DOWNLOAD: Titus Andronicus- A More Perfect Union
Titus Andronicus is a New Jersey band that makes you think and no matter how big they get they still remember their roots. The Glen Rock band has garnered much attention and have played sold out shows but they still manage to get away with playing the same venues. Their brand of punk rock is both urgent and intelligent, thoughtful and passionate. The band's Shakespearean name and themed Civil War album, The Monitor are just two intriguing aspects of the band. At least two of the members (Patrick and Amy) live in Brooklyn, but so be it, they are still a Jersey band. The band's history is worth mention to show their progress. I think there's so much to learn from a band like this.
In August the band performs both at Glasslands and Maxwell's. The band performed a free show at Glasslands Gallery in 2009 with The So So Glos, now they come back to play for $15. The day after they'll be at Maxwell's. Earlier this year the band played a sold out show there. Finally, the band plays the 1, 000 capacity Webster Hall in September. I saw them open for Man Man in November 2008 there, now they are headlining. Truly amazing. They've played with Ted leo, Los Campesinos, The Breeders, No Age, Black Lips, and Lucero, among others.
Titus Andronicus is a New Jersey band that makes you think and no matter how big they get they still remember their roots. The Glen Rock band has garnered much attention and have played sold out shows but they still manage to get away with playing the same venues. Their brand of punk rock is both urgent and intelligent, thoughtful and passionate. The band's Shakespearean name and themed Civil War album, The Monitor are just two intriguing aspects of the band. At least two of the members (Patrick and Amy) live in Brooklyn, but so be it, they are still a Jersey band. The band's history is worth mention to show their progress. I think there's so much to learn from a band like this.
In August the band performs both at Glasslands and Maxwell's. The band performed a free show at Glasslands Gallery in 2009 with The So So Glos, now they come back to play for $15. The day after they'll be at Maxwell's. Earlier this year the band played a sold out show there. Finally, the band plays the 1, 000 capacity Webster Hall in September. I saw them open for Man Man in November 2008 there, now they are headlining. Truly amazing. They've played with Ted leo, Los Campesinos, The Breeders, No Age, Black Lips, and Lucero, among others.
Titus Andronicus plays Glasslands Gallery with Bad Credit No Credit, Bottle Up & Go on August 18th. Tickets available here. Then they're at Maxwells on August 19. Tickets are $12 in advance here, $14 at the door. Finally, the band wraps up their tour on Sept. 22nd at Webster Hall. Tickets are $16 in advance here.
--by Star Child
Interview excerpt, line-up, and full tour date below.
Read a recent interview Patrick did for PunkNews here. Excerpt below:
One of the things we talk about on our record is how humans want to define themselves in terms of “self” and “others.” Maybe that’s kind of the same thing—someone thinks they’re foremost a punk or hardcore guy, or an indie rocker for that matter. And that would lead them to believe that music kind of becomes a lifestyle accessory and that can prevent you from exploring other kinds of music that could also be enriching.
Titus Andronicus is:
- Patrick Stickles (vocals, guitar)
- David Robbins (keyboards)
- Amy Klein (guitar, violin)
- Ian Graetzer (bass)
- Eric Harm (drums)
Titus Andronicus Tour Dates:
08-18 Brooklyn, NY - Glasslands Gallery
08-19 Hoboken, NJ - Maxwell's
08-21 Boston, MA - Royale *
08-22 Montreal, Quebec - Il Motore *
08-23 Ottowa, Ontario - Mavericks *
08-25 Ithaca, NY - Castaways *
08-26 Columbus, OH - Summit
08-27 Toledo, OH - Mickey Finn's
08-28 St. Louis, MO - LouFest
08-29 Memphis, TN - Hi Tone
08-30 Little Rock, AR - Rev Room
08-31 Dallas, TX - Sons of Hermann Hall
09-01 Austin, TX - Emo's
09-02 El Paso, TX - The Percolator
09-03 Phoenix, AZ - Trunk Space
09-8 San Fransisco, CA - The Independent
09-10 Vancouver, British Columbia - Biltmore Cabaret *
09-11 Portland, OR - Backspace / MusicFest NW
09-12 Seattle, WA - Tractor Tavern
09-13 Boise, ID - Neurolux *
09-14 Salt Lake City, UT - Kilby Court
09-15 Denver, CO - Bluebird
09-16 Omaha, NE - Waiting Room *
09-17 Minneapolis, MN - Triple Rock Social Club
09-18 Chicago, IL - Metro**
09-19 Newport, KY - Southgate House *
09-20 Atlanta, GA - The Earl *
09-21 Durham, NC - Duke Coffeehouse *
09-22 Charlottesville, VA - Jefferson Theatre *
09-23 Philadelphia, PA - First Unitarian Church *
09-24 Washington, DC - Rock and Roll Hotel *
09-25 New York, NY -Webster Hall
* with Free Energy
** with Best Coast, Male Bonding, Free Energy
They were a lot of fun the last time I saw them, and that was awhile ago. I would love to see them again sometime soon.
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