Archives For Nashville Concerts

 

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Start your weekend early and come on out tomorrow night to The Stone Fox in West Nashville to see The Lonely Wild. We at Cause A Scene are thrilled to be bringing you the LA-based quintet who’s lyrical depth, combined with their superior instrumental arrangements and versatile vocal dynamics yield a rare musical persona that is shaking up the indie rock circuit.

They are also sure to shake things up in Nashville tomorrow night. The band’s live stage presence has garnered them a rapid and steady buzz as they tour across the US in promotion of their first full-length album, The Sun As It Comes, which released just last month. Having been described by American Songwriter as possessing “an anthemic sound — equal parts western, southern and something not quite defined by geographic adjectives,” you will not want to miss your chance to see these guys on their stop through Nashville.

To top off what is sure to be a spectacular evening of music in West Nashville, we will be treated with the music of two local acts. Little Bandit is a hometown country quintet who’s music contains a modern, folk edge. Along with Birmingham, AL natives, Banditos, who’s sound is a gritty blend of southern grunge-rock and honky tonk, these two bands will certainly flesh out a an excellent bill for the evening. Tickets can be purchased for $7 at the door. Show starts at 9:00 PM.

The Lonely Wild- ‘Buried In The Murder’ (Live at The Echo in Los Angeles)

Little Bandit- ‘Platform Shoes’

Banditos- ‘Long Gone, Anyway’

CAS May 22 - Phantom Farmer

Following on the heels of an incredible show last week, Cause A Scene would like to invite you back out to The High Watt tonight for another evening of excellent music. This time we are lucky enough to be presenting a bill that truly showcases all the talent this town has to offer, with four bands that call Tennessee home.  Headlining the evening is Phantom Farmer, a Nashville songwriter with a voice whose deep resonance boasts country roots and possesses a haunting and hollow identity. Add to that songwriting that draws influence from genres spanning indie, folk and even southern gospel and you have a sound that makes Phantom Farmer a one of a kind Nashville act.

Also playing this evening, are thee bands who hold deep southern roots, both in their music and their origins. The Kernal is a Jackson,TN-based singer-songwriter whose music draws influence from jazz to honky tonk, creating a uniquely “Tennessee” sound that is sure to sound at home in the heart of Nashville. Barlow, KY native, turned Nashville resident, Kelsey Waldon and the Nashville band Erin Rae & The Meanwhiles will be rounding out a fantastic lineup and a great night of music at The High Watt on Cannery Row. Tickets can be purchased here for $8. Doors are at 8:00PM. Show starts at 9:00PM.

Phantom Farmer- ‘Fountain of Youth’ (Live at Music City Roots/Nashville, TN)

The Kernal- ‘Mind Control’

Kelsey Waldon- ‘Fixin’ It Up Mama’ (Live at The Basement/Nashville, TN)

Erin Rae- ‘I Hope You Get What You Need’

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Come on out to Cannery Row tomorrow night for what is sure to be another great reunion show with some of our oldest friends, Seryn, at The High Watt. This 6 piece band out of Denton, TX has been a part of many firsts with the Cause A Scene family, playing our first house show back in 2011 and our first club show at 12th and Porter last November. Coming from a town that has a long and rich history of producing musical awesomeness, Seryn does not disappoint, creating a dynamic that stems from their folksy instrumentals and their warm harmonies. From one song to the next, all six members play multiple instruments and take turns lending their vocal talents making each show as raw and authentic as the last. Needless to say, we are more than excited to have this promising group of talented musicians back in Nashville for what will certainly be another fantastic display of their unique and euphoric sound.

Adding to the excitement, Madison, WI-based folk duo Daniel and the Lion and Chicago artist Cameron McGill, will be kicking off the evening, making this show on Cannery Row one you will not want to miss. Tickets can be purchased here for $10 in advance and for $12 DOS. Doors at 8:00 PM. Show starts at 9:00 PM.

Seryn- ‘We Will All Be Changed’

Daniel and the Lion- ‘Hallelujah I Love Her so’ (Ray Charles cover)

 

CALEB

Our good pals CALEB have been road warriors the last few weeks playing a string of dates throughout the Southeast and Midwest, and we’re excited to welcome them back home to Nashville this Sunday night for 3rd & Lindsley’s “Nashville Sunday Night” presented by Lightning 100. If the show is anything like the one we did with them last November at 12th & Porter, it will 1) be packed and 2) be an absolute blast! As luck would have it, Cause A Scene has 2 FREE TICKETS to give away to one lucky fan. Here’s two ways you can win:

1) Leave a comment on what your favorite CALEB song is.

2) Tweet “@causeascenenash loves @calebtheband and so do I!! #freeticketgiveaway” with a link to this post.

A winner will be selected at random on Sunday afternoon and notified via Twitter.

And to get yourself extra excited for CALEB’s show Sunday night, take a few minutes and check out their recently recorded AudioTree session here. The single, “Learning How To Love” can be watched below:

Koa: Funk That Soothes the Soul

LarryKloess —  February 20, 2013 — 1 Comment

Koa, the hottest new band out of Belmont University, wants nothing more than to make you dance.

