R.I.P. Bruar Falls
Sad news out of Williamsburg that Bruar Falls, sister venue to Cake Shop and one of NYC's key incubators of indie rock, will be closing it's doors on Nov. 1 after
Around the Corner Radiohead
For all those who couldn't get into Roseland these past two nights, there's a rumor floating around that Radiohead is playing an acoustic set this afternoon at Zucotti Park this
Tuesday Regulars
For the past 8 years, two acts have steadily held court at Barbes on Tuesday nights, making the corner of 6th Ave and 9th Street home to one of the
Steeltown Symphony
Speaking of Pittsburgh, I couldn't very well leave town this weekend without paying a visit to the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, which I've seen on numerous previous occasions, both here and in
Pittsburgh Roots
I paid a visit to my friend Tom in Pittsbugh this weekend, primarily to watch a little football game on Saturday. But Tom, being the well-connected musician that he is,
Wilco @ Rumsey Playfield
A big, heartfelt show last night from Jeff, John, Nels, Glenn, Pat and Mikael. We lucked out with the weather, but if you're going tonight, bring your poncho! More pics
Brooklyn Honkytonk
Union Hall was turned into something of a roadhouse last night, courtesy of two of the leaders of the Brooklyn country music revival. Sean Kershaw and the New Jack Ramblers
Bands and Circuses
For as long as I can remember, there's been a strong connection between indie rock and the circus. First, there was the Siren Festival, located out in Coney Island next
Raising the Bar
For those who haven't heard, local jazz stalwart WBGO is in the middle of their fall fundraiser, where they hope to raise enough money to pay for a new transmitter