The Way Station
21+ all the time (it is a bar after all)
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SUNDAY 2/28
4pm - Moving Pictures: Samurai Jack
"Gotta go back, back to the past, Samurai Jack!" Remember when Cartoon Network had shows at night that didn't involve profanity and awkward situations? No, I don't either, EXCEPT for this gem. Let us know if there's something you want to see - every show is so great, it might be hard picking favorites!
9pm-Nerdeoke!! Hosted by Joe Rude of the Kings of Karaoke!!
MONDAY 2/29:
7pm-M3 Broadway Sing-A-Long Month: Chicago!
Nightclub sensation Velma (Catherine Zeta-Jones) murders her philandering husband, and Chicago's slickest lawyer, Billy Flynn (Richard Gere), is set to defend her. But when Roxie (Renée Zellweger) also winds up in prison, Billy takes on her case as well -- turning her into a media circus of headlines. Neither woman will be outdone in their fight against each other and the public for fame and celebrity.
TUESDAY 3/1
8pm- Tom Moran
Genre- Singer Songwriter
For fans of- James Taylor, Jackson Browne, Ryan Adams
At 16, Tom Moran walked into a Starbucks and stole a Bob Dylan CD. Later that week he sat in Penn Station with his headphones on and really heard Dylan for the first time. Since that day, songwriting has been Tom's passion and life force. You'll hear influences from country to folk, even to heavy metal. Most of all you'll hear the influence of the great singer songwriters of the 60's and 70's.
“Tom Moran Is The Greatest Songwriter You Have Never Heard Of” - Sparkboom
https://hacsparkboom.wordpress.com/2014/06/13/tom-moran-is-the-greatest-songwriter-you-have-never-heard-of/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maBK9lXjnsI
https://thomasmoranjr.bandcamp.com/
9pm- Jake La Botz
Genre: Blues, Roots
For fans of: Howling Wolf, Lightning Hopkins, Hank Williams, Bob Dylan
After dropping out of school at 15, Jake La Botz hit the road, frequenting punk rock shows, hobo camps, and libraries. He found employment as a roofer, boilermaker, graphite factory worker, and obituary writer. In the midst of this he learned how to play guitar. He played on the streets and in the juke joints of New Orleans, Chicago, and the Mississippi Delta, finding kinship with some of the last of the pre-war era bluesmen: David “Honeyboy” Edwards, “Homesick” James, and “Maxwell Street” Jimmy Davis. La Botz has become known for his "Tattoo Across America Tour," where he tours the country performing at tattoo shops and as an actor in films in which he sometimes sings his original songs: RAMBO dir. Sylvester Stallone, ANIMAL FACTORY dir. Steve Buscemi, ON THE ROAD dir. Walter Salles.
"Jake La Botz is a creator of dark poetry and haunting song, the kind of music that gets in your bones and rides you for days, a sound and vision only those who've been to the bottom and clawed their way back up can generate. His midnight gifts evoke Hank Williams and Skip James as much as Tom Waits and Dylan. Not everybody will get this music - because not everybody is ready for the truth. --Jerry Stahl (author of Permanent Midnight)
"Jake is the modern day Hank Williams." --Steve Buscemi (Actor-Director)
www.jakelabotz.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69DZVA6YKI8
10pm- Tankbark
Genre: Americana
For fans of: Gillian Welch, Gram Parsons, Angel Olsen
Formed in Minneapolis and residing in Brooklyn, Tanbark is a sometimes acoustic duo, sometimes country band with an all the time affinity for close harmonies and lonesome melodies.
www.tanbarkmusic.com
11pm- Junkyard Dogs
Genre: Classic Rock, Blues
For fans of: Neil Young, The Band, Springsteen, The Stones
Cool folks having a good time with good cover tunes. Lineup includes Bradley Gunyon and Len Monachello of the All Night Chemists.
http://www.allnightchemists.com/
http://allnightchemists.bandcamp.com/
WEDNESDAY 3/2
8pm- Marc Delgado
Genre: Alt-Rock/Americana/Folk
For fans of: R.E.M/Son Volt/Bob Dylan/Pavement/Grant Lee Buffalo
Marc Delgado’s songs are eclectic & unexpected & deal with characters trying to make sense of the American Landscape.
www.marcxdelgado.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wounded-Knee/1468212120082062
http://www.reverbnation.com/musician/344501
9pm- Megan Talay
Genre: Power Pop, Indie-Rock
For fans of: Weezer, Blink 182, Fountains of Wayne, The Front Bottoms
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Megan Talay plays punchy power-pop that draws comparisons to 90's favorites like No Doubt, Blink 182, and Third Eye Blind. Her songs engage audiences with lyrics that are equally cleaver, emotionally vulnerable, and even biting at times. Talay has also won praise for her lead guitar work, stretching out into wah-inflected, blues-influenced solos over the band’s tight rhythm section.
