Category: TAKE THIS

Take This: Two 3 Day Passes to Desert Daze Festival 2016

Janky Smooth Central Command September 26, 2016

Have you already gotten tickets for the most anticipated festival of 2016? Desert Daze has booked what looks to be the best festival lineup of the year and moved the event to a virgin location- The Institute of Mentalphysics in Joshua Tree. Desert Daze And Deap Vally Interview for Janky Smooth Sessions The sudden loss of Suicide’s, Alan Vega was not just a big hit to the delicate balance of a festival lineup but it was a HUGE loss to the music community at large and to those that loved him. While it seems a bit petty to discuss the death of a human in terms of the effect it had on a music festival, Suicide might’ve been the single most buzzed about band performing at Desert Daze 2016. Desert Daze rose to the immense challenge of filling the massive and gaping hole that was left in the wake of the death of Alan Vega by adding King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, METZ and Godspeed You! Black Emperor to the already stacked lineup that features: Primus, Television, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Thee Oh Sees, Washed Out, Toro y Moi, Deerhunter, Foxygen, The Black Angels playing Passover in it’s entirety.

No Parents Make the Top 10 Songs of 2015 across a number of our contributors

Take This: 2 Tickets & Record Label Swag For Dirty Penni Fest at The Echo

Janky Smooth Central Command June 16, 2016

On July 23rd, Dirty Laundry TV and local Los Angeles independent record label, Penniback Records are taking over the Echo and Echoplex to showcase both the bands on their label and other, prominent L.A. up and comers; Dirty Penni Fest is born. As the epidemic of DIY music biz entrepreneurs spreads across Southern California, legions of young punks and prodigies hustle hard to expose the world to their neighborhood bands. Featuring artists such as Wild Wing, Jurassic Shark, Super Lunch and Tongues, Penniback Records is drawing attention for their contributions to the ever expanding universe of bands in L.A. Some of the headliners include No Parents, Guantanamo Baywatch, The legendary Mike Watt, Death Hymn Number 9, Lovely Bad Things. A couple other bands we’re excited about are French Vanilla, one of the best bands you’ve never heard of and the almighty Meat Market. There is also a SUPER SECRET GUEST that they are unable to announce yet so expect a nice surprise at the top of this festival. You Can Buy Tickets Here or Janky Smooth and Penniback Records are giving away 2 tickets to Dirty Penni Fest and label swag that includes 2 cassettes, 3 CD’s and a T-shirt to one winner that will

Thee Oh Sees at Berserktown II by David Evanko

Take This: Win 2 Tickets to Burger Boogaloo 2016 in Oakland

Danny Baraz March 29, 2016

The Burger Boogaloo festival is the Burgerama of the North. With Burgerama V still up in the air, the cousin of Burgerama, Burger Boogaloo is signed, sealed and delivered to take place Saturday, June 25th and 26th at Mosswood Park in Oakland. Every year Burger Records take their show on the road to Oakland and every year that burger comes out well done. Film maker John Waters will once again be the Master of Ceremonies this year and Burger has added a meet and greet with American cultural icon, Ms Traci Lords. Vintage indie band, The Mummies have been booked to play the festival for the second year in a row with everyone expecting them to outdo their motorcycle entrance to last year’s performance with another surprise. Along with The Mummies, the lineup also includes Thee Oh Sees, Shannon and the Clams, The Spits, Death Valley Girls, King Khan and The Shrines, The Dwarves and Angry Samoans, to name just a few. Single day or weekend pass tickets are available now. Janky Smooth is giving away 2 tickets to one winner to this years’ Burger Boogaloo. You can enter our contest or: Purchase Tickets Here CONTEST RULES: Follow Janky Smooth on Facebook, Instagram

Take This: OFF! at Alex’s Bar 16 Year Anniversary Ticket Giveaway

Danny Baraz January 20, 2016

When I think about the state of punk rock, it’s strange to consider that Keith Morris is still the one leading punks to the promised land. Even at 60 years old, Keith Morris really has one of the only legitimate, new HARDCORE punk bands in America. OFF! has all the elements of aggression, commentary and legitimacy that are required to achieve respect in a genre that eats it’s own. It must be a strange thing to be a living icon. That’s not something you can retire from. OFF! is playing a two night stint at one of our favorite punk rock bars in the country; Alex’s Bar in Long Beach. These dates serve as a celebration of Alex’s Bar’s 16 year anniversary. Both nights are chock full of impressive opening acts that range from established legends to legit, up and coming, next wave punks. On Friday, Jan 29th OFF! will be joined by young guns, Kim and the Created, Death Hymn Number 9 and yet another solid and viable Matt Caughthran project, The Drips. On Saturday, Jan 30th, OFF! is joined by legend Mike Watt and his Missingmen as well as a second consecutive night of The Drips and

