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Fred Friction

  • Music

    March 15, 2012

    Clank, Boom and Steam! A Tribute to Tom Wait

    8 p.m. Friday, March 16. Off Broadway, 3509 Lemp Avenue.

  • Blogs

    February 24, 2012

    The Ten Best Shows this Weekend: February 24 to 26

    Have you sufficiently recovered from last night's EP releases from Theresa Payne and iLLPHONiCS? Good, because there's more new local music in the hopper: Water Liars will release its much-ballyhooed debut, Phantom Limb, tonight at Off Broadway, and Lantern Lights will do the same at Foam Coffee & B ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 27, 2011

    Best St. Louis Shows of 2011: Part Two

    Tom LampeJay Farrar on the pedal steel for Colonel Ford​New Year's Eve isn't just amateur hour. It's a night-long, clown-car traffic jam of colossally defeated expectations, a dispiriting exercise in futility, even, or especially, when you're somewhere somewhat less coastal than Rio. In St. L ... More >>

  • Calendar

    October 20, 2011

    The Party's Never Over

    Tom LampeJay Farrar on the pedal steel for Colonel Ford​New Year's Eve isn't just amateur hour. It's a night-long, clown-car traffic jam of colossally defeated expectations, a dispiriting exercise in futility, even, or especially, when you're somewhere somewhat less coastal than Rio. In St. L ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 2, 2011

    The Ten Best Things To Do On Labor Day Weekend In St. Louis

    ​Welcome to our favorite Commie holiday, where we celebrate the laborers by taking Monday off and no longer wearing white. We'd say something about the coming of Fall, but our landlord just announced they've decided to keep the pool we share with a nearby apartment complex open until the end ... More >>

  • Music

    September 1, 2011

    Tower Groove Records Carnival

    2 p.m. Sunday, September 4. Off Broadway, 3509 Lemp Avenue.

  • Blogs

    August 10, 2011

    Behold, The Awesome Lineup For Tower Groove Records' Upcoming Carnival

    ​The nascent Tower Groove Records gets more exciting by the day. You can read, in our earlier story, more about the collective's inception and goals. Basically, several South City stalwarts decided it was time to pool their resources, and bands have been lining up to do the same. And while it ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 5, 2010

    Show Review: Still Be Around: A Tribute to Uncle Tupelo, Off Broadway, Saturday, December 4

    ​When big events hit St. Louis, like Loufest, the first question is always, "Will Uncle Tupelo reunite for this?" Probably not. Instead, fans got something just as special at Still Be Around: A Tribute to Uncle Tupelo. Instead of a nostalgic trip back to the early '90s, the audience got a glimpse ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 24, 2009

    Photos: RFT Music Awards Presentation Party

    Good times were had by all at the Tap Room last night at the RFT Music Awards Presentation shindig. Thanks to everyone -- winners, nominees, fans, supporters -- who came out to the event to honor this year's winners. As our slideshow reveals, things on display included: Friendship: ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 3, 2009

    2009 RFT Music Awards Nominees: The List With Music!

    A bit late, but below the jump you'll find links to as many blogposts we've run with MP3s -- and the occasional MySpace page and embedded tune -- of each nominated band. Whew. Chime in with any URLs that have tunes in the comments, of course. I think I have everyone. The music showcase blurbs/infor ... More >>

  • Music

    June 3, 2009

    RFT Music Awards Nominees & Showcase Performers

    A bit late, but below the jump you'll find links to as many blogposts we've run with MP3s -- and the occasional MySpace page and embedded tune -- of each nominated band. Whew. Chime in with any URLs that have tunes in the comments, of course. I think I have everyone. The music showcase blurbs/infor ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 22, 2009

    2009 RFTMusic Showcase Schedule! Right Here!

    Just before we adjourned for the three-day weekend, I received the lineup/schedule for this year's RFT Music Showcase, on Sunday, June 7. Here's the full list of nominees -- and don't forget to vote for your faves! And if you have any complaints/gripes -- I don't want to hear them, because I didn't ... More >>

  • Music

    May 13, 2009

    Midwest Mayhem

    7 p.m. Thursday, May 14. The City Museum, 701 North 15th Street.

  • Music

    May 13, 2009

    Winning the War: The 2009 RFT Music Awards nominees and annual music showcase are here!

    7 p.m. Thursday, May 14. The City Museum, 701 North 15th Street.

  • Blogs

    April 2, 2009

    KDHX Midwest Mayhem Lineup Announced Pledge Drive

    KDHX's annual pledge drive is going on right now through April 5 (full disclosure: I'm a programmer). To donate, head to its website or call 314-664-3688 at pretty much any hour of the day. The station has also announced the lineup for Midwest Mayhem, the annual event which takes place thi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 18, 2009

    Radical Sons Release New EP on Secretly Canadian Vinyl-Only Imprint

    Congrats to the Radical Sons, which is releasing its new EP, Throwing Knives, on the Secretly Canadian vinyl-only imprint St. Ives in May. The polarizing local band's new release was produced by Patrick Crecelius (Fred Friction); its next local show is opening for Pretty & Nice at the Firebird o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 5, 2009

    CD Release: Fred Friction, Jesus Drank Wine

    In this week's paper, Christian Schaeffer chatted with Fred Friction about his new album, Jesus Drank Wine. The entire conversation is fantastic, but here's a sneak preview:Was there an overall aesthetic you were shooting for, where you wanted it rough around the edges? I told him to keep Exile on M ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 5, 2009

