March 9th, 2010
Asobi Seksu…shoegaze? Dreampop? Are labels necessary? I think not. This acoustic version of Asobi Seksu is just as compelling as the one that makes your ears bleed. Check them out at www.asobiseksu.com.
Artwork by Christianne Goudreau.
March 2nd, 2010
The Lower 48 are younguns but you’d never guess that listening to them. Their smoky vocals and classic folk approach challenges their physical age. There is a broad musical palette spread out before them and watching them paint from it will be a treat. Learn more at www.thelower48.org.
Artwork by Emily Block.
February 23rd, 2010
Benoit Pioulard brings us the sound of a well guarded secret told in hushed tones in the dusk. To learn more, go to www.pioulard.com.
Artwork by Christianne Goudreau.
February 16th, 2010
DoublePlusGood is cathartic for the young and old alike. Weren’t old enough to appreciate the fabulousity that was the 80’s? Well, friend here’s your chance to feel the sounds of this era cascade over you and make you shake your butt. Make your dancipation proclamation at www.doubleplusgoodnews.com or www.myspace.com/dblplusgood.
February 8th, 2010
The Ascetic Junkies are a nice slice of pie for such a reportedly austere bunch. They graced us with an acoustic set that touched on many topics from the path to happiness to the downfall of politics. TO learn more, go to www.myspace.com/theasceticjunkies or www.theasceticjunkies.bandcamp.com.
Artwork by Emily Block.
February 2nd, 2010
Sallie Ford and The Sound Outside sound like they hitched a ride on a time machine and brought back the soul of Patsy Cline, the voice of Wanda Jackson, and the attitude of Chrissie Hynde. Sallie’s unassailable voice nearly blew the doors off our humble studio. Learn more about this amazing quartet at www.sallieford.com.
Artwork by Emily Block.
January 25th, 2010
The Very Foundation will serve as a balm to a good night of drinking when you can’t remember whether your girlfriend left you or not. Their catchy tunes are just the medicine you need to move on from any unpleasantness that may have happened. To learn more about them, check out myspace.com/theveryfoundation.
Artwork by Christianne Goudreau.
January 19th, 2010
The Subjects are not from the 60’s or even the 70’s, I promise. But you’d be forgiven for thinking their timeless tunes and harmonies came from a time gone by. Another gem from Brooklyn, this music will stick to your ribs. Check out more at www.thesubjects.net.
Artwork by Emily Block.
January 12th, 2010
Garage A Trois brought something back with them the first time they were exploring the far reaches of musical space together. A funky virus that infects all who hear its cry, the music of Stanton Moore, Skerik, Mike Dillon, and Marco Benevento is an alloy of New Orleans, jazz, funk, and freak out. To learn more about them, check out www.garageatrois.net. To learn more about some of the causes Stanton Moore talks about in this session, please go to www.tipitinasfoundation.com and www.gulfrestorationnetwork.org.
Artwork by Christianne Goudreau.
January 5th, 2010
Emily Wells is many people. It depends what part of the room she’s standing in. Her music suggests an invisible soundtrack to Bjork’s dream state. Learn more about her at www.emilywellsmusic.com or www.myspace.com/emilywells.
Artwork by Christianne Goudreau.
