Experience DeVotchKa's lush orchestral sounds live, celebrating 20 years of "Little Miss Sunshine."
DeVotchKa's music for "Little Miss Sunshine" became a cultural touchstone, blending indie cinema with evocative orchestral sounds. Now, two decades later, the band revisits this iconic soundtrack in a special anniversary tour. Held at Turner Hall Ballroom, this performance promises to transport you back to the film's unforgettable moments.
The band's Grammy-nominated work captured the essence of hope and resilience, turning scenes like Olive's dance into timeless memories. This concert is not just a tribute to the music but a celebration of the journey that began with a serendipitous radio moment. It's an evening for fans of the film and music lovers alike to enjoy the sounds that defined an era.
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Catch a night of live music featuring Adam Blackwood, Dia Jane, and Blonde at a local Milwaukee venue. The intimate setting on Mitchell Street makes for a great live music experience. Arrive early to grab a good spot, and remember, it's will-call tickets only.
Catch a night of diverse music acts at 1535 W Mitchell St. With a mix of local and visiting artists, this event promises a unique blend of sounds. Arrive early to secure a good spot, and remember, it's all will-call, so no need to worry about physical tickets.
Turner Hall Ballroom has a balcony with great acoustics. If you prefer a more intimate experience, grab a spot there early as it fills up quickly.
In a serendipitous moment on “Morning Becomes Eclectic,” the radio station KCRW in Santa Monica changed the trajectory of both indie cinema and one of Denver's most distinctive musical voices. When filmmakers Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris heard DeVotchKa's evocative sound drifting through the airwaves, they knew they'd found the emotional heartbeat for their film “Little Miss Sunshine.” That instinct proved prophetic. DeVotchKa's soundtrack and score for the 2006 film became inseparable from its story. The bittersweet orchestration to the Hoover family's cross-country journey, captured the themes of hope, resilience, and beautifully imperfect dreams. The band's signature sound gave the film its unmistakable soul, turning moments like young Olive's final dance into cultural touchstones. The work earned DeVotchKa a Grammy nomination for Best Compilation Soundtrack Album and the film won two Oscars. Introducing the world to the band's cinematic, lush orchestral sound, songs like "Til the End of Time" and "How It Ends" transcended the screen to become anthems. Now, two decades later, DeVotchKa will be celebrating this landmark collaboration with a special 20th anniversary tour, “A Tribute to the Music of Little Miss Sunshine.” The performance honors not just the music that helped define a generation of independent film, but the unlikely journey that began with a radio station, a perfect song at the perfect moment, and a story about never giving up on what makes you different. Join DeVotchKa as they revisit the soundtrack and score that launched them into the cultural conversation – a reminder that sometimes the most beautiful twists of fate create the most lasting art.
