C3 Presents:
Badfish, a Tribute to Sublime
Full Service, Scotty Don't
Friday, January 27
Doors: 9:00 pm / Show: 10:00 pm
Emo's East
$15-$17
9PM DOORS
Tickets
This event is all ages
http://www.emosaustin.com/event/76911/
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Badfish, a Tribute to Sublime
Sublime was arguably the most energetic, original and uniquely eclectic band to emerge from any scene, anywhere, but ended with the untimely death of lead singer, guitarist and songwriter Brad Nowell in 1996. But encompassing the sense of place and purpose long associated with Sublime's music, Badfish, a tribute to Sublime, has continued to channel the spirit of Sublime with a fury not felt for quite some time. What separates Badfish from other tribute bands is that they have replicated Sublime's essence, developing a scene and dedicated following most commonly reserved for label-driven, mainstream acts.
Formed in 2001, Badfish has become one of the biggest club and theater acts in the Northeast and Midwest. Consistently selling out many shows at some of the most prominent venues throughout the country, promoters continue to be in awe that a tribute band is turning several hundred fans away from the doors each night. Badfish is rivaling the biggest tributes in the music business including Dark Star Orchestra and Super Diamond.
Over the last few years, some of the venues Badfish has sold out include Avalon (Boston), House of Blues (Chicago, Atlantic City and Las Vegas), Lincoln Theater (Raleigh, N.C.), Lupo's (Providence, R.I.), Opera House (Toronto), Revolution (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.), Starland Ballroom (Sayerville, N.J.) and many more.
Badfish make their mark on the audience by playing with the spirit of Sublime. They perform not as Sublime would have, or did, but as Badfish does. The attitude of Sublime cannot be faked, so Badfish doesn't try – its own tribute is one that works. What hits everyone the most is the heart that these four musicians pour into their show. These technically skilled players sound just like Sublime, and some fans say that seeing Badfish live is the most fun they've ever had at a show.
Formed in 2001, Badfish has become one of the biggest club and theater acts in the Northeast and Midwest. Consistently selling out many shows at some of the most prominent venues throughout the country, promoters continue to be in awe that a tribute band is turning several hundred fans away from the doors each night. Badfish is rivaling the biggest tributes in the music business including Dark Star Orchestra and Super Diamond.
Over the last few years, some of the venues Badfish has sold out include Avalon (Boston), House of Blues (Chicago, Atlantic City and Las Vegas), Lincoln Theater (Raleigh, N.C.), Lupo's (Providence, R.I.), Opera House (Toronto), Revolution (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.), Starland Ballroom (Sayerville, N.J.) and many more.
Badfish make their mark on the audience by playing with the spirit of Sublime. They perform not as Sublime would have, or did, but as Badfish does. The attitude of Sublime cannot be faked, so Badfish doesn't try – its own tribute is one that works. What hits everyone the most is the heart that these four musicians pour into their show. These technically skilled players sound just like Sublime, and some fans say that seeing Badfish live is the most fun they've ever had at a show.
Full Service
If you haven't discovered this band of brothers in Austin yet, here's the deal with FULL SERVICE. They play music. Good music. They record albums. Many albums. Full lengths, EPs, Samplers, you name it. Think of it this way. . . owners of cars know that they need to change the oil every 3-4 months. That's about the amount of time between Full Service releases. It's like they are committed to changing their listeners musical oil every few months. I'd criticize them if they were coming out with generic rock. . . but these guys seem to bleed good music. The Dig is no exception. This eleven-song disc jumps genres and levels of seriousness, but at the core of it is the two-part harmony of the brothers Kepner (vocal/guitarist Bonesaw and vocal/drummer Hoagman). Songs like "Do It Again" and "Hi Ho" have a sound that is typical FS-fare – that reggae-infused mellow beachfront feel that seems to be at the core of the band. Of course, they layer a bit more of the rock on other tracks (their guitarist IS called Bonesaw, remember?). They channel Rage Against the Machine in the hardcore "Tasteless Gravy." Classic metal seems to be the source for the sounds of "Blasted Lands" and "Subterranean." A none-too concealed opinion of the war is contained on "Bombs Killed My Father." Read: "Bombs killed my father/Grief killed my mother/Rage killed my brother/Cause bombs killed his lover" Check out this release. ~INsite Magazine, by Sean Claes
Scotty Don't
Scotty Don't is the original project of all members of Badfish-A Tribute to Sublime. Having toured the country for many years, the members of Badfish decided it was finally time to unleash their own music. That happened in January of 2006. Since then Scotty Don't has toured with Badfish, doing two sets every night: one as Scotty Don't and one as Badfish. The response has been tremendous. They released their first album, a self-titled EP in January of 2006 and proceeded to give away, and sell over 10,000 copies through constant touring. In June of 2008, Scotty Don't teamed up with legendary guitar player and producer Paul Leary (Sublime, Meat Puppets, Butthole Surfers) to make their new album, "Songs from the Back Porch". That album was released on Dec 19th, 2008. As a group loaded with road-tested form and skill, they are whole-heartedly ready to launch the next generation of music fueled by blood, soul, and an intensity that is truly, in all senses of the word, original. Scotty Don't is a no-frills, take it or leave it musical concept being put out for those who are ready, willing, and able to open their ears.
Venue Information:
Emo's East
2015 East Riverside Drive
Austin, TX, 78741
Emo's East
2015 East Riverside Drive
Austin, TX, 78741