Tonight: Elliott Murphy (Solo) at The Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2

May 21, 2012

Although Elliot Murphy is originally from Long Island, he moved to France 20 years ago.  Back in the 70s, Elliott played around these parts a good deal.  These days Elliott makes it to New York City once or twice a year to play.

Elliott’s music is straight ahead rock with interesting, literate lyrics.  He’s held in high regard by other musicians, and special guests on his albums have included Bruce Springsteen, Mick Taylor, Billy Joel, Phil Collins, Sonny Landreth, David Johansen, The Violent Femmes, Cindy Bullens and Shawn Colvin.

Although Elliott’s appearance in New York City have been with The Normandy All Stars (his current band), atonight’s show is just Elliott solo.  Given Elliott’s story-telling songs, his dynamic guitar playing and his easy rapport with an audience, this is certainly a show worth your time and attention.

An Evening with Elliott MurphyRockwood Stage 2,196 Allen Street between Houston and Stanton Streets (F Train to 2nd Avenue, use the 1st Avenue exit), 7:30pm, $15


Tonight: KaiserCartel and Julia Haltigan at The Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2

May 18, 2012

Courtney Kasier and Benjamin Cartel are musical partners whose sound as the two-person band KaiserCartel is based on guitar and drums.  But you’ll find many other instruments showing up in Courtney’s hands and Ben switching over from drums to guitar from time to time.   Harmonies anchored by Courtney’s strong vocals define their songs. If you need a label for their music call it acoustic or maybe folk-rock.

This is the last show for this duo for a while. Courtney has accepted a job at Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan to head and create the singer/songwriter program. KaiserCartel has stated that because of that, tonight won’t be like another show.

Stick around after KaiserCartel finish their set and you’ll be greeted by Julia Haltigan playing with her band. Julia sings, plays guitar and leads a large band through Julia’s original material along with a cover or two that draw on rock, r&b, latin rhythms, 40s and 50s pop and more.  I’ve been told that tonight, in addition to the usual guitars, bass, drums, trumpet, mandolin and harmonica, Julia’s band will also include a pedal steel guitar.

Rockwood Music Hall, 196 Allen Street between Houston and Stanton Streets (F Train to 2nd Avenue, use the 1st Avenue exit), KaiserCartel, 8pm, $13; Julia Haltigan, 9pm, No Cover (but a contribution for the band is highly recommended)


Tonight: Second Dan at Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2

May 17, 2012

Second Dan at Rockwood Stage 2

Second Dan been called Oasis without the posturing.  They are a New York City based band, although the Melbourne accent of  lead singer, Dan Rosen, might lead you to conclude otherwise.  Their lead guitarist, Adam Lerner,  is also a photographer.  As for their music, you can call them rock and power pop.

When last we left them in late 2010, they had released a pretty good album, Angeline, with one of my favorite songs for that year, Today, and a couple of creative videos.  Then they took a break.  I, for one, am happy that break is finally over.

Second Dan, Rockwood Stage 2, 196 Allen Street between Houston and Stanton Streets (F Train to 2nd Avenue, use the 1st Avenue exit), 10pm, No Cover (but a contribution for the band is highly encouraged)


Tonight: James Maddock at The Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2

May 12, 2012

Tonight you’ll find James Maddock playing his monthly show at his home base, The Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2.  James is certainly a favorite around here; his shows are not only excellent musically, they are just plain fun.  Joining James will be his band, Oli Rockberger (piano), John Shannon (guitar), Drew Mortali (bass), Aaron Comess (drums) and Leslie Mendelson (vocals and tambourine). Tonight is the last time James will be playing The Rockwood until September. Opening tonight’s show will be Chris Velan.

James Maddock (with Chris Velan opening),  The Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2,196 Allen Street between Houston and Stanton Streets (F Train to 2nd Avenue, use the 1st Avenue exit, but note that F trains from Brooklyn are not stopping at 2nd Ave.), 7pm, $15 (bar stools and standing only, $22 table seats are sold out)


Advance Planning: May 2012 Music Calendar Update (Added 4/28)

April 28, 2012

Here are the first batch of updates to the May calendar.  Biggest surprise this time around is seeing that Second Dan is back playing after a long hiatus.

