After Futoshi Abe’s death in 2009, www.thee.asia was launched in preparation for several new Thee Michelle Gun Elephant (TMGE) releases. Of these included Nikkatsu’s release of a re-edited version of TMGE’s final concert entitled “THEE MOVIE -031011-,” which incorporated never-before-seen footage of the band. To support the film, Rockin’-Blues organized “THEE SCENE,” a series of screenings to be held at various live venues across Japan. In addition, Universal Japan and Columbia Japan announced several new TMGE releases, including “THEE GREATEST HITS,” “THEE LIVE,” and “THEE VINYLS.”
THEE TRIBUTE is the first American tribute event for Thee Michelle Gun Elephant, and will allow fans in the U.S. a chance to celebrate the legacy of the band. The event will include a mini-exhibition of the band, including bios, discography information, timelines, and various memorabilia and photos. It will also feature the unofficial premiere screening of “THEE MOVIE,” as well as a tribute performance by Geisha Lightning.
Details for the first edition of this event:
DATE: September 4, 2010
VENUE: The Windup Space
12-15 North Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21201
TIME: Screening @ 7:30pm, Bands @ 10:00pm
COVER: $7.00
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