“Memorable melody lines, tight harmonies, and passionate, powerful vocals” - Bruce Figler, 107.1 The Peak
“From the fantastic guitar to the detailed and thought provoking lyrics…this is a release that stands out from a lot of things I've listened to this year.” - Backseat Mafia
http://www.talaymusic.com
10pm- Chris J. Connolly
Genre: Alternative/Folk/Rock/Pop
For fans of: Neil Young, Radiohead, James Taylor, Amos Lee
Weaving between two continents, Chris J. Connolly’s music has been his support system and a reflection of his journeys. Originally from Staffordshire, England, Chris spent his early years performing in hometown venues before eventually crossing the Atlantic to reside in his current home on Long Island. Inspired by both early American roots music and modern alt-rock, Chris grew to craft his own unique style of writing and phrasing that moves between sublime, evolving and hook based melodies.
"Chris J Connolly is the kind of artist who can create cuts as emotionally affecting as 'Not Alone' and 'Black Swan,' and the impossibly lovely 'Can We Go Now' without getting stuck in the tar pit of sentimentality." - The Big Takeover Magazaine, issue #76
"a rewarding listen (that) packs some impressive emotional heft and compelling songwriting... top-notch pop/folk fusion that’s pure ear candy" - hotindienews.com
www.chrisjconnolly.com
http://www.diversion-records.com/artist-cjc
https://www.facebook.com/chrisjconnollymusic
https://soundcloud.com/chris-j-connolly
11pm- Shaeera
Genre: Indie Acoustic/Indie Pop
Shaeera is an indie-acoustic singer/songwriter based in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. She loves to mix her love for rich vocals by incorporating harmonies into her music, influenced by the work of artists such as Imogen Heap or Alt-J.
“Shaeera Tariq is a Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter, educator, and lover of puns. You can catch her at the Punderdome 3000 or various open mics and venues in the city.”
www.soundcloud.com/shaeera
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oUZ0em-IZE
FRIDAY 3/4
8pm- Treadwell
Genre: Alternative/Experimental
For fans of: Radiohead, Explosions in the Sky, Minus the Bear
An experimental rock project based out of New Haven, CT, Treadwell provides for its listeners a melodic blend of keyboard and intricate guitar, flowing in between smooth vocals, catchy bass lines and edgy drums.
www.facebook.com/treadwellband
www.soundcloud.com/treadwell-ct
9pm- The Delorean Sisters
Genre: Bluegrass versions of 80’s 1 hit wonders
For fans of: Mr. T, Rubik's Cube, explicit lyrics stickers on CDs
Ever wonder what it would sound like if Depeche Mode went back in time to 1927, hit up the nearest whiskey still and grabbed a banjo? Ever wish the Carter Family played at your prom – in 1985? Well, you’re in luck: the DeLorean Sisters reimagine synth-pop hits and keytar karaoke staples as old timey, early 20th century Americana. It’s Marty McFly with a washboard; the Dust Bowl meets the Superbowl Shuffle. You'll never hear Toto the same way again.
"The Delorean Sisters view the ’80s through sepia-tinted glasses, covering new-wavey classics like the Eurythmics' 'Here Comes the Rain Again' in a vintage-folk style, complete with banjos and earthy harmonies." - Time Out
http://deloreansisters.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/DeLorean-Sisters/124976577607446
https://soundcloud.com/deloreansisters
10pm- A Valley Son
Genre: Rock
For fans of: Father John Misty and Band of Horses
90s shoegaze rock with a twang.
avalleyson.com
11pm- Mike O'Malley & the Beastie Band
Genre: Screamer-Songwriter.
For fans of: Tom Waits, Glen Hansard, The Decemberists, Fiona Apple
Mike O'Malley carries a lot of anger around. He endeavors to funnel said extra energy into a rollicking, kinetic set of folk songs for drinking, howling, and stomping to. He would specifically love to howl with you.
SATURDAY 3/5
James the Sound Guy's 50th birthday!
