STS9 Kills it at the Fox-
by heyjlu on 11/25/14Fox Theater - Oakland - OaklandPrimed and Ready with their new base player, they absolutely killed.... not only was the show fantastic... location top notch. I will visit the Fox again.
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STS9 (SOUND TRIBE SECTOR 9) IN CONCERT:
STS9 take fans to groovy new stratospheres with impassioned performances and a unique mix of EDM, jazz, and psychedelic rock. The group prefers building a vibe to showing off with flashy flourishes, but these rockers know their instruments -- each memberÕs instrumental prowess is on full display at all times. Drummer Zach Velmer and percussionist Jeffree Lerner combine acoustic and electronic rhythms to create a larger-than-life beat. Bassist Alana Rocklin gets heads bobbing and bodies swaying with her tasty, swinging basslines. And keyboardist David Phipps and guitarist Hunter Brown alternate between smooth leads and effects-drenched rhythm chords to keep things moving and grooving. Altogether STS9 has loaded up their funky spaceship with a killer sound system and their most immersive laser-light show yet, promising to take ticket buyers on an interstellar ride during their 2015 tour.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Formed in Atlanta in 1998, the original STS9 (short for Sound Tribe Sector 9) lineup featured Hunter Brown (guitar/midi), David Phipps (keys), Zach Velmer (drums), and David Murphy (bass/midi). The group soon released their debut album Interplanetary Escape Vehicle (1999), gaining attention for their mastery of jazz, funk, and electronica. Percussionist Jeffree Lerner came on board a year later and brought fleshed-out dance influences, which featured prominently on their 2000 sophomore effort Offered Schematics Suggesting Peace. The band then opened for superstars like Snoop Dogg, NAS, and Bassnectar before headlining tours of their own that fueled their growing reputation for stellar live performances. After David Murphy left the group in 2014, the band reached out to long-time friend and seasoned touring bassist Alana Rocklin to handle the low end. The refreshed lineup continues to bring mind-expanding music and far-out laser-light spectaculars to arenas and festivals around the world, converting more and more fans each step of the way.
Primed and Ready with their new base player, they absolutely killed.... not only was the show fantastic... location top notch. I will visit the Fox again.
AMAZING SHOW!! TOO SHORT!! Great lights and great sound. I had a really good time.
One of the best shows I've been to all year!! The show had incredible light shows and the music made you want to dance all night!!
Had a blast as I always do at the Tabernacle! I would love to see all my favorite artists play here at least once =]
Sunday's Bestm we were lookin' fly as a maf and we got down like there wuz NO tomorrow! =]
Really enjoyed the show, hadn't seen STS9 in 2 years but they are back and their new bassist is amazing. We were very impressed by her talent.
one of the best shows I have ever been to. they manipulate thier lights to make the stage look giant. if anyone is ever questioning about going to a sts9 show DO IT!
Great show at a beautiful RVA venue! STS9 put on another awesome performance. I just got back from seeing them at Red Rocks and I was worried about how their performance would be at an indoor venue. THEY WERE AWESOME!
new front chick is a perfect fit. Amazing show love them. Go to every show they pay at the tennessee theatre
Sorry to say but murph was not missed, allana not only filled his shoes but brought a bigger pair! Thay have never been tighter!
By far the best concert ive been to in all the years that i have attended a concert.
Amazing live performance!! Must see, I will be there everytime, (instantly) they come to play here without a doubt.
Red rocks amphitheater was amazing and sts9 had an incredible performance there!
First time at Red Rocks, first axe the cables set and first time hearing them with Alana playing bass. It was magical ! its been weeks and I'm still buzzing over it.
This was the best concert I have been to to-date. Their music was amazing! And how the light show reflects the changes in the notes, tone, and entire feel of the experience.
So grateful to catch an Axe the Cables set, it was amazing. Can't wait til my next Tribe show!
so bomb! It was an awesome show, can't wait for NYE
First time ever going to Red Rocks. Went to both nights. There are no words to explain what an amazing experience it was. Sat near the center of the second row. You could see the passion in every band members performance; it was unreal!
Awesome show, amazing venue, what more could you want?
STS9 has long been one of my favorite live bands. I've been attending their Red Rocks shows since 2005. I have to say Murph's presence is missed, but the lady bass player had her own talents. Obviously, they are not as polished, but I give STS9 a solid B for the effort. There was one horrifying part of their show. When some other band from ATL, whose name I couldn't understand due to the poor effects on the mic, played in the sound booth during a set break. This, and I'm not alone in saying it, was the worst single musical performance I've ever witnessed live. I stood, jaw-dropped at how shockingly awful this "band" sounded. They seemed to be in their own world, however, as they were thanking the crowd for their support. The crowd did not applaud... at all. They were seated and shocked into silence by the freak sideshow that was clearly a favor someone owed to someone else...