San Diego State’s Autumn Poetry Reading features poets Brian Teare and Rae Armantrout from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Monday at Scripps Cottage. This event, free and open to the public, is sponsored not only by SDSU’s Poetry Society, but is also supported by Poetry International and the Hugh C. Hyde Living Writers Series.
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San Diego will receive plenty of 'Satisfaction' at 4th & B tomorrow
A taste of heaven will be spun with “hella” good electro-house music for 4th & B’s Halloween Heaven & Hell party featuring Benny Benassi tomorrow night. This event is bound to be a hot spot for the 21 and older crowd of electronic music enthusiasts who are looking for a freakishly memorable time.
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What better way to kickoff Halloween than to rock out at a pre-Halloween free concert?
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Midwest rap icon Tech N9ne returns to San Diego this Saturday where he will be performing at House of Blues. This will be the last of four California stops on his “K.O.D. Tour 2009,” which has consecutive U.S. dates scheduled through November. Known for his high-energy performances and elaborate set designs, the show should generate a large response.
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Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but they’re Rob Thomas’ best friend too. The singer’s latest hit “Her Diamonds,” off his newest record “Cradlesong,” will be showcased next Wednesday night at San Diego State’s at Open Air Theatre.
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Times are always tough for college students. The constant struggle of finding events that offer an array of sights and sounds, without coughing up cash is almost extinct. Well, almost. The fifth-annual Smokin’ in the Park barbecue is offering free admission to those willing to soak in the smell of great barbecue and the sounds of soulful music from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, at the Viejas Casino and Outlet Center in Alpine.
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Scottish sensation Snow Patrol will be playing at SDSU with Plain White T’s this Saturday.
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Who knew vacuuming could be so funny? In San Diego State’s newest play “The Clean House,” doing chores takes on a whole new spin. The plot centers around a young Brazilian woman named Matilda, whose parents are the funniest people in the country.
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Circling the musical wagons for more than 20 years, Pearl Jam (Eddie Vedder / guitar, vocals, Stone Gossard / guitar, Jeff Ament / bass, Mike McCready / guitar, Matt Cameron / drums and percussion) has built a remarkably consistent career in terms of quality, success and principles.
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The Daily Aztec gets chatty about San Diego State's new play "Dear Harvey"
Any child can talk about the greats: Abraham Lincoln, Mahatma Gandhi, Rosa Parks, to name a few. But what about those who changed lives and didn’t make the history books? Harvey Milk, the first openly gay political candidate, is one such person. Although he was as much an activist as any other famous political figure, what he fought for was more forbidden. His battle for gay rights and AIDS awareness may have been one of the first, but it was not the last. Now, the lives he changed and people he impacted can be seen in San Diego State’s latest play “Dear Harvey.” Recently, The Daily Aztec was able to sit down with actor Derek Smith for an interview.
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In continuation of San Diego State Associated Students’ free student events, Aztec Nights, a concert will be held on campus tomorrow. The event will feature the mixed-reggae genre group, Pepper, hailing from Kailua Kona, Hawaii. The mellow-toned trio is currently moving its way through the U.S. on a tour from California to New York.
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Welcome, The Entrance Band. Finally, a contemporary band that embodies the aural soul so many talented musicians in the ‘70s possessed.
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Eye-catching lights and soaring sounds from an unbeatable music troupe recreates one of the most memorable acts from the ‘60s: Pink Floyd. Since its 1988 formation in Adelaide, Australia, The Australian Pink Floyd Show proves it has other things in mind than just throwing another shrimp on the barbie. Among the sea of tribute bands, TAPFS proves again and again that its talent is unparalleled and continues to draw attention to tribute show enthusiasts worldwide. The members even managed to impress David Gilmour, original Pink Floyd guitarist and vocalist, enough to hire TAPFS to perform at his 50th birthday party.
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Local bands will perform at the 19th annual San Diego Music Awards
Music-making has been around ever since cavemen figured out a beat can be made by banging two rocks together. San Diego, being a subtle music hub of modern jams, will take notice to the art of music-making at next week’s 19th annual San Diego Music Awards. Every year, local musicians and supporters alike gather to celebrate the competitive side of the music world.
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Founding Grateful Dead guitarist and new band to perform at Humphreys
Legendary promoter Bill Graham once said of The Grateful Dead, “They’re not the best at what they do, they’re the only ones that do what they do.” As the years continue to pass on, the music has never stopped for former band member Bob Weir.
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One of the best things about having a diverse and urbane campus is the music that makes its way to our Aztec Center Patio. Locals, hip-hop, rock, reggae and more make musical debuts on our very own soil for students and faculty to enjoy, usually midday to relieve those in between lectures. Next Wednesday, Sept. 2, bay area indie-rock group Wendy Darling will be at The Patio for a noon performance as a fall semester treat.
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Texas blues band to provide southern comfort for fans
Bread from authentic down south blues and gravy, Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears will be marking its grainy spot in San Diego this weekend at the 25th annual Street Scene festival in the East Village of downtown.
