Pasta Primavera — Tonight Baltimore is where it’s at!  Gil Mantera’s Party Dream roll into the Ottobar with Baby Venom (who is pretty darn good), Entertainment System, and Engine opening.  Get the next best thing over at the Talking Head with Arbouretum, Jam... more info

Pitchfork — -- Ever wonder what Unicorns co-founder Alden Penner has been up to since his old band went poof? We'll give you a hint: Clues. Yep, that's his new project's name. Penner and Clues partner Brendan Reed (formerly of Arcade Fire) are readying their sel... more info

Chorus.fm — *James Blackshaw (http://www.myspace.com/jamesblackshaw)* will be playing a string of shows in the US in the upcoming weeks. Head to the replies for the dates. more info

Pitchfork — + The Music Now Festival is happening in Cincinnati March 11 and 12 and will feature Kronos Quartet (playing two sets, including a new piece by Arcade Fire's Richard Reed Parry), the Books, and Toumani Diabate. The fest will once again take place at ... more info