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TUESDAY 11/4
8pm- Acousta Noir
Genre: Gritty Americana Stomp
For fans of: Larry & His Flask, Tom Waits, Nick Cave, Mumford & Sons
Stripping punk rock back to the roots. A Bastard Son of Circus Royalty & a modern day troubadour, moving with the wind and singing stories along the way. Get some Boom-Boom-Boom with your Wail & Howl. This is ACOUSTA NOIR.
“Just how much punch can one guy pack into a set? You'll be reeling as he blends raw bluesy soul with a rough and rowdy edge. If you like to dance, stomp your feet, or just have a good time, be there.”— Starbuck, Oberon's Three Penny Tavern
www.acoustanoir.com
www.reverbnation.com/acoustanoir
http://youtu.be/vNnFUIJqInM
Antifolk Night 9-11pm
Antifolk is a movement, a music genre and a social network of artists, writers, and musicians who work in different mediums and styles.
Antifolk's defining characteristics are that it can't be defined; it's irreverent, raw, it turns the status quo on it's head. It's shambolic, words mean more than pretense and you can't say what it is until you see it, hear it, and feel it.
9pm- Neil Kenny
Genre: Antifolk
For fans of: Kenny Rodgers,Kenny G
Neil Kelly is a native of Brooklyn who has been giving NYC the gift of original music for over 15 years. He has been an integral member of such notable groups as Huggabroomstik, Kung Fu Crimewave and Tunetown Philharmonic. He has also performed and released solo albums under the names, Masheen Gun Kelly and Club Mate.
http://tunetownphilharmonic.bandcamp.com/
http://kungfucrimewave.bandcamp.com/
http://huggabroomstik.bandcamp.com/
http://thomaspatrickmaguire.bandcamp.com/album/club-mate-plays-the-songs-of-thomas-patrick-maguire
10pm- Prewar Yardsale
Genre: rock
For fans of: Jeff Lewis, The Johns, Kung Fu Crimewave
Prewar Yardsale is lofi New York City Antifolk. Beat up acoustic guitars, buckets, tin cans, broken casios and distortion pedals provide the sonic drop for the lyrics cribbed for songs of breaking up, partying, sickness, disease, and your record collection. They have a new Major Matt produced EP up on bandcamp that captures the band during some raw sessions at Emandee and Olivejuice studios.
http://prewaryardsale.bandcamp.com/
http://www.reverbnation.com/prewaryardsale
11pm- American Anymen
Genre: Antifolk
American Anymen are an antifolk group located in NYC. We follow the political line of passion over expertise and the idea that what you have to say is more important than the equipment that you own.
https://vimeo.com/105382594
https://vimeo.com/104680200
https://americananymen.bandcamp.com/
WEDNESDAY 11/5
8pm- Mark from 3A
Genre: Acoustic Rock
For fans of: Collective Soul, Foo Fighters, David Bowie, City and Colour
Mark from 3A formed when drummer, Jason Lang of Apt. 3D, knocked on his neighbor's door and asked if the guys playing guitar, Mark Ayesh of Apt. 3A and James L'Esperance, needed a drummer. The rest is video games, whiskey, neighborly love and history. Songwriters Mark Ayesh and Bayard Russell each bring their own unique style to the table.
MF3A's sound lives somewhere between Russell's space-folk rock (Collective Soul with a slap of Bowie) and Ayesh's alternative rock (if City and Colour and Foo Fighters had a baby.) The rest of MF3A's sound comes from the band with L'Esperance playing lead guitar, Lang on Drums and Clark Baxtresser on keys and backup vocals. Mark from 3A is currently in the process of recording a demo and plays gigs all around New York City, including Bowery Electric, Arlene's Grocery, Underground Lounge, and Spike Hill.
“Russell delivers simple, catchy songs with honest lyrics straight from his broken heart. He effortlessly takes what most of us would consider as bad situations and makes light of them, and in doing so he creates a responsive bond of some sort with his listeners.” -HotIndieNews.com
http://www.markfrom3a.com
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA5iv74HiBTfpos_lbmdszFME4KHP_Wvz
9pm- Jonathan Saraga Quintet
Genre: Modern Jazz/Contemporary
For fans of: Miguel Zennon, John Zorn, David Binney, Miles Okazaki
The Jonathan Saraga Quintet has been playing Saraga's original compositions and arrangements around New York City since 2012. Inspired by Western Classical music, jazz and film scores, Jonathan writes music that features "...a rare blend of individuality and maturity," for an artist still in his 20's. Each composition includes portions of it that are catered to improvisation, and in-the-moment decisions that provide the music with a means of metamorphosis.