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For the first time since its triumphant premiere in December of 2005, Disney’s “The Lion King” is making an encore performance in San Diego. The play will run from Oct. 13 through Nov. 8 at the San Diego Civic Theatre.
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Is it true? Sean Lennon, son of John Lennon, and respected independent filmmaker and artist Vincent Gallo making a stop to perform in San Diego? True, indeed. Friday at Anthology will be an epic night of Gallo and Lennon with special opening act The Ghost Of A Saber Toothed Tiger.
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Pissed Jeans lead vocalist Matt Korvette gives insight on beaches, music and pee
In the abyss of contemporary music, there are bands that are often overlooked despite the quality and passion that is created. This is usually because of an unwillingness to conform to mainstream standards. This is also considered a positive and revered ideal for true music lovers. One such band that has not broken out into the pretentiously clichéd sound is Pissed Jeans.
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Full of new material and ready to unleash it to the masses, The Bloody Hollies are back with a showcase at San Diego’s Soda Bar. The Daily Aztec recently caught up with The Bloody Hollies’ lead singer and guitarist Wesley Doyle just before the band’s riveting performance Friday, July 10 with fellow San Diegans Apes Of Wrath at Bar Pink, to talk about what’s going on in his mind and future plans of the band. If you missed this show be sure to be at Soda Bar on Tuesday to catch The Bloody Hollies and its killer mix of punk and blues in the intimate setting.
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If you love making fun of reality TV shows and the latest celebrity gossip, there’s a solid chance you’ve heard the name Joel McHale at some point in your TV-viewing moments. For those who don’t know, McHale is the brilliantly hilarious host of E! Network’s “The Soup.” While he is probably most well-known for his work on this show, which he’s been a part of since 2004, he has also been involved in a plethora of other projects in Hollywood.
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It’s unclear whether this San Francisco-based band used the heroine of the childhood favorite tale, “Peter Pan,” as an influence for its name. But what is flawlessly apparent, is that Wendy Darling’s sound and style are becoming more recognized with each live show and each spin of its debut album, “Half-Told Bedtime Stories …”
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What a year it’s been for Dirty Projectors. Seriously. Earlier this month, it released its latest record, “Bitte Orca,” to which www.Stereogum.com posed the question, “Wait, Is Bitte Orca The Best Album of 2009?”
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With a respectable decade of music making under its belt, Dredg has recently released its fourth full-length album “The Pariah, the Parrot, the Delusion,” to much interest. With live shows that often pair its progressive rock sound with various art and light installations, Dredg is unique in its genre with a wide-spanning fan base. The Daily Aztec recently spoke with vocalist Gavin Hayes on Dredg beginnings, the direction its sound and style have gone and one notable German bus driver.
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Country and folk stars Emmylou Harris, Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin and Buddy Miller will unite under the name Three Girls and Their Buddy at 7:30 p.m. next Tuesday, at Humphrey’s Concerts By The Bay.
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Local band, The Moviegoers will once again return to The Casbah with its indie rock and pop-infused sound. Adding both a feminine and masculine touch, lo-fi elements and a creative flair makes The Moviegoers a definite set to watch. The Daily Aztec recently approached band members Richard Hunter-Rivera, Jordan Heimer, Jessica Monday and Carlos Robles to discuss its influences, direction and its love for the San Diego music scene.
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Polly Jean Harvey, aka PJ, has been a staple in girl-driven indie rock for more than 15 years now, and it seems she’s not letting up anytime soon.
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Summer is not only a time for sunbathing and lazy days; it’s also a ripe time for a musical experience. These previews are showcasing the noteworthy concerts coming up locally. For the full stories and interviews, log onto www.thedailyaztec.com.
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Watch out San Diego, “King of the South,” rapper T.I., will make his last California performance on March 17 before heading to jail. The farewell concert will take place at the San Diego Sports Arena at 7 p.m.
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Get ready for an extra spooky Friday the 13 with San Diego’s own creepers, The Creepy Creeps.
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It’s the Sub City Take Action Tour — an all-ages show all about giving back
What’s better than five of your favorite bands all playing together? Five of your favorite bands playing together to help make a difference. Last Wednesday, the 2009 Sub City Take Action Tour began, featuring bands Cute Is What We Aim For, Meg & Dia, Breathe Carolina, Every Avenue and Anarbor. Headliner Cute Is What We Aim For has had its fair share of woes since its inception in 2005, but despite the drama surrounding the group, it has consistently been a huge success — especially on MySpace. This tour should give the bandmembers the positive press they need in light of rumors of song theft and other naysayers who seem to be jealous of their blitzkreig-like rise to fame.
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Lights, camera, action. Next week, the city will roll out the red carpet with pride as it welcomes back the seventh annual San Diego Film Festival 2008. Celebrity lifestyle with a local twist, the SDFF provides San Diego the unique experience of taking a firsthand look at both international and homegrown films.
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Bored with your average beer pong game? Sick of trekking down to the Aztec Center bowling alley? Know nothing of the music scene that San Diego has to offer? Here's your weekly guide to shows and concerts that might tickle your auditory taste buds.
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