Gin Blossoms in Concert
Levoy Theatre
126-130 N. High Street
In late 80s Gin Blossoms started to grow a huge following as the #1 local music draw in Phoenix and certainly were the hometown heros of their favorite hang, Tempe, Arizona. Gin Blossoms indelible jangle-pop sound was evolving during radios diverse mix of hair bands and grunge music superstars like Nirvana. After the Phoenix New Times chose them the cities best rock band, they qualified to play at the South By Southwest Music Festival in Austin Texas in 1989. That same year, College Music Journal dubbed them the Best Unsigned Band in America and added an invitation to perform on MTVs New Music Awards in New York City.
Over the years, Gin Blossoms have toured over 25 different Countries including a five city tour of Iraq in 2010. It was so much fun to entertain our troops. Its really insightful to see first hand how our troops live in a combat zone. It really helped to broaden my understanding on the sacrifices they make to protect us at home and abroad. I hope all Americans understand how important it is for us to extend our thanks says Robin.
Gin Blossoms are currently writing a brand new record and hope to finish in time for a 2013 release. We never rush the writing of a new record says Jesse. Theres something to be said for having a level of experience where you instinctively know what works. The best ones are those that feel like theyve already been there, as if they are just waiting to naturally emerge. I think its the quality of the songs we have and Robins voice. Its also a matter of trust. I know when I bring in a song that Robin will know how to sing it, Scotty will know how to play it and Bill will know the groove. I wouldnt work with guys I had to tell what to do. The key is to not try so hard.
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