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U2 Adds 2nd 360º Tour Date @ Angel Stadium of Anaheim

Photo by Chris Alvarez at Pasadena Rose Bowl

So you were out of luck this morning getting your U2 tickets for next year's show at Angels Stadium of Anaheim? No worries Scenestar reader! Besides their already scheduled show in Anaheim on Sunday, June 6th, 2010, U2 has decided to add a second date on Monday, June 7th, 2010 in support of their latest album No Line On The Horizon. Tickets will be going on sale to the public on Friday, November 20th at 10:00am for this new U2 360 tour date but are available starting Tuesday, November 10th via presale for U2 Premium Suscribers.

June 6th: U2 at Angels Stadium of Anaheim

June 7th: U2 at Angels Stadium of Anaheim

New Music Video - Massive Attack "United Snakes"

Massive Attack getting back in the mix with a music video for their new single "United Snakes" off their newest release Splitting The Atom out now. Massive Attack currently has no Los Angeles tour date but we won't be surprised if we see one soon Scenestar readers!

Contest: Glassjaw @ The Mayan

Another week, another round of great shows coming to Los Angeles. This week we have Long Island, New York's own post-hardcore band Glassjaw coming playing this Wednesday, November 11th! Glassjaw will be playing at the Mayan Theatre with opener RX Bandits in support of of their yet to be named album scheduled to be released in 2010. Their live shows are intense and not one to be missed Los Angeles. Does this sound like good times in the middle of the week Scenestar reader? Then we have the contest for you!

Write to us with your full name and contact info to oscar@thescenestar.com before Wednesday, November 11th at 10:00am to win a pair of tickets. If you're not feeling lucky, you can also buy tickets for the show by clicking on the Ticketmaster link below so you don't miss your chance to catch Glassjaw live with RX Bandits at the Mayan Theatre!

November 11th: Glasjaw w/ RX Bandits at the Mayan Theatre

Morrissey Cancels Show After Being Hit With Bottle

Morrissey's ill fated Europe tour continues to add to its series of incidents following a collapse by the Moz a few weeks back in Swindon. This time it's a fan instigated cancellation at tonight's show in Liverpool's Echo Arena. After opening with "This Charming Man" and a bit into "Black Cloud", a concert attendee launched a beer bottle at Morrissey while he was shaking hands with fans in the front row. Following being hit in the head, Morrissey then composed himself then said "Goodbye" before walking off the stage with the band as seen in the footage above.

Spoon, Phoenix & More To Headline Holiday Hootenanny

Love music and will travel? Then we have the show for you! Manchester Orchestra, Spoon, Phoenix, Vampire Weekend and White Rabbits will be headlining 94.4fm San Diego's Holiday Hootenanny! Holiday Hootenanny will be taking place at UC San Diego's Rimac Arena on Saturday, December 12th.

Tickets are $38.50 at the UCSD Rimac Arena box office with no service fees or $35.00 via Ticketmaster plus service fees with tickets going on sale to the general public this Monday, November 9th at 12:00pm noon. If you want to get it over with this weekend, you can click on the link below and get your tickets now to Holiday Hootenanny! Just enter the presale code: WINTER

December 12th: 94.4FM's Holiday Hootenanny at UCSD Rimac Arena

New Music Video - Two Door Cinema Club "I Can Talk"

Two Door Cinema Club has a pretty cool new video for their catchy new single "I Can Talk". Currently the band has no plans in terms of playing any North American dates in the near future but there's plenty of European dates for you Scenestar readers abroad! We'll keep you posted if Two Door Cinema Club book any shows on our side of the pond.

Contest: Yo Gabba Gabba! @ Shrine Expo Hall

Look out Scenestar mommies, daddies and readers of all ages. One of our favorite kid shows on television, Yo Gabba Gabba!, is hitting the road for a live tour! The Nick Jr. kids show is a staple on our Tivo not just for its great characters but also for its indie rock friendly guests. Artists such as Ladytron, Hot Hot Heat, MGMT, the Ting Tings, the Roots, the Shins, Chromeo guest star on the show to sing original songs for kids on everyday things such as going to play outside, having fun and eating the right foods.

DJ Lance Rock and friends are currently on a "Yo Gabba Gabba! Live: There’s A Party In My City" national tour that's coming to Los Angeles at the Shrine Expo Center Saturday, November 14th and Sunday, November 15th in support of their new album Yo Gabba Gabba!: Music Is...Awesome! Sounds as good times to you as it does to us? If so, we're giving you the chance to check it out live!

Devo @ The Music Box at the Fonda: Night 1 vs. Night 2

Photo by Leslie Kalohi

Devo played at The Music Box at the Fonda this week to promote the re-issue and re-mastering of two of their albums, the first evening reserved for the group's debut breakthrough, Q: Are We Not Men? A: We are Devo! with the second showcasing the band's commercial success, Freedom of Choice.

