymore that I'm missing out on something I'd really like. Not every band is gonna thrill ya, and different folks like different things.
Blitzen Trapper came on after them and their experience showed. They had a more powerful sound to me, they played like a tight ensemble, but it didn't really look like it was so forced or so much effort. I thought they were like a junior Wilco, not too bad.
I'm nota a Dawes super fan by any means, but I dig them. They definitely are extremely emotional, but I don't think they're pretending. Every video I watch of Gouldsmith he looks depressed as shit.
Quote from: mahg33ta on Oct 11, 2011, 02:17 PM
shug - thanks for the live report. I'm interested in all perspectives. I'll see them next week and I'm curious. Sounds like they are taking turns going first- I saw another review from a previous night and BT went first. I guess that's fair on a co-headlining tour.
I've been listening to the last few BT albums and to me, they seem REALLY derivative, but I'm openminded until seeing them live.
I'd agree that Blitzen Trapper are pretty derivative, but if they are deriving from really good music and doing it well, I don't necessarily have a problem with that. Derivation in music goes down easier for me when its not from just one particular band, but more from a genre or time period. I also think originality is, in general in modern Western culture, over-valued. There were certain Dawes songs that sound so much like Jackson Browne, is was uncomfortably close for me to a cover band. That's the kind of derivative that I don't really like.
Love this band, just bought their latest album and listen to it non stop. They have that great guitar tone to them that I love.
Seeing these guys tonight!
Quote from: YouAre_GivenToFly on Oct 27, 2011, 09:47 AM
Seeing these guys tonight!
Saw them last night. It was packed in there---
Great show, I loved Blitzen Trapper a bit more but Dawes were good..
Quote from: YouAre_GivenToFly on Oct 27, 2011, 09:47 AM
Seeing these guys tonight!
here are the boston set times:
• Bowery Boston
LOW TICKET ALERT! Friday's Dawes and Blitzen Trapper show at Royale is almost sold out! Get your tickets now. *Please note, this is an early show. Set times (subject to change): Doors 5:30/ The Belle Brigade 6:00/ Dawes 6:45/ Blitzen Trapper 8:00
I think they are alternating each night, but looks like an hour for Dawes -that's a bummer.... it's made me down on the co-headliner idea, but may BT will be a pleasant surprise. I for sure would rather see Dawes later in the night, after a chance to get settled and a few beers...
Quote from: Penny Lane on Oct 27, 2011, 09:52 AM
Quote from: YouAre_GivenToFly on Oct 27, 2011, 09:47 AM
Seeing these guys tonight!
Saw them last night. It was packed in there---
Great show, I loved Blitzen Trapper a bit more but Dawes were good..
penny, see the note I posted at the same time....
who played first and how long was each set?
Glad to hear BT was good- I respect your opinion and it made me look forward to this a bit more...
Fingers crossed for a long set from Dawes tonight... if those Boston times are any indication I would guess Dawes goes on last tonight?
I was hoping BT would headline this show but they played about the same amount. Dawes have two beautiful albums but to me, it's kind of a sleepy show (but still good). Also, it was an 18 and over show, so lots of teenage girls up front.
BT is so kick ass, they did Furr as a slower sing-a-long version and the new songs sound terrific. Trying to remember the setlist, Wild Mountain Nation was great.
Smoke Fairies 8
BT on at 8:45
Dawes on at 10:15
I didn't stay for all of Dawes but Webster Hall shows tend to end early to open for the nightclub later, so my guess is they played till about 11:45-12am. I would say both played for 1.5 hours.
In Boston, BT will probably play for longer if the Royale allows it.
Quote from: Penny Lane on Oct 27, 2011, 11:22 AM
I was hoping BT would headline this show but they played about the same amount. Dawes have two beautiful albums but to me, it's kind of a sleepy show (but still good). Also, it was an 18 and over show, so lots of teenage girls up front.
BT is so kick ass, they did Furr as a slower sing-a-long version and the new songs sound terrific. Trying to remember the setlist, Wild Mountain Nation was great.
Smoke Fairies 8
BT on at 8:45
Dawes on at 10:15
I didn't stay for all of Dawes but Webster Hall shows tend to end early to open for the nightclub later, so my guess is they played till about 11:45-12am. I would say both played for 1.5 hours.
In Boston, BT will probably play for longer if the Royale allows it.
thanks! but damn, I'm feeling a little cheated on set-times if each played 90 minutes.
