EVENT REVIEW: Silversun Pickups Record Release Party

Silversun Pickups Record Release Party
September 23, 2015
Fingerprints Music
Long Beach, CA

By: Nevra Azerkan

Rating: [The Breakdown]

 

Silversun Pickups had their record release party for Better Nature at Fingerprints Music in Long Beach, CA. Brian and Nikki performed an acoustic set that included: “Nightlight”, “Circadian Rhythm”, “Panic Switch”, “Latchkey Kids”, “Kissing Families”, “The Pit”, “Lazy Eye”, and “Growing Old is Getting Old.” The two would introduce songs, exchange banter, tell stories and Brian disappeared once mid-song to get some beer.

The store was packed and every single fan was mesmerized with the duo.  Afterwards, the entire band was on hand to sign records for everyone in attendance. They chatted up with fans and were delighted to meet everyone in line.

The event was a nice treat to introduce the new album and a rare opportunity to spend some time with the band. The atmosphere was chill and welcoming, exactly like SSPU.

MUSIC VIDEO: U2 – “Ordinary Love”

So I loved the acoustic performance that U2 did of Oscar nominated song, “Ordinary Love” on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon and after the performance at The Oscars, I am now obsessed. Although this isn’t the acoustic version the original is just as amazing.

The song was made for the biographical film, Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom and was released last year, but clearly hasn’t gotten all the praise it deserves. Awesome message and such a heartfelt tune. They released an official lyric video for the song back in November and then followed up with this video which is a combo of a music video and a lyric video. Have a look above.