Acrpost: A Project of the Pacific Association of Artist Run Centres

Event Description

. Saturday, September 19th IMU presents The BENDS Radiohead Tribute w/ GO GHETTO TIGER, CITIZENS FOR AIRPLANES & THE FILM INDUSTRY @ The Railway Club, 579 Dunsmuir . Doors 9pm / Cover $10

RADIOHEAD Tribute band The BENDS pays live musical homage to of one of the world's most innovative and popular contemporary bands. Formed as a musical homage to Radiohead and performed by seasoned musicians who share a intense love of the band, The Bends endevour to share some the aurally luminous magic they've experienced, by playing incandescent songs from the Radiohead catalog in their energized live tribute coming to stage near you soon!

GO GHETTO TIGER delivers devastating synth riffs and irresistibly danceable beats with a live show that has been described as "unpredictable, always keeping you guessing about where it might turn next." Their eclectic blend of guitar, bass and synth interjects playful drum loops, samples and melodic vocals, combining into intelligent, sparkly, melodic grooves with inspired lyrics and tempo changes. http://www.myspace.com/goghettotigermusic

CITIZENS FOR AIRPLANES - Built on captivating songwriting and inspiring, high energy shows, Citizens For Airplanes meshes addictive choruses with a fresh take on established rock elements into songs that demand repeating. Their live performances radiate a blinding chemistry, giving the impression that they've been playing together for years, with capacity crowds dancing and singing along at numerous local venues. Breaking away from the usual teenage angst songs, their songs boast a wealth of captivating guitar and keyboard riffs, playful and reflective lyrics with occasionally cheeky overtones, and tight, anthemic harmonies. Driving bass lines provide escape for listeners weary of the redundant music encounters of typical commercial songs, while heavy back beats encourage vigorous head bobbing and hip movement. http://www.myspace.com/citizensforairplanes

The FILM INDUSTRY - Combining the liberating power of rock and a hypnotic approach derived from electronic roots, with a zest of jazz for good measure, The Film Industry makes your head nod with their trippy groove-oriented music. Featuring former members of OCEANIC, their electronic groove based music is a fusion of ambient guitars, samples and keyboard textures and take you on an irresistible journey of sound! http://www.myspace.com/thefilmindustry