Mobb Deep--See Wednesday

Monday, May 20

Dillinger Escape Plan
Chain Reaction

Dillinger Escape Plan, the New Jersey mathcore band (that's mathrock-meets-hardcore for those who were wondering) stops by the all ages venue Chain Reaction this Monday night, giving hoards of angsty teenage boys something to yell and thrash and freak out about. A Dillinger Escape Plan live show is an entirely different, wild animal--the five-piece group expels a volatile energy akin to releasing years of pent up rage. But this is how they've stayed strong for the last 15 years amid an ever-changing music scene, giving everything they've got, every single time. Fans who can't get enough Dillinger love the band's new album, One of Us is the Killer, which continues to showcase their trademark maniacal intensity. (Erin DeWitt)

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The lineup for FYF Fest 2013 was just announced this morning. The two-day festival features Saturday headliners My Bloody Valentine and Sunday headliners the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. TV on the Radio, Flag, Deerhunter, MGMT, Beach House, Yo La Tengo, The Breeders, Devendra Banhart, Solange, Shlohmo and Toro y Moi are also on the bill.

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The Rolling Stones--See Wednesday

Monday, May 13

This Time With FEELING
Detroit Bar
Refrigerators don't get much love in rock music, save for This Time with FEELING's subscription to the label of 'fridge rock' to describe their music, infused with genius melodies and coy vocals by the band's resident chanteuse Ali Coyle. TTWF unravel a lyrical prowess, exposed through Coyle's sultry voice and rounded out by Matthew Craven's drums, and Eliot Cossaboom's guitar splendor. Currently the band are disposing their musical ardor at the Detroit Bar for a month-long residency, tonight you can (and should) see them live with Hotel Cinema and My Double My Brother. (Aimee Murillo)

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Chris Brown at Powerhouse 2008

The lineup for Power 106 FM's annual Powerhouse concert was just announced. Headlined by Chris Brown, this year's show is decidedly focused on the future of FM hip-hop ( i.e. this is the first time in a few years that we're not seeing Snoop Dogg or Ice Cube on the the bill...shocker!). Supporting acts on June 22 at the Honda Center include ASAP Rocky, Tyga and Trinidad James. See the full lineup and details on pre-sale tickets below.

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Prince (performing at Coachella 2008)--See Tuesday

Monday, May 6

This Time With FEELING
Detroit Bar
For being a "four-piece fridge rock band" This Time With Feeling sure know how to heat up a dance floor at an indie rock show. Embracing sharp pop structures,  full bodied rhythm, and Ali Coyle's vocals seething with attitude, the punchy four-piece continue carving a niche in all the right areas of the OC music scene. A year after releasing their sophomore EP We Hope That You Don't Mind, we're interested to see what new ideas the band has brainstormed for you to get down on this summer. And hey, with songs like "Tangled Up" that make sure to advertise their true talent ("You make me want to dance even though I'm white"), we'd say they're performing a valuable local service around these parts. Watch them kick off the week at Detroit Bar with Bella Novella and Retreat Retreat.  (Nate Jackson)

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The Weenie Roast lineup was just announced this morning. Headlined by the Black Keys, this year's 106.7 KROQ FM concert at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater on May 18 is about to go on sale. View the full lineup below.

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The Killers--See Wednesday

Monday, April 29

The Originalites
Gallagher's Pub & Grill
Since coming together as teenagers (and later recruiting saxophonist Mike Belk after an impromptu jam session at a local gig), The Originalites have risen high in the ranks of Orange County's local music scene in the span of only five years. The Fountain Valley four-piece may remind you of mid-'90s ska groups like Sublime, however their mellow lyrics are more upbeat and family-friendly. After winning several battle of the band competitions at various high schools, they've moved up to venues like the Coach House, House of Blues and DiPiazza's, even winning the OC Music Award for Best Surf this year. Don't mistake their long hair for the laid-back surfer image--The Originalites also love to have fun through their high energy music, mixing ska with punk, dub and Latin music influences. As of late, they've held a residency at Gallagher's Pub in Huntington Beach every Monday night.(Aimee Murillo)

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King Khan & BBQ Show---See Thursday

Monday, April 15

The Postal Service
Fox Theater
Back in 2003, the Postal Service, the electro-pop group comprised of Ben Gibbard and Jimmy Tamborello (with occasional guest vocals from Jenny Lewis), lead the world in one big collective sigh with their debut and massive hit single "Such Great Heights." And then, right after everyone became obsessed, they disbanded. When stars shine too bright, they burn out--and with both artists focusing on their main musical projects (Death Cab for Cutie and Dntel, respectively), that's pretty much what happened. But now, ten years later, the Postal Service finally releases some new material and hits the road with a string of shows and a crux at--where else?--Coachella. But like many of the festival's bands performing this week, Postal Service gives fans a chance to see them without all the hassle. (Erin DeWitt)

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Reel Big Fish

It's not often that we try to alert your attention to a festival that's going on across state lines. But given our county's undeniable ska roots, we'd be crazy to let you skip Viva Ska Vegas, a day-long deluge of third wave ska bands that represent an entire era of music that refuses to be blown away.

Headlined by Huntington Beach heroes Reel Big Fish, the show on May 4th at the Henderson Events Plaza pulls together acts from OC, LA and the Inland Empire who contributed greatly to the scene and continue to stay faithful to it. As far as authenticity goes, VSV organizers were also the ones behind former staples like the Ska Summit and the International Ska Circus, including OC music guru Tazy Phyllipz, the guy behind legendary radio show The Ska Parade who helped get No Doubt discovered back in the day. 

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