Freakin’ Weekend: 04.29-05.01

Late edition! But there’s still plenty of time to check out awesome shows. Go forth and party!

Thursday
polarOPPOSITEbear, Living Ghost, Nerv / White Lightning / whenever / Donations
Don’t know much about the other bands, but a chance to catch Dan Davis as the one-man wrecking crew Living Ghost is not one to be taken lightly. Tread carefully and carry earplugs.

Friday
Decibully, Happy Chromosomes, Beast Wars / Mill / 9pm / $6
Great indie music headed up by Decibully from Milwaukee. Great melodies and great energy if you like that kind of thing.

Saturday
HOTT, Sam Locke-Ward and the Boo-Hoos, Fret Rattles, the Box Knives / Blue Moose / 9pm / $6
Still one of IC’s finest, HOTT rock with precision, grace, and massive amplification. Samuel Locke-Ward is a can’t miss performer, and fronting his beautiful band of Boo-Hoos is no exception. A classic Iowa City rock ‘n’ roll show.

About the Author

Todd is a transplant from the East Coast who came to Iowa City to live life, love music, and enjoy cheap beer. In addition to working on Mission Freak and Mission Creek Festival, he writes semi-regularly for Tiny Mix Tapes and Daytrotter and books music and other events at local non-profit venue Public Space ONE.