Ty Segall and The Muggers at Silverlake Lounge

Take This: Ty Segall and The Muggers Ticket Giveaway in LA

Danny Baraz January 7, 2016

What the fuck, Ty Segall? When do you sleep? Ty Segall unveiled his new band on Tuesday night at The Silverlake Lounge during a secret, warm up show. There has been much anticipation and excitement around the new “The Muggers” moniker attached to his name on the upcoming tour schedule. It was revealed Tuesday that along with regular bassist, Mikal Cronin, there will be a few other familiar faces on stage with Ty Segall on his upcoming tour. Emmet Kelly of The Cairo Gang on lead guitar, Wand singer Cory Hanson on Keyboard, Evan Burrows of Wand on Drums, and Kyle Thomas of King Tuff on second guitar. This will be the band touring with Ty Segall during the upcoming tour supporting the new “Emotional Mugger” album that is dropping January 22nd. Janky Smooth is giving away two tickets to each night of sold out shows at The Teragram Ballroom on January 15th and 16th. Contest Rules: Follow Janky Smooth on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Share or Retweet our Ty Segall and The Muggers Ticket Giveaway Posts. Leave a comment on this post telling us what your favorite Ty Segall album is and why. Winners will be selected on Thursday Jan 14th

Take This: STRFKR New Years Eve Ticket Giveaway at Teragram

Danny Baraz December 29, 2015

Janky Smooth is giving away tickets to the STRFKR New Years Eve show at the Teragram Ballroom for you and your ENTIRE crew of friends. Dance 2015 and the night away with STRFKR and Drug Cabin. Janky Smooth is giving away SIX TICKETS to one lucky winner and their friends. Winner will be announced Thursday, Dec 31st at 11 am pacific time. You can enter our ticket giveaway or you can Purchase Tickets Here Contest Rules: Follow Janky Smooth on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Share or Retweet our New Years Eve STRFKR ticket Giveaway posts Leave a comment on this post telling us one of your New Year’s Resolutions.

take this: 2 Tickets & Vinyl Package For Moon Block Rock & Roll Circus

Danny Baraz December 22, 2015

On January 9th at The Teragram Ballroom, the fine folks from Moon Block are bringing us the Rock and Roll Circus. The night features performances by Fever the Ghost, Morgan Delt, Vinyl Williams, Hott MT and JJUUJJUU. There will be no switchover times between bands but instead, a continuous stream of rock and roll emanating from the stage of the Teragram Ballroom. We’re not quite sure about the mechanics of it all but we are looking forward to having our faces melted while the bands play hot potato with their guitars! The Moon Block collective has brought us epic festivals such as Moon Block Party and Desert Daze. Their success is built on unique formats like the one they are planning for Rock and Roll Circus on January 9th. Janky Smooth is proud to announce a ticket and vinyl giveaway for the Moon Block Rock and Roll Circus. The winner will receive two free tickets and a vinyl/cassette package which includes: (1) Fever the Ghost LP, (1) Fever the Ghost EP, (1) Morgan Delt limited edition 7″, and (1) Hott MT vinyl, + (1) JJUUJJUU CD You Can Purchase Tickets Here or Enter Our Rock and Roll Circus Ticket and Vinyl

Take This: 2 Tickets to Shredtopia Sk8 Contest and Concert

Janky Smooth Central Command December 1, 2015

On Saturday, December 5th, The Shredtopia Skate Contest and Music Festival will take over the Santa Monica Pier at 1:00pm – 8:00pm CA Productions and California RampWorks are building their signature triple set street course for 30 of the best AM skaters in California, including Matt Lemond. The athletes are competing for $4K in cash prizes. Bands include: Radical Something, Jet West,MEET ME AT THE PUB, Tropical Nasty, and legendary skater, Tony Alva‘s band His Eyes Have Fangs: Judges: Felix Arguelles, Garrett Hill and Neal Mims Skate Academy (Neal Mims) MC: Chris Pastras Beer: Santa Monica Brew Works Food: Dogtown dogs, The Grilled Cheese Truck and The Albright Partners: Dogtown Skateboards, Monster Energy, U.S. Army, Verizon,ALVA | SURFCRAFT, Nectar Sunglasses, Stoked Mentoring, Stzlife andDogtown Coffee (DTC). You can enter our contest or you can Purchase Tickets Here Janky Smooth is giving away 2 tickets to one winner. Winner will be announced, Friday December 4th at 11am pacific. Contest Rules: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Share or retweet one of our Shredtopia Giveaway posts on social media. Leave a comment here telling us about the first skateboard you have ever owned.