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“So what do you guys think you’re trying to communicate with your music? Is there any message you want to spread?” They thought for a second. Eyes darting around the coffee shop, the boys of Koa searched for the answer as if it lied within a nearby customer, or in a work of art hanging on the wall. For the first time since the interview started, they all fell silent.

“Happiness is only real when shared” Said Will. The others nodded their heads simultaneously in approval. I too nodded, thinking how truly perfect that phrase captured Koa’s essence.

Best described as a funky, indie-rock soul band, Koa radiates good vibes no matter what they do. Whether through their catchy tunes or simply by talking to the guys, Koa has the power to make everyone’s day brighter. Formed here in Nashville at Belmont University, Koa is composed of Chase Bader on lead vocals/acoustic guitar, Conor Kelly on electric guitar/backup vocals, Ryan Ladd on bass, Will Youngclaus on drums, and Alex Matthews on Saxophone. I had the pleasure of interviewing Conor, Ryan, and Will about the band, where we discussed everything Koa; starting with the band’s conception.

Though a newly formed group, Koa’s roots can be traced all the way back to the early 2000s in Colorado, where Chase and Conor met in grade school.

“We met up in 5th grade in Denver and we went to school together up till our junior year of high school.” Said Conor. “Throughout that time we had a little band with some other friends, but it was always Chase and I who really knew what we wanted out of our music. So then I started playing with a solo artist in Colorado, and Chase moved out here for his first year of college at Belmont University. Eventually I realized I wasn’t doing what I wanted to do with my life, so I came to Belmont so me and Chase could start this band together.” It was at Belmont that Conor came across Ryan Ladd. After being impressed by Ryan’s bass playing with his other band Neon Soul, Conor asked Ryan to track a few songs with him and Chase. The two quickly realized Ryan was the bassist they’d been searching for.

Once Ryan became a member, he recruited fellow Neon Soul band mate Will Youngclaus to play drums. Both Ryan and Will agree their previous experience working together attributes to Koa’s tight, rhythmic groove.

“Me and Ryan have been really locked in since we first started playing together” Will exclaimed.

“Yeah it has worked out well for the band to have a really tight rhythm section” Said Ryan. “The tighter the rhythm section is the better the band is, and that’s just how we approach our groove.”

Once sax was added to the mix, Koa’s unique sound started to form. Each day Koa grows, their style continues to shape into something new and exciting.

“I think our style is continually developing. I don’t think we’ve gotten to the point yet where we’ve officially realized what it is.” Said Conor. “I feel like we’re all a product of influences, and you just pull out the essence of who you are as a musician and you put it into the pot, and then Ryan puts his essence into the pot, Chase puts his in, then Will puts his in, then you just stir it up and get the sweetest musical gumbo.”

As one eats up the musical gumbo Koa creates, the influences of varying genres and artists is apparent, but so thoroughly mixed together it creates a sound like no other; making their songs incredibly unique and hard to describe. Some have said their music has a Bob Marley-like feel, while others have compared them to The Dave Matthews Band.

“I think when we’re on our ‘A’ game we’re as funky as James Brown on his worst night.Says Conor. Though a left-handed compliment, it correctly depicts Koa’s one-of-a-kind sound.

Take the title song off their EP “Cool It Down” (currently available for free download on bandcamp). It opens with a funky keyboard/bass line, accompanied by a smooth groove on drums. Chase enters soulfully on vocals, while an upper harmony adds a special sweetness to the line. The song rocks on in a laid back, funky-smooth manner; every instrument playing its own soulful line while managing to stay locked in with the other parts. Like all of Koa’s music, it soothes the soul while creating an unstoppable need to dance.

“Cool it Down” is but a mere preview of the great things to come from Koa, especially in the upcoming week. Koa’s first official show will take place at The End this Wednesday the 20th, followed by their EP “Cool it Down” being released for free off bandcamp on the 24th. After that, who knows what’s in store for Koa. Their biggest goal in the future is to stay happy, healthy, and make a few bucks while they’re at it.

“We hope this band will be something that can support us all financially.” Said Ryan. “I mean we don’t have to be the biggest thing ever, but that’d be awesome too.” The boys of Koa have made it clear they’re in it for the long hall; ready to greet anything the future brings with good vibes, a funky groove, and an open mind.

As the interview drew to a close, I asked my final question. “Anything else you guys want to say?”  Without skipping a beat, Conor replied, “Just come to our shows and dance”. Nodding their heads, the others smiled and repeated, “Yeah, come to our shows and dance!” I couldn’t help but smile. After thanking the boys for their time, I left the coffee shop feeling my day had just gotten a whole lot brighter. Walking back home, I only thought about one thing: happiness truly is only real when shared.

For more on Koa, check out their facebook page (www.facebook.com/thisiskoa).  You can hear their single “Cool It Down” and download it for free at itskoa.bandcamp.com.

Be sure to catch Koa at The End TONIGHT with Bashly, Staying For The Weekend, and Keeps (18+, tickets are $5. Doors open at 8) and watch out for their EP “Cool it Down” to be released on the 24th on their Bandcamp page.

– Nora Nalepka