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Built to Swill
As with any small town, community, scene or style, the incest
potential quotient in Eugene is high. However, if you put stringed
instruments and Mason jars of strong beer in the hands of all
participants, you get collectively supportive and dynamic music
without sounding recyclical. For The Stagger and Sway, this is
tantamount to success. Having played in various bands together over
the past few years (and continuing to work with other musicians on
other projects), the current lineup of Mike Last (acoustic guitar,
vocals), Jerry Abelin (upright bass, vocals), Ken Howe (drums) and
Brian Patrick (electric guitar, lap-steel, mandolin etc.) has spent the
past year and half since the release of their sophomore album
playing more than 60 shows in the Northwest and writing new
material for their next record.
Break Til You Bend is a strong collection of honest songs about
driving down the curves and switchbacks of Americana as a raucous
band of off-kilter beerocrats. Propelled by Last’s acoustic swagger,
The Stagger and Sway sounds like Uncle Tupelo’s country honey
smeared across Built to Spill’s under-construction foot-stomp stage.
“Our live shows hit harder than our albums,” says Last, but
Saturday offers the unique opportunity to see both sides of the sonic
spectrum. “For the early show, we play a stripped down all acoustic
set,” Last says, “and at night we’ll plug in and rock.” Either way,
make sure you stagger, sway and grab another microbrew.
The Stagger and Sway plays 5 pm Saturday, April 21, at Sam
Bonds, and 10 pm at Cornucopia Bar and Burgers on 5th; Both shows
are free. — Patrick Newson
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Saturday, April 21 at 11:00 AM
Saturday morning!
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Fun and rhythmic Latin American music and dance to engage the whole family.
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Saturday, April 21 at 8:00 PM
Saturday night!
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Explore the rich and sultry music and dance of South America, including
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EUGENE SYMPHONY PRESENTS
Midori and the Eugene Symphony
Thursday, April 26 at 8:00 PM
SILVA— Tix: $60-$15; Student & youth discounts available
Internationally acclaimed violinist Midori returns for a
week-long residency of workshops culminating with a
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