The Way Station
21+ all the time (it is a bar after all)
$5 donation strongly suggested for all events unless otherwise indicated.
SATURDAY 2/4
4pm - THE IMPOSSIBLE FORTRESS-Video Game Competition
Book launch video game party for The Impossible Fortress, a novel by Jason Rekulak prior to the book signing on Tuesday, February 7 at Greenlight Bookstore. Details on that here: http://www.greenlightbookstore.com/event/jason-rekulak-austin-grossman
8pm- Yellowcake
Genre: Latin, Funk, Soul
For fans of: Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Alice Russell, Jamiroquai, Ceu, Orgone, Lake Street Dive
Diversity is the key ingredient to the Yellowcake sound. With music that transcends culture, style and language, this NYC band is putting a global pulse on the city's music scene. Yellowcake officially formed in 2009 and today is a group of individuals who share a passion for creating original music that draws on their different backgrounds and musical influences. From the cross-genre melding of Latin rhythms with funk grooves to the group's unique combination of musicians, you never know what you might see, hear, or feel at a Yellowcake show. Come vibe.
www.facebook.com/eatyellowcake
www.yellowcakemusic.com
www.yellowcakemusic.com
https://www.youtube.com/user/YellowcakeMusic
9pm- Timothy Haufe
Genre: Indie Rock
For fans of: Elliott Smith, Jeff Buckley, Daniel Rossen, Stevie Wonder
Tim Haufe is a songwriter and musician who grew up in Poughkeepsie, NY. His music is volatile, desperate, beautiful, dynamic, and full of hope. 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=C3qfi82iBb0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9to2sEdoqMg
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
SUNDAY 2/5
4pm- Moving Pictures: Smokey & the Bandit/Blues Brothers
Hosted by Alex D.!! February is Double Billing Month! We start off this month with two iconic police chase movies. Smokey and the Bandit has Burt Reynolds (and his luscious mustache!) transporting beer in a truck followed by the sheriff. And Blues Brothers has none other than A Mission From God, followed by, you guessed it. And wait, we have a double birthday this week as well! Come celebrate with us!
9pm- Nerdeoke - Hosted by Joe Rude of the Kings of Karaoke!
MONDAY 2/6
8pm- Queerious Trivia
Hosted by Ms Quizzle, Queerious Trivia is a monthly trivia night that caters to LGBTQIA and Queer identified people. It runs about 1.5-2 hours long and includes prizes, interactive games and two rounds of questions centered on a general theme. This event hopes to contribute to building community among the large number of queer identified people living in and near the Prospect Heights neighborhood.
Stay for the DJ dance after-party.
TUESDAY 2/7
8pm- Rascals & Rogues
Genre: Ren Rock, Celtic, Folk
For fans of: Great Big Sea, Flogging Molly, The Pogues, Enter The Haggis
Rascals & Rogues is the New York Renaissance Faire's "house boy band" formed in 2012 by members of the performance cast. These professional improv actors bring a unique brand of unpredictable shenanigans to every set and no two shows are ever the same!
www.facebook.com/rascalsandroguesnyrf
9pm- Three Pints Shy
Genre: Irish Rock
For fans of: Black 47, The Pogues, U2
https://www.facebook.com/Three-Pints-Shy-28211954151/
10pm- Baloonatic
Genre: Rock and Soul
For fans of: Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Grateful Dead, Bill Withers, Ray LaMontaigne, Janis Joplin
Rock and Roll remains free, even as the world willingly shackles itself to more and more bullshit. Baloonatic brings the dance of love and freedom straight to your heart, like a cannonball.
“Tucker is bloody good at almost anything he touches. There are a lot of post-genre acts out there who say that no style or sound is off the table, but few make the transitions in between as well as Elijah Tucker. ”Saturn” is [like] a good party: running with a life of its own but never quite out of control.” - Wildy Haskel, Wildy’s World
“You’ll find yourself immersed in Elijah’s songs to the point where you’ll mentally play them as the background music to your very own life story.” - Siobhan Chapman, www.indiemunity.com
www.elijahtucker.com/videos
www.elijahtucker.com/listen
11pm- Waylen Roche and Noise Downstairs
Genre: R&B/Soul
For Fans of: Alabama Shakes, LCD Soundsystem, and Parliament Funkadelic
We are a Brooklyn-based funk/soul/pop outfit founded by Waylen Roche in the summer of 2016. Our music draws on influences such as Alabama Shakes, D'Angelo, Dr. John, Captain Beefheart, Talking Heads, Darondo, LCD Soundsystem, and Parliament Funkadelic. Currently we are building a presence in the NYC area through shows and networking, planning to release our first EP in the spring of 2017 and go on a regional tour in the months following its debut.