"At times, Saraga's music can exhibit a wandering, nomadic, Klezmer-influenced sound that further cements the (Dave) Douglas connection via that trumpeter's work with John Zorn's flagship Masada." - ALL ABOUT JAZZ
“This is engaging, tuneful, urgent modern jazz played at a very high level by young, masterful musicians." -JIMMY GREENE
"Saraga... is only in his mid-twenties, but plays with the wisdom and maturity of veterans more than twice his age. His chops, lust for musical life and don't-box-me-into-a-stylistic-corner mentality make him seem like the musical offspring of trumpeters Dave Douglas and Ambrose Akinmusire." - ALL ABOUT JAZZ
www.jonathansaraga.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1V7qUrx0og&list=UUKsORBAgWSHrgAOhTQWUG4w
https://soundcloud.com/jonathansaraga
www.youtube.com/koooltrumpet
10pm- The Condescending Liberals
Genre: Rock/Funk
For fans of: Funkadelic, The Meters, Bonnie Raitt, Led Zeppelin with harmonies, Keith Olbermann
Intertwining '70s urban funk with close-harmony singing from the Heartland, The Condescending Liberals' jams will no doubt leave you in a blue state.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPIbv30ID90
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDuzQXQSBEs
11pm- Fife & Drom
Genre: Blues
For fans of: Howlin’ Wolf, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Bonnie Raitt
Fife & Drom is the musical brainchild of husband and wife team Mark Marshall and Abby Ahmad. Though the couple grew up as neighbors in a tiny Pennsylvania town, destiny arranged their first meeting, oddly enough, over two decades later at the “Crossroads Cafe” in Brooklyn, NY. One might say their collaboration was fated. Their updated, original take on classic era Delta & Chicago style blues is infused with deep rhythms, soaring riffs and unbridled passion. Music as visceral as it is danceable.
"They say good things come to those who wait so we did our part and waited patiently for this album [Introducing Fife & Drom]. It was clearly time well spent because this is top shelf material. There is not a weak track on here, front to back this is as good a piece of work as you will find." -Glen Casebeer (American Blues Scene)
"The great thing about Fife & Drom is that they have a truly unique sound. They are clearly influenced by older, acoustic blues, but they don’t live in the past; instead they take the baton and run towards a frontier in blues that is all their own, making a memorable introduction." -Nik Rodewald (Blues Rock Review)
www.fifeanddrom.com
THURSDAY 11/6
Wasabassco
8pm- doors
9pm- showtime
Just two days before Wasabassco's 10th Anniversary Extravaganaza we're warming up at The Way Station, Brooklyn's famous Bar With The TARDIS,
Featuring performances by Wasabassco favorites Nasty Canasta and GiGi La Femme, with Canada's own Red Herring and making her Wasabassco debut, all the way from California courtesy of last month's bake sale funds: Arcadia Kane. Hosted by an either an incredibly hyper or incredibly exhausted Doc Wasabassco.
Show at 9:00
Advance Sale Guaranteed Seats (limited to 20) available here. http://
www.brownpapertickets.com/
event/869190
$10 GA at the door
https://www.facebook.com/events/171626959650906/?notif_t=plan_user_invited
wasabassco.com
FRIDAY 11/7
8pm- Tim Haufe
Tim Haufe is a songwriter and musician who grew up in Poughkeepsie, NY. His music is volatile, desperate, beautiful, dynamic, and full of hope. His fifth self-produced album, The End of the Year (November 2012), has received critical acclaim. Although Haufe typically performs as a solo act, the Tim Haufe Trio presents his music in an expanded and exciting form, recalling the full band arrangements present throughout his studio work. Haufe currently lives in New York, where he is striving to establish for his music the grand reputation that it deserves.
