Feb
34

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis: Tour Dates

This is the most updated tour list we have. Click on the venue to purchase tickets. There are a few shows that tickets aren’t available yet. We have linked those shows to their Facebook event page, that will provide a purchase link as soon as tickets go on sale. Thanks! We hope this makes things much easier.

FEB 22 – PULLMAN, WA – WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
FEB 24 – OLYMPIA, WA – THE ROYAL LOUNGE
FEB 25 – SEATTLE, WA – SHOWBOX MARKET SOLD OUT
FEB 26 – VANCOUVER B.C. – 560 CLUB
FEB 27 – SEATTLE, WA – SHOWBOX MARKET SOLD OUT
MAR 01 – EUGENE, OR – WOW HALL
MAR 03 – PORTLAND, OR – HAWTHORNE THEATRE
MAR 04 – BELLINGHAM, WA – WHATCOM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
MAR 05 – SEATTLE, WA – SHOWBOX MARKET SOLD OUT
MAR 07 – SAN FRANCISCO, CA – CAFE DU NORD SOLD OUT
MAR 08 – LOS ANGELES, CA – VIPER ROOM
MAR 10 – SAN DIEGO, CA – BRICK BY BRICK
MAR 11 – TEMPE, AZ – CLUB RED
MAR 12 – ALBUQUERQUE, NM – LAUNCHPAD
MAR 15 – MISSION, TX – NEVER SAY NEVER FESTIVAL
MAR 23 – GAMBIER, OH – KENYON COLLEGE FREE SHOW
MAR 24 – PEORIA, IL – SOP’S ON MAIN
MAR 25 – IOWA CITY, IA – GABE’S
MAR 26 – CHICAGO, IL – SCHUBAS
MAR 27 – MINNEAPOLIS, MN – 7TH ST ENTRY
MAR 29 – ANN ARBOR, MI – BLIND PIG
MAR 30 – MADISON, WI – FREQUENCY
MAR 31 – OMAHA, NE – WAITING ROOM
APR 01 – GOLDEN, CO – SCHOOL OF MINES
APR 02 – CO. SPRINGS, CO – BLACK SHEEP
APR 03 – SALT LAKE CITY, UT – KILBY COURT
APR 13 – BOSTON, MA – BRIGHTON HALL
APR 14 – BURLINGTON, VT – HIGHER GROUND
APR 16 – NEW YORK, NY – WEBSTER HALL
APR 17 – PHILLY, PA – KUNG FU NECKTIE
APR 28 – FORT COLLINS, CO – AGGIE
APR 29 – DENVER, CO – BLUEBIRD THEATER
APR 30 – BOULDER, CO – FOX THEATER
MAY 31 – THE GORGE, WA – SASQUATCH FESTIVAL

Feb
1

And we danced tshirt

The last couple days we’ve been in the process of designing new merch for our upcoming tour. The scrutinizing and tedious hours of photoshop, debate over fonts and the countless revisions that accompany the task have been in full effect. We have a long tour ahead, and want to make sure we have enough designs for the people.

So, in anticipation for the road we’re creating 3 new T-shirts. And for one of the shirts, we’ve decided it’s time to let our friend, Raven Bowie (aka “Mr. steal your mom”, aka “Da dry humpa” aka “Pink snake”) get his shine on. That’s right. An “And We Danced” shirt is on it’s way my people! And since the song is definitely a fan favorite at shows, we decided to incorporate the fans into the design.

We want you to write “And We Danced” in your own handwriting. It can be in your normal writing, bubble letters, artsy font, chicken scratch, all caps, no caps…..ANYTHING, as long as it’s authentic! If you want to write your favorite line from the song, that’s great too. Or, a drawing/doodle of Raven Bowie, dancing shoes, a cape, disco ball, anything that reminds you of the song. The more ideas/drawings the better. After you’ve created your piece, scan it or take a picture. Ideally we would like JPEG’s that are high resolution, so please blow it up as big as you can. Then send the file to MacklemoreTeam@Gmail.com. We’re going to take our favorite designs, combine the drawings in a collage and YOUR ART will be the T-Shirt. All the winners art will be posted on Bengalyucky.com.

We don’t want you to over think this process, so the deadline for the drawings is Sunday by 1pm. 48 hours! But that should be plenty of time. You got this! We’re all looking forward to seeing what you come up with.

Sincerely,

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Jan
Jan
12

The rebirth of the Irish Celebration Video

After careful consideration, Stephan Gray, Ryan Lewis and myself have decided to take out the clip of the IRA pin in the Irish Celebration video.

