The Sounds of VTech

Last night was one of those nights. Choices had to be made. You could have A) waited in line with a bunch of tweens who stayed up past their bedtime to watch the new Twilight movie, New Moon or  B) waited in line with a bunch of electro funk music loving fans and watch the energetic duo from Austin rock out SPIN on Sunset at the Key Club. Dilemma right? I opted for B. And though I had a moment of uncertainty when I was being crushed by the crowd who were desperately vying for front row viewing, the moment Aaron Behrens and Thomas Turner aka Ghostland Observatory took the stage, any doubt was wiped away. 

When Turner came out on stage in his Count Chocula cape, and Behrens grabbed the mic to perform their first song, it was the best of both worlds. The packed crowd went wild. Guys dressed in capes, one dressed as a banana, the blinding flashes of dozens of cameras, you could tell it was going to be one of those nights. And the energy in the audience continued to rise as Behrens gyrated for the crowd, strutting up and down the stage to their cheers. 

You had to be there. But if you weren’t, here’s a quick photo recap and next time, keep it here on the Sounds of VTech and don’t miss out. 

Tomorrow night, November 19th, join SPIN on Sunset and VTech as we present an evening with Ghostland Observatory for an exclusive performance. 

SPIN on Sunset is a signature series of SPIN Magazine in Los Angeles at the Key Club in Los Angeles. The SPIN on Sunset series has seen groups such as Chromeo, Fratellis, Gym Class Heroes, and more.

Now it’s time for the Austin duo, Ghostland Observatory, who’s electro/rock/funk music has been garnering attention and praise since their debut full-length album in 2005 with delete.delete.i.eat.meat. Ghostland, now working on album #4, continues to rock out at festivals and shows.

Have you bought your tickets yet?

Click here to buy tickets: Ghostland Observatory Tickets!

An Evening with Public Enemy

This Thursday, November 18th at the George Washington University’s Lisner Auditorium, come and defeat Public Enemy #1, Youth Homelessness in one unforgettable night with ticket proceeds benefiting Sasha Bruce House. 

This November is the three year anniversary of National Homeless Youth Awareness Month designated by Congress through the efforts of the RE*Generation ,Virgin Mobile’s charity arm.  And this Thursday is your chance to help. Purchase your ticket to Virgin Mobile’s charity concert featuring Public Enemy in Washington, D.C. with proceeds benefiting homeless youth, and let’s get into the spirit of giving back and help the homeless stay warm this winter. 

Purchase tickets for $25 at DC’s 9:30 Club prior to the show or online a www.aneveningwithpublicenemy.com. 

For those who buy tickets, VIP seat upgrading is available. Just bring a new or lightly used coat on the day of the show to will call and instantly receive an upgrade. (subject to availability)

“Don’t believe the hype. Just because everyone says the economy’s coming back doesn’t mean that homeless kids don’t need a place to sleep and keep warm.”  Flavor Flav of Public Enemy

 Special Documentary Screening

Kyocera’s ALL Access gave youth across America the opportunity to go behind the scenes at the 2009 Virgin Mobile FreeFest and create a rock documentary about the unique music festival, featuring candid moments and exclusive interviews with Weezer, Franz Ferdinand, Public Enemy, Taking Back Sunday, Blink-182 and more.  The fourteen young filmmakers, who were selected from thousands of applicants, captured the incredible energy at the event, with a special eye toward the bands’ excitement about helping young Americans.  The Independent Film Channel (IFC) will debut vignettes of the film this November, to be followed soon after by a public release and a Kyocera world-premiere event.

Sasha Bruce House            

A young person who needs a place to stay – for any reason – can find a home at the Sasha Bruce House. The staff at Bruce House also providing counseling and classes that can lead a young person back to a more stable and supportive family situation, or on a path to true independence and self-sufficiency. DC’s only short-term shelter for young people, the Bruce House is open 24 hours a day, serving roughly 200 – 300 youth, ages 11-17, each year.

Here it is. The third and final video from the Portland, OR. band, Hockey from their recent appearance at SPIN’s Manhattan office rooftop for a special SPINHouse Live event sponsored by VTech during CMJ this year. “Too Fake” is from their album, Mind Chaos and now on the Sounds of VTech for you to enjoy. 

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The Sounds of VTech / Hockey: Too Fake

This Saturday, VTech and Wilshire District want you to and join the fun. And the only place to be that night will be at the Deep Thinkers release party at The Riot Room with Deep Thinkers, Chief Rocker Busy Bee, Reggie B and Miles Bonny, Emcee Reach and of course, DJ Ice. And to celebrate the release of their latest full-length album, Deep Thinkers and Wilshire District Music are giving fans a chance to download a track from their new album “Make It Quake,” entitled It’s So Fresh. (link below)

Deep Thinkers are MC The Brother of Moses and producer Leonard Dstroy. Their 4th full-length album Make It Quake promises to bring the KC duo to the forefront of progressive Hip-Hop. MC Brother of Moses breaks through on this album, with a stellar performance on tracks “99 Bottles” and “Mid-West Flambay.” Beat-maker Leonard Dstroy shines on Make It Quake, proving that he is quickly becoming one of the most talented and respected producers in the game.  Production ranges from the scratch-heavy banger “Knock Knock” to the laid-back and jazzy “Beyond the Surface.”

So download this thought inducing track by our favorite KC duo, and come Saturday night, expect more good beats and a whole lot of fun.

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Next Thursday, join VTech and SPIN as we bring you Ghostland Observatory for SPIN on Sunset. SPIN on Sunset is a signature series of SPIN Magazine in Los Angeles at the Key Club in Los Angeles. The SPIN on Sunset series has seen groups such as Chromeo, Fratellis, Gym Class Heroes, and more. Now it’s time for the Austin duo, Ghostland Observatory, who’s electro/rock/funk music has been garnering attention and praise since their debut full-length album in 2005 with delete.delete.i.eat.meat. Ghostland, now working on album #4, continues to rock out at festivals and shows.

So mark November 19th down on your calendars and buy your tickets. Don’t miss your chance to see an exclusive show from the energetic duo from Austin, TX. Brought to you by VTech and SPIN.

Click here to buy tickets: Ghostland Observatory Tickets!