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When I wrote about the Limousines earlier this year, I mentioned that Live 105 was playing their single “Very Busy People.” What I neglected to mention is that San Jose’s Channel 104.9 has been playing it even more—a lot more, actually. They seem to be supporters of not only the Limos, but the whole San Jose music scene, and what they’re doing over there right now is very interesting. What they’ll be doing on Sept. 19 is “The Big Show” at the San Jose State Event Center. Originally planning to feature Placebo before the band cancelled all of their U.S. dates, the station now has emo kings the All American Rejects headlining. Also on the bill is Jack’s Mannequin, the current project of Andrew McMahon from Something Corporate. Like fellow quirky-smart alt-pop bands Possum Dixon and the Feelies, Something Corporate never really quite got their due. McMahon’s knack for catchy tunes even worked against him in some ways—songs like “Punk Rock Princess,” “I Want to Save You” and “Konstantine” were far more lyrically intriguing and emotionally authentic than the band got credit for. He’s found even bigger success with Jack’s Mannequin. Channel 104.9 has also booked the Gaslight Anthem and the Airborne Toxic Event for the Big Show—along, of course, with the Limousines.—Steve Palopoli, sanjose.com
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