Show Alert: The difference between real and show

Said The Whale
Wed., Aug. 28
The Magic Bag ~ Ferndale
w/ Royal Teeth

Photo from saidthewhale.tumblr.com

What will Camilo the Magician bring to the Magic Bag? How about Barbara-Ann (yes, an homage in spirit to that Barbara Ann), songs that pay homage to the spirit of Vancouver ("Black Day in December") and a preview of songs from his creators' upcoming new album, Hawaii.

After opening for Stars earlier this year, Said The Whale return to the Detroit area as headliners on their continuing quest to win America. Their earnest and often poetic pop has listeners singing "I Love You," and proves: Said The Whale is the difference between real and show.


They play the Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids Thurs., Aug. 29.

Our Detroit area venue guide for bands

We are NOT booking agents. But, because we've had the distinct pleasure of chatting with and getting to know so many bands, more and more we're being asked: "Where can I play in the Detroit area?" So we decided to get all official and post something we hope will be helpful. Just click on the link above for our new page listing venues and information about them around Metro Detroit that book Canadian indie bands. If we've missed anything-- venues, details we should know about-- just drop us a line at n2ds2w@gmail.com and we'll update our list.

Gord Downie/Julie Doiron Show @ Magic Bag CANCELED

We got word today that the Gord Downie/Julie Doiron show at the Magic Bag in Ferndale, scheduled for Fri., Apr. 22, has been canceled. Full refunds are available from the point of purchase. If you purchased from TicketWeb with a credit card, as we did, the amount will be automatically credited to your account.

No reason for the cancellation was given. Downie, known best as a member of the Tragically Hip, has been touring to promote The Grand Bounce, the most recent release of his creative project, Gord Downie and the Country of Miracles. Doiron is a member of the Country of Miracles, and of course has her own impressive catalog of solo work and collaborations, including Daniel, Fred and Julie.