Several KEXP photographers roamed of the grounds of the Bumbershoot 2009 Music and Arts Festival, capturing the energy of the live performances, the sometimes bizarre spectacle of the artists and fans, and the enthusiastic spirit that makes Bumbershoot one of the greatest festivals in the country. Here’s one perspective, through the eyes photographer Jim Bennett:
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photos by Dave Lichterman
intro by Christy Thacker
Thank God for teenage rebellion; otherwise we wouldn’t have musical prodigy Vieux Farka Touré. His famous Malian guitarist father, Ali Farka Touré thought the music world was too harsh for his son, but Vieux wouldn’t listen. He found a mentor in Toumani Diabate “the world’s greatest player of the [...]
by Chris Estey
Maybe it’s how the bands bond intimately with who they know are big fans. (Last year, Two Gallants put on one of the best performances of the festival there.) Maybe it’s the excellent sound (hey, Kevin Suggs!) in the tucked-away special venue. Perhaps it’s the posh, comfortable seats in a cool setting indoors [...]
