#Superstar by sonic youth tv#

Maiah was joined for much of her performance by Bethany Joyce on cello adding a wonderful counterpart to Maiah's raw arrangements. An enthusiastic NO and a request for Maiah to play 'I'm Only Happy When It Rains ' by Garbage which prompted Maiah to put an arrangement together on the spot performing a cover of the song to start her set. However she was protected from the elements and asked the crowd should she wait to start. Maiah took the microphone first and the rain decided to join her. There was a nice selection of merchandise for sale while a pair of dogs roamed the area and people were slowly arriving. However the backyard barbecue atmosphere wasn't hampered whatsoever as Maiah and Dreadlight casually did their soundchecks. A warm Saturday in Chicagoland with darkening skies slowly encroaching.

This was a very casual event as one could imagine. Certainly worth looking Maiah and Dreadlight up on YouTube to get a taste of their music. I have only been aware of their music for a couple of months so it's all rather new to me. My impressions are as a neophyte in regards to these talented young musicians. James was gracious enough to invite me to see this performance. I also have a video in comment of the song 'Tunic(Love for Karen)' by Sonic Youth off their 1990 LP GOO. It was a loving tribute to a remarkable woman who met with a sad and tragic end to her bright career. I present to you this video of a wonderful cover of the song 'Superstar' performed by New York noisecore band Sonic Youth. She was listed as number 94 of the best all time singers in a 2010 ranking. Karen beat out John Bonham in a 1975 Playboy readers poll of best drummers. She felt most comfortable on stage behind her Ludwig drum kit. She was praised by Hal Blaine and Buddy Rich for her drumming. Artists such as Madonna, Sheryl Crow, Natalie Imbruglia, Shania Twain, Pat Metheny, Elton John, and Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon. A list of musicians who were influenced or admired Karen is lengthy. The legacy left behind by Karen and her brother is immense.

#Superstar by sonic youth tv#

The Carpenters had a 14 year career which saw the brother sister duo record 10 albums, have several successful singles, as well as have a few TV specials. Her three octave contralto voice is unmistakable. However she certainly made her mark on American pop music in the 1970's. Karen Carpenter was just 32 years old when she passed away, 40 years ago today.