2/9: St. Vincent
Orchestral beauties with a vintage sound.
Annabel Mehran
St. Vincent is at El Rey on Tuesday, February 9th.
ST. VINCENT: The music of former Polyphonic Spree-er Annie Clark is often called cinematic, but it isn't merely that her songs would be a good fit for a movie. They are little movies (see the video for "Marrow"). She's at El Rey tonight. We should also mention her song "Actor Out of Work"; such the title (and lyrics).
NOUVELLE VAGUE: Perhaps you saw this French pop group at the Oh La L.A. Festival last fall. Or perhaps you like music that summons black-and-white films of yore. We hope both. And we hope you'll be at the Fonda tonight for more stylish ditties. We like the Depeche Mode and Joy Division covers.
TOONSTRUCK: CARTOONS IN LOVE: Pepe LePew is in this line-up of Valentine's-ready animation shorts. Of course. As are other characters caught up in the tangles of the heart. Cartoon brain Jerry Beck is at the mic and will lend history and background to each delightful filmette. Silent Movie Theatre, 8PM
