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Jon Spencer – Beetle Boots Video / New Shows

Posted on January 10, 2019 by admin

One of the highlights from Jon Spencer‘s solo debut, Spencer Sings the Hits, is “Beetle Boots,” where he rails against fakes and phonies — all against a typically explosive backing. He’s just released a video for that one, directed by Andrew Hooper in pop art style, and featuring his solo band, the HITmakers — aka Bob Bert (Sonic Youth/Pussy Galore), Sam Coomes (Quasi, Heatmiser), and M. Sord.

ARTICLE: http://www.brooklynvegan.com/jon-spencer-adds-west-coast-dates-to-tour-watch-new-beetle-boots-video/

VIDEO LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH8XorimIP4

New Shows Announced:

2/23 Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo
2/24 San Francisco, CA @ Slim’s
2/26 Seattle, WA @ The Crocodile
2/27 Portland, OR @ Dante’s

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Q&A: Jon Spencer (9 January 2019)

Posted on January 9, 2019 by admin

“It might come as a surprise that Jon Spencer — the guiding force behind some of the best, most dangerously playful rock ‘n’ roll of the modern era — would only now be releasing his first solo album. The 12-song “Spencer Sings the Hits” is of a piece with the trademark punk blues and fuzzed-out retro rock he’s specialized in for 30 years.

“Part of the reason I used my name is so I can let people know what to expect,” the 53-year-old performer says, calling from his New York City home base…”

Preview feature for Jon Spencer & The HITmakers at Richmond Music Hall at Capital Ale House (January 13, 2019)

FULL ARTICLE: https://richmondmagazine.com/arts-entertainment/music/q-a-jon-spencer/

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S-E-R-V-I-C-E: Full-Length Album 2019

Posted on January 1, 2019 by admin

“S-E-R-V-I-C-E full-length album 2019. #gimmeservice #gimmesomeservice #servicetheband #S-E-R-V-I-C-E #gimme #seer #vice” – https://www.instagram.com/p/BsEtHXxnEsJ/