Spirit of '68

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Spirit of ‘68 Promotions was founded under the notion of bringing the best and brightest artists from across the country to Bloomington. Turning a blind eye to genres or musical prejudices, we do what we can to get as diverse a lineup as possible into the stages and basements of Bloomington. In effect, we bring the music to you because distance and high gas prices shouldn’t be a barrier to hearing great music.

This past Sunday the instrumental genius that is Balmorhea stopped by Russian Recording for a show with Dust From 1000 Years and Brother John. Photog Julia Rickles captured the evening and now I share what she saw with you. As an added bonus, I have included the live set from Brother John,  a 13-piece orchestra that 3 weeks and 2 practices ago didn’t exist. Remarkably, this was their first ever actual show with this lineup.

Balmorhea Live @ Russian Recording 09.05.10 Photo Gallery

If you follow me on Twitter, Facebook, or have ever had a conversation with me, you know that I am somewhat of a fan of Austin instrumental ensemble Balmorhea. They are gifted musicians creating incredibly beautiful compositions that resonate on a level I can’t even comprehend. Now you can read these words and consider it mere hyperbole, but I leave you instead with exhibit A, Balmorhea’s live set from their show this past weekend at Russian Recording.

Take a listen while you work or study or what have you and when you are finished, surf on over here, here, or here and pick up an album or two. Better yet, run down to your local record emporium so you feel that sweet, sweet vinyl in your hands. You will thank me later.

Bear In Heaven: A Live Primer

Bear In Heaven are returning to The Bishop on Thursday with rising stars Sun Airway and Lower Dens. The gentleman of Bear In Heaven have been busy since their packed to the gills show in January - touring with Metric and playing clubs and festivals across Europe. With a remix album on the horizon and Hometapes stepping up their label game, Bear In Heaven are on a  roll.

After the jump, prep yourselves for the show by listening toBear In Heaven’s recent Daytrotter session and watching a live rooftop set the band recorded during Pitchfork Festival.

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