The Hold Steady brought their credible brand of AOR to London for a show with Canuck alt-rockers Wintersleep last week; Steve Asenjo was there to provide a stunning photographic record of Craig Finn’s hyperactive stage persona.
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Franz Nicolay – Luck and Courage
The writer, songwriter, performer and moustache model Franz Nicolay’s new album is an improvement, but despite some very good observational lyrics falls short of the (admittedly sky high) Hold Steady standard.
The Hold Steady – HMV Forum, London 22/06/10
Adam Elmahdi braves the Forum to catch The Hold Steady run through their usual high-octane set.
The Hold Steady – Heaven is Whenever
At this point, no matter the small shifts in sound, we know what we’re getting from The Hold Steady. And, likewise, the band knows who they are. This is no longer an experiment in repurposing some of the most outre moments of pop rock; it’s an institution and each album’s success rests on its songs. Rejoice: Heaven is Whenever delivers.
SOTD #37 // The Hold Steady: ‘Hurricane J’
A pounding, relentless rhythm section, chugging power chords that are layered over classic, instantly rememberable Finn-ism’s “you’re a beautiful girl, and a pretty good waitress”.
Heaven Is Whenever for The Hold Steady this May
The Hold Steady have announced plans to release a new album this May via Rough Trade.
War Child – Heroes
The new charity compilation from War Child turns out to be a decidedly mixed affair.
TLOBF Interview :: Full Time Hobby
They’re celebrating a Birthday this year… not a big one, but it’s a celebration all the same! TLOBF caught up with Full Time Hobby co-founder Nigel Adams.
The Hold Steady announce dates for rescheduled shows…
The Hold Steady have announced details of the rescheduled shows from their recent UK cancellation.
The Hold Steady cancel UK tour whilst support War On Drugs soldier on
UPDATE! The Hold Steady have cancelled their UK tour as lead guitarist, Tad Kubler, has been hospitalised with pancreatitis. War on Drugs continue though, and have a free show in London.
The Hold Steady play intimate in-store gig at Rough Trade East
The Hold Steady will play a free in-store gig at Rough Trade East in London on Monday 18th August at 7:30pm. Details inside.
The Hold Steady announce full UK tour
The Hold Steady have announced details of a full UK tour later in the year.
The Hold Steady – Stay Positive
The Hold Steady are not the likeliest candidates for success but it is precisely their unassuming nature which has made for all the fuss. ‘Stay Positive’ sees The Hold Steady return with an invigorating fourth album, packed with the electrifying wit, bar-flavoured rock and energy that made them a can’t miss band of 2006.
The Hold Steady – Lollapalooza 2006 [Download]
To coincide with our Hold Steady 20 Questions interview posted here earlier today we thought we’d offer up this fantastic set from last years Lollapalooza festival. As with all our live downloads, the quality is A+. Enjoy. 01 – Stuck Between Stations [download] 02 – The Swish [download] 03 – Cattle and the Creeping Things [...]
