Week of 08/08/15
Today is a show full of punk bands and powerful women. Ty Segall, The Blind Shake and The Sundelles mix awesomely with Bettye LaVette, Lizzo, and Maria Taylor. It’s a fantastic way to while away a summer Saturday afternoon. And if you need even more material for whiling, then make sure to check out BTR on social media- we’ve got Facebook, Twitter, tumblr, Instagram, Pinterest, and SoundCloud so you can while to your heart’s content!
The Mynabirds / Photo by The Mynabirds
Volcano Choir / Photo by Cameron Wittig
Bettye LaVette / Photo by Carol Friedman
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