Doc and Nak take the stage at today's free noon concert on the PAC Plaza
The Summer Noon Concert Series from the Associated Students of Western Washington University continues today in the PAC Plaza with Doc and Nak, a father-son folk music duo. Mike Marker (Doc) has been a mainstay for many years at folk gatherings in the Northwest and beyond. He has bicycled more than 6,000 miles across the United States and Canada performing at festivals, universities and radio stations, and he has performed with Utah Phillips and was a featured songwriter on Utah Phillip's Loafer's Glory radio show. Mike's son Nakos will threaten to steal the show with the skill of his dobro.
Three concerts remain in the series after today's show:
July 13: Candysound - Indie / Rock / Other - This local act gets strong praise from the press every time it plays, being compared to a combination of Beck, The Black Keys and Lou Reed, or a heavier Death Cab, or maybe even a little Sunny Day Real Estate. But regardless of the comparisons, through a well-crafted blend of instrumentation and melody, this trio has built something uniquely theirs that really resonates with a growing fanbase.
July 20: The Prime Time Band - R&B / Soul - Forming in February 2011 in Bellingham (actually at Western) and selected from more than 40 bands as a finalist for Underground Coffeehouse’s Battle of the Bands, this six- to 11-person ensemble plays originals influenced by the classic sounds of Earth, Wind and Fire; Michael Jackson’s “Off The Wall” album; Stevie Wonder; and Quincy Jones while incorporating their own unique modern flavor.
July 27: Campfire OK - Indie Rock / Atmospheric / Folk - Recently named by seismic-sound.com as one of Seattle’s “Top 10 Bands to Watch” and featured at this summer’s Capitol Hill Block Party, Campfire OK brings together strong vocals, an atmospheric quality and masterful songwriting for a live performance that won’t be forgotten. These highly trained musicians have carved out a niche somewhere between Mumford & Sons and Arcade Fire, and that’s a good place to be.