Thursday, Sept. 15
What: Dosh with WALSH and George Middlebrooks
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Pilot Light
Price: $6
Our Take: Though he tours with Andrew Bird’s band regularly, Martin Luther King Chavez Dosh stands apart in his one-man act. Blending jazz, rock and hip-hop in a sea of loops with live piano and drums. Local one-man electronic wrecking crew WALSH opens the set.
What: Midnight Voyage presents Ana Sia & VibeSquad with Signal Path and Epcot
When: 9 p.m.
Where: The Cider House
Price: $12 advance / $15 door + $3 surcharge for under 21
Our Take: Bass music and polyrhythms. There are two schools of thought regarding the matter: Either you are spinning with glee or reading the next entry at this point. Trust your instincts, Luke.
What: “Super 8”
When: 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m
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Where: UC Auditorium
Price: Free for students with ID / $1 to public
Our Take: J.J. Abrams evokes early Spielberg with his blend of wistful childhood ending and alien obliteration, all with a subtle critique of racism and xenophobia that echoes later Spielberg, as well. Naturally he produced the film.
Friday, Sept. 16
What: Dixieghost
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Barley’s Taproom and Pizzeria
Price: Free
Our Take: Local boys bring country soul and rock ‘n’ roll attitude to Barley’s stage. PBR sold separately.
What: “Super 8”
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Humanities Amphitheatre
Price: Free for students with ID / $1 to public
Our Take: J.J. Abrams evokes early Spielberg with his blend of wistful childhood ending and alien obliteration, all with a subtle critique of racism and xenophobia that echoes later Spielberg, as well. Naturally he produced the film.
What: Down From Up with Kontraband Muzik and Something Once Sacred
When: 8 p.m.
Where: The Valarium
Price: $5 advance / $8 door + $3 surcharge for under 21
Our Take: Unapologetic devotees of ’80s shred and early ’00s melodic breakdowns, Knoxville’s own Down From Up continues the region’s long-running love affair with all things out of fashion yet still popular.
Saturday, Sept. 17
What: UT Film Committee presents “Gone With the Wind”
When: 1 p.m.
Where: Clarence Brown Theatre
Price: Free
Our Take: In conjunction with the CBT production of “Moonlight and Magnolias,” UT Film will screen the 1939 classic about Southern belles and the Civil War. Fun fact: Clark Gable’s single obscenity caused the first run of the film to include a disclaimer for discerning viewers. “Moonlight and Magnolias” will be staged at 7:30 p.m.
What: Valarium Saturday Night Dance Party
When: 10 p.m.
Where: The Valarium
Price: $5
Our Take: If you need an excuse to don glowbands and burn away the week’s stresses on a Friday, the $5 price tag here doesn’t hurt. As always, bring your own water.
What: Royal Bangs Double Header with Yung Life and Mutations
When: 7 p.m. all ages show (no alcohol served), 10:30 p.m. second show (18 & up)
Where: Pilot Light
Price: $8 advance / $10 door
Our Take: Echoing the bygone days of all ages in the Old City, the Royal Bangs return to their roots with a double feature. Though hanging with high schoolers probably doesn’t sound that appealing, Yung Life is worth the discomfort.
Sunday, Sept. 18
What: UT Film Committee presents “Gone With the Wind”
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Clarence Brown Theatre
Price: Free
Our Take: In conjunction with the CBT production of “Moonlight and Magnolias,” UT Film will screen the 1939 classic about Southern belles and the Civil War. Fun fact: Clark Gable’s single obscenity caused the first run of the film to include a disclaimer for discerning viewers. “Moonlight and Magnolias” will be staged at 2 p.m.
— The Beacon Weekender is compiled and occasionally edited for continuity and style by Jake Lane. Any additions, comments, rants, complaints or miscellaneous feedback can be sent to [email protected].
