Elbow elbows their way to All Points West

It seems fitting, as the ambassador to immigrants and visitors to the U.S.A., that I get to host bands from all of the world to perform at All Points West. Coldplay, Gogol Bordello, My Bloody Valentine, Arctic Monkeys, The Ting Tings, MSTRKRFT, Mogwai and Etienne De Crecy are some of the artists making the trip abroad to rock the stage in Liberty State Park July 31^st – August 2^nd.

In addition to this multinational lineup is Elbow. This British Alternative Rock band has been recording and touring since 1990, opening for Coldplay and U2 on numerous tours. Although Elbow has not received commercial success like their musical counterparts, they continue to play with passion and for the love of music.

Elbow has recorded and released four albums. Their latest, The Seldom Seen Kid, came out on March 17, 2008, and features the songs “Grounds for Divorce” and “One Day Like This.” They have a heavy tour this summer spanning all over North America and Europe. I always appreciate foreigners with a strong work ethic, considering their ancestors built this great nation. Don't think I forget about the thousands of ships that have sailed past my home in the harbor.

Elbow has a truly unique and sensual sound. Lead singer Guy Garvey's deep voice and strong British accent makes this rock band a pleasant listen. Guitarist Mark Potter, keyboardist Craig Potter, bassist Pete Turner and drummer Richard Jupp provide the powerful musical elements that will make their performance at All Points West on Sunday August 2nd a must see.

With only 2 weeks until the festival I'm getting antsy on my pedestal. I need some music to blow me off my stand and onto the park. See all of you soon!

Miss L

Viva la Revolucion! Gogol Bordello play All Points West. Party!

Chaos, theatrics, shock value, and vodka-infused music is what makes Gogol Bordello one of the most intense and entertaining bands performing at All Points West on Saturday August 1^st. Gogol Bordello consists of 9 members from all different ethnicities, ages and races.

There are members from Russia, China, Ecuador, and other countries around the world.  My friends, Gogol Bordello, is the proverbial ethnic melting pot, and you know this Rock n Roll diva holds her torch for the fusion of nationalities, ethnicities, and cultures. That’s what makes our country great.


Based on a combination of punk and gypsy rhythms, with klezmer and polka undertones, the music is fast-paced and loaded with catchy lyrics featuring the latest dirty words. Gogol Bordello’s stage presence only enhances their unique musical energy. Don’t be shocked by their uncontrolled yelling, kicking, kissing and all around shenanigans on stage.

Gogol Bordello shows are some of the most absolutely wild shows that you may ever experience. Their mission is to break any and all social laws, provoke alarm, show people something that they have never seen, and by the end of the night, cause a mini revolution of sorts. 


The shows and the artists are so energetic and booze-infused that I am actually worried for the unsung production heroes who will be in charge of this thing. These guys have been banned from CBGB, Mercury Lounge, Fez and Bowery Lounge for being “too over the mother-kissing top”.

Forgive the above edit, but Miss Liberty has an editorial reputation to uphold.  But put it this way, it’s a kick-ass party and a half!


These guys have an interesting past as well. The initial members met in 1998 at a Russian wedding. They got to drinking, then got to jamming. Once they were officially a band, they quickly climbed to the top of their local music scene. Gogol Bordello played several festivals and recorded their first album Voi-La Intruder with producer Jim Sclavunos from Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds.

Some say it takes ten years of hard work to have overnight success.  Or it takes A&R ten years to figure it out.   Or it takes ten years for the music scene to catch up to what a particular group is doing.  And then it happens.

Gogol Bordello finally was recognized as a new sound in the music industry and are now internationally known for spreading their unique musical philosophy gypsy-punk genre. They have released 5 albums, with their most current called Super Taranta! In 2007.

This is one show that will bring me to get back to my Euro roots and make me get my drink on. Gogol Bordello will surely put on one of the best shows at All Points West. They are as crazy as they are talented which makes them an excellent addition to All Points West already super-fabulous lineup.

See you all at the show that is sure to cause a revolution, and you know a lot of great things start with a little revolution.

Rejoignez-moi pour la révolution à All Points West.

Vive la liberté… et la musique pour tous.

Miss L.