R.I.P. Charles Mackerras
“If I am to be remembered for anything, then it will probably be for Janacek. Nobody needed me to say that Mozart, Haydn and Handel were great composers, even if […]
Monotonix @ 450 Union
As it turns out, the real Mischief and Mayhem was at the Siren Kickoff Party at 450 Union Street in Gowanus last night, where Israeli madmen Monotonix nearly incited a
Jenny Scheinman @ the Village Vanguard
After Squeeze last night, I shot downtown to the Village Vanguard in time to catch a spectral, soaring set by violinist (and Barbes regular) Jenny Scheinman. From the stage,
Squeeze @ Bryant Park
Legendary British band Squeeze played an amazing, free show last night at Bryant Park for a ridiculously intimate audience of about 500 people. The concert was taped for broadcast as
What the Fuck?
So, I know the Village Voice is a family newspaper and all, but this week's cover promoting Saturday's 10th annual Siren Festival left me a bit cold. Taking a
Double Feature
Despite the ever-present threat of rain, the NY Phil opened their annual series of free park concerts last night on the Great Lawn in Central Park. It was actually
Just When I Thought My Saturdays Were Free…
As if The Pool Parties weren't enough, the JellyNYC folks have just announced a new free Saturday series called Rock Yard, located just down the street at Wythe between S. 2nd
Squeeze Playing Bryant Park This Thursday
So, I haven't seen this on any official show listings, but Squeeze is playing a free show this Thursday at Bryant Park, starting at 7pm. It's part of the