Quote from: mahg33ta on Oct 27, 2011, 11:59 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Oct 27, 2011, 11:22 AM
I was hoping BT would headline this show but they played about the same amount. Dawes have two beautiful albums but to me, it's kind of a sleepy show (but still good). Also, it was an 18 and over show, so lots of teenage girls up front.
BT is so kick ass, they did Furr as a slower sing-a-long version and the new songs sound terrific. Trying to remember the setlist, Wild Mountain Nation was great.
Smoke Fairies 8
BT on at 8:45
Dawes on at 10:15
I didn't stay for all of Dawes but Webster Hall shows tend to end early to open for the nightclub later, so my guess is they played till about 11:45-12am. I would say both played for 1.5 hours.
In Boston, BT will probably play for longer if the Royale allows it.
thanks! but damn, I'm feeling a little cheated on set-times if each played 90 minutes.
one of my friends i saw the show with last night is traveling to Boston for that show Fri night! i've never been to the Royale but look forward to seeing some Deer Tick/Felice Bros there in a few weeks.
Quote from: Penny Lane on Oct 27, 2011, 01:04 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Oct 27, 2011, 11:59 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Oct 27, 2011, 11:22 AM
I was hoping BT would headline this show but they played about the same amount. Dawes have two beautiful albums but to me, it's kind of a sleepy show (but still good). Also, it was an 18 and over show, so lots of teenage girls up front.
BT is so kick ass, they did Furr as a slower sing-a-long version and the new songs sound terrific. Trying to remember the setlist, Wild Mountain Nation was great.
Smoke Fairies 8
BT on at 8:45
Dawes on at 10:15
I didn't stay for all of Dawes but Webster Hall shows tend to end early to open for the nightclub later, so my guess is they played till about 11:45-12am. I would say both played for 1.5 hours.
In Boston, BT will probably play for longer if the Royale allows it.
thanks! but damn, I'm feeling a little cheated on set-times if each played 90 minutes.
one of my friends i saw the show with last night is traveling to Boston for that show Fri night! i've never been to the Royale but look forward to seeing some Deer Tick/Felice Bros there in a few weeks.
That's another thought going through my head today, since that's the same venue. As you probably know, Royale turns into a more traditional nightclub on Fridays which is why these shows are early. Deer Tick/Felice is a Friday too... but, they don't have a 3rd band/opener which should help. But I'm pumped to see FB too, so if one is longer than the other, I won't be as worked up. But here, I'm definitely (maybe wrongly) more pumped for Dawes than BT.
Mrs mahg33ta doesn't want to be down w/ the crazies for Deer Tick, so another mission tonight is to scout out a good nook/balcony for Nov 18.
Quote from: mahg33ta on Oct 27, 2011, 01:20 PM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Oct 27, 2011, 01:04 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Oct 27, 2011, 11:59 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Oct 27, 2011, 11:22 AM
I was hoping BT would headline this show but they played about the same amount. Dawes have two beautiful albums but to me, it's kind of a sleepy show (but still good). Also, it was an 18 and over show, so lots of teenage girls up front.
BT is so kick ass, they did Furr as a slower sing-a-long version and the new songs sound terrific. Trying to remember the setlist, Wild Mountain Nation was great.
Smoke Fairies 8
BT on at 8:45
Dawes on at 10:15
I didn't stay for all of Dawes but Webster Hall shows tend to end early to open for the nightclub later, so my guess is they played till about 11:45-12am. I would say both played for 1.5 hours.
In Boston, BT will probably play for longer if the Royale allows it.
thanks! but damn, I'm feeling a little cheated on set-times if each played 90 minutes.
one of my friends i saw the show with last night is traveling to Boston for that show Fri night! i've never been to the Royale but look forward to seeing some Deer Tick/Felice Bros there in a few weeks.
That's another thought going through my head today, since that's the same venue. As you probably know, Royale turns into a more traditional nightclub on Fridays which is why these shows are early. Deer Tick/Felice is a Friday too... but, they don't have a 3rd band/opener which should help. But I'm pumped to see FB too, so if one is longer than the other, I won't be as worked up. But here, I'm definitely (maybe wrongly) more pumped for Dawes than BT.
Mrs mahg33ta doesn't want to be down w/ the crazies for Deer Tick, so another mission tonight is to scout out a good nook/balcony for Nov 18.
ha ha that night=crazies==Penny + friends...
so my report back- Dawes did indeed play from 6:45 to 7:45. Tough time to get into live music, but we did our best (in fact the opener started with "good morning" at 6 pm).