https://www.reverbnation.com/waylenrocheandthenoisedownstairs
WEDNESDAY 2/8
8pm- Deb Felz
Genre: Singer Songwriter
Deb Felz's ability to convey thoughtful, poignant ideas in a lively musical form stems from a lifetime passion for songwriting and music. The singer-songwriter and bandleader emphasizes creative lyrics and catchy melodies. Her music is reminiscent of a diverse group of artists such as Counting Crows and Natalie Merchant, while still containing a unique flavor that is all her own. Her heartfelt alto carries her soulful and powerful lyrics, while the skilled full band drives the energy home.
The Deb Felz Band has played top venues such as Iota Club in Virginia, Wonderland Ballroom in Washington, D.C., and Arlene's Grocery in New York City, and at major festivals such as the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
https://www.facebook.com/debfelz
https://www.reverbnation.com/debfelz
9pm- Chris Norwood
Genre: Folk/Rock
For fans of: The Mountain Goats, John Craigie, Bob Dylan
The storytelling is the thing. Over the past year, Chris gathered band mates from different walks of creative life to make music that is familiar, yet hard to pin down or categorize. It's folk, it's rock, it's blues, it's country. Chris sings his stories and keeps time on guitar with Keith backing him up on bass and Nastasia harmonizing to the tune while Hajnal lends a sweeping violin that wraps it all together.
christophernorwood.net/music
10pm- Cassondra Alvord
Genre: Folk, Singer Songwriter
For fans of: Regina Spektor, Kimya Dawson, Fiona Apple, Ingrid Michaelson
A Buffalo-bred, Brooklyn-based singer songwriter. Cassondra's bellowing rasp echoes through the room with songs of love and the loss of it. She can't wait to dance with you.
"..mother of dragons, breaker of chains, the woman with four lungs.." - M.O.B.B.
https://www.facebook.com/cassondraalvordmusic/
https://soundcloud.com/cassondra-alvord
11pm- Wavestate
Genre: Ghost-Modern
For fans of: David Bowie, Jeff Buckley, Bjork, Tom Waits, Books, Movies, Fine Dining
Hi-fi lo-tech folk from the future.
"This is some weird stuff." - Jarett the All Seeing, Galactic Archive
"Fear is the mind killer." - Paul Atreides/Mua'dib
www.ewharris.net
THURSDAY 2/9
8pm- New Residence
Genre: Soul, Blues, Rock
For fans of: Alabama Shakes, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Lake Street Dive
New Residence offers a unique blend of Soul, Blues, and Rock in strikingly fresh, well-crafted original songs. With unmistakable chemistry among its musicians, and the unique instrumentation of Fender Rhodes, tenor saxophone, and vocals, their energetic performances are a treat to be a part of.
www.new-residence.com
facebook.com/newresidenceband
soundcloud.com/new-residence
9pm- Viva
Genre: Rock
For fans of: Chryssie Hynde, Jimi Hendrix
Viva plays guitar like a flaming sword, a screaming train, a ringing bell, and a scratching chicken. She sings like if Freddy Mercury had been a woman. She's played everywhere from Bonnaroo to Monterey Jazz Fest, and been featured in Guitar Player Magazine.
“The love child of Little Richard and Joan Jett” - The Aquarian
www.electricviva.com
10pm- Clarinet Milk
Genre: Popular/Experimental
For Fans of: Frank Zappa, Arcade Fire, Radiohead
Description: Attempting to defibrillate popular music.
https://youtu.be/oevaU4BUw-I
www.ClarinetMilk.com
11pm- Hambone Relay
Genre: Funk
For fans of: Soulive, Robert Walter, Galactic, Karl Denson
With influences ranging from jazz, funk, blues and rock and roll, Hambone Relay redefines the modern organ trio with their own brand of high-energy live music.
