Annie: pop's most welcome comeback
It’s been five years between LPs for Norwegian pop star Annie, who just released her highly-anticipated album Don’t Stop earlier this month. Annie, or Anne…
Cut FOOTLAOS! for Laos this Tuesday, December 1st in Capitol Hill
In November, 2008, our dear Visqueen-er, Rachel Flotard joined her friend Justin on a trip to southern Laos to visit his family. While there,…
Down All Day: Jaguar Love at Sole Repair
Armed with infectious beats and plenty of raucous energy, Jaguar Love put on a solid show Wednesday night at Sole Repair. The duo kicked off…
What A Lovely Surprise To Wake Up Here
This Seattle-based British Invasion-meets-Beach Boys five-piece initially got my attention by being named (probably coincidentally) the same as a title by one of the very…
Julian Casablancas live at the Showbox
After acing the downhill parallel parking job, my roommates and I hustled down the hill and over a few blocks to the Showbox. There on…
People Eating People
I joined in the wailing when Mon Frere went down in 2007. Leader Nouela Johnson had such potential, her way-out style and insouciant songs wouldn't…
Three Imaginary DVDs to see: Thanksgiving Edition
Home for the Holidays: This Jodie Foster directed Dramedy (I hate that word, but it’s accurate) is, in my opinion, one of the best movies…
Imaginary Interview: Japandroids
If you are looking for a band that embodies the essence of every completely generic moment in high school that felt momentous because of…
Some things sorta change…
Built to Spill came out with an energetic show, an abundance of talent and a prime selection of songs including many off their latest release…
Through The Devil Softly
It’s been a terribly long time since Hope Sandoval released anything. Mazzy Star has been on hiatus since 1996, and the last time that the…