On Stage: Less Than Jake is more than fun

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Less Than Jake Just over a year ago, ska/punk/indie rock veterans Less Than Jake energized and thoroughly entertained a sellout audience at The Queen (500 North Market Street, Wilmington, 202-730-3331,www.thequeenwilmington.com). Now, the band from Gainesville, Florida, is back to do it again. LTJ will headline a show at The Queen on April 17 and...

On Stage: Echo Black is taking it up to 11

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Echo Black “Black and blue” is something that denotes pain. “Black and Blu” is something that denotes pleasure – specifically when you’re talking about the band Echo Black and its lead singer Danny Blu Echo Black, a New York-based pop/rock band, is known for its intense performances. The band plays shows that leave audiences physically...

On Stage: Mancari offers new treats for the ears

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Becca Mancari People have many different preferences when it comes to music listening tastes. Some prefer the ultimate familiar. Just look at the popularity of radio stations with oldies or classic rock formats. Some prefer current music – again with a sense of familiarity. So many EDM acts and modern rock bands adhere to a pattern – an act will introduce...