Monthly Archives: May 2012

All We Have Is Each Other

Posted on May 31, 2012 by tyson

Very little about yesterday was good. If you haven’t heard, then it falls to me to let you know that Joe “Vito” Albanese, 52, and Drew “Schmootzi The Clod” Keriakedes, 45, were killed yesterday by an angry and ill man … Continue reading →

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Band of the Day: VamoLá

Posted on May 29, 2012 by tyson

Through lively processions, parades, and stage performances, VamoLá brings to life the celebratory spirit of Brazilian carnival! While the emphasis is on samba—“the essence of the Brazilian musical soul”—VamoLá offers a rich array of other Brazilian music and dance styles … Continue reading →

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We’re counting on your support: help us hit the new goal in 24 hours!!

Posted on May 29, 2012 by M*A

Yes, we know our goal of $10,000 was rather ambitious, but it’s because we are so filled with the community spirit that HONK! festivals inspire, we had to go over the top and ask from our hearts to yours to … Continue reading →

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Band of the Day: Tubaluba

Posted on May 28, 2012 by tyson

In a little more than a year, Tubaluba has made quite a name for itself while bringing the New Orleans Brass Band tradition to the streets and clubs of Seattle. Whether its leading second line parades at the Fremont Solstice … Continue reading →

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Band of the Day: Titanium Sporkestra

Posted on May 27, 2012 by tyson

Titanium Sporkestra has been lurking on the outskirts of Seattle’s music and performance art scene for 5 years. In that time we have won the 2010 Marching Band Battle of the Bands at Burning Man. Won the Seattle Tomato Battle … Continue reading →

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Band of the Day: The Carnival Band

Posted on May 26, 2012 by tyson

he Carnival Band is a thirty piece, full tilt boogie, brass band explosion from East Vancouver that plays funk, calypso, samba, and world-beat for you to cut a rug to! We bring pure love and a lively atmosphere whether we’re … Continue reading →

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