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About laurenlibrarian

Small town librarian, history buff, music gourmand, film geek, aspiring poker player, Denver Nuggets enthusiast.

JOHN HENRY AND THE ENGINE: 8/11/12 – OPEN HIGHWAY MUSIC FESTIVAL

It’s not often a local act gets to book great talent and perform at a music festival, but musician John Henry with his band, the Engine, accomplished both brilliantly at the recent Open Highway Music Festival at Off Broadway. John … Continue reading

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Cloud Nothings and 1,2,3 play impressive sets at The Luminary [Live Review]

By Lauren Smalley “Holy shit!” This was the sentiment shouted by one, but shared by all at the Luminary Center for the Arts on Monday night during and after the incendiary set by Cloud Nothings. I thought it was going to be … Continue reading

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Openers the Front Bottoms and Fake Problems impress Say Anything fans at Firebird [Live Review]

Seeing bands that one really likes open for less attractive headliners usually tends to be a disappointing experience. This is especially true if there are four or more bands on the bill and the sets are clipped short. Mostly it’s just a … Continue reading

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A Great Big Pile of Leaves, Mansions, and Young Statues at FUBAR – 3/21/12 [Live Review]

It’s noon the day after and my ears are still ringing from last night’s show. I have been seeing loud concerts in small venues for 14 years, which is half my life, and I can remember maybe five shows that … Continue reading

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Los Campesinos! shakes the Chicago audience at the Metro [Live Review]

By Lauren Smalley When a band writes albums centered around heartbreak, death, failed hook-ups, and misery you might expect the live show to be emotional and dark – with an almost reverential audience. Despite the angsty subject matter of Los … Continue reading

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