2008 Woodie Awards
Phili singer songwriter to perform
Alex Hornbeck, Collegian Staff
Issue date: 2/28/07 Section: Arts & Living
She released her first full-length album as The Blow, "The Concussive Caress," in 2003. The year after that she began playing music with electronic artist Jona Bechtolt, the second half of the pop-duo (who has his own one-man band Y.A.C.H.T.) and the two released a limited-edition EP, "Poor Aim," in 2005. Maricich was so pleased with the collaboration that she invited Bechtolt to permanently join the group. The two released "Paper Television," their first full-length as a duo, at the end of 2006.
The Blow last played the Northampton area in September of last year, opening for Architecture in Helsinki. Bechtolt was then on tour as Y.A.C.H.T. and Maricich performed solo. This year Bechtolt is the one touring with Architecture in Helsinki, which means audiences can again expect an energetic solo show from Maricich. Her personal songs with an often humorous bend are backed by quirky electronic beats programmed by Bechtolt. Concertgoers can expect to dance, especially when aided by Maricich's playful prancing about the stage.
Tonight's show brings together two extremely talented songwriters from the Northwest. Seeing how infrequently Mirah tours, this is truly a rare opportunity and any fans of great songwriting would be remiss in overlooking tonight's concert. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
The Blow last played the Northampton area in September of last year, opening for Architecture in Helsinki. Bechtolt was then on tour as Y.A.C.H.T. and Maricich performed solo. This year Bechtolt is the one touring with Architecture in Helsinki, which means audiences can again expect an energetic solo show from Maricich. Her personal songs with an often humorous bend are backed by quirky electronic beats programmed by Bechtolt. Concertgoers can expect to dance, especially when aided by Maricich's playful prancing about the stage.
Tonight's show brings together two extremely talented songwriters from the Northwest. Seeing how infrequently Mirah tours, this is truly a rare opportunity and any fans of great songwriting would be remiss in overlooking tonight's concert. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
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