Adam J. Spears
cincinnati, oh
- Gender: Male
- Interested In: Neither
- Member since: 2007-03-25 00:00:00
- Last log-in: 2007-05-18 00:00:00
- Events: 4
Events:
The Color Purple: National Tour
Where: Aronoff Center Procter & Gamble Hall
Date: 2008-04-15 20:00:00
Type:
Based on the award-winning novel by Alice Walker, 'The Color Purple' is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman, who, through love, finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. With a moving book by Marsha Norman and a score by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray featuring gospel, jazz, ragtime and the blues, 'The Color Purple' is ultimately a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life.
Tegan & Sara
Where: Bogart's
Date: 2008-05-09 20:00:00
Type:
Canadian sisters Tegan and Sara Quin started performing together in the mid-90s, using their school's recording studio to create two demo albums, 'Who's in Your Band?' and 'Play Day.' They gained wider attention in 1998, winning the Garage Warz Battle of the Bands, a local music competition in Calgary. Since then they have toured with such acts as Neil Young, Rufus Wainwright, Kaki King, The Pretenders, Ben Folds, The Killers, Gogol Bordello, Hot Hot Heat, Ryan Adams and Weezer, also appearing at Sarah McLachlan's Lilith Fair. The duo are touring behind their fifth album, 'The Con,' which was co-produced by Chris Walla of Death Cab for Cutie.
Minus the Bear
Where: Bogart's
Date: 2008-04-12 20:00:00
Type:
Though the song titles may lead one to believe that they're a novelty act, Minus the Bear provides polished, shrewdly arranged songs. Finger-tapped guitar riffs mixed with catchy melodies and unexpected time changes keep listeners interested and entertained. Minus the Bear has built a loyal fan base through extensive touring and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. The Big Sleep are a band from New York touring their recent release, 'Son of the Tiger.' Portugal the Man is a soul/progressive/grime trio from Wasilla, Alaska.