“Tim has all the qualities one looks for in a live performance: He is in tune with the elasticity of the crowd. I could feel myself being drawn closer and closer to the music as the song went on.” -Daniel Dissinger, InStereoPress
www.timhaufe.com
timhaufe.bandcamp.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krV3SpkYi4o
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3qfi82iBb0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_mdnPKn6q8
9pm- Double Down
Genre: Swing/Rock/Pop
For fans of: Frank Sinatra, Brian Setzer, Michael Buble, Chicago
Rat Pack style swing with a high energy, modern edge. Imagine the good old days of popular music with a modern twist! From Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin to classic pop/rock hits from the 80′s and 90′s and today, Double Down swings the hell out of everything. Take a look and discover New York City’s best kept secret that is poised to take over!
"This band has a tight sound and keeps the audience on their feet. I booked them for a dance event, and not only did the guests talk about them for weeks afterwards, they requested that we hire them for nearly every upcoming event." - Stacee Mandeville, featured dancer of Mad Hot Ballroom
"Double Down performs with an infectious energy, you can't help but tap your feet. We booked them for several gigs, and they never fail to make our events a smashing success." - Tommy Sunshine, NY impessario
www.doubledownmusic.com
10pm- The Morning Sea
Genre: Folk/Rock
For fans of: Rock n’ Roll, Whiskey, Night-time
The Morning Sea is an NYC-based indie-folk-blues-pop-rock n’ roll experience, founded by singer-songwriter Adam Cohen. Their debut EP, “Strange Captive”, was released in May 2014.
“A softly moving, seductive chamber-pop folk collective…one-half confessional late night crooner, and one-half whimsical wanderer…” –The Deli Magazine
http://themorningsea.bandcamp.com
www.facebook.com/themorningsea
www.twitter.com/themorningsea
11pm- Cara
Genre: Pop/Rock
For fans of: Early Madonna, 80s + 90s music, Amy Lee (of Evanescence) Christina Aguilera, Katy Perry, Pink, Rihanna
From powerhouse rock to melodic pop, Cara’s vocals jump from one genre to another with ease. With a voice that sounds right at home in either a stadium or intimate downtown blues club, her influences are as diverse as the places she’s performed. From L.A to London, all the way up to icy Scandinavia- all by 21 years old. Her vocal range has been compared to ultimate icons such as Whitney, Aguilera, and Carey.
www.caramusik.com
www.facebook.com/caramusik
www.soundcloud.com/caramusik
www.instagram.com/caramusik
www.youtube.com/caramusik
SATURDAY 11/8
3pm- Drink and Draw
$5 + one drink minimum
Live models
8pm- Joy Dragland
Genre: Soft Rock
For fans of: Fleetwood Mac, America, Bread
A Minnesota native with arctic Scandinavian blood, Dragland's musical career started behind the drums in her dad's band. She studied piano and violin, and at age 15- guitar with which she started writing songs. Many gigs, tours and albums later, she's promoting her second solo project, the EP "Tumble Town."
"Some of the most musically mature acoustic pop you'll ever hear." Isthmus Daily Page
http://www.joydragland.com
9pm- Tour de Force
Genre: Alternative/Indie Rock
For fans of: The White Stripes, Arctic Monkeys, Franz Ferdinand, Modest Mouse
Dave, Matt, and Rob. With their powers combined, they are Tour de Force! Filling the world with music, they have only one goal: to make you dance!
http://tdfband.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/TourDeForcedMusic
10pm- Cookie Cutta
Genre: Funk ‘n Stuff (Funk is Funk... And the ‘Stuff’ is everything else)
For fans of: Sly Stone, Jimi Hendrix, Chaka Khan & Rufus, Betty Davis
COOKIE CUTTA is the Divalicious frontwoman of ‘The Cookie Cutta Experience’: The Ultimate groove party full of Funktastic Flava! Cookie’s mission, along with her band ‘The Crisps’, is to perform all over the world spreading positive vibes and funk-delishus soiunds!
www.cookiecutta.com
www.reverbnation.com/cookiecutta
Midnight Special: Hambone Relay
Genre: Soul Jazz/Funk
For fans of: Soulive, The New Mastersounds, Lettuce, Galactic, Medeski Martin & Wood, Robert Walter
Hambone Relay is a soul jazz organ trio based in Philadelphia, PA. HR3 shrewdly explores the genres of soul, jazz, funk, R&B, blues, and rock. Their live performances deliver brazen jams and contagious grooves with a familiar yet altogether refreshing sonic palette, tipping a hat to such artists as Soulive, Grant Green, Dr. Lonnie Smith, and The New Mastersounds.
http://www.hambonerelay.com
https://www.facebook.com/HamboneRelay
http://www.youtube.com/HamboneRelay
http://www.reverbnation.com/hambonerelay
SUNDAY 11/9
4pm- Moving Pictures: Hand-picked entertainment on the big screen each Sunday evening at the Way Station.
