Last night I ventured to JAX’s return of Indie Schminie which she pointed out I have perfect attendance. It was at The Scene which is a tiny little dive bar with an easy atmosphere and great drink prices. They’ve got a little stage that sounds pretty good + pool table + photobooth + Mrs. Pacman / Galaga. I made it to the fourth stage playing Mrs. Pacman which I was fairly pleased with. It’s a small place but felt really cozy. Plus any beer for 4 bucks had me going back for Newcastles often. Now onto the music but first a short story.
Adrian Grenier was there. Of all places – a tiny dive bar in Glendale. I was actually starstruck. I couldn’t believe it. I was probably such a little girl about it because I watch Entourage alot. I asked him when the new episodes were on, he told me April which I also just found out from the website. I almost didn’t recognize him because he was sporting a sweet beard and hanging out with the guys from The Good Listeners. All in all – the combination of music, friends, and a star sighting made it a great night.
Now the music.
For mp3’s from each band – head to Rock Insider.
The following is in order from openers to headliners. (Mezzanine Owls)
I missed Civil At Rest which I’m a little dissapointed about but it’s okay.
Civil At Rest: Myspace | Official Website
Tandemoro
Never heard these guys until the show. Jaxxy told me I’d like them – and I do. Good ole indie pop I can never get away from it. Notable Highlight was a Devo cover of uhhh that one song I forget. You would know it. Lead singer Mike Griffin’s voice sounded a little harsh (he may of had a cold or I might be a dbag and that’s his style) but the music and lyrics are good.
Tandemoro: Myspace | Official Website
The Good Listeners
The Good Listeners are all talent. ALL. They’ve fused together all kinds of instruments into awesome indie pop rock songs. Like the picture above they had a projector setup – yet the funny part no video. Just the blue light for the whole deal. I was kinda waiting for something to happen yet nothing so that’s just the way it goes. I think lead singer (Nathan?) told us at the start of their set there was no video but hey whatever. Great set, these guys really know what they are doing and it shows in the music.
The Good Listeners: Myspace | Official Website
Mezzanine Owls
The Mez Owls were the main reason I went out to the show last night. I’ve been excited about the owls since around the time of this post. All good songs, all good times. They seemed really “together” if you know what I mean. They hung around before the show, went up there and did their thing and did it well. I honestly don’t have much to say about the performance, it was just good. A solid good performance to add to their buzz and soon to be fame and fortune. We can only hope.
The Mezzanine Owls Myspace | Official Website
