11/13 @ Velvet Lounge:
Maybe Mars presents THE CHINESE UNDERGROUND TOUR with P.K. 14, Xiao He + downstairs DJ Lunch Money
Doors 9pm/Show 10pm/18+/$10
This is a rare opportunity to see some great Chinese bands. I've only seen Xiao He in the past, and he's incredible, both with his band Glorious Pharmacy and solo. He's one of those musicians who is equally adept at making rock/folk/pop music (albeit from his own unique and off-kilter perspective) as he is putting together sprawling ambient instrumentals. His new 2 disc set features all improv performance--one CD is done in the studio, the other brings together years of live performances. I'm guessing the VL show will skew towards the experimental. This show really shouldn't be missed.