Bonnaroo 2009: Joe Pug Plays for Paste
Joe Pug took a break from the Bonnaroo crowds to play a couple of songs for us. Click above to watch the video. ... read more
Found in: A/VBonnaroo 2009: Chairlift Plays on the Ferris Wheel
This year at Bonnaroo, we had the chance to catch up with Chairlift for a ride on the ferris wheel and an acoustic performance. Click above to watch the video.... read more
Found in: Featured VideosDead Body Found at Bonnaroo Site
The body of a mid-20s white male was discovered at the Bonnaroo site on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Chattanooga Times Free Press. Workers were clearing the 700-acre farm of debris when they discovered the body in a single tent. This is the seventh death in Bonnaroo's eight-year history.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsBonnaroo 2009: Sunday Photos ft. Merle Haggard, Band of Horses, Snoop Dogg, Andrew Bird and More
[Above: Beatle Bob]Photos taken by Amber Roussel at Bonnaroo 2009... read more
Found in: Blogs, 1000 WordsBonnaroo 2009: Saturday Photos ft. Bruce Springsteen, Nine Inch Nails, Bon Iver, Wilco and More
[Above: Jimmy Buffett]Photos taken by Amber Roussel at Bonnaroo 2009... read more
Found in: Blogs, 1000 WordsBonnaroo 2009: Friday Photos ft. Al Green, Beastie Boys, Grizzly Bear, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and More
[Above: Tift Merritt]Photos taken by Amber Roussel at Bonnaroo 2009... read more
Found in: Blogs, 1000 WordsBonnaroo 2009: Progging Out with The Decemberists, Mars Volta
Still royally tuckered out from some late-night Girl Talkin', day three at Bonnaroo was pretty mellow for me. I spent most of it catching the tunes at the Sonic Stage (Brett Dennen, Grace Potter, Heartless Bastards, etc.) where the lovely Paste oasis is stationed. In early evening, I caught a solid half hour of Athens, Ga. kooks, Of Montreal, who absolutely won me over. As soon as I return from Manchester, I plan on listening to their songs that have been sullenly sitting on my iPod, just waiting to be loved. ... read more
Found in: Blogs, FestivusThe Boss Rules Bonnaroo with a Pumped Fist
Usually at Bonnaroo, my musical ADD makes me hop from one show to another after six or eight songs—there’s just so much good stuff to hear. But two artists accounted for over five hours of my time yesterday—Wilco and Bruce Springsteen. A two-hour set from Wilco reminded me that the band has two of my favorite guitarists—Jeff Tweedy and Nils Cline—and Pat Sansone ain't no slouch. I Tweeted to the world (or at least the small portion of the world that gives a crap about my proclamations) that there are very few live bands better than Wilco right now. But... read more
Found in: Blogs, FestivusBonnaroo 2009: Phoenix, Crystal Castles, Girl Talk
My personal Bonnaroo setlist this year has taken a turn for the electronic. Last year's experience was steeped in folk and good ole' guitar rock, but so far, it's been a non-stop dance party this time around. Sometimes these musical selections feel a little odd at a festival known for its hippie garb and vegan fare, but I've noticed a strong following of young folks who want to pulsate to blaring techno beats until the wee hours of the morning. And last night, I pulsated with the best of 'em.... read more
Found in: Blogs, FestivusMy Friday at Bonnaroo Featured Animal Collective, Grizzly Bear and Beastie Boys, but Al Green Wins
In a day full of musical highlights from The Low Anthem, Animal Collective, Santigold, Grizzly Bear, Lucinda Williams, Beastie Boys and David Byrne, the most memorable came during Al Green's set on the big What Stage, when we broke into "Let's Stay Together." Hitting impossible high notes and sliding onto his knees, Rev. Al showed that his time in the pulpit has been just fine for the soul. He looked mighty dapper in his dark suit and tossed roses to pretty girls in the front the front rows.... read more
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