New On Sales for Friday, April 6

Happy Friday everyone! We have some great on sales coming up today. As always, tickets are available at www.ticketalternative.com and our outlets.

On sale today at 10:00 a.m.

Rock and Roll Hotel (Washington, D.C.)
- Black Clouds (Saturday, May 12)
- The Impact Is Imminent: A Benefit For The Wounded Warrior Project (Saturday, May 26)
- Hurt (Thursday, May 31)
- Michael Kiwanuka (Saturday, June 16)

The EARL (Atlanta, GA)
- Penguin Prison (Tuesday, May 22)

Juanita’s (Little Rock, AR)
- Thread (Saturday, April 28)
- Crossfade (Tuesday, June 19)

Smith’s Olde Bar (Atlanta, GA)
- Hill Roberts and Naked Money/Nick Johnson & Friends (Saturday, April 14)
- Gregory Alan Isakov (Monday, May 14)
- Sara Watkins (of Nickel Creek) (Saturday, June 9)
- Joe Purdy (Saturday, June 23)

Onsale today at 12:00 p.m.

DC9 (Washington, D.C.)
- Races (Monday, May 7)
- The Aggrolites (Monday, May 14)
- Beat Connection (Sunday, July 1)

Black Cat (Washington, D.C.)
- The Mousetrap (Friday, April 20)
- America Hearts (Monday, April 23)
- Neil Hamburger (Monday, June 18)

The Loft (Atlanta, GA)
- Ralph Stanley (Friday, May 18)

Red Palace (Washington, D.C.)
- Doctor Who Burlesque (Friday, April 27)

Revolution Music Room (Little Rock, AR)
- Adelita’s Way (Wednesday, May 9)

5GB With Satori Trova; Playing Rock and Roll Hotel, April 7th

Satori Trova, a Washington, D.C.-based experimental rock band that has been gaining a steady following across the area,is bringingits synthesis of soul and indie rock to the Rock and Roll Hotel again on April 7th. The show this Saturday is a single release party for their upcoming album due out in May. They are also doing a fundraising campaign through Pledge Music, and some of the proceeds will be going to charity.  They joined us for our 5GB series before their show.

What was the first gig you ever went to?

Avi: The first show I ever saw was Guns and Roses and Soundgarden at Madison Square Garden in 1992.

Liora: Spice Girls.  I was 12.

Dave:  The first gig I ever went too was a keith sweat show, but if you’re talking about the first gig I played it was at a community center in Chatam NJ back in the 80s.

Tommi: The Supreme’s at the Carter Baron.

Stephen: The first gig I ever went to was Weird Al Yankovic when I was in 4th Grade.  The rest is history.

Regina: Lollapalooza 1994…. Smashing pumpkins, Breeders, the Boredoms, Beastie Boys, and George Clinton. Yes.
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5GB With The Dirty Guv’nahs; Playing The Red Palace, April 5th

Knoxville’s The Dirty Guv’nuh’s have been consistently touring around the South gaining a steady following with their distinct roots, funk, blues and country-rock sound. Their latest album, Youth Is In Our Blood, was produced by two-time Grammy-winner Justin Guip (Levon Helm, The Black Crowes) at Helm’s renowned barn/studio in Woodstock, NY. They are voted Knoxville’s Best Band for the past three years, and joined us for our 5GB Series before their show tomorrow at The Red Palace.

What was the first gig you ever went to?

Our first show was a benefit concert in Knoxville for a non-profit called Invisible Children. We had never played in front of anybody and our set was 30 minutes long. 3 originals and 3 covers. I’d love to see some video footage of that… it was pretty rough.

What is the best gig that you ever played/performed at?

TIE. My favorite gigs ever were Bonnaroo, and opening for Levon Helm Band in Woodstock, NY. Levon asked us to take the stage with him for encore and asked me to sing the first verse of “The Weight.”

What is the best gig you have ever been to?

I saw My Morning Jacket at a small club in our hometown about 8 years ago. It was one of the most rock and roll moments of my life.

Gig you would most like to play?

Every video of Glastonbury looks incredible. My number one goal though is to headline Madison Square Garden one day.

What would be the lineup for your dream gig?

Opening for The Rolling Stones or Paul McCartney would be the most outrageous thing dream-able. Realistically, we’d love to tour with My Morning Jacket, The Avett Brothers or Dave Matthews Band.

Catch The Dirty Guv’nah’s tomorrow at The Red Palace, D.C..

