When you think about the true stars of today’s kindie music scene, what are the names that can easily be tossed out there? Laurie Berkner, Dan Zanes, Ralph’s World, They Might Be Giants (debate amongst yourselves if the Disney label disqualifies them from ‘kindie’ status). Anyone else? Justin Roberts, I […]
The annual Kansas City Jiggle Jam is fast approaching. In fact, it’s next weekend! My gang drove all the way from Philly to BBQ-land last year for Jiggle Jam and had one of the best musical weekends of our lives. I’m still amazed at how well-run, well-organized and on-time the […]
Can’t be in Brooklyn today? No worries. Just be sure to tune in to XM Radio’s Kids Place Live channel today between Noon and 4pm for live coverage of the 2010 Kindiefest music festival featuring Ralph’s World, Recess Monkey, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Bill Harley, Clementown and the Royal Order […]
I don’t write nearly enough about all the great kindie rock (and kid-hop) taking place in my adoptive hometown of Philadelphia, PA. Today, I’m going to shed some light on the best kid’s music events taking place in the land of cheesesteaks over the next few months, just for my […]
Last year, the fine folks behind Kansas City’s Jiggle Jam put together the greatest weekend of kid’s music imaginable. Heck, even letting me on the main stage to introduce one of the bands couldn’t detract from the greatness of the festivities! I contend this lineup, top to bottom, may never […]
Now that the Sonicbids winners have been announced, the 2010 Kindiefest lineup is complete. Here’s what you’ll be seein’ or missin’ (if for some reason you don’t attend the kid’s music event of the year): Industry Showcase (Saturday May 1) Frances England Rhythm Child Mr. Leebot The Sugar Free All […]
Viewmaster. Lite Bright. Ferris Wheel. Robot Costume. Secret Agent 23 Skidoo’s new video for “Family Time” has got it all. The visual presentation is as good as the song, that is to say Outstanding! This is easily one of the best kid’s music videos I’ve ever seen. Might just win […]
Talk about luck. Today’s Secret Agent 23 Skidoo show had the feeling of a private house concert. The show took place in the front room of the intimate Grindstone Coffee shop on 5th Street, just south of South St. in Philly. The 15 square foot space is bordered with well-worn […]