In no way did we mean to offend anyone. I realize now that the statement the pin makes is a bold one, particularly coming from an Irish American. It was not our intent to condone, nor glorify, the violence that has occurred on Irish soil. The pin was used to momentarily depict a symbol of Irish history, not take a political stance on Ireland’s past and present conflict. As an Irish-American, I lack first hand perspective of what the pin meant and the associations that are made with the IRA. I will never fully understand the tension, the emotion, and the day-to-day struggles that have occurred in Ireland. I take full accountability for our poor judgement and I sincerely apologize to anyone that I may have offended.

I also realize that this apology might not be enough for some. Is it the most accurate account of Irish history? Not even close. It is a song about celebrating culture, lineage, family, history and most of the all enjoying life to the fullest. Thousands of people from all of the world, have raised their glass, toasted and enjoyed a song that celebrates the things in life that I believe are worth celebrating…Family, friends and tradition. At the core of the song, that was the intention of Irish Celebration and the visuals that accompanied it. I hope that you can see past our mistake and enjoy the song for what it is. A song. A celebration. And a piece of music, that I am proud of creating.

Jan
16

This is the first track off our upcoming album. It’s titled “WINGS.” We’re shooting a video for this in March with our good friend Zia Mohajerjasbi, same director who shot ‘The Town’ in late 2009. Hope you enjoy!

DOWNLOAD > http://hulkshare.com/5jsyttr30vhl

Produced by Ryan Lewis
Chorus Written by Hollis Wear
Violin – Andrew Joslyn
Cello – Danah Olivetree
Piano by Noah Goldberg
Trumpet – Owuor Arunga
Bass – Zach Fleury
Vocals – Ray Dalton, Camila Recchi
Childrens Choir – Denny Middle School, West Seattle
“WINGS” photo by Jason Koenig (JKoePhoto.com)

Jan
1

Onry Ozzborn – That Good (f. Sapient) by Fake Four, Inc.

I’ve been meaning to post this for a minute. But in the midst of finishing a song and sleeping a combination of 6 hours in the last 3 days, the post (along with blogging my own recent videos. Whoops) has managed to escape me.

So sure enough, I missed the show date (which was tonight). But check out my big bro Onry Ozzborn’s new song “That Good” featuring Sapient of Sandpeople. It’s the lead single off “Hold on for deal life” dropping 1/25/10. If you don’t know, Onry’s 1/2 of “Grayskul” and the mind behind one of my favorite new groups “Dark Time Sunshine.”

I’ve been waiting for him to drop a full length of solo material since I heard it on a van ride throughout the country, when he took me out on tour with Grayskul a couple years ago. Sure enough, the last couple months Onry has dropped a bunch of new stuff. While you wait for the 25th, go download his very dope and very free album “No Hoax” over at the Dope House http://www.2dopeboyz.com/2010/12/27/onry-ozzborn-no-hoax-album/.

Jan
2

I should have thought of this

If anybody is friends with these guys, please have them contact my blog. I would love to be friends with them as well.

Jan
0

VS. Redux #5

We made it to #5 on KEXP’s albums of the year! Huge thanks to any and everyone that voted for us. Pretty damn filthy.

Dec
6

AND THE WINNERS ARE…

THANK YOU to everyone that participated. It was really hard for our team to pick the winners due to so many incredible entry’s. And I’m not just saying that. There were at least 10 more videos that I would have loved to picked if we had more Pizza Party sauce. I’m humbled by all the time and energy you put into your projects, and we all really appreciate you submitting.

Dec
23

MY OH MY!


Dave Niehaus was not only the voice of the Seattle Mariners, he was the voice of my childhood. Some of my most prized memories, growing up as a kid, are accompanied with his voice narrating the moment. He was more than just another radio announcer. His on-air personality was so genuine, that you had a sense of who the man was and what he stood for, by simply listening to him call a game.

I understand that many people might not know Dave Niehaus. A large portion of my fan base either lives outside of the Northwest, are too young to have listened to him, or just not a fan of baseball. I get it. But I believe that as musicians, it’s our responsibility to pay homage to the people that made us who we are. For me, Niehaus was an imperative part of not only my upbringing, but of Seattle’s unique history and culture. From his signature “My oh my” catch phrase, to the heart and passion that exuded from the radio, his presence will be greatly missed in the Northwest. And for those of you outside of the area, hopefully you’ll listen and get a glimpse of not only a Town legend, but one of the greatest announcers to ever have ever called a game.

DOWNLOAD: Macklemore and Ryan Lewis – My Oh My.mp3