May 1 – Aaron Lee TasjanRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 2 – The Lascivious BiddiesLIC Bar – 9pm

May 4 - Melody KillsBar Henry – 9pm

May 7 - Adam Levy (solo acoustic) – The Living Room – 6pm

May 7 - Jim Campilongo and Adam LevyThe Living Room – 10pm

May 10 – Jeremiah BirnbaumBar Henry – 8pm

May 10 – Full Vinyl Vol. 5 – Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 11pm

May 15 – Freddie StevensonRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 17 – Jeremiah BirnbaumBar Henry – 8pm

May 17 – Second DanRockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 9pm

May 18 – Julia HaltiganRockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 9pm

May 20 – The Lascivious Biddies -Rockwood Music Hall – 5pm

May 24 – Willie NileJoe’s Pub – 7pm

May 24 – Jeremiah BirnbaumBar Henry – 8pm

May 24 - Melody KillsRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 24 – Sydney WayserJoe’s Pub – 9:30pm

May 30 - Melody KillsLIC Bar – 8pm


Advance Planning: May 2012 Music Calendar

April 26, 2012

Here’s the May music calendar, at least as much of it as I can find right now.  It will be updated during the month; those updates will appear as a new post and will also be included here.

May 1 – Charlene KayeGramercy Theater – 7pm

May 1 – The Brooklyn Scramble Hosted by Alice Bierhorst with Kate Giampetruzzi and Osei EssedFreddy’s Bar – 8pm

Canceled: May 1 – Ethan Eubanks – Rockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 1 – Aaron Lee TasjanRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

Canceled: May 1 – Jeremiah BirnbaumRockwood Music Hall – Midnight

May 2 – Joy AskewRockwood Music Hall – 8pm

May 2 – The Lascivious BiddiesLIC Bar – 9pm

May 3 – Alana Amram and The Rough GemsBar Matchless – 11pm

May 4 – Norah JonesMusic Hall at Snug Harbor Cultural Center – doors – 7pm / show – 8pm

May 4 – Bryan DunnRockwood Music Hall – 7pm

May 4 – Jim BoggiaRockwood Music Hall – 8pm

May 4 - Melody KillsBar Henry – 9pm

May 4 - Chris Cubeta and The Liars ClubThe Living Room – 9:15pm

May 4 – Nick AfricanoThe Living Room – 10:15pm

May 4 - Misty BoyceThe Living Room – 11:15pm

May 6 – Hoboken Arts and Music FestivalDemolition String Band (1:15pm), Freedy Johnston (2pm), The Front Bottoms (3:15pm), The dBs (4:45pm) – Observer Highway Stage (Washington Street and Observer Highway)

May 7 - Adam Levy (solo acoustic) – The Living Room – 6pm

May 7 – Tony Scherr TrioThe Living Room – 9pm

May 7 - Alana Amram and The Rough GemsThe Gutter – show 9pm

May 7 - Jim Campilongo and Adam LevyThe Living Room – 10pm

May 9 – The AmygdaloidsSidewalk Cafe – 7pm

May 9 – Full Vinyl Vol. 5Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 11pm

May 10 – The Losers Lounge Tribute To The Monkees – A Memorial For Davy JonesLe Poisson Rouge – 7pm

May 10 – Jeremiah Birnbaum and friends - ZirZamin – 8pm

Sold Out! May 11 - Norah JonesThe Bell House – doors 8pm /show 9pm Tickets on sale May 8 at 12 noon

May 11 – Adam Bernstein & Leon GruenbaumPete’s Candy Store – 11pm

May 12 – James Maddock, (Chris Velan opens) – Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 7pm

May 14 – Tony Scherr TrioThe Living Room – 9pm

May 14 – Jim Campilongo Electric TrioThe Living Room – 10pm

May 15 – Freddie StevensonRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 15 – Julia Haltigan11th Street Bar - 10pm