I really enjoyed the set - I don't think it's mindblowing stuff musically or especially thoughtprovoking, but I like the songs, and they won me over personality wise. The lead singer was singing his heart out, but not in an overly corny way (local paper review said he was rick moranis like which is overly harsh). Drummer's faces kept cracking me up but again, in an endearing way (reminded me of Beaker from muppets).
Setlist-wise I couldn't have been happier- somewhere on another thread I made my top 10 dawes songs for Ruckus and out of 10 dawes songs they played, they played 9 of mine.. wow! plus Kodachrome as a cover which I thought was great but made me feel pretty darn old.
They ended with "see you Boston, back sooner than you think" which I'm not sure was rock goodbye 101 or anything meaningful but it was a good time, definitely worth getting out of the house for on a Friday night.
I heard Dawes played a really great set.
What did you think of BT? (I also heard Belle Brigade was good)..that's so early...wow.
I saw the show in philly on Thursday.
The drummer from Dawes cracks me up. Strange movements and faces, but did you see how basic his kit was? He plays the hell out of it.
Belle Brigade opened up, and they were pretty good. I recognized the female singer, she was Jenny Lewis' drummer for her solo tours. BT was next. I'm not completely blown away by them, not a fan of the guys voice, and some of the guitar solos seemed out of place or forced, but they were energetic and warmed the crowd up quite well.
I had high hopes for Dawes' set, and they kind of blew me away. They played as a 5 piece that night, adding a guitarist who really knew their material and actually added valuable depth to the songs. They played a fantastic mix of old and new, and really, really rocked the place. As much as they may sound like a studio band on their albums, they seriously bring it. "Peace in the Valley" had an awesome descending rock jam at the end, in the vein of "At Least That's What You Said" or Crazy Horse/Neil. You could hear a pin drop during the quieter songs, and the band seemed to genuinely enjoy hearing the crowd sing back during "When My Time Comes". Definitely one of the best shows I've seen this year.
Just annoucned theyre playing Bluesfest (same festival MMJ are coming out for) in April. Listening to the Daytrotter sessions as its proving hard to track down their records here. They sound great.
What chance they are added as the supprt for the Jacket sideshows? That would be pretty cool...
While i wait for my imported copies to arrive I 'aquired' both records over the weekend. I think each time I listen to them I get a new favorite song!
At the moment its Million Dollar Bill...
Quote from: ralph on Dec 21, 2011, 08:46 PM
Just annoucned theyre playing Bluesfest (same festival MMJ are coming out for) in April. Listening to the Daytrotter sessions as its proving hard to track down their records here. They sound great.
What chance they are added as the supprt for the Jacket sideshows? That would be pretty cool...
Ha! ;) Added as support for the Jacket shows!
Quote from: ralph on Jan 10, 2012, 06:36 PM
While i wait for my imported copies to arrive I 'aquired' both records over the weekend. I think each time I listen to them I get a new favorite song!
At the moment its Million Dollar Bill...
middle brothers version of million dollar bill is fucking amazing.
Dawes, feat. Mumford & Sons - "When My Time Comes" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ljVeFB4E5E#ws)
Dawes w/ Mumford and sons. Johnny Corndawg and Johnny Mac from Deer Tick make a guest appearance.
http://www.summerstage.org/calendar/dawes-kurt-vile-and-the-violators/ (http://www.summerstage.org/calendar/dawes-kurt-vile-and-the-violators/)
I will most definitely be going to this one. Never been to one of these free shows in Central Park, do you need tickets or do I just show up?
Quote from: Murph on Apr 23, 2012, 05:43 PM
http://www.summerstage.org/calendar/dawes-kurt-vile-and-the-violators/ (http://www.summerstage.org/calendar/dawes-kurt-vile-and-the-violators/)
I will most definitely be going to this one. Never been to one of these free shows in Central Park, do you need tickets or do I just show up?
Free?!?! Nice!!
I hadn't heard any Dawes before they supported MMJ but I thought they were really good musicians and I liked When My Time Comes a lot. I wasn't too fussed about the other songs though. But I had that one song stuck in my head all through Bluesfest so I just might have to give them another chance.
I'm liking the new song. Much like Arbouretum, they're sound hasn't evolved all that much and I don't care one bit.
