Bishop Allen

There’s something about seeing a good band perform live that makes you appreciate their music even more. A couple of weeks ago my friends and I checked out Bishop Allen (photos | video) at the intimate venue, Kilby Court in Salt Lake City. They put on a fantastic and energetic set, they played most all the songs I love and a few new song from their upcoming album that sound really good. The new album is due in March ’09, Which I can’t wait for, and I think they said they are coming back to Salt Lake around that time.

Justin Rice

After the show I discovered the lead singer, Justin Rice, also does some acting. He starred in this little black and white art house film called Mutual Appreciation. I checked it out. Rice does a great job playing a young musician moving to New York. It’s pretty funny, ironic and awkward at times. Director Andrew Bujalski, who also acts in this film, has a great style.

— November 30th, 2008

Jack and Ben

On Tuesday evening two of my favorite musicians, Jack Johnson and Ben Harper played full sets at Deer Valley resort in Park City, Utah. I wouldn’t have missed it for anything… except class. Unfourtunatly, I missed the first 7 songs of Jack’s set due to my detication to school. But after a 90 mph+ drive through Parleys Canyon, I got there just in time to see Jack play 5 incredible songs including a Sublime cover “Garden Grove.”
But the main event was definatly Ben as he came out wailing on his guitar and singing in the way that only Ben can. Ben is always so good at connecting with the crowd and building up an energy that is amazing.
A highly recommended show if you ever get the chance to see him.

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— August 26th, 2003