Category: Concert Journal

Nothing Matters in Our Private Universe — Jon Brion

Jon Brion‘s monthly residency at Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles was in celebratory mode on December 20, 2019 with Christmas decorations adorning the stage, some surprise special guests, and Guinness on call for the maestro. Largo owner Mark Flanagan welcomed everyone while musician Bobb Bruno made a cameo appearance, popping on the stage and sitting through the introduction, but leaving without playing anything. Being a little tired from the previous night’s visit to Largo and wanting to soak in the show without too much self distraction, my notes were more sparse than usual. However, I am able to

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I Can Still Hear You Laugh — The Milk Carton Kids

Recap of the Milk Carton Kids show “Sad Songs Comedy Hour: Christmas Edition” that took place at Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles on December 19, 2019. Click the title to read more.

Why Elaborate…? — Ranchero Brothers

On Friday, November 8, 2019, the Ranchero Brothers played at Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach, CA. People who are interested in reading this probably already know the identity of the Ranchero Brothers, but for any uninitiated readers who stumble upon this post, the Ranchero Brothers are Rhett Miller, lead singer/rhythm guitarist, and Murry Hammond, harmonies/bass player for the alt country band, Old 97’s. Click the title to read more…

Won’t You Stay Here With Me — OK Go

Recap of OK Go’s Live Music Video Show at The Soraya at California State University, Northridge on Sunday, November 3, 2019. Live music, fantastic videos, and Q&A sessions, made this a fun experience for the whole family. Click the title to read more…

If Something’s Everlasting — Jon Brion

Recap of Jon Brion’s show at Largo at the Coronet on Friday, October 25, 2019. No guests on this show, though a very brief appearance by Zach Galifianakis. Lots of time spent at the piano, with a brief selection on the guitar in the middle of the show. Click the title to read more…