“Hambone Relay, a great Philly soul-jazz-funk organ trio who blew me away.” - Mike Greenblatt, Aquarian Weekly
www.hambonerelay.com
www.youtube.com/HamboneRelay
www.facebook.com/HamboneRelay
hambonerelay.bandcamp.com/
FRIDAY 2/10
8pm- Mar Salá
Genre: Flamenco-Pop
For fans of: Rosario, Bebe, La Mala Rodriguez
Based in Brooklyn, Marta Hernández, (aka Mar Salá) is an international singer songwriter, a musician from Seville, Spain. With the collaboration of many accomplished musicians from all over the world, she mixes Latin sounds such as Rumba Flamenca, Brazilian rhythms and Spanish Pop, with Swing and Rock. Marta's original compositions are a cross over between the Flamenco air of Seville and the eclectic sounds of New York City.
She has a total of 3 albums in the market: Primavera (2008) Take Me to Bahia (2009) and her third album, Entre 2 Rivers (2014), produced by Alejandro Zuleta, an accomplished composer, musician, singer and producer from Colombia, has the collaboration of LA SHICA in her version of LOS CUATRO MULEROS.
"Mar Salá is pure energy, like a volcano in control." Jose Miguel López. Radio 3.RNE
www.facebook.com/marsalaband1
https://soundcloud.com/mar-sal-band
www.reikiwilliamsburg.com
9pm- Annie Pichan
Genre: Jazz, Soul, Funk, Pop
For fans of: Sia, St. Vincent, Annie Lennox
Originating from Jazz roots with influences from the great Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan, Annie performed within the Detroit jazz circuit prior to attending Berklee College of Music in 2011 to study songwriting and composition. Jazz meets electro-soul, quirky songwriting and storytelling for an eclectic and immersive evening. She is based out of Brooklyn, and her EP is set for release in late 2016.
www.anniepichan.com
10pm- A Valley Son
Genre: Rock
For fans of: Father John Misty and Band of Horses
90s shoegaze rock with a twang.
avalleyson.com
SATURDAY 2/11
8pm- TBD
9pm- James Labrosse Collective
Genre: Flamenco-Jazz
For fans of: Paco de Lucia, Vicente Amigo
The James Labrosse Collective performs a diverse repertoire of music with influences from across the globe. Performing original music by James Labrosse, and covers by greats such as Paco de Lucia, and Vicente Amigo. Traces can be found from Flamenco, Jazz, Latin American, to Asian musical influences. Always featuring talented special guests in the Collective, James Labrosse promises a unique musical experience aimed to navigate the listener to other cultures.
JamesLabrosse.com
youtube.com/c/JamesLabrosse
facebook.com/jameslabrossemusic
twitter.com/JamesLabrosse
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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNQw2RFv1cU
https://vimeo.com/128510306
https://www.reverbnation.com/empirebeats
SUNDAY 2/12
4pm- Moving Pictures: Small Soldiers & Toy Story
Hosted by Alex D. February is double billing month! Today we're watching toys come alive. In Small Soldiers, the Commando Elite fight the peace-loving Gorgonites using military grade computer chips for guidance. Wait, what? Then there's this tiny indie movie that no one really saw called Toy Story. I think we'll try it out!
9pm- Nerdeoke - Hosted by Joe Rude of the Kings of Karaoke!
MONDAY 2/13
7pm- Jonathan Isaac Hagen
Genre: Singer Songwriter, Plagiarizer
For fans of: Citizen Cope, John Legend, Amy Winehouse
A soulful blend of Jazz and Rock. Lead singer of Brooklyn-based band, the Travelers, Jonathan Isaac Hagen's sultry voice and passionate emotion will tickle your heartstrings.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=EZD8r44msYg
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=m38YYvDxRJ4
8pm- Zuni Mountain Boys Return to The Way Station!