8pm- Ben Clark & the Long Shadows
Genre: Acoustic, Rock, Folk, Jazz, Blues
For fans of: Dave Matthews Band, Punch Brothers, Jeff Buckley, Ra Ra Riot, Martin Sexton
Ben Clark hails from Floyds Knobs, Indiana and leads the Long Shadows, a set of freelance musicians collaborating in his compositions. The lineup will include Ben Clark on guitar/vocal, Nick Rapley on drums, Joe Young on mandolin and guitar and Sean Muzzi on bass.
twitter @BLCOfficial
soundcloud.com/blcofficial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNSGUW2NZ1g&feature=youtube_gdata_player
9pm- The Travelers
Genre: Rock-Hop/Funk & Blues/Stoner Soul
For fans of: The Hazelton Brothers, SmokeDawg Williams, Air Force One, Count Bassface
Our music is a mix of jazz, blues, and hip hop. We'll take you places in the universe you've never been.
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=7YZQwi8lDys
music-thetravelers.bandcamp.com
Reverbnation.com/travelersmusic
10pm- The Fantastic Plastics
Genre: Neo New Wave
For fans of: Devo, The Flaming Lips, Man or Astroman?, B-52s, The Faint, The Cars, Blondie, The White Stripes
If Devo and The White Stripes hooked up and had a love child that child would be The Fantastic Plastics. A 2 piece Girl/Boy combo, The Fantastic Plastics deliver big sound with their Moog synth, big rock guitars, and electro drum and bass. Their electric stage show is enhanced with vintage TVs, and Atari Video Music machine, costumes, and songs you can’t help but sing along to all night long. We Are Obsolete!
www.thefantasticplastics.com
https://facebook.com/thefantasticplastics
NoNoGoGo Video: http://youtu.be/vS0BvAA_WXc
NoNoGoGo Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/thefantasticplastics/nonogogo
StinkEye Video: http://youtu.be/pBoqp9ANDds
11pm- The Sky Captains of Industry
Genre: Post-Apocalyptic Rock and Roll
For fans of: David Bowie, Devo, Queen
The Sky Captains of Industry came from the future to inform you about the upcoming apocalypse and/or to rock it to rubble. Are they men? Are they machines? Will they indeed save the rest of your heart?
While allegories dressed as science fiction may not be new to this world, they’ve never been more aesthetically pleasing than they are here. I mean, at bottom, once you strip away all the concept and metaphor, Rocket City is just a really, really great sounding record of awesome songs.” - Chris Michael, Eat That Guitar
http://skycaptainsofindustry.com
SUNDAY 3/6
4pm-Mel Brooks movies Quote-a-thon!
Spaceballs and Young Frankenstein. You know them, we know them. Among all
of us, we could probably quote the entire movies! It's a free-for-all as
we quote (and maybe MST3K?) these fantastic Mel Brooks movies.
9pm-Nerdeoke!! Hosted by Joe Rude of the Kings of Karaoke!!
MONDAY 3/7
Monday Movie Madness!!!
Hosted by Marc Abbott and Ed Reynolds. Hand picked movie goodness - possible double feature (X-Flies some nights). You'll just have to come to find out!
TUESDAY 3/8
8pm- Those Sensible Shoes
Genre: Acoustic Folk
For fans of: Nick Drake, The Swell Season, The Milk Carton Kids
Those Sensible Shoes are Anthony Mulcahy and Rachel Stern, who began playing and writing original music together in September 2014 after meeting through the Big City Folk Collective. They perform a blend of acoustic and indie folk with unique harmonies. Based in New York City, they have been playing shows all over Manhattan, Brooklyn and New Jersey. They are currently working on their first album, due in Spring 2015.
http://www.thosesensibleshoes.com
https://www.facebook.com/thosesensibleshoesmusic
9pm- Conor Ryan Hennessy
Genre: Folk, Americana, Country Blues
For fans of: Woody Guthrie, Huddie Ledbetter, Mississippi John Hurt
I’ve always admired the swing, emotion, and humor found in early blues, country and Appalachian music. I’m heavily influenced by the likes of Big Bill Broonzy, Blind Wille McTell, and Woody Guthrie. I think my music and the tunes I choose to sing and write reflect these influences in a pretty obvious manner. I like the idea of preserving forgotten music. I like telling the old stories.
“[Hennessy] sings with a gentle but confident voice and comes off like a relater and a storyteller, with a style rooted firmly in tradition.”
“[Hennessy] transcends the talking blues into the 21st century.”
https://cottonswabcitrus.bandcamp.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGon6sxK-_Q&feature=youtu.be&t=2m24s
https://soundcloud.com/billgrease
10pm- Mendez
Genre: deep shit
For fans of: Frank Herbert
Pop not pop
"I’m not quite sure who this Gregory Mendez is yet, but I really love what he’s got up on his bandcamp. The guitar work and vocals just fit, don’t they?” - What’s Protocol
https://mendezmusic.bandcamp.com
11pm- Freeman's Folly
Genre: Singer Songwriter
For fans of: Daniel Rossen, Harry Nilsson, George Harrison
Patrick Freeman is a guitarist and songwriter currently based in Dublin. Having spent a number of years as a session musician and performer, Freeman released his debut EP "Perfect Fit" in February 2014. His debut album "Cherry Blossom Fall" was recorded at Big Skin HQ, Cork, infamous home of O Emperor and is due for release in October 2015.