DOCTOR WHO Series 8 Finale
We'll be playing the new episode for you 2-3 times starting at 4pm.
More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/825874687432848/
7:30pm- Timecrash
Genre: Time Lord Rock (Trock)
For fans of: Doctor Who
Formed on the whim of a Facebook status update by lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist (and avid 'Doctor Who' fan) Ronen Kohn, Time Crash first came together in the summer of 2011 with the goal of being 'America's first trock band.' Along with Dave Kitsberg (lead guitar), Michael Fye (bass), Andy Rice (drums) and Chris Rice (steel guitar), the group has brought together an assortment of rock genres, from power ballad to punk, in celebration of their favorite Time Lord and his adventures.
“Chicago-based band is creating the Time Lord Rock ("Trock") that fans deserve.” –Geek Girl Chicago
“Time Crash is likely to be successful.” –Chicago Sun-Times
“the group has quickly become a favorite on their hometown Who scene of Chicago, Illinois.” –Another Castle
“offer a much more rock orientated, almost Heart-like approach to Doctor Who music.” –Houston Press
www.facebook.com/timecrashband
www.reverbnation.com/timecrashband
http://timecrash.bandcamp.com
10pm- Nerd Karaoke
DJ JOE RUDE and The KINGS of KARAOKE present a Nerds Night to RAWK OUT at the BAR with the TARDIS!!! Come sing They Might Be Giants, Tom Lehrer, Jonathan Coulton, and MORE! No cover, awesome cocktails and fine beers on tap--its the best party Sunday can buy!
http://thekingsofkaraoke.com/
MONDAY 11/10
6pm- Monster Monday Madness: Fright Night
Free Pizza!
8pm- Sarabande
Genre: rock croon soul jazz sludge
For fans of: Jeff Buckley, Liz Phair, Billie Holiday
Born and raised in New York City to gypsy parents of the arts, singer/songwriter and guitarist Sara Jecko is a bit of a gypsy herself. It’s hard to settle down. After studying jazz guitar in college, and at the same time, touring as the guitarist in a zydeco-punk band (Zydeco Pilots), she started performing her own songs.
“she creates her own brand of soulful and intuitive music. (Her) voice completely fragile with an energy of resilience” - rockisrock
“Raw emotion..natural, inspired ease” - James Moore
www.sarajecko.com
9pm- James Richards
Genre: Blue Ridge certified acousticfunkgrass
For fans of: Campfires, church choirs, birds on a wire, natty attire
James Richards makes music to live but not for a living. Classically trained but steeped in "Blue Ridge certified acousticfunkgrass," James looks to Lightnin' Hopkins, Otis Redding and Peter Gabriel for inspiration. He has shared stages with Peggy Seeger, Stacy Earle and Mark Stuart, and Ellis Paul among many others. Residing in Brooklyn with Kentucky and North Carolina on mind, James collaborates with local musicians at venues ranging from Joe's Pub and Webster Hall to All Souls Church and Sunny's. He also volunteers with Musicians on Call, bringing music to metro hospitals.
“Richards makes the singer-songwriter craft look approachable. He owns a rare air that manages to include every listener in the room. His handling of the strings was on par with his emotional voice, which made the ears absorb every endearing tale.” Hunter Pope - earfulmusic.com
"You can sing me anything..."
Rebecca Sulock - Mountain Xpress
"...a funky take on the acoustic singer-songwriter sound we know and love. We're glad he's a New Yorker now."
