Saturday, February 4, 2012

Skyline photo by Andy Snow

Explosion in Local Music

Vanity Theft playing First Friday at Riverscape

It is often assumed that there is no local music scene in Dayton. Dear music fans, nothing could be further from the truth! We have a literal explosion of new music from bands of numerous musical genres, approaches, and styles happening right now. Once the Gem City was considered the post-punk haven for groups such… (continue…)

Turkish Delights Return to the Stage with South Park Tavern Show

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We haven’t heard much from the Turkish Delights since early this spring, but we’re very happy to report that the band is back in action with a show on Saturday at South Park Tavern.  The Turkish Delights will perform with the Smug Brothers, who are putting the final touching on their forthcoming EP, Treasure Virgins. … (continue…)

This Week on Kaleidoscope: The Fervor

The Fervor / Photo by Frankie Steele

Louisville’s The Fervor have been making a name for themselves here in Dayton having performed at Canal Street Tavern and more recently, South Park Tavern. The band will return to SPT tonight to celebrate the release of their new album, Arise, Great Warrior on Karate Body Records. They’ll share the bill with the Smug Brothers… (continue…)

Thursday Night: Smug Brothers and Turkish Delights

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Another great weekend of music in Dayton kicks off Thursday at South Park Tavern.  Local favorites the Smug Brothers will will join the Turkish Delights in welcoming Columbus’ Kyle Sowashes to town.  This all-ages show gets started around 9pm – perfect for grabbing a later dinner at South Park Tavern.

Smug Brothers, Motel Beds, and John Gassett Unveil New Albums at Blind Bob’s

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It’s certainly a cause for celebration whenever a local artist releases a new album, but on Saturday, February 6th, the excitement will be tripled.  The Smug Brothers, the Motel Beds and John Gassett will each be releasing a new album that night at Blind Bob’s in the Oregon District.  Toads and Mice will round out… (continue…)

Swearing at Motorists: WYSO on Wednesday, Canal Street on Thursday

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Back in mid-September there were whispers that Swearing at Motorists would be returning to Dayton after a 3 year hiatus and performing a single US show at Canal Street Tavern.  Those whispers have turned into shouts of joy as the show date rapidly approaches.  Tomorrow night (Thursday, Oct 29) Dave Doughman will be joined onstage… (continue…)

Idle Hands and the Devil’s Plaything

…by this point, we’re fairly certain most of you are aware of the pending arrival of one Dave Doughman to the Gem City next Thursday, October 29 for a single performance of Swearing at Motorists at Canal Street Tavern. Along with original drummer Don Thrasher, S@M will perform, in its entirety, the acclaimed 2000 album,… (continue…)