Hopscotch 2012 Day 1: Airstrip, Lilac Shadows, Trash Talk

All photos by Kevin Norris

Early on in the first night of Hopscotch, the Berkeley Café was nearly full for the late local band conglomeration, Airstrip. Featuring members of Horseback and Veelee, the quartet features jangly melodies supported by drones and a rumbling rhythm section.



Both catchy and rocking, Airstrip seems poised to be another buzzed about local band.




Two blocks over, I

Hopscotch loses a few bands, adds Trash Talk & William Tyler

Hopscotch is about a week away and as to be expected with an event boasting such a large lineup, there are a few last minute changes.

Three bands have recently cancelled their performances, Baroness, Ducktails and Mark McGuire. Two acts have joined the lineup, Trash Talk and William Tyler.

We've updated our PDF version of the schedule to reflect the changes. A replacement for Ducktails at