    Photos: R.I.P. Frederick's Music Lounge

    Fred Friction, "proprietor and figurehead of the late, great Frederick's Music Lounge," as Christian Schaeffer writes in this week's RFT, has been busy in the basement of the Iron Barley in South City.Schaeffer writes: "Friction recently began booking shows in the basement space at the restaurant Ir ... More >>

  • Music

    February 4, 2009

    Stranger than Friction: Beloved Lou music champion Fred Friction discusses his debut solo album and new venue

    Fred Friction, "proprietor and figurehead of the late, great Frederick's Music Lounge," as Christian Schaeffer writes in this week's RFT, has been busy in the basement of the Iron Barley in South City.Schaeffer writes: "Friction recently began booking shows in the basement space at the restaurant Ir ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 19, 2009

    Fred's Six Feet Under Re-Opens Under Iron Barley

    According to KDHX's blog, Fred's Six Feet Under -- the venue underneath Iron Barley that's run by Fred Friction -- is now open again, as of this past weekend. Whoever is in charge, please email us your listings. Friction, meanwhile, will celebrate the release of a new album with a show at Off Broadw ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 23, 2008

    Lo-Fi Sessions: Magnolia Summer, Ludo, Fred Friction

    According to KDHX's blog, Fred's Six Feet Under -- the venue underneath Iron Barley that's run by Fred Friction -- is now open again, as of this past weekend. Whoever is in charge, please email us your listings. Friction, meanwhile, will celebrate the release of a new album with a show at Off Broadw ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 15, 2007

    The Spirit of Frederick's Music Lounge Returns at Iron Barley

    According to KDHX's blog, Fred's Six Feet Under -- the venue underneath Iron Barley that's run by Fred Friction -- is now open again, as of this past weekend. Whoever is in charge, please email us your listings. Friction, meanwhile, will celebrate the release of a new album with a show at Off Broadw ... More >>

  • Music

    May 2, 2007

    Homespun: Various Artists

    Sound (52nd City)

  • Music

    June 7, 2006

    Twangs for the Memories

    Music mavens reflect on Twangfests of yore

  • News

    March 15, 2006

    W Is for Wrathful

    Music mavens reflect on Twangfests of yore

  • Music

    March 1, 2006

    Last Call

    We remember Frederick's Music Lounge

  • Music

    January 11, 2006

    Movin' Right Along

    A venerable rock club plans to close — albeit temporarily. Plus, part two of our 2006 round-up and things to do around town this weekend.

  • Music

    December 21, 2005

    Christmas Wrapping

    Locals share their holiday memories; the latest on Frederick's Music Lounge's sartorial swag and for-sale signs

  • Music

    October 26, 2005

    The Ghost in You

    Get your spook on at Halloween shows around town

  • Music

    August 10, 2005

    Won't Be Worried Long

    Hunter Brumfield III: 1974-2005

  • Music

    December 22, 2004

    The Friction Tape

    Especially when it casts Fred Friction as Susan B. Anthony

  • News

    December 15, 2004

    Letters

    Week of December 15, 2004

  • Music

    September 29, 2004

    Best Bartender

    Fred Friction

  • Music

    December 31, 2003

    The Highway Matrons

    Saturday, January 3; Lemmons

  • Music

    June 11, 2003

    Trophy Room

    The Schlafly Tap Room plays host to the RFT Music Awards presentation

  • Music

    April 23, 2003

    Fred Friendly

    Fred's Variety Group doesn't let ego get in the way of the music

  • News

    February 5, 2003

    Drinkin' Dirt

    Bargain brews such as Pabst Blue Ribbon are making a comeback in some of St. Louis' hippest clubs, but Anheuser-Busch isn't too worried

  • Music

    December 12, 2001

    Cock-a-Doodle To-Do

    Unlike most local-music showcases, the annual Rooster Lollipop extravaganza is one to look forward to

  • Best of St. Louis

    September 26, 2001

    Best Worst Drink

    Frederick's Music Lounge

  • Best of St. Louis

    September 26, 2001

    Best Radio Commercials

    Zipatoni Industries on KDHX (88.1 FM)

  • Music

    September 19, 2001

    War Room

    The Flying Luttenbachers are booked for the Way Out Club in a show tailor-made for these trying times

  • Music

    April 18, 2001

    Little Rock

    These days, spaces once reserved for solo performers are being crammed with a wider array of sounds

  • Best of St. Louis

    September 27, 2000

    Best Open Mic

    Frederick's Music Lounge

  • Music

    August 2, 2000

    Gem Stone

    The Dave Stone Free Jazz Unit shines at Centro Sociale

  • Music

    April 26, 2000

    Various Artists

    Axes and Snaxes (Rooster Lollipop)

  • Music

    February 2, 2000

    SOUND SALVATION

    Tuning in to community-radio station KDHX

  • Music

    November 3, 1999

    NIGHT LIGHT

    Local singer/songwriter Bob Reuter turns his camera on his compatriots

  • Music

    October 20, 1999

    HIGHWAY TO HELL

    Rock & roll is alive and well in St. Louis, living in sin with the Highway Matrons

  • Music

    October 6, 1999

    GOOD BUZZ

    Make a beeline to Frederick's Lounge's weekly hootenanny

  • News

    December 16, 1998

    Barr None

    Make a beeline to Frederick's Lounge's weekly hootenanny

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