Textilesounds http://www.textilesounds.com/ en-us Copyright 2010 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:18:24 -0800 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=3.2 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Lorelei w/A Study In Her and America Hearts at Velvet Lounge Friday Jan 31st Lorelei will perform this Friday night at the Velvet Lounge with A Study In Her and America Hearts (feat. members of Edie Sedgwick. Doors are at 9PM, the show starts at 10PM. 21+/$8. Hope to see you there!

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Nord Express
Brown Recluse
Frankie Rose
Lorelei
The Ropers
Pants Yell!
Crystal Stilts
The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart

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PICNIC music and arts festival
September 12, 2009, from 11am to 6pm, in Lincoln Park at Congress Street and Franklin Arterial.
Lorelei is due to play in the middle of the day (2:45ish).

SPACE Gallery
September 12, 2009
538 Congress St.
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 828-5600
Lorelei is first, at 9PM, followed by Cotton Candy, and Death Vessel.

P.A.'s Lounge
September 13, 2009
345 Somerville Ave
Somerville, MA
617-776-1557
Appearing with:
Cotton Candy
Carlisle Sound
Patrick Bryant Reads Somerville Speakout

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]]> http://www.textilesounds.com/2009/07/lorelei_wshortstack_at_the_bla.html http://www.textilesounds.com/2009/07/lorelei_wshortstack_at_the_bla.html front_page Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:53:29 -0800 Ashes of American Flags local premiere party "Ashes of American Flags" is a new award-winning Wilco concert film which will be shown at The Avalon on April 18th at 7PM as part of Filmfest DC. Buy tickets.

After the screening there will be a celebration to commemorate the DC premiere and national DVD release at Comet Ping Pong with a show featuring performances of Wilco songs. The lineup includes Edie Sedgwick, Big Gold Belt, Exactly, Revival, Brandon Butler, John Bustine, Peter Hayes, Mary Battiata, Lorelei, Mary Timony & many others. Performances begin at 10PM sharp and admission is free.

]]> http://www.textilesounds.com/2009/04/ashes_of_american_flags_local.html http://www.textilesounds.com/2009/04/ashes_of_american_flags_local.html front_page Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:27:16 -0800 CANCELED - Lorelei w/Liechtenstein at Velvet Lounge, Wed May 20th Unfortunately, we won't be able to play the gig with Liechtenstein due to a work conflict that could not be avoided. We hope to play somewhere, someday.

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  • Chessie - Manifest. Stephen and Ben went away for years and twiddled knobs. I thought they were a bit looney to spend so much time on each track. Then I heard it. Now I get it. Results! Technically this came out in '08 but, it should be getting much more attention. You people are going to regret sleeping on this when you finally do hear it.
  • Fabric 34 - Ellen Allien. This is 3 years in a row now that Ms. Allien has made a record that I've thoroughly enjoyed. Tireless.
  • Burial - Untrue. Moody with a big 'M", frightening, interesting. Dub-tastic. Yes, please.
  • The Clientele - God Save The Clientele. "Bookshop Casanova" was the hit of last summer. This album shows what expert production can provide. These guys just keep getting better. And James loves Bailter Space almost as much as do. And they tour endlessly. And they are fine upstanding citizens.
  • LCD Soundsystem - Sound of Silver. Listened to this a bunch just like the rest of the world.
  • Nord Express - Loveland 1995-2005. Excellent collection of Nord material including tracks from nearby Maple Shade where they unplug the fridge just in case the wiring of the house might be carrying a buzzing sound to the amps. Very happy that this material made it out into the world.
  • Peter Bjorn and John - Writer's Block. One of the few live shows I saw last year. Very energetic. Made me want to listen to 7"s non stop. Well constructed.
  • Radiohead - In Rainbows. Yeah, yeah, fucking great. What else is new.
  • A Sunny Day In Glasgow - Scribble Mural Comic Journal. Noise. Blessed noise.
  • Sarandon - KIll Twee Pop!. May they continue to skronk on. No song over 3 minutes yet so much to offer. Awe inspiring. Also, officially makes me a label mate with a former member of Big Flame. I feel cooler by proxy.
  • The Long Blondes - Someone to drive you home. Songs you can sing along to in the car at top volume and make other drivers wonder what the hell that guy is yelling about.
]]> http://www.textilesounds.com/2008/07/best_of_2007_with_some_2008_th.html http://www.textilesounds.com/2008/07/best_of_2007_with_some_2008_th.html music_reviews Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:41:08 -0800 Interview with Lorelei John Foster's interview with Lorelei is now on Brightest Young Things. Just one minor clarification: we really do love the Wedding Present. The Gedge can do no wrong.

]]> http://www.textilesounds.com/2008/07/interview_with_lorelei.html http://www.textilesounds.com/2008/07/interview_with_lorelei.html front_page Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:37:53 -0800 Lorelei w/Mahogany at the Black Cat - Thursday July 3rd Lorelei will be playing on the back stage of the Black Cat with Mahogany on Thursday July 3rd. The show starts at 9PM and will cost you $8. We hope you'll celebrate independence with us.

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UPDATE: A review of the show by Mark Jenkins for the Washington Post. Admittedly, not our best show and beset by some technical difficulties. But, I swear every song has a chorus.

]]> http://www.textilesounds.com/2007/11/lorelei_wthe_antiques_at_the_b.html http://www.textilesounds.com/2007/11/lorelei_wthe_antiques_at_the_b.html front_page Mon, 26 Nov 2007 07:45:03 -0800 Lorelei w/the Lodger and the Public Record at Velvet Lounge - Sun. Oct. 28th Lorelei will be performing with the newest Slumberland Records signing, The Lodger, from Leeds, UK and The Public Record (members of the Ropers/the Saturday People).

The gig will be held at the Velvet Lounge in DC on Sunday October 28th. Show time is 9PM. Hope to see you there.

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Marx Cafe is located in Mt. Pleasant at 3203 Mount Pleasant St NW WDC. Taking the Piss is a DJ night started by Mark Williams and some of my fellow Slumberland pals that features indie pop, shoegaze, post-punk, etc. Check out the Taking the Piss audio stream for an idea of what you might be hearing at the anniversary party.

]]> http://www.textilesounds.com/2007/10/human_companion_at_taking_the.html http://www.textilesounds.com/2007/10/human_companion_at_taking_the.html front_page Mon, 08 Oct 2007 09:45:58 -0800 Lorelei - Sat. Aug. 11th at the Galaxy Hut, Arlington, VA Lorelei will be performing with Aderbat at the Galaxy Hut on Saturday August 11th. We'll be playing a set of mostly new material. We hope you can make it. Doors are at 9PM and the cost is $5.

]]> http://www.textilesounds.com/2007/07/lorelei_sat_aug_12th_at_the_ga.html http://www.textilesounds.com/2007/07/lorelei_sat_aug_12th_at_the_ga.html front_page Thu, 26 Jul 2007 08:20:01 -0800 John Stabb benefit - Friday August 10th, Velvet Lounge - 9PM Lorelei will be performing at the first of several John Stabb benefit shows to be held to help John and his family manage his medical bills following an assault on his person. Mr. Stabb is best known as the front person for Government Issue and has continued to perform, record, and act in the DC area. The gig will be held at the Velvet Lounge in DC on Friday August 10th. Also performing will be: Dave Smalley, Pup Tent, and The Saviours. Show starts at 9PM.

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