Tallahassee locals Jaspers are bringing their memorable melodies and brilliance in simplicity to Club Downunder on March 4 for their CD release show. Their combination of chiming guitars and earnest vocals never fails to satisfy listeners, and with fantastic songs like “Barcelona” and “Grandghost,” it’s clear to see why Jaspers are gaining recognition throughout Tallahassee. Featuring the rustic and homespun vocals of Jeremy Raisik and Kily Bobbitt, Jaspers has opened up for Bowerbirds twice.

Opening the show are Sticks and Twines and Lee Curtis!

Jaspers on Myspace

Fruit Bats are playing Club Downunder on Monday, March 15th! These feel-good folk rockers have released three albums since their 2001 debut, Echolocation, including 2009’s well-received The Ruminant Band. Leader Eric D. Johnson’s lilting melodies, breezy atmospheres, and mostly acoustic instrumentation recall 70s AM warmth.

Supporting Fruit Bats is Danielson, a rotating ensemble of players led by charismatic frontman Daniel Smith. What began as a senior thesis project at Rutgers has steadily evolved into a beloved, prolific, and uncompromisingly unique recording outlet. For 2006’s excellent Ships, Smith wrangled in over twenty collaborators, including members of Why?, Deerhoof, and Sufjan Stevens.

Ortolan and Ben+Vesper, more of Danielson’s many cohorts, will be touring in support of the aforementioned groups.

FuitBats on Myspace
Danielson

Gothenburg, Sweden’s Little Dragon are playing Club Downunder on Wednesday, March 17th! Always tastefully arranged, Little Dragon’s music ranges from playful and sexy to pensive and soulful. Singer Yukimi Nagano’s understated, sultry vocals perfectly compliment the band’s minimal electronic soundscapes. You’ll likely be hearing more about them in the coming months, thanks to their contributions to Gorillaz’ latest record, Plastic Beach.

Little Dragon on Myspace

Cursive, Omaha’s Post-hardcore veterans, are playing The Moon on March 24th! One of Saddle Creek Records’ flagship acts, Cursive have released six full-length albums and multiple singles over the course of their fifteen year career. Their sound has greatly evolved since their first record, but Cursive has always been defined by frontman Tim Kasher’s vitriolic vocal delivery and candid lyricism.

Local favorites Curious Animals will open with what will surely be a memorable set. Dynamic, volatile and unhinged, vocalist Corey Driscoll recalls legendary frontmen of years past, most notably the Jesus Lizard’s David Yow and Andy Falkous of Mclusky/Future of the Left fame.

Cursive on Myspace

P.O.S. is stopping by Club Downunder on his Every Never is Now Tour with guests Dessa and Astronautalis. He began his career as a punk-rock artist hailing from Minneapolis, Minnesota but gradually became more open to rap as a form of artistic expression. His latest album, Never Better, features quick rapping underscored with punk rock drum beats for a truly unique alternative rap style.

Touring with P.O.S. is Dessa, a member of the Doomtree Collective, a group consisting of P.O.S. and other MCs, producers, and DJs. She is a spoken word and slam poetry artist. Astronautalis is a hip-hop artist from Seattle who recently toured with Tegan and Sara.

P.O.S. on MYSPACE

Cancel your trip to Vegas – a great night of gambling is coming to Tallahassee! Club Downunder is proud to host Casino Night on Friday, February 19. Sip on some delicious mocktails while playing on our slot machines, as well as Blackjack, Texas Hold ‘em, Roulette, and Craps. We promise you won’t break the bank, either – this event is free! And what’s even better than gambling for free? Winning (awesome) prizes!

Returning to their hometown, Look Mexico will be bringing their indie rock sound to Club Downunder on February 24th. In putting together three EPs and one full-length album, This is Animal Music, they have found a unique harmony of sound and catchy, heartfelt lyrics that are sure to stay in your head long after the show is over. Look Mexico has been considered the next band to watch and your new obsession. They will be releasing their new album, To Bed To Battle, in late March.

Opening for Look Mexico is another Tallahassee-based band, Only Thieves. With their energetic rhythms and strong vocals, they will instantly grab your attention, and keep it. Their new album, Heartless Romantics, comes out this month.

A celebration of Pachyderms!

Interested in travel?
Come hear Doug Lansky’s thrilling globe-trotting stories and tips at Moore Auditorium on February 19th–and FSU students have the chance to win a FREE Eurail pass! Abandoning the life of a “professional intern,” Doug Lansky went on a six month trip–and ended up on the road for ten years. His show is a highly visual, interactive presentation about how to make the most of traveling off the beaten path. Once America’s youngest nationally syndicated columnist, Lansky and his work have been featured on the Discovery Channel, NPR, and National Geographic, among others. His presentation is a funny, informative global odyssey designed to help you realize your own adventures!