The Zuni Mountain Boys are an Americana duo based out of Nashville, and are excited about their return to Brooklyn. Connor McGinnis and Matt Campbell formed the group in early 2014. They recorded their first EP in East Nashville in late May over two days, and released it via bandcamp in August 2014. The five song EP consists predominantly of two acoustic guitars, and two part harmonies with Connor singing the leads, and Matt accompanying. Dobro and piano are the only other accents on the recording, leaving the sound spare, with little more than is necessary to deliver the song. A companion EP was released a year later. The lyrics hesitate to dip into the abstract, and instead paint the sound with ordinary images that allow the listener to arrive at something larger on their own.
https://www.facebook.com/ZuniMountainBoys/
9pm- Totally 90's Trivia with Sarah Storm + Anja Keister
Join us for February's Totally 90's Trivia Night at the Way Station with your hosts Sarah Storm and Anja Keister! Bring your friends, create teams, and compete to win awesome themed prizes through your knowledge of 90's news, movies, music, tv, and a special themed round! BONUS - every drink purchased gets you points, so come thirsty! PLUS Special 90's commercial intermissions and special giveaways!
$5 suggested donation
https://www.facebook.com/events/1358909894133916/
TUESDAY 2/14
7:30pm- Sexology on Tap: Sex Ed 101
We're getting back to basics for Valentine's Day. Meet experts in science research and sex education and find out some awkward truths in front of a crowd. We'll put researchers and educators on the spot with YOUR questions about why things work the way the do.
Bring a date! Or come alone and drink away the night with a cocktail. Find out why is feels better to do it alone, or how to use a condom in Swahili- the possibilities are endless!
Have a question already? Miss the anonymous question box from the sex ed you may or may not have had in middle school? Use the Ask Box to submit it in advance and we'll see how quickly we can stump the experts:
https://google/forms/h5oI4agHh3djW32v2
SPEAKERS (CHECK BACK FOR MORE!):
Jacklyn Lacey - Anthropologist, Curatorial Associate, and global sexual health instructor.
Sarah Cocuzzo - Sex seducator and Community Liason for Peer Health Exchange
and your hosts
Alex - Anthropologist and Research Ethnographer for Colombia University Medical Center
Leah - Enthusiastic hobbyist and a believer in hands-on learning :)
https://www.facebook.com/events/504872499636776/
WEDNESDAY 2/15
8pm- Spring Brooks
Genre: Blues, Soul
For fans of: Bob Dylan, Nina Simone, Marc Broussard, Mahalia Jackson
Spring Brooks is a Philly native. She offers Blues/Jazz renditions of cover songs that range from Motown to Grunge Rock. Each song is crafted into a unique arrangement that carries a soulful touch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DwIXUFtWJk
https://soundcloud.com/spring-brooks-113849032
https://www.facebook.com/iamspringbrooks/
9pm- 81ack 8astards
Genre: Hip Hop, Jazz, Rock
For fans of: Funkadelics, D’angelo, Jay Z
81ack 8astards is a Hip Hop, Jazz, Rock band that delivers raw material and subject matter that affects lower class citizens, urban youth and ethnic kids. We speak about the present day slavery in America, as well as the social, political and economic factors that contribute to this. Our music is both entertaining as well as uplifting and empowering.
81ack8astards.bandcamp.com
b81ack8astards.squarespace.com
10pm- Wool Sucker
Genre: Art Rock
For fans of: Nick Cave meets Radiohead
Wool Sucker uses gritty Art Rock and a little bit of performance art to breathe life into their subjects: characters born from folk tales, murderers and ghosts, intimate magics. A weird narrative weaves between songs to place the show in a world tilted slightly off from ours, pushing metaphor toward reality -- or just making your night out a little more surreal.
https://www.facebook.com/woollymusic/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC741w5mkRifHyhNkPjmZ3Nw
https://soundcloud.com/woolsucker
11pm- Blame Mercury
Genre: Alternative Rock
For fans of: PJ Harvey, The Breeders, She Keeps Bees, Heartless Bastards
Rock and Roll emotional catharsis. Four piece rock band. Formed to funnel anger, frustration and sadness through drums and electric guitars. Battling atrophy and arrogance. Transcendence through acknowledgement. Some sad songs too.
blamemercury.bandcamp.com
facebook.com/blamemercurynyc
THURSDAY 2/16
8pm- Hunt for Hunter
Genre: Alt-Folk, Rock
For fans of: Nickel Creek, Mumford and Sons, Arcade Fire, Manchester Orchestra
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