Upcoming shows: Local shows for those in the know

Written by Nathalia Velez
(nvelez@mscd.edu)

Honor the Fallen
2.21.2009
7:30 PM @ The Atlas Theater, $10, all ages

For nearly three years Broomfield quintet, Honor the Fallen, have been writing some real-life rock ‘n’ roll backed with a certain “carpe diem” attitude. While all band members contribute to the music-writing process, it is lead singer Matt Guerin who primarily tends to the lyrics. According to bassist Jerrod Fassler, “he listens (to) and feels the music, and just writes from the heart.” The band attributes their style to a variety of influences. “A lot of our songs are different from each other, and there’s not one particular band you can label us as,” Fassler said. HTF has appeared at a number of Colorado venues such as Caffeinated Coffee House Presents in Broomfield, and 3J’s Coffee House in Johnstown, but have progressed to more notable gigs, such as appearances at 2008’s Warped Tour and the annual Broomfield event, Broomstock, which has been the largest crowd they’ve played to date. HTF will take the stage Feb. 21 at the Atlas Theater in Greeley and will play a free show March 27 at Hot Topic in Flatirons Mall. For more information visit www.myspace.com/honorthefallen.com.

Written by Robert Dominguez
(dominrob@mscd.edu)

The Submarines
2.20.2009
8PM, The Hi-Dive, $10, 16+

The married duo known as The Submarines is comprised of John Dragonetti (aka John Drag) and Blake Hazard, who originate from Boston by way of Los Angeles. The recent success of the band has been highlighted with “You, Me, and the Bourgeoisie” from their latest release Honeysuckle Weeds, which appears on an Apple iPod commercial. The sultry voice of Hazard blends well with the eclectic accompaniment of musical styles that manage to transcend both synth-pop and traditional indie rock. If you like Death Cab for Cutie or The Postal Service, this show is one that you will not want to miss. The Submarines will be co-headlining with The Morning Benders Feb. 20 at the Hi-Dive in Denver (www.hi-dive.com).

Written by Enrico Dominguez
(edoming2@mscd.edu)

Bob Pellegrino doesn’t sing to the music, instead his guitar simply lends to the vocals on tracks like “Angeline” and “Hey Nick.” Pellegrino’s lyricism comes from the pit of his stomach, and he vocally puts his heart and soul into every verse. Pellegrino really shows his versatility with tracks like “Swingin’ on 3rd,” where he uses no chords, just pure old-fashioned blues finger-picking, in a style that can’t help but get you up and make you move. It’s only right that such a great performer and local talent like Pellegrino opens the new Blues on Blake Supper Club. Check him out Feb. 28 for the grand opening hosted by Keith Webb and Randy Thornton. For more information visit www.myspace.com/bobpellegrino.