5GB With Gentleman Hall; Playing DC9, Wednesday, April 4th

Boston synth-rockers, Gentlemen Hall are not slaves to the keyboard…all members are Berklee College of Music graduates, and play multiple instruments. In 2009 MTV awarded them the Video Music Award (VMA) for “Best Breakout Boston Artist.” In 2010 the Boston Phoenix named them “Best New Local Act.” Gentlemen Hall has shared the stage with the likes of Black Eyed Peas, Nicki Minaj, One Republic, Britney Spears, Lil’ Wayne, Rihanna, Swizz Beatz, LMFAO, Beyonce, Ke$ha, Cee-Lo Green,  Taking Back Sunday, and All Time Low. They joined us before their show tomorrow night at DC9.

What was the first gig you ever went to?

Cobi – MC Hammer
Brad – Phish
Seth – DMB
Ro – Moody Blues
Gavin – Weird Al
Phil – something in kindergarten

What is the best gig that you ever played/performed at?

Everywhere we’ve gone has been a really good time but it seems like no matter where it is, house parties are almost always the best.  There are no age limits, rules, agitated bouncers, hang-ups about what is acceptable behavior.  Just a ton of people enjoying a great experience together.

What is the best gig you have ever been to?

Wow, that’s a toughie.  As a collective group, probably Muse last year.  Talk about top-notch musicians, light show and stage presence.

Gig you would most like to play?

Anywhere the vibe and the acts are great.  Outdoor shows are always fun.

What would be the lineup for your dream gig?

We’d be opening for The Beatles, and it would be in outer space.

Catch Gentleman Hall tomorrow at  DC9, D.C..

Ten Dollar Tuesday!

Happy Ten Dollar Tuesday everyone! We’ve got lots of great events available for just $10 a ticket – so have a look and get yourself some entertainment!

The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band at Star Bar, April 4

Satori Trova at Rock and Roll Hotel, April 7

Peelander-Z at DC9, April 15

Bleu Edmondson at Stickyz Rock’n'Roll Chicken Shack, April 27

Retribution Gospel Choir (Low’s Alan Sparhawk) at The Red Palace, April 28

Get the whole list of shows HERE.

5GB With Pomegranates; Playing DC9 Tomorrow, April 3rd

Cincinnati may not be known for having the greatest rock scene, but it does ok…As is seen with indie rockers, Pomegranates, who although are only a couple of years old, are gaining some steady heat.  The band caught the ear of music aficionados and taste makers across the country with the likes of KEXP, WOXY, and numerous other independent and college stations nation-wide that fell for the bands’ quirky pop stylings, helping Pomegranates reach #20 most added for their first week on CMJ‘s charts. The blog circuit jumped on board as well, allowing Pomegranates to charm their way to #11 on Elbo.ws blog aggregate.  Artists such as French Kicksand Islands took notice of Pomegranates’ dynamic live set, inviting them out on the road, a place this burgeoning band has found a fast home. They joined us for our 5GB series before their show tomorrow at DC9.

What was the first gig you ever went to?

The first one I remember wasnt so much a gig as a ‘concert’ at a church. Phil Keaggy who is a pretty legendary guitar player, and Michael Card, a singer songwriter type who used lots of hammer dulcimer. I remember having my mind blown when Phil Keaggy started looping stuff. I dont think I evenknew guitar effects existed at the time. Haha.

What is the best gig that you ever played/performed at?

Best gig we played… hm. Monolith Festival in Red Rocks a few years ago was a fun experience. Our last show at Southgate House here in Kentucky was a really fun and uplifting moment as far as our actual performance goes. We ended up crowd surfing as a band for a moment for some photos and took the photo for the album art for Heaven.

What is the best gig you have ever been to?

I remember being blown away by Mew several years ago. We toured with some great bands such as Aloha, Figurines, and French Kicks who all had some great nights.

Gig you would most like to play?

Just to experience it, opening an arena show for a band like Coldplay or U2 would be incredible.

What would be the lineup for your dream gig?

The Firebird in St. Louis with Wye Oak, French Kicks, Spoon, The War on Drugs, Coldplay, U2, Bruce Springsteen, Eels, Foster the People, Neil Young, Young the Giant, The Rapture, and Spiritualized.

Catch Pomegranates tomorrow at  DC9, D.C..

New On Sales for Friday, March 30

Happy Friday everyone! We have some great on sales coming up today. As always, tickets are available at www.ticketalternative.com and our outlets.

On sale today at 10:00 a.m.