Take This: No Parents/Plague Vendor Ticket Giveaway

Janky Smooth Central Command November 20, 2015

No Parents and Plague Vendor: Two of our favorite, young bands are playing The Echo on Friday November 27th and Janky Smooth is giving away 2 tickets to one winner. No Parents with their hardcore, punk rock arrangements and hilarious approach to the theme and lyrical content of their songs, are one of the most fun and exciting bands in Los Angeles right now. Plague Vendor with their dark themes and haunting rhythms are one of the tightest band in the scene. Lead singer, Brandon Blaine is a rhythmic contortionist and vocal pugilist. The buzz around putting these two bands together is a testament to the diverse musical palette of Los Angeles. SoCal punk band Melted are also on the bill for this mini tour. Additional dates below. Janky Smooth is giving away two tickets to one winner. You can enter our Plague Vendor/No Parents Ticket Giveaway or you can: Purchase Tickets Here This event is 18 and over. Contest Rules: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Share and Retweet our Plague Vendor/No Parents Ticket Giveaway posts Leave a comment on this post telling us what you are most thankful for this year. Winner will be announced on Wednesday, November 25th at 11am pacific.

Take This: Two Tickets To See Dick Dale Play Malibu Inn/Casa Escobar

Janky Smooth Central Command September 10, 2015

Dick Dale is singlehandedly responsible for the entire genre of surf rock. With the HUGE resurgence of the style that is taking place in garages all over the world, it’s important to know it’s roots. Through the 50’s to the present day, his playing is so unique and loud that Leo Fender worked to develop the first ever 100 watt amplifier named the Fender Dual Showman Amp, made specifically for Dick Dale, “The King of Surf Guitar”. At 78 years old, Dick Dale must keep playing shows or he’ll die; literally. In a recent July 29th interview with the Pittsburgh City Paper, Dick Dale revealed that he continues to tour aggressively to “pay for medical patches and pouches” that help him not only live more comfortably after two bouts of rectal cancer, renal failure and severely damaged vertebrae but to get enough of the medical supplies that allow him to sustain his life. That doesn’t stop Dick Dale from shredding that Fender Stratocaster more viciously than anyone on planet earth. Dick Dale is playing the venue formerly known as the Malibu Inn, Casa Escobar on September 19th. Don’t miss your chance to see a living legend of surf guitar play

Take This: Beach Goth Ticket Giveaway

Danny Baraz September 2, 2015

Now for the 4th year in a row, Southern California native band, The Growlers are throwing their masquerade influenced music festival at The Observatory in Orange County on Oct 24th and 25th. Everyone on the internet collectively orgasmed upon announcement of that line-up. The Growlers are set to headline both days in a line up that includes Parliament Funkadelic, Die Antwoord, Grimes, Julian Casablancas and the Voidz, FIDLAR, The Mummies, Subhumans, The Adicts and Eagles of Death Metal, just to name a few. Shenanigans include a Live Smurf Village, The 5678’s from Kill Bill, a rap battle hosted by Riff Raff and Pauly Shore and Selena Impersonators. Fucking epic. Janky Smooth is giving away two weekend passes to one winner. You can enter our Beach Goth Ticket Giveaway or you can: Purchase Tickets Here Contest Rules: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Share and Retweet our Beach Goth Ticket Giveaway posts Leave a comment on this post telling us who you are most excited to see and why. Winner will be announced on Monday, October 19th at 11am pacific. past coverage of some of the performers: A Seminal Performance by The Growlers on Valentines Day Warpaint and The Garden Mesmerize at YAAAASS!

Take This: Passion of The Weiss Fest Ticket Giveaway

Danny Baraz September 2, 2015

Jeff Weiss has established himself as a clear and respected voice in music journalism and a barometer of hip hop. His popular blog, Passion of the Weiss is celebrating it’s 10 year anniversary on Sunday, September 6th at The Echo with a music festival that features artists such as Open Mike Eagle and M.C. NOCANDO. We are giving away 2 tickets to one winner to check out Passion of the Weiss Festival. There is also an incredible amount of buzz surrounding a Special Guest who cannot be announced due to agreements surrounding a headlining gig in November. Other artists performing at the Festival include Boogie, Saba, Chester Watson, Delroy Edwards, Nadastrom and The Outfit from Texas. Tickets start at $23 and can be PURCHASED HERE Contest Rules: Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Share this post on Facebook OR Twitter and then leave a comment directly on this post on the website with your guess as to who the special, headlining, super secret guest is that has their own headlining gig in November. We are also running a separate contest on Instagram so enter there to have a better chance of winning! Winner will be announced on Saturday, September 5th