May 16 – Michaela Anne,  Alana Amram and The Rough GemsUnion Hall – doors 7:30pm / show 8pm

May 17 – Justin Townes EarleWebster Hall (tickets here) – 7pm

May 17 – Lianne Smith (short set) – Jimmy’s No. 43 – show 8pm

May 17 – Jeremiah Birnbaum and friends - ZirZamin – 8pm

May 17 – Second DanRockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 9pm

May 17 – Chip Taylor and The New UkrainiansHill Country – doors 9pm / show 9:30pm

May 18 – Kaiser CartelRockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 8pm

May 18 – Julia HaltiganRockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 9pm

May 19 - Steve Wynn and The Miracle 3Littlefield – doors 8pm / show 9pm

May 20 – The Lascivious Biddies -Rockwood Music Hall – 5pm

May 21 – An Evening with Elliot Murphy (Solo)Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 7:30pm

May 21 – Bucky HayesRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 21 – Tony Scherr TrioThe Living Room – 9pm

May 21 – Jim Campilongo Electric TrioThe Living Room – 10pm

Update: May 22 – Chuck Prophet and The Mission Express - Joe’s Pub – 7pm and 9:30pm (2 shows, separate admission)

May 22 – Megan ReillyThe Living Room – 9pm

May 22 – Freddie StevensonRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 22 – Julia Haltigan11th Street Bar - 10pm

May 24 – Willie NileJoe’s Pub – 7pm

May 24 – Jeremiah Birnbaum and friends - ZirZamin – 8pm

May 24 - Melody KillsRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 24 – Sydney WayserJoe’s Pub – 9:30pm

Update: May 24 – MancieArlene’s Grocery – 10pm

May 26 – NickCaseyThe Living Room – 10pm

Sold Out! May 27 – A Celebration of Life for Pete Fornatale, Legendary DJ and Music Historian – The Simon and Garfunkel Songbook featuring Aztec Two-Step & Special Guests – City Winery – doors 6pm / show 7pm

Update: May 27 – Field of Stars featuring Candy & Women (Li’l Mo and Drina Seay) - Treehouse at 2A (Upstairs) – 9pm

May 27 – Nick AfricanoRockwood Music Hall – Midnight

May 28 – Tony Scherr TrioThe Living Room – 9pm

May 28 – Jim Campilongo Electric TrioThe Living Room – 10pm

May 29 -Freddie StevensonRockwood Music Hall – 9pm

May 29 – Julia Haltigan11th Street Bar - 10pm

May 30 - Melody KillsLIC Bar – 8pm

May 31 – Michaela AnneRodeo Bar – show 9:30pm

Advance Sale

June 8 – Harper BlynnMercury Lounge – 8pm

June 9 – Kinky FriedmanHighline Ballroom – doors 5:30pm / show 6:30pm

June 15 – The dBsLe Poisson Rouge – doors 6:30pm

June 15 – Laura CantrellJalopy – 10pm

June 16 – Lydia LovelessMercury Lounge – 11pm

June 21 – Steve Wynn and The Miracle 3The Bowery Electric – show 7pm

June 21 -  Marshall CrenshawCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm

June 21 – Eli “Paperboy” Reed with Lily and The Parlour TricksThe Bell House – doors 7:30pm / show 8:30 pm

June 24 – Martha WainwrightCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm

July 5 – Craig Finn and The Baseball Project – CBGB Festival - City Winery – doors 6pm / show 7:30pm

July 25 - Martha WainwrightCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm

July 26 -  Marshall CrenshawCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm

Aug. 9 – BoDeans and Sarah BorgesCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm

Aug. 15 - Martha WainwrightCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm


Music Video: James Maddock – The Weight

April 23, 2012

During his show at The Rockwood Music Hall this past Friday, James Maddock paid tribute to Levon Helm by playing The Weight.  This wonderful version was captured for us by Val Barber and includes James, Leslie Mendelson, Drew Mortali, Willie Nile and the band as a whole (which also includes Freddie Stevenson) taking turns on the verses.  I’ve watched this video several times and it always leaves me smiling.


