Local Bands Throwdown ... YCBW and Banana Phonetic

So although this might be a little last minute, but I'd regret it if I didn't say a word or two about two upcoming acts.... My two favorite local bands will be having shows back-to-back this weekend, so... hit the venues.

Banana Phonetic - Cask n' Flagon @ 10:30 pm
This Allston-based band has slowly worked its way up the Boston indie radar.  They are slightly influenced by Wilco and Pavement and I personally love their constant change of tempos, which makes every show a dance off... and... it's also worth mentioning that Akhil, their front man and also main contributor to IndieMuse, has an awesome mane which can't stand still while they are jamming.  Seeing them live is a blast.


I heard they were recording in Vermont a few days ago, so maybe we'll get some great stuff from their new recordings.

You Can Be A Wesley - House of Blues, the restaurant @ 9:45 pm
You know about the Wesleys because I've written about them a few times.  But, just in case you need to understand why I love them so much... when they're on stage you know they are not playing to get a cult-like following, they play for the love of music, something many artists have forgotten about. 


Their music is an energy builder with unique vocals, and musical juxtapositions: heart-throbbing lines with soothing harmonies, explosive drum strokes with dreamy guitar riffs, and unexpected change of tempos with metaphorical lyrics.




So, people... no questions asked... two great shows.   Sounds like an awesome weekend is ahead of us.