Volume CXXXIII, Number 4 September 28, 2001 f

Pub Update
CHRIS BAIL
Staff Writer

Not the biggest Everclear fan on the planet? Don't worry: The Banjo Spiders, the opening band at tonight's concert, is an edgy alternative. In the tradition of the Clash and the Police, the Banjo Spiders are bringing back the power trio. After saturating the Boston scene for the last five years, the Spiders have found a loyal following among Bostonians from Kenmore Square to Davis Square. Their raw, energetic sound prompted one critic to write, " listening to the Banjo Spiders debut CD brings to mind the energy and raw spirit of Joe Jackson when he really rocked, and the Kinks, well… whenever."

Also, watch for Sam Bisbee in the pub on Oct. 11th. His second album has caught the ears of many in the music world, due in part to the appearance of Leona Naess on the title track. He captivated Bowdoin audiences last year, especially when his brother (and Bowdoin professor) John Bisbee took the stage alongside him.