This weekend brings a couple of big-name band reunions (Afghan Whigs, Hammerbox), a couple of big-name solo acts (Jay Farrar and Scott Kelly) and some super-scary drone/noise (Dried Up Corpse.) Let’s have a look.
FRIDAY
1. Benefit for James Atkins
A massive lineup of grade-A Northwest rock performs at Chop Suey, as part of a benefit for Hammerbox bassist James Atkins. Since it’s sold out, everyone has graciously scheduled an all-ages matinee show for tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 pm.
2. Scott Kelly
“His current collaborative tour with experimental saxophonist Bruce Lamont proves that Kelly is still determined to defy expectations and toy with aural possibilities.” -Scott Kelly
3. Yann Novak
“His specialty is severely honed, long-form microsound compositions that fluctuate ever so slightly, in the manner of Éliane Radigue and Eleh. Usually augmented by field recordings, Novak’s output represents some of the purest, most patiently unspooling music around now, ideal for headphone-enabled stress relief.” -Dave Segal