Immensely influential to so many musical acts of the past and present, Devo proved they are still as relevant as ever.  Both sold out concerts, supported by the eclectic and puzzling Reggie Watts, offered attendees unique and different experiences.  As fans tend to be more passionate about the Q & A album, did Night 1 reign supreme?  Or did the tried (and tired) "Whip It" still resonate amongst the die-hard fans in the crowd on Night 2?

Silversun Pickups to Play for FREE at the Kia Soul Collective

 

UPDATE: Kia Motors has come up with a unique way to both showcase the new Kia Soul and the arts by creating The Soul Collective.  The interactive program will hit 10 U.S. cities and will incorporate live music, art installations, video screenings, and Kia Soul test-drives.

The Soul Collective, curated by Jeff Staple, Janelle Monae, Jonas & François, and Jeffrey Kalmikoff, is having its final stop in Los Angeles this weekend, November 6 - 8 at Siren Orange Studio (1050 Orange Dr, Hollywood, CA 90038).  Event hours are 12pm to 8pm and will include a variety of live performances. 

Tonight's acts are Pink Dollaz at 7pm and Diplo at 8pm.  Tomorrow will feature Fool's Gold at 6pm and curator Janelle Monae at 7pm.  Closing out the event on Sunday will be local heroes Silversun Pickups at 8pm.  All performances, save for SSPU, are free to the public and do not require a ticket.  However, entrance is based on a first come/first serve basis. 

To obtain a FREE pair of tickets to see Silversun Pickups, one must test-drive a Kia Soul during event hours this weekend.  More information about The Soul Collective can be found at http://www.kiasoulcollective.com/home/tour/los-angeles.

Jay-Z To Play Staples Center

So you didn't get tickets to see Jay-Z with N.E.R.D and Wale at Pauley Pavilion this weekend? Not to worry Jay-Z fans because he's giving you another shot to catch him live on stage! He will be returning on March 4th, 2010 at Staples Center with Young Jeezy as his opener. Jay-Z is currently on tour in support of his newest album The Blueprint 3.

Tickets for the concert go on sale to the public via Live Nation on Saturday, November 14th at 10:00am. There are various presales going on from Tuesday, November 10th till the on-sale date. Click below to see if any tickets are released for Sunday or next week for Staples Center so you're sure not to miss Jay-Z on his upcoming tour!

November 8th: Jay-Z w/ N.E.R.D. at Pauley Pavilion

March 4th: Jay-Z at Staples Center

New Music Video - Grizzly Bear "Ready, Able"

Grizzly Bear is back with a new music video for "Ready, Able" off their lastest release Veckatimest. Grizzly Bear just recently played the Hollywood Palladium and are currently on tour in Europe.

Contest: Band of Horses @ Club Nokia

Has it really been that long? Time sure does fly because it's already one year since Club Nokia came into our lives Los Angeles. To help celebrate their 1st anniversary, Club Nokia is hosting two of The Scenestar's favorite bands, Warpaint and Band of Horses this Monday, November 9th! To get you into a festive mood, The Scenestar is going to help celebrate the occasion by giving you the chance to get into the show.

Write to us with your full name and contact info to oscar@thescenestar.com before Monday, November 9th at 10:00am to win a pair of tickets. If you're not the random drawing kind of fan, you can also buy tickets for the show by clicking on the Ticketmaster link below so you don't miss your chance to catch Band of Horses with Warpaint live at Club Nokia's 1 year anniversary celebration!

November 9th: Band of Horses w/ Warpaint at Club Nokia

Vice Hosting 15th Anniversary Party Friday

It looks like Jonny Greenwood isn't the only one celebrating a birthday this week. Vice Magazine celebrates 15 years of music, humor and debauchery through the pages of its publication. A staple at our coffee tables, Vice Magazine is bringing more than just laughs when it brings its birthday party to Los Angeles this Friday, November 6th! The party will be taking place at the Los Angeles Ukrainian Center with White Arrows, Brother Reade, Bobby Evans (DJ set), Boom Bip (DJ set), DJ Compact Disc, and very special guests (One has the word "Wolf" in it's name and the other "Disco")

The Los Angeles Ukrainian Cultural Center is located at 4315 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90029 with an open bar all night from 9:00pm - 2:00am for those 21+ only. It's FREE as long as you RSVP by clicking on the link below. Enjoy and Happy 15th birthday Vice Magazine from your local readers at TheScenestar.com.

November 6th: Vice Party at the Los Angeles Ukrainian Cultural Center

New Music Video - The Antlers "Kettering"

The Antlers have a new music video for their single "Kettering" off their recent release Hospice. The Antlers were recently in town opening for Minus The Bear at the Glass House. We'll be keeping an eye out for any upcoming solo dates for you Scenestar readers!