The 40 Watt Club (Athens, GA)
- Reptar (CD Release) (Friday, May 4)

529 (Atlanta, GA)
- Bass Drum of Death (Thursday, June 7)

Crestline Village Lawn (Mountain Brook, AL)
- Ezell’s Funky Fish Fry (Saturday, April 28)

The Goat Farm (Atlanta, GA)
- Reptar (Wednesday, May 2)

Maxine’s (Hot Springs, AR)
- Damn Arkansans (EP Release) (Tuesday, May 3)
- Telegraph Canyon (Saturday, April 7)
- John Gold (Friday, April 13)

Rock and Roll Hotel (Washington, D.C.)
- Penguin Prison + Class Actress (Saturday, May 19)
- 2:54 (Sunday, June 10)
- Orgone (Friday, June 29)
- Japandroids (Saturday, June 30)

Smith’s Olde Bar (Atlanta, GA)
- Lit (Monday, April 30)
- Antigone Rising (Friday, June 15)
- The Corduroy Road (CD Release) [in The Atlanta Room] (Thursday, June 21)
- Fishhawk (Saturday, June 30)

Onsale today at 12:00 p.m.

Black Cat (Washington, D.C.)
- Mittenfields (Monday, April 30)
- Möbius Strip (Sunday, May 6)
- We Are Serenaders (Monday, May 7)
- Redline Graffiti (Sunday, May 13)
- Mewithoutyou (Thursday, May 17)
- Last Tide (Album Release (Saturday, May 19)
- Grupo Fantasmo (Friday, June 15)

Red Palace (Washington, D.C.)
- The Honky Tonk Easter Crawfish Boil (Sunday, April
- Bass Drum of Death (Saturday, June 9)
- Jeff The Brotherhood (Friday, June 15)

Vinyl (Atlanta, GA)
- Graffiti6 (Monday, June 11)

Ticket Alternative Weekend Picks! Blue October, Snow Patrol, The Naked & Famous, East Nashville Beer Fest & More!

Happy Friday everyone! We’re barreling full-speed ahead into the weekend, and it looks like it’s going to be a beauty. There are cool gigs a plenty, beer festivals and more! It is sure to be amazing, wherever you are make sure you are out and about! … Continue Reading

5GB With Swervedriver; Playing Rock & Roll Hotel, Friday, March 30

There is something about Oxford, England that just has a knack for pumping amazing cerebral rock. Brit-rcokers, Swervedriver, are no stranger to the scene with four albums under their belt. After reuniting in 2008, and now again in 2011, the band is jumping back into the hearts of their audience. They are playing D.C.’s Rock & Roll Hotel tomorrow night, and they chatted with us before their show.

What was the first gig you ever went to?

Adam:  Adam & the Ants at the New Theatre Oxford on the Kings of the Wild Frontier tour 1980. As we entered the foyer there were hundreds of pairs of Doc Marten boots lined up everywhere as the management had insisted that all the punks remove them, which was quite ridiculous. I was wearing Adidas sneakers. A rumour went around that there was a skinhead in the gents with a machete and it was a fantastic show.

What is the best gig that you ever played/performed at?

Jim: Swervedriver, Toronto, 2008: Lee’s Palace.  Massive thunder storm outside. Humidity at 100%, a new, desperately needed, air conditioning unit was apparently installed the day after. Sold out show. Everything was drenched and all our guitars changed colour due to the sweat in the air.

What is the best gig you have ever been to?

Jim: The Stooges Hammersmith Odeon 2009 with Suicide opening. A great “Raw Power” show – or the earlier show at the same venue where the band played the first two albums.

Gig you would most like to play?

Adam: Primavera would be lovely.

What would be the lineup for your dream gig?

Steve: Can we play with 1970 Black Sabbath and 1977 Kraftwerk at the Star Club (now Beatpol) in Dresden this time? Thanks – we’re easy about the running order.

Catch Swervedriver this Friday at  Rock & Roll Hotel, D.C..

Ten Dollar Tuesday!

Happy Ten Dollar Tuesday everyone! We’ve got lots of great events available for just $10 a ticket – so have a look and get yourself some entertainment!

Droids We’re Looking For at Rock and Roll Hotel, March 31

Justin Kennedy at Smith’s Olde Bar, April 6

Hunx and His Punx at The EARL, April 10

Band of Heathens at Stickyz Rock’n'Roll Chicken Shack, April 19

Nathan Angelo at Smith’s Olde Bar, April 21

Get the whole list of shows HERE.