Show Review: Nikka Costa with Terraplane Sun at Red Devil Lounge, 2/12/2012

The incomparable Nikka Costa

Why the world still has yet to catch on to what they’ve been missing all these years in Nikka Costa is a mystery to me, and frankly has been for more than a decade now.  That said, though I wish her all the success in the world, I don’t really mind that she has a small-but-dedicated cult following rather than fans to fill arenas, because it allows me opportunities to see her in small venues like the Roxy in LA, the Independent here in SF, and this past weekend, the absolutely tiny Red Devil Lounge.  Better still, I’m finally learning that if Ms. Costa is going to have an opening act, it’ll likely be a musician or band she’s chosen herself, as was the case with last night’s opener, Terraplane Sun. Continue reading “Show Review: Nikka Costa with Terraplane Sun at Red Devil Lounge, 2/12/2012”

Spinning Platters Weekly Guide to Bay Area Concerts, 2/9/12-2/15/12

Comin' To Oakland!

February is a pretty nutty month for shows in SF. And that’s not just counting Noise Pop… The weeks warming up to Noise Pop are pretty insane, too! So, clear your schedule, and go out to a few shows!

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Spinning Platters Official Weekly Tip Sheet For the Week of June 8-14

Will Darby finally show up to the gig? What about Belinda? When will she be back on drums?
The Germs at The Uptown Nightclub in Oakland On Sunday... Will original drummer Belinda Carlisle show? How About lead singer Shane West's former co-star Sisqo?

Your guide to the best shows that bay area has to offer for the week of June 8th-14th: Continue reading “Spinning Platters Official Weekly Tip Sheet For the Week of June 8-14”