The Mumlers is one of San Jose’s greatest exports. Lead vocalist William Sprott, spoke with us about his music, his escapades in Oakland and life in general. He performs next at a solo show at Swedish American Hall on February 24th as part of the Noise Pop festival.
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One of the most intense debates of the late 20th Century still rages on into this millennium. Most likely, neither side will concede and we will forever ponder the question, “Is Punk dead?” While there are convincing arguments on both sides, it is undeniable that there are shining examples that show, in…
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The 2012 Live at the Pagoda Winter Music Series begins Friday, with singer Muhsinah and DJ House Shoes.
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The anthropomorphic jamboree that is this year’s FurCon began Thursday and will go through the end of MLK weekend. If you’ve ever wondered about the cultural differences among dragons, how gravity affects various species, or what furries were featured in the Bible, this is the place to find out.
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Clay Parton and Troy Kooper have worked together under the banners of several different names (Breast and El Buzzard), but the latest incarnation, Parton Kooper Planetarium, stands out from the others. The songs on their album “glass & bone” are ghostly, rich in harmonic depth and tend to smolder in the mind…
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The Dirty Pillows is a band that makes guys curl their lips and nod in approval while girls dance in semi-60s fashion (you know, all cute, yet provocative). The music is fun and energetic, yet has enough wit and charisma to satisfy listeners not inclined to light up the dance floor.
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Fan is short for fanatic, and to be a true fan you have to go above and beyond for your team. Sometimes this means painting yourself, or your car—or your infant. In the South Bay, there is much variety in expressing that fanatical passion; our fire engines have shark fins, for example.…
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Once upon a time, there was a place where men wore sharp suits, and women were called “dames.” It was a time when people had good manners, and it was all about, Frankie. ‘Ol Blue Eyes, and his Rat Pack taught America and the world that you could be talented, refined and…
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The music of Los Hot Boxers sounds like it was written in one of those old Portuguese neighborhoods near downtown San Jose; a place where Latinos from every corner of the Americas now convene and enjoy their mutual company and influence. In fact, it was.
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