7/15-17 what to see at Forecastle (editor's picks)

All everyone seems to be talking about in Louisville this week is Forecastle. And all everyone seems to be saying about Forecastle is how the so many of the anticipated acts seem to be on sunday; And I agree with that. Most of what I am looking forward to is on sunday too, but there are also some great acts Friday and Saturday too. Here are my picks for Forecastle 2016:

1200 - Friday 3pm Ocean Stage


 Jecory 1200 Arthur may not be widely known outside of Louisville, but that may change after Friday. 1200's live shows are always entertaining.

Ghostland Observatory - Friday 8:30 Ocean Stage

 Glitch and glitter covered festival beats don't get much much better than this.

Madisen Ward and The Mama Bear - Saturday 1:30pm Boom Stage

 Caught Madisen and Mama at Zanzabar a few months back and it is well worth a repeat viewing.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - Sunday 6pm Ocean Stage


Social and personal (as well as sexual) positions covered from all sides.

Joan Shelley - Sunday 2pm WFPK Port Stage

 Louisville Girl done good.

Ryan Adams - 9:30 pm Mast Stage


Most of the time Ryan Adams irritates me, but every now and again he does it right.

7/13 Rock Against Racism @ Haymarket Whiskey Bar (benefiting the Louisville Urban League)

Wednesday July 13 is the Rock Against Racism Concert at Haymarket Whiskey Bar to benefit Louisville Urban League, Inc. A benefit show ($7 suggested donation benefiting the Louisville Urban League) featuring the bands Eons D, Cat Casual, Slow Joe Crow & The Berserker Blues Band, and Soft Self Portraits. All admission proceeds will go directly to fund west end projects.

More info here

Video: 1200's City Song

Just released, as part of WFPK's 'City Song Series' (video's of Louisville Artists playing music around Louisville), is 1200 playing a solo version of his song OZ.
A studio recording of Oz was originally released in 2014 as part of the Louisville Is For Lovers & Guestroom Records 'Summer Cassingle Series'.

Photo Review: Clownvis, Howell Dawdy, & The Winger Brothers @ Zanzabar 6/30

The Winger Brothers

Dancin' Howell Dawdy

Making Magic

Cousin Boyd, drummer for Winger Brothers

Clownvis Sings American Trilogy

Howell Dawdy and Clownvis Presley

7/26 Freakwater @ Zanzabar

Louisville favorites Freakwater will be returning to Zanzabar on Tuesday July 26th, the first time since the release of their album 'Scheherazade' in February. Read our review here.


Zanzabar July 26th. $15. Ticket info here.

Interview: Clownvis 'The King of Clowns'

The Legendary showman Clownvis Presley brings his show stopping antics to Zanzabar Thursday June 30th. We were able to speak to him for an exclusive interview from his headquarters in St. Louis Mo. about Independence Day, Jesus, Santa, on becoming a Human Cannonball, and his secret to keeping the ladies happy (it's cotton candy). 

Clownvis the human cannonball July 4th 2014

37: Since your start more than 5 years ago, you have done slews of holiday specials and shows including Christmas Specials and television appearances as well as your own show Clownvis Time! You are also known for your July 4th extravaganzas including a special event in Saint Louis where you were shot out of a cannon at the Atomic Cowboy in 2014. Is it safe to say Independence Day is one of your most favorite holidays and do you have anything special planned for your Independence weekend show at Zanzabar?

CP: 4th of July is by far my favorite holiday, along with Christmas, which is by far my favorite holiday. And Halloween and Valentines Day are also by far my favorite holidays. I guess I just have a lot of favorite holidays...by far. But to answer your question, yes, I have special things planned for the Zanzabar show. We will celebrate Mother America and suckle on her nurturing teet. 

37: This will be your 3rd time in Louisville since your first show at Zanzabar on March 6th 2016 opening for Rob Crow. This time you are headlining the bill. What do you account for your rapid rise in popularity in Kentucky?

CP: Clownvis goes well with race horses and bourbon. 

37: The Clownvis Mafia includes a wide range of characters including manager Narvel P. Tuffnuts, sidekick Duke Karate, DJ Weenie D (personal DJ and pet dog) security guards Stanley Suede and Bruce Bagwell as well as  others including Clownapatra. Any chance we will see any of the infamous entourage at Zanzabr next week?

CP: Narvel tour manages most of my road shows, so he will be there. Bruce and Stanley are out in Hollyweird working as stuntmen in motion pictures. I'd love to take everybody on the road, but I don't like all that stuff that comes out of my budget like hotel rooms and Waffle House for a dozen people. So, me and Narv get the job done. 

Narvel P. Tuffnuts (in trademark glasses) with friend.

37: What is it exactly that makes you like catnip to women, and also if it is some sort of lotion, potion, or fragrance can you bring some to Louisville with you?

CP: I wear cotton candy body spray. 

37: It is a scientific fact that 5000 years ago Santa was walking around the North Pole when he came across the baby Jesus. He gave him a chicken wing and said "C'mon Baby" and they went and wrote the bible together. How do you incorporate these religious facts in your daily life as well as your live performances? 

CP: Jesus is my homeboy. Amen. 

Clownvis Will Be at Zanzabar Thurs June 30th
with Howell Dawdy and The Winger Brothers

Read our review of Clownvis' last show at Zanzabar here.

6/30 Clownvis, Howell Dawdy, and the Winger Brothers @ Zanzabar

Clownvis, the King of Clowns, will be making an appearance at Zanzabar on Thursday June 30th, with Howell Dawdy, and The Winger Brothers. This is an amazing line-up and has the 37FLOOD seal of approval. Read our review of Clownvis' last performance at Zanzabar here. 

Preview: We Have A Matt Bevin Problem compilation out 6/22

There has been much buzz around the forthcoming compilation of original protest songs by Kentucky musicians (the organizers wish to remain anonymous) called 'We Have A Matt Bevin Problem.' Set for release June 22nd, 40 of the 43 tracks on the album have just been added to bandcamp for previewing (and attached below here)  including works by IamIs, The Gallery Singers, The Hot Wires, and many many more. Many of the tracks were recorded pro bono at La La Land, and 100% of the the sales ($10ea) of this 43 track download go to benefit Planned Parenthood of Kentuckiana.

7/2 IamIs LP release show at Kaiju with Cut Family Foundation

Local rock duo IamIs will be releasing their 3rd LP, Go Supernovae!, on July 2nd at their album release show with Cut Family Foundation at Kaiju.

7/8-10 Poorcastle at APOCALYPSE (and FREE TIX)

Poorcastle, the local music alternative to the regional festival Forecastle (the following weekend) will take place at Apocalypse Brew Works July 8-10 with over 30 local acts over 3 days.
The price is an extremely reasonable $5 a day, but anyone who purchases a CD/LP/Cassette at Guestroom Records of any band playing at Poorcastle will receive a FREE day pass (for the day that band is playing). Proceeds of Poorcastle go to Crescent Hill Radio 100.9FM.
Bands include Sick Velvet, Tall Squares, Dream Eye Color Wheel, Satellite Twin, others.