I have invested in some Dawes since I last posted in this thread. I bought a Dawes/Justin Townes Earle split vinyl from Daytrotter. I really like The Way You Laugh.
I'm not really into the new song...hope the rest of the album is better.
I'm just really hoping for no lyrics about mashed potatoes and chicken wings. I skip that song every time and it made me cringe when I heard them sing it at Newport last year.
Album stream on Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=pe_288950_28936180_pe_button/?docId=1001119591&ie=UTF8 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=pe_288950_28936180_pe_button/?docId=1001119591&ie=UTF8)
Quote from: marino13 on Feb 14, 2013, 01:15 PM
I'm just really hoping for no lyrics about mashed potatoes and chicken wings. I skip that song every time and it made me cringe when I heard them sing it at Newport last year.
Me too! And i think the rest of that song is pretty good.
Quote from: marino13 on Feb 14, 2013, 01:15 PM
I'm just really hoping for no lyrics about mashed potatoes and chicken wings. I skip that song every time and it made me cringe when I heard them sing it at Newport last year.
lyrically, this album may hit a new low for me..
Yeah the first run through of the album was disappointing for me.
Fire Away solo is one of my favorites
Agree 110%
I was very underwhelmed hearing whatever song I heard off the new record. That's my first impression but after hearing that I'm not nearly as excited to hear the rest. I'll still check it out though.
Quote from: marino13 on Feb 14, 2013, 01:15 PM
I'm just really hoping for no lyrics about mashed potatoes and chicken wings. I skip that song every time and it made me cringe when I heard them sing it at Newport last year.
I cringe at those lyrics and at the lead singer's deliberately messy hair.
I liked most of the first 2 albums but nothing stands out on this one after listening twice.
Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 04, 2013, 11:08 AM
Quote from: marino13 on Feb 14, 2013, 01:15 PM
I'm just really hoping for no lyrics about mashed potatoes and chicken wings. I skip that song every time and it made me cringe when I heard them sing it at Newport last year.
lyrically, this album may hit a new low for me..
The first line of the first song had something about buying your girl glamour shots at the mall. Once I heard that, I probably didn't give the rest of the album a fair chance. For some, I'm sure this type of specific lyric writing (glamour shots, chicken wings) adds color to the song. For me, that color is brown, turd-brown. I doubt I will pick this one up.
Quote from: marino13 on Apr 10, 2013, 11:10 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 04, 2013, 11:08 AM
Quote from: marino13 on Feb 14, 2013, 01:15 PM
I'm just really hoping for no lyrics about mashed potatoes and chicken wings. I skip that song every time and it made me cringe when I heard them sing it at Newport last year.
lyrically, this album may hit a new low for me..
The first line of the first song had something about buying your girl glamour shots at the mall. Once I heard that, I probably didn't give the rest of the album a fair chance. For some, I'm sure this type of specific lyric writing (glamour shots, chicken wings) adds color to the song. For me, that color is brown, turd-brown. I doubt I will pick this one up.
i'm a fan of literal lyrics (see Drive-by Truckers) but it's a bit too far..
Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 10, 2013, 02:12 PM
Quote from: marino13 on Apr 10, 2013, 11:10 AM
Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 04, 2013, 11:08 AM
Quote from: marino13 on Feb 14, 2013, 01:15 PM
I'm just really hoping for no lyrics about mashed potatoes and chicken wings. I skip that song every time and it made me cringe when I heard them sing it at Newport last year.
lyrically, this album may hit a new low for me..
The first line of the first song had something about buying your girl glamour shots at the mall. Once I heard that, I probably didn't give the rest of the album a fair chance. For some, I'm sure this type of specific lyric writing (glamour shots, chicken wings) adds color to the song. For me, that color is brown, turd-brown. I doubt I will pick this one up.
i'm a fan of literal lyrics (see Drive-by Truckers) but it's a bit too far..
Agree, never felt that way about DBT. This is just a little too cheesy. First album was fine, it seems to be getting worse with each new release.
I have listened to them before, and did not really remember much of what I heard. Checked out their last album today. Now I remember why I did not remember. ZZZZZZZZZ. I thought of a few ways to describe them for those who have not heard them.
Jackson Brown Jr.
Americana-ish music for those who don't like Americana
Testosterone Free:For Her Pleasure
One band that should never play a show at night. Some of us are old, and don't need sleep inducing tunes after sunset.This is best heard sitting in the grass with Boones Farm in the sun in June. You are supposed to doze off then.