Advance Planning: April 2012 Music Calendar Update (Added 4/13)

April 13, 2012

Here are some more shows for April as well as a number of shows now on advance sale for May and June.  There’s also one sell out, Graham Parker’s show later this month.

Apr. 18 – Alana AmramThe Way Station – 9pm

Sold Out! Apr. 20 – Graham Parker and The Figgs – City Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm

Apr. 20 – James Maddock (Freddie Stevenson opens) – Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 7:30pm

Apr. 21 – Deni BonetThe Living Room – 9pm

Apr. 23 – Adam Levy and The Mint ImperialsThe Living Room – 8pm

Apr. 26 – Bucky Hayes and The RadioThe Rock Shop – 8pm

Apr. 27 – Julia Haltigan Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 11pm

Advance Sale

May 12 – James Maddock, (Chris Velan opens) – Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 7pm

May 16 – Michaela Anne,  Alana Amram and The Rough GemsUnion Hall – doors 7:30pm / show 8pm

May 18 – Kaiser CartelRockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 8pm

May 21 – An Evening with Elliot Murphy (Solo)Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 7:30pm

June 21 -  Marshall CrenshawCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm

June 21 – Eli “Paperboy” Reed with Lily and The Parlour TricksThe Bell House – doors 7:30pm / show 8:30 pm

July 26 -  Marshall CrenshawCity Winery – doors 6pm / show 8pm


Advance Planning: April 2012 Music Calendar Update (Added 4/11)

April 11, 2012

Here are the details for the upcoming Full Vinyl Show at The Rockwood:

Apr. 16 – Full Vinyl Vol. 4: Yacht Rock (Kenny Loggins, Michael MacDonald, Hall and Oates, Toto, Fleetwood Mac, The Carpenters, Steely Dan, Carpenters, etc). Featuring Tony Maceli, Greg Mayo, Zach Jones, Pat Firth, Dan Tirer, Martin Rivas, Josh Dion, Brian Collazo, Misty Boyce, Casey Shea, Deena Goodman, Michelle Casillas, Charlene Kaye, Emily Long, Julia Haltigan, Mike Chiavaro, Ben Zwerin, Oscar Bautista, Rob Jost, Rob DiPietro, Tony Scherr, Matt Basile, Dave Pittenger, Tom Welsch, Kirk Schoenherr, Andrea Longato, Steve Dawson, Mark Marshall, Scott Chasolen, Jamie Alegre, Tommy Diehl, Seth Faulk, Kenny Shaw, Spencer Cohen, Tommy Diehl, Paul Amorese, Ryan Vaughn, and more – Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 – 11:30pm

 


Tonight: A Lower East Side Doubleheader With Elizabeth and The Catapult and Spottiswoode and His Enemies

April 7, 2012

There are two show in a row tonight on the Lower East Side which make a nice double bill.  First up at The Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 at 9:30 is the keyboard based pop from Elizabeth Ziman and her band, Elizabeth and The Catapult.

Then walk the three short blocks from The Rockwood to  The Living Room, on Ludlow Street, where Spottiswoode and His Enemies will play the third night of a four night residency (which is spread over several weeks).  There will be two sets tonight, the first one, at 11pm, will have a cover charge of $10.  The second at Midnight will be be a no cover set (but will probably include a tip jar to contribute to the band).  The theme of tonight’s set is “Gospel.” I’m not entirely sure how this will play out, but given all the holidays over this weekend, it seems quite appropriate.

Elizabeth and The Catapult, Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2, 196 Allen Street between Houston and Stanton Streets (F Train to 2nd Avenue, use the 1st Avenue exit), 9:30pm, $10

Spottiswoode and His Enemies, The Living Room, 154 Ludlow Street between Stanton and Rivington Streets (F Train to 2nd Avenue, use the 1st Avenue exit), 11pm, $10 and Midnight, No Cover (but a contribution for the musicians strongly encouraged)


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