Wire at First Ave
Sunday, April 10, 2011 » Other shows: Coming Soon, Shows Will Be Here
First Avenue Mainroom • 7:00pm • 18+ • $18 adv | $20 door
More info at first-avenue.com
Added to calendar on Nov 23
Wire
From London, United Kingdom
First Twin Cities show since since October 17, 2008
From last.fm:
Wire is a band formed in 1976 in Watford, England and after splitting in 1980, have reformed three times. They consist of Colin Newman (vocals, guitar), Graham Lewis (vocals, bass) and Robert Gotobed (drums). Founding guitarist Bruce Gilbert left in 2004. In 2008, Margaret Fielder McGinnis of Laika joined the band as their touring guitarist, but as of 2010 has been replaced by Matt Simms. Wire's debut album, Pink Flag (1977), contains songs which are diverse in mood and style Read more on Last.fm
Added to bill on Mar 12
Arcwelder
From Minneapolis
First show since since December 4, 2010 • First Mainroom show since April 13, 2005 • First show supporting a touring headliner • Seventh show on MN Live's calendar since April 13, 2005
From last.fm:
Arcwelder are a Minneapolis trio who began under the moniker Tilt-a-Whirl in 1988. Drummer/singer Scott MacDonald was a veteran of the Minneapolis scene serving time in numerous bands including Red Letter Day and Velvet Elvis before hooking up with bassist/guitarist Rob Graber to form Arcwelder. Rob enlisted the services of his brother Bill Graber who promptly took up bass, guitar, and occasional singing. Read more about Arcwelder on Last.fm.
Added to bill on Mar 25