The New Yorker Festival - The New Yorker
www.reverbnation.com/jamesrichards
10pm- Alex Castle
Genre: humorous eclectic
For fans of: sharp songwriting on a scale from “witty” to “hilarious”
Alex Castle does a lot of comedy shows, is the frontman of the 11-piece funk monster The Get It, and desperately seeks your approval.
alexcastle.net
11pm- Roland Ramos Vienna
Genre: Acoustic Reggae/Soul
For Fans of: The Decemberists, Jose Gonzalez, Brett Denett, Sublime, Nickel Creek, The Misfits.
My music is derived from my experiences as a cross-cultural curator. I write directly from my experiences of working with groups from diverse backgrounds. I started playing guitar at age 9. By 12 I was already composing and performing live. Roland is fresh from playing a number of different festivals in the area including "Opple Topple" in PA, "Return to the Roots" Festival in Liberty NY, "Fam Jamily" In Vernon, NJ as well as "The Boogie."
"Ramos simply knows no boundaries; like his beloved Hoboken, “Anchor Hearts” is a true melting pot of cultures and rhythms." Jersey Beat Album Review for "Anchor Heart".http://www.jerseybeat.com/editorsdesk.html
www.RolandRamosVienna.com
http://youtu.be/K99ui9o8Gj0?list=UUiVhRoxkngp4eC491jiNlKQ
TUESDAY 11/11
Veterans Day
Veterans- your first one's on us and then drink happy hour prices all night long.
Corduroy Appreciation Day
Wear Coruroy and drink happy hour prices all night long
"The Autumnal Disaster"
7:30pm- Satellite Magazine: Let's Talk About Cities
Satellite is in Brooklyn on November 11 with more short talks about cities. This month, we’ll hear about:
Housing in Crown Heights
In one of New York’s most rapidly gentrifying neighborhoods, the volunteer-run Crown Heights Tenant Union uses collective bargaining to strengthen renters’ positions. Celia Weaver from the Urban Homesteading Assistance Board, which works closely with CHTU, will discuss.
Not just Williamsburg
Thomas Rhiel, founding editor of online publication Bklynr, will discuss his work providing coverage of lesser-known parts of the borough.
Haiti in New York
Since 2009, Brooklyn-based Haiti Cultural Exchange has been developing programs designed to present Haitian culture to a broad audience while supporting new and established artists, promoting cross-cultural exchange, and encouraging dialogue around contemporary social issues. Co-founder and executive director Régine M. Roumain will discuss. Held over from our October event.
Measuring the street
David Fine will speak about Placemeter, a startup building a real-time data layer to measure street activity like pedestrian motion and speeding cars. Held over from our September event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/789162497789098/
9pm- Louiza
Genre: Jazz influenced Indie Rock
LOUIZA is a raw blend of jazz, blues and indie-rock – A new electric project for the moody folk singer Rebecca Mimiaga
http://louiza.bandcamp.com/
10pm- County Kings
Genre: Indie/Irish Folk Rock
For fans of: The Proclaimers, Billy Bragg, Ray Lamontagne, Steve Earl, Tori Amos, Big Country, The Pretenders, Gillian Welch, REM
County Kings is an Irish way of saying Brooklyn (a.k.a. Kings County). Their indie rock style blends folk and blues with traditional Irish songs. They mix acoustic and electric instrumentation with an emphasis on vocal harmonies and relevant messages. Lead singer and principal songwriter, Gil Holohan, grew up singing traditional Irish songs in his parent’s pub. He infuses County King’s music with that flavor as well as his progressive politics.
www.countykingsmusic.com
11pm- Jade Zabric
Genre: Pop/Rock
For fans of: Jason Mraz, Michelle Branch
Singer/Songwriter Jade Zabric was born and raised in Houston, Texas. After graduating high school, she served five years in the US Air Force and separated with an honorable discharge as a Staff Sergeant. While in the Air Force, Jade was the lead guitar player for a morale band on a world tour including Europe and the Middle East. Since moving to New York City, she has been studying at NYU and in 2011, played guitar for Harlem Repertoire Theater's Production of DreamGirls. Jade's album, "Singer/Songwriter," was released in July 2013. She makes her living busking on the streets of NYC.
She's Rock, R&B, Alternative, Progressive with a little lick of Country.
http://www.jadezabric.com/
https://www.facebook.com/jadezabricmusic
http://www.soundclou