Crystal Castles postpones Roxy gig

[Apologies for the protracted silence, folks. Been away on a family matter, complicated by a run-in with Mother Nature, but thankfully people like Classical Geek Theatre can clue me in on what I missed. I now attempt to lurch back into action:]

An injury sustained by singer Alice Glass has forced the postponement of eight show by Crystal Castles, including Sunday's gig at the Roxy. The Toronto disco-noise duo hope to be back in time for their gigs at the South by Southwest Music Festival in Austin starting March 14. Glass suffered two cracked ribs in an auto accident, Pitchfork reported.

The Roxy will be silent on Sunday night. It was initially reported in Crystal Castles' press release that local noise specialists Health, their tourmates, would play as scheduled, but a spokesperson for the venue said the show will be postponed entirely and rescheduled later, possibly in June.

Highlights for Tuesday, March 4

Had I not been otherwise occupied, I would have found time to sing the praises of the new album, titled "Get Awkward," by Be Your Own Pet. Punky and delicious, I say. And the Nashville quartet is opening for the Raveonettes tonight at the El Rey. ... The Mountain Goats kick off a two-night stand at the Troubadour. ... Jim Bianco's release party for the very good "Sing" is tonight at the Hotel Cafe -- and as a bonus, Nyles Lannon, Daniel Ahearn and Everest (acoustic) are also playing. ... Working for a Nuclear Free City rocks Cinespace. ... And the Vacation are on the bill at the Silverlake Lounge.

Photo of Crystal Castles by Stuart Pillinger