"Patrick Freeman catches your ears with the superbly toned melodic purr of all three tracks on his Perfect Fit EP." - Jim Carroll, The Irish Times
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/ontherecord/2014/02/06/new-music-patrick-freeman-kiesza-sylvan-esso/
"Seems wherever Patrick Freeman is wandering, we should be listening out." - Backseat Mafia
http://www.backseatmafia.com/2014/02/07/new-music-patrick-freeman-perfect-fit-ep- plus-irish-tour-dates/
"Perfect Fit is an interesting trio of songs...a unique creature all of Freeman’s own design. Simple yet gorgeous, I’m already looking forward to what Patrick Freeman has in store for next time." - The Wild Honey Pie
New Single & Video “Cherry Blossom Fall”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQHRciETvwU
Fund It Campaign
http://fundit.ie/project/patrick-freeman-album-launch
WEDNESDAY 3/9
7-9pm Sex On Tap: Dinosaur Sex
Do we need to say more? Dinosaurs. Sex. Beer. Be there.
10pm- The Grey Man
Genre: Rock
For fans of: Hendrix, Petty, Can
"The Grey Man" bring "Kraut - Rock" to the new world. Fronted by native "Kraut", and Brooklyn transplant David Kay, the trio also consists of Matt Holt on bass (a real NYC-man) and Moroccan Sam Rekaibi on drums. Formed at the deep end of the Gowanus Canal (in the winter of 2013), the trio transformed a good portion of the best decades of rock into dynamic and eclectic loudness. Some sparks of emotion and light shine through their straightforward compositions and might bring up fond memories of past high times of songwriting.
http://the-grey-man.bandcamp.com/releases
https://www.facebook.com/Thegreyman
11pm- Der Drazil
Genre: Electro/Synth Pop/Darkwave
For fans of: Depeche Mode, Washed Out, Sisters Of Mercy, Massive Attack, Skinny Puppy
A synthetic mix of atmospheres designed to take you on a journey through the dark neon.
“Deeply rooted in the experimental electronic sounds of the 1980s, with influences as clear as Depeche Mode and as vast as Vangelis, it's hard to believe Der Drazil formed in a garage in the suburbs of Pasadena. Weaving elements of synth pop, darkwave, and EDM, Steve Mitchell has found his sound that is at times minimal and moody, yet always catchy as hell, proving that the 80s isn't just a decade, it's a genre." - Daniel Sukara "HipStar Zine"
http://www.soundcloud.com/derdrazil
FRIDAY 3/11
8pm- Choirfly
Genre: A Cappella
For fans of: Pentatonix, Rockapella, Jonathan Coulton, Weird Al
Founded in 2011 by Rachel Rakov, Choirfly shoots for the moon to impress audiences all over NYC by integrating technical skill seamlessly with geek culture references and homage. Their repertoire delights and excites fans of Doctor Who, video games, Firefly, Weird Al, Jonathan Coulton, and Flight of the Conchords. Choirfly also specializes in original song parodies that appeal to the fantasy/sci-fi crowd, as well as creative re-imaginings of old classics.
“As I watched Choirfly, the nerd-themed group of singers made up of a cast of performers with backgrounds ranging from cosplayers to actors who performed songs referencing everything from movies like Harry Potter to shows like Firefly and Doctor Who, I was enamored by the crowd as they cheered in glee to nostalgic reminders of childhood and geekdom.” - Ashley Wilson, Cosplay Culture
http://choirfly.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyZVxek5Np9_XzzQmGqN8iA/videos
11pm- Shayfer James
Genre: Folk Rock/Noir Pop Singer Songwriter
For fans of: Tom Waits, Danny Elfman, Fiona Apple
Shayfer James weaves surprisingly genuine musical landscapes that evoke the gauzy, sweaty sexuality of gulf-coast barrooms and the fantastical, narcotic mysticism of a Lewis Carroll-inspired three-ring circus. Mr. James' noir-infused, piano driven music swaggers from dark danceable anthems to harrowing ballads with jazz lilted satire and whiskey-dirt grit.
