Yes, it makes going to your favorite rock dives annoying. Yes, many bands undeserving of the buzz get shoved down your throat. Yes, we hate the mainstream music industry and their cronies and their ways. Yes Yes, heard it ALL before. But a town that’s survived recent tornadoes, terrorist attacks and blackouts can handle some drunk A&R guys. And furthermore, there ARE opportunities to learn about some great new bands you probably never even done heard of. So wipe that curmudgeonly frown off your face and stuff a 4Loco in your briefcase, soldier!
I really hope you like Soul music.
Sunday If that thought doesn’t make you seasick then check out the Ya Ya Yacht Soul dance party and cruise around Manhattan (where the waters are actually quite calm). DJs Jonathan Toubin and Mr. Fine Wine provide the Soul grooves. The cover is $10. Although the calendar says that it starts at 8pm you might [...]
High Summer in New York
Jimmy & The Wolfpack reappear this Saturday in BrooklynWe have little left to say about the weather, ‘cuz it’s just about perfect! So step on out and dig these fine events this weekend:TONIGHT (Friday): Live:Palmyra Delran solo @ Arlene’s Grocery at 8 Sharp. DJ/dance parties:DJs Emma Vikingskull and Kymber Lee of Jadewalkers at Double Down [...]
Insert Change Pun Here
OK! If you’re reading this, you’re probably tired of wall-to-wall coverage of goings on in DC. You’re also probably ready to PARTY, and boy, have we got the week for you! Tonight @ Matchless in Greenpoint, the Hot Dog! DJs promise sets of songs themed to say goodbye to Bush and hello to Hussein Obama [...]
Election Week in New York’s Garage Punk Land!
Did you vote? Did you? Huh, punk? Didya? Well? If not, you can cast your vote this week for many great bands & djs who are rippin’ it up around town. First off tonight is the free weekly Hot Dog! party at Matchless, always with 2 for 1 well liquor and select drafts (all night)– [...]
