Thanks to superfan #99 Ben Longcor, we were just played on 94.7FM “Alternative Portland!” Ben called in and got onto their “Perfect Playlist” program and got to play and comment on his top 5 songs. Song number 1 was our very own Disarray. Thanks again Ben!!
Feb 252010
Thanks to Christine Scott, I got to tour the KEXP radio station today. We got to meet Cheryl Waters who does the midday show and watch her work which was very cool. I dropped a CD & Press kit off with her and with Don Slack (music director) so keep your fingers crossed. Hopefully you’ll hear us soon on 90.3FM Seattle!
Feb 242010
We had a GREAT show at Nectar Lounge on the 23rd! Check out the video below for a taste. We’ve got multiple camera feeds, pro audio recording of the show and professional stills on the way which we’ll be uploading and/or editing together over the next few days, but in the meantime…check out the video of Disarray below and let us know what you think!
Feb 162010
We got a killer review on CultureMob today. Thanks to Mike Showalter for the kind words!
“From the moment the first track Disarray hits your ears, Seattle’s Copper Kings grab with you some great pop hooks on their new CD, Hellos and Goodbyes, and don’t let up. It was perfect driving music as I headed up to the Skagit Valley over the weekend and I just let it play up and back. It’s no surprise to me that they cite bands like the Wallflowers, Weezer and the Counting Crows as either influences or what they like themselves, because that’s the territory they’re in. That being said, two of my favorite tracks, Best Laid Plans and Am I Too Late, both surprisingly reminded me a bit of one of my go-to bands, Canadian alt-country group Blue Rodeo. For me, there wasn’t a weak track in the eclectic set. Formed in 2008, the group is frontman & songwriter Phil Austin, drummer & backup vocalist Chris Villasenor, bassist Charlie Bendock and lead guitarist Max Keene, who was also co-producer (with Austin) and engineer for the CD. Produced and released on their own late last year, the CD is extremely polished and shines with the care they clearly took with the types of details that make music stand out. You have more than one opportunity to catch them live in Seattle on the following dates. My guess is these guys could really rock in a live setting.”
Nectar Lounge
Tuesday 2/23/2010 10:30PM
Cover: $3, 21+
High Dive Seattle
Tuesday 3/9/2010 8:00PM
Cover: $6
Comet Tavern
Tuesday 4/6/2010
Details TBA
Feb 112010
Do YOU know anyone involved with booking for the Bumbershoot festival in Seattle? One of my dreams is to play the Mural Amphitheater at the Seattle Center! I can remember going and seeing bands there at Bumbershoot, Folklife and other festivals and events as a kid and loving it. I couldn’t tell you why, it’s just always held some sort of special appeal for me. We’ve submitted our electronic press kit through Sonicbids as requested, but any additional help getting us booked would be MUCH appreciated!! Thanks in advance!!
We’ve just lined up a show at the Comet Tavern in Seattle’s Capitol Hill on April 6th. Can you think of a better way to kick off spring than to share in an evening of great rawk with us? I don’t have all the details yet but will update this post soon.
“America’s Tuesday Night Band” - The Copper Kings will be playing at the High Dive in Fremont on March 9th at 8:00PM. You’ve never had a better reason to look forward to Tuesdays than seeing The Copper Kings live in concert!
The Copper Kings will be playing at the awesome Nectar Lounge in Fremont on February 23rd. Yes it’s a Tuesday night but it will be the most awesome Tuesday night you’ve had in a long time. Doors open at 8:00pm and the cover charge is only $3. We’ll be playing all the hits off of Hellos and Goodbyes including the song “Disarray” which is currently sweeping the nation’s radio stations…as well as a couple fun surprises. Will be playing with 2 other bands that night (TBD) so it should be a fun night of music! Come out and show your support for the Kings!
I received several reports yesterday and today showing upwards of 50 “spins” (plays) at several radio stations from Georgia to California and a few stops inbetween. Not too shabby for just the first few days of this run and we’ve gotten several commitments for next week! Should have some more interesting numbers soon…stay tuned!