"New & Noteworthy Alternative" - iTunes
"Rich orchestration swells over James’ melodic bellows and conjures up a dark and sinful scene underscored by mischievous charm". - wnyc.org
http://www.shayferjames.com
10pm- Empire Beats
Genre: Rhythm & Blues, Rock/Roll&Soul, Real Music
For fans of: Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Alabama Shakes, The Shirelles
Join glamorous jazz chanteuses and gutsy blues shouters of the sensational Blue Flame Revue front Mark Boquist’s five to nine piece rhythm band Empire Beats as they explore an expanding book of Rock/Roll&Soul music ~ familiar and forgotten hits from the past and funky new originals. With songs from every side of the love equation, Empire Beats' energetic revue recalls Rhythm & Blues showcases of another era. Not necessarily retro, definitely not nostalgia, it's real live music that will make you shake your ass.
empirebeatsnyc.com
https://vimeo.com/128510306
https://www.reverbnation.com/empirebeats
SATURDAY 3/12
8pm- Zamba 2 Samba
Genre: Roots Samba
For fans of: Marisa Monte, Elis Regina, Cartola, Nelson Cavaquinho, Adoniran Barbosa
Conceived as a tribute to "Samba de Raiz" or roots samba, Zamba 2 Samba delves deep into Brazil's musical past offering reinterpretations of Brazil's most joyous music from the '40's, '50's & '60's. Led by Susan Justice's beautiful, clear voice and backed by both Brazilian and a revolving group of international musicians, Zamba 2 Samba will take you to a small samba club in Lapa, Rio...at least for the night.
reverbnation.com/zamba2samba
10pm- Smith & 9th Ward
Genre: New Orleans Blues/Funk/Jazz
For fans of: New Orleans Jazz, Blues, Funk and Brass Band music
SMITH & 9th WARD is a combo in the New Orleans, funky and soulful tradition. We channel the likes of Dr. John, James Booker, Allen Toussaint and Professor Longhair to bring you New Orleans grooves with a Brooklyn attitude. We consist of members of the OUTER BOROUGH BRASS BAND and we love playing funky NOLA tunes, traditional jazz standards and low-down blues. SMITH & 9th WARD: New Orleans grooves with a Brooklyn attitude.
“Leyton-Brown’s physical stance at the keyboard comes closer to Joe Strummer than Dr. John, but she’s got skills that would make Mac Rebenack grin that trademark grin. Allison injected some old school stride into “Don’t Think Twice,” and her vocals on Crescent City classics like “Big Chief” and “Mardi Gras in New Orleans” were right on point. But it’s the little differences she brings that make her a not-so-secret weapon, like the Fender Rhodes sound she brought to the funky Scatassa original “BQEeze,” or the sizzling Clavinet vibe she conjured up toward the end of the second set that was straight out of Billy Preston’s “Outa Space.” Maybe the traditionalists might freak, but it’s a Brooklyn thing! They wouldn’t understand!” – J Hunter “Nippertown”
“After the bass drummer unexpectedly decided to lead a secondline into the bar room, which freaked out most of the people there, they came back in and kicked things up another notch. By this point, those of us who were dancing stopped caring about what the room full of lazy people thought, and we got up and got down in front of the band on a rousing finale.” – a fan
http://smithand9thward.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ams4STP1-0g
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ofQyQW1EDA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLdEeWfHkbM#action=share
TUESDAY 3/15
8pm- Tripeg Lobo
Let’s Bury the Hatchet Like the Beatles and the Stones: Music about Musicians
Tripeg Lobo presents 9 local musicians, each of whom will play one cover song about or mentioning another musician, followed by a new original song on this theme.
Artists include: Elisa Flynn, Maharajah Sweets, Neville Elder, Chris Q. Murphy, John LaPolla, Mary Spencer Knapp, Charming Disaster, Dan Cahill, and George Hakkila.
10pm- Michael Drabik
Genre: Blues/Soul
For fans of: John Mayer, Ray Charles, Jimi Hendrix
michaeldrabik.com
https://michaeldrabik.bandcamp.com/
11pm- Hardworker
Genre: Folk-Rock
For fans of: Patty Griffin, Wilco, John Prine, Alabama Shakes, Neko Case
Songwriter Sus Long has been writing and recording music for a decade, drawing influence from the lyrical dexterity of Patty Griffin, the musical arrangements of Sufjan Stevens, and the vocal originality of artists like Billie Holiday and Freddie Mercury. Long's subject matter is informed by novels and poems, morning news, late-night theology, and the stories of the people around her. Hardworker’s live shows feature bassist Mike Conner’s funk and punk influences, guitarist Danny Nowell’s affinity for rock and classic country, drummer Dave Berka’s jazz upbringing, and singer Alex Treyz’ gospel and choral training. </