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Afghan Whigs Unleash Their Beast at The Showbox (Photo Slideshow)
By Brent Stavig on April 20, 2014
By Brent Stavig Photos by Mocha Charlie Tax Day 2014 in Seattle was rainy and windy, and finding parking near the Showbox at the Market...
Neil Finn’s Murkey Depths at Neptune Theatre (Photo slideshow)
By Brent Stavig on April 5, 2014
There are several smells that I don’t necessarily want to be part of my concert experience. One is popcorn, another is calamari, and patchouli holds...
Live Review: Mudhoney Slays at Tractor Tavern’s 20th Anniversary Bash
By Brent Stavig on February 19, 2014
Perhaps the testosterone-dominant crowd was still permeated by post-Valentine’s Day resentment, but as soon as I entered the Tractor on a rainy and windy Saturday...
Glen Campbell’s long goodbye to Seattle
By Brent Stavig on December 8, 2012
SMI contributor Brent Stavig shares his thoughts on Glen Campbell’s last Seattle performance…. I wasn’t sure what to expect from the Glen Campbell Farewell Tour...
Live Review: Matthew Sweet Breaks Up With His “Girlfriend” at The Triple Door
By Brent Stavig on April 30, 2012
Matthew Sweet at Triple Door 4/26/2012 In my opinion, there’s a right way and wrong way to commemorate the 20th anniversary of a legendary album that’s...
Live Review: The 1 Uppers notch it up at The Royal Room
By Brent Stavig on March 24, 2012
The 1 Uppers at the Royal Room – 5000 Rainier Avenue South – March 15th Columbia City is an interesting place. Recently cited as...