It is not terrible music, but it is about as exiting as Ambrosia.
I saw them open for Conor, and I have to agree.
I remember seeing them years ago, around 09 or so with Blitzen Trapper and all I could think about was this is basically a "Dawson's Creek" soundtrack, not really my thing.
Most people know my feelings for Dawes, and it isn't a positive one.
Well, I saw them recently here in Iowa City, after a long chat with Taylor about how great MMJ are, and it was fine. For $25 on a mid-week eve, I was satisfied. I'd prefer many other bands as part of OBH2, but they're tight with MMJ and its their choice. I can live with it.
Those 1st 2 records are gold. I'd rather 2 Dawes sets at OBH2 than 2 BOH sets...
I don't really care who opens up for them. I'm there for 3 2.5 hour MMJ shows. Actually, the less I care for the openers, the more rested and less impaired I may be for the real show.
is Dawes worth seeing? I thought I had seen them before but starting to think I haven't. Haven't been blown away by any of their music I've listened to. They're playing tonight in a tiny venue just a mile or so from my house, not sure they're worth $20 and staying up way past my bed time on a work night (yeah, I'm 40).
Quote from: walterfredo on Oct 08, 2014, 03:02 PM
is Dawes worth seeing? I thought I had seen them before but starting to think I haven't. Haven't been blown away by any of their music I've listened to. They're playing tonight in a tiny venue just a mile or so from my house, not sure they're worth $20 and staying up way past my bed time on a work night (yeah, I'm 40).
I caught Dawes in Iowa City last fall and enjoyed it. I spoke with Taylor for a bit before the show. Their set was solid. That said, you seem less than enthused... And, of course, they'll be at OBH.
I saw them open twice, most recently for Conor Oberst and was underwhelmed both times. I then saw them back Conor Oberst and they fucking ripped. I came to the realization while I watched the show that they are a really awesome backing band. I would see them back up Conor again in a heartbeat.
And I don't say that in a disrespectful way at all. I mean it as a compliment even though it doesn't sound like one.
http://m.pitchfork.com/news/61311-dawes-enlist-conor-oberst-brandon-flowers-my-morning-jacket-for-all-your-favorite-bands-video/
My morning jacket in new Dawes video
Saw these guys last night in London, they were awesome! Been a fan ever since I saw them open for MMJ at Shepard's Bush Empire in 2015. They were on fire and the crowd was wild! I was at the barrier for the whole show with some of their hardcore fans that follow them everywhere who were all saying it was one of their best ever shows. Really nice of Taylor to hang out at the merch stand after the show and talk to everyone too, he's a really nice guy!
Their music is so much bigger live. As much as I love their albums I really hope they manage to replicate their live sound in the studio some day, on stage they're a whole other level!
Just popping in to mention their new album "Misadventures of Doomscroller" which they seem to be releasing one song at a time... each song featuring some kind of jam - some quite hefty! Their last few albums, whilst enjoyable did feel a bit "autopilot" in places.
They sound really refreshed on this one, and the jams feel totally natural and breezy. These songs sound much closer to how they sound live, which is a great thing! Because as I said above a few years ago they are much better live than on record!
Thanks for the heads up, the new song is pretty nice, digging it!
Definitely like their jam style.
A long time ago I think I saw Simon Dawes but can't really recall since it's been so long. Haven't really followed them but I'm going to check out some more tunes....
Dawes is easily a top 3 band for me (with MMJ and Wilco), and this is definitely their best album since All Your Favorite Bands. He's always been a great songwriter but this pushes the limits for them in every possible way, and the jams are incredible.
Good call on this Lucius, this might be the best music they've released in quite some time! They are a great time live and these tunes capture that magic.
It's somewhat similar to the ST MMJ album, in that they work some longer jams into the studio versions of the songs. It feels more natural and will lend to an even better live show.
Quote from: Lucius on Jul 11, 2022, 06:53 AMJust popping in to mention their new album "Misadventures of Doomscroller" which they seem to be releasing one song at a time... each song featuring some kind of jam - some quite hefty! Their last few albums, whilst enjoyable did feel a bit "autopilot" in places.
They sound really refreshed on this one, and the jams feel totally natural and breezy. These songs sound much closer to how they sound live, which is a great thing! Because as I said above a few years ago they are much better live than on record!
I am now totally into Dawes! Thank you folks for helping me on that front :)
I really dig that song All your favorite Bands!!