We’ve been to our fair share of early week events at Headliners and each time it blows my mind when the venue is filled. This tells me patrons are not afraid of a little work week concert-going, especially if the band is of a high caliber. The Mountain Goats were in town for a Tuesday night … More A lesson in quality song writing
When most people turn 22, they are just trying to comprehend the fast-approaching real world. I can hardly imagine what it would feel like to have accomplished as much as Chancelor Bennett has all before turning 22. Bennett, also known as Chance The Rapper, celebrated his 22nd birthday with friends and family in the wings as well … More Happy Birthday Chance!
A beautiful afternoon on the waterfront alone is enough to make someone appreciate living in Louisville. That being said, it is events like GonzoFest, celebrating the hugely influential Hunter S. Thompson on his own turf, that opens an outsider’s eyes to how glorious this city is. A man, who until recently has been immensely misunderstood … More All for the good of Gonzo
With ten musicians making up The Suffers, I was a little worried how this crew would fit on the already tight Zanzabar stage. No worries though, this eclectic Houston-based band that likes to move made it work and impressed an engaged crowd Wednesday night. Their sound covers all types of genres, probably because of the … More 10 musicians, 1 stage, big sound- The Suffers
I remember being a lowly college freshman, hanging out late-night on some couch with a couple seniors watching and listening to YouTube videos. I really thought I had made it. One of those seniors sat there beating rhythmically on his seat and harmonizing along with each request. Six years later and Kris Bentley is now sitting … More Eastern Kentucky’s pride gives Louisville its ‘Best’
Katie Toupin made the comment this was her favorite show they’ve ever done- last Thursday we were in the same boat. The crowd’s adoration and support for the local band Houndmouth (now becoming nationally acclaimed) was felt by all, as the room was at max capacity with family, friends and faithful fans. [Aubrey] I can’t even … More Houndmouth’s visit home
The Mercury Ballroom has certainly had several sell outs, but this may have been the first one we’ve actually been at- it made the already difficult-to-navigate space nearly impassable. Add in the very dedicated fan base of Dr. Dog here in Louisville, and we only managed to get a spot in eye-line of the band upstairs after the encore. … More Dr. Dog’s aural and optical Flamingo Hotel
The first week of spring-like weather kept many people outside, rather than attending shows- us included. I love this time of the year because my poor, practically opaque skin finally starts to see sunlight and I can paint my toenails with some purpose. It was a light week for Live Music Lou, but things will certainly … More Pop, funk, soul, rap- Galactic brought it all
A weekend night with multiple stops is becoming a common occurrence for this duo. Throw in a quarter century celebration and we most definitely will be gallivanting around the city. First stop: Bermuda Highway continues to impress crowds with the caliber of Louisville-established acts they are bringing through their doors. The show was well advertised but a large … More A stacked night for 25
The basics of The Lone Bellow, at first, are nothing that stand out as particularly extraordinary. Two guys and a girl, some guitars, mandolin, drums, keys… pretty basic. Their songwriting is honest and catchy and they are good looking people. But seeing this group perform live takes The Lone Bellow to a whole other level. … More 3rd time’s a charm – The Lone Bellow returns to a sold out crowd
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