Music: An Evening With Chemikal Underground Records
November 18, 2009
Friday 20 November | The Lemon Tree | 7.30pm | £15
When you’re mentally compiling your ‘gigs of the year’ lists in a few weeks time (you all do that right? Just us then? OK, erm..) we’ll not be surprised in the slightest if this one features pretty highly…
Since its inception in 1995, Chemikal Underground Records has consistently been one of the best independent labels, not just in Scotland, but anywhere. Started by The Delgados and responsible for bringing the likes of Mogwai, Interpol, Bis, Arab Strap, De Rosa and Aereogramme to our attention, this showcase (part of the Sound Festival) featuring some the label’s current roster looks nothing short of f***king fantastic…
Seriously, check this out for a line up:
Superb, critically-lauded, Krautrock-tinged Glasgow six-piece The Phantom Band, label co-founder, ex-Delgado and wonderful singer-songwriter Emma Pollock, the frequently hilarious, deadpan introspection of former Arab Strapper Aidan Moffat (pictured below) and frontman-turned-solo-artist from the (already) sadly-missed De Rosa, Martin John Henry.
This would be all over The Guardian Guide etc. like a rash if it was happening down South, luckily for us, it’s right on our doorstep. Recommended.
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Music: Burkhard Beins & Bill Thompson
November 5, 2009
Thursday 5 November | The Suttie Centre, University of Aberdeen, Foresterhill (map) | 8pm | Free (Donations)
Tonight! German composer/percussionist Burkhard Beins (wikipedia bio) and Aberdeen-based experimental electronica bod Bill Thompson play a selection of weird and wonderful instruments in the unusual but promising surroundings of The Suttie Centre in Foresterhill. Part of the Sound Festival, this looks like it could be a very interesting evening indeed…
Music: Sound Festival: Pianocircus
October 28, 2009
Wednesday 28 October | Beach Ballroom | 7.30pm | £10/£8/£5 students/conc
One of the most interesting music festivals in the country kicks off tonight right on your doorstep (assuming you’re reading this in the Aberdeen area, obviously).
Until the 22nd of November, a frighteningly impressive programme of concerts, talks and workshops encompassing everything from experimental, contemporary and good old-fashioned indie guitar music through dance and children’s shows to symphony orchestras and film takes place across the North-East. Stay tuned to The Kiosque for our picks throughout the festival’s run.
Tonight’s opening concert looks like it will set down a pretty good marker: The contemporary Pianocircus ensemble have been wowing audiences since 1989 with six keyboards, sixty fingers, split-second timing and a stunning repertoire, add in the iconic Beach Ballroom factor and you’re looking at something pretty special indeed…
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Music: Sound Festival Website Live
September 22, 2009
The 2009 Sound Festival website is now live here. Running from the 28th October until 22nd November, there’s a fantastic array of music, dance, talks, installations and workshops on offer across NE Scotland. Last year’s festival was superb. This one looks like it may be even better…
