WXPN's Free At Noon: Grant-Lee Phillips AND Bob Schneider
Presented by WXPN at World Cafe Live
November 20, 2009
Dexterously treading the thin edge of mainstream eminence, Grant-Lee Phillips has filled three decades with critically acclaimed releases and more than enough fans to overflow his venues. Yet he has managed to remain as down-to-earth Americana in his style, performances, and inspirations. Luckily for all of those Buffalo fans out there, he's bringing his 'legendary well of melody' to the World Cafe this Friday at noon for a free concert.
Born in California and incessantly practicing the guitar throughout high school, Phillips always had music on the mind. He went through a number of small collaborations before hitting his stride with his famous '90s outfit, Grant-Lee Buffalo. Used as an outlet for his political storytelling, critics and fans alike were soon picking up on the band's aggressive live performances. After a Europe festival circuit tour, a string of diverse albums, and headlining with big names like REM, Smashing Pumpkins, and Pearl Jam, Grant-Lee Phillips decided to embark on a solo career.
Since then, Phillips has still kept his silver pen shiny and sharp with each release. How many artists can claim a 'Best Vocalist' award from Rolling Stone, years of touring and hits, the label of 'visionary,' comparisons to Dylan, and stay just as dedicated to the music rather than the fame? Phillips' latest offering, Little Moon, proves that he is one of those select few. Little Moon is brimming with lyrical wit, Phillip's distinctive vocals, and alt-folk balladry.
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Fronting three bands, performing multiple times a week in his native Austin, and touring relentlessly, Bob Schneider still finds time to write and explore numerous songs and styles. From raunchy bar rock to soulful funk to punk/experimentalism, he is the very definition of a versatile songwriter.
Raised on music, he was already performing as a child in his opera-singing parents' home for friends. He was a member of variously successful bands for years (The Scabs, Ugly Americans, etc.) before embarking on a solo career, which ran under the moniker Lonelyland for some time. With multiple critically acclaimed albums, Schneider and his eclectic mix of music have been gaining more and more public attention, especially in the famed Austin music circuit.
Lovely Creatures, Schneider's eleventh solo release, is essentially a collection of Americana-pop love songs, deeply emotional and catchy at the same time. With a guest appearance from Patty Griffin, and influences ranging from hip-hop to bar rock, Lovely Creatures is another addition to Schneider's years of exploratory, just-plain-fun music.
Ticket Info
Tickets: FREE
Dates & Times
Dates:
November 20, 2009
Times:
Noon
Venue Info
3025 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
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