This semester doesn’t appear to be any different. Alan Chesbro, the commissioner of AS Presents, along with his staff, is bringing more brilliant independent acts our way. This week sees rockers Pinback sharing the stage with MC Chris, a goofy guy who’s positioning himself as one of the leaders of hip hop’s burgeoning nerd core scene.
Chris, in his second appearance on the north coast, is recognizable as the voice actor behind Aqua Teen Hunger Force’s MC Pee Pants and other work for the Cartoon Network. Art rockers Pinback bring new songs in addition to classics, as they tour in support of their 2007 Touch And Go Records release, _Autumn Of The Seraphs_.
Coming up in April, the twin-sister rock duo of Tegan And Sarah grace the Kate Buchanan Room stage on the 19th of the month. After quickly rising to success in a Canadian music competition, the pair was offered a record deal with Neal Young’s Vapor Records. Since then, they’ve released two critically acclaimed albums and continuously refine their folk rock sound.
The 2008-2009 lineup represents the 7th year AS Presents has brought world-class entertainment at affordable prices to HSU students and the community at large. Everybody from acclaimed director Spike Lee, musical activist Michael Franti, indie-rock darlings Bright Eyes, hip-hop wizard DJ Shadow and Americana maestros Uncle Earl has played a set or two at Humboldt State. AS Present has the pedigree of great entertainment and they continue that with a strong lineup for this year. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the fun.
• Visit the AS Presents web site for more information on this season’s shows.
• To purchase tickets for Pinback and MC Chris’ Monday, Feb. 11 show, contact the HSU Ticket Office.