The Saturday Show
We’ve already had some HUGE albums this summer, but today we’re playing some of the best songs that this year has produced so far. Not only do we have new Sean Rowe, who is New York’s best kept secret, but we also have new Yeasayer, Darlings, Dirty Beaches, Dan Deacon, and WHY? So make sure to stay tuned through the whole show! And tune in to all of the other programming BTR has to offer today, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Poor Moon
August 27 – Easy Street – Seattle, WA
August 31 – End of the Road Festival – North Dorset, United Kingdom
September 1 – Ruby Lounge – Manchester, United Kingdom
September 3 – Lexington – London, England
The Old Ceremony
August 25 – Grant Park Festival – Atlanta, GA
September 18 – Santos Party House – New York, NY
September 19 – World Cafe Live – Philadelphia, PA
September 20 – Iota – Arlington, VA
September 21 – Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro, NC
Pet Lions
September 1 – Old Town Crush 2012 – Chicago, IL
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