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| Goo Goo Dolls. (Courtesy of GooGooDolls.com) |
Tuesday, Oct. 11: Black Wings, All Good Things, Ordinary Fiction and The Hush Now at Frank’s Power Plant, 9:30 p.m. ($5)
Wednesday, Oct. 12: Goo Goo Dolls at Pabst Theater, 7 p.m. ($39.50)
The last quarter century has been a wild one for the two (primary) parts of Buffalo, NY-based pop rock band Goo Goo Dolls. From relative obscurity throughout the 1980s, to late ’90s superstardom gained via City Of Angels soundtrack standout “Iris,” the Dolls have made sure to remain relevant pieces in the pop music puzzle since striking it huge. The guys responsible for “Iris,” “Slide,” “Black Balloon,” “Name” and a rendition of Supertramp single “Give a Little Bit” (that’s arguably more famous than the original) take to the Pabst Theater to play the aforementioned hits, along with a few new cuts and lesser-known favorites of yesteryear. (144 E. Wells St., pabsttheater.org)
Also: Jail and Jacuzzi Boys at Cactus Club, 9 p.m.
(2496 S. Wentworth Ave., cactusclubmilwaukee.com)
And: Robert Randolph & the Family Band and Ha Ha Tonka at Turner Hall, 7:30 p.m. ($20)
(1032 N. Fourth St., pabsttheater.org)
MUSIC NOTES SHOW OF THE WEEK
Thursday, Oct. 13: The Smashing Pumpkins at Riverside Theater, 6 p.m. ($45)
If you need a written description to know who The Smashing Pumpkins are, I should probably follow said description by telling you what oxygen is, then asking you to cut a check to me… a Nigerian prince. Bald bandleader Billy Corgan and co. berthed a litter of hits on 1995’s Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness — which, combined with major label debut Siamese Dream, sold nearly 20 million copies. The years that followed brought about a series of less-popular albums, internal tensions and an eventual breakup in 2000. With a decade gap, all regrettable side bands exterminated and a completely overhauled supporting cast now playing behind him, Corgan has resurrected the Pumpkins for another tour and, hopefully, more albums. (116 W. Wisconsin Ave., pabsttheater.org)
Also: French Horn Rebellion at Mad Planet, 9 p.m. ($10)
(533 E. Center St., mad-planet.net)
And: Madeleine Peyroux at Pabst Theater, 7 p.m. ($29.50)
(144 E. Wells St., pabsttheater.org)
Friday, Oct. 14: Taking Back Sunday at The Rave, 7 p.m. ($23.50)
For a band so quickly pigeonholed as just another scrap on the ever-growing heap of screamo bands, Taking Back Sunday’s success and longevity aren’t all that undeserved. Now touring with its original lineup, TBS and its surprisingly sizable collection of catchy hits are just as enjoyable for teenyboppers as they are for nostalgic souls pushing 30. (2401 W. Wisconsin Ave., therave.com)
Also: Saves the Day and Bayside at The Rave, 7 p.m. ($15)
(2401 W. Wisconsin Ave., therave.com)
And: Tony Memmel & His Band at Linneman’s, 9 p.m. ($5)
(1001 E. Locust St., linnemans.com)
Saturday, Oct. 15: Melt Banana at Cactus Club, 10 p.m.
Continuing with Cactus Club’s ongoing cluster of 15 anniversary shows, Japanese noise rock trio Melt Banana comes to town. For a band that once toured with Tool and has gained acclaim by breathing interesting new life into various beloved covers — including Christmas classics by Bing Crosby — this club concert definitely brings about a special opportunity. Centipedes and Protestant open. (2496 S. Wentworth Ave., cactusclubmilwaukee.com)
Also: Portugal. The Man at Turner Hall, 7:30 p.m. ($15)
(1032 N. Fourth St., pabsttheater.org)
And: Cheap Trick at Potawatomi Northern Lights Theater, 8 p.m. ($65-85)
(1721 W. Canal St., paysbig.com)
Sunday, Oct. 16: Rubblebucket at Turner Hall, 7 p.m. ($10)
Part of the burgeoning Brooklyn borough music movement, indie collective Rubblebucket sides more on the intricate and psychedelic end of the spectrum than most of its bleeding heart, strange for the sake of masking technical flaws, New York City counterparts. The eight-piece project is touring on the wings of its latest: 2011’s Omega La La. Chalice In The Palace Soundsystem opens. (1032 N. Fourth St., pabsttheater.org)
