An impromptu set by 3 very talented musicians at the very hot Stone venue is a good way to get me back into the NYC music scene. Trevor Dunn on bass is best known for playing in Mr. Bungle in the 90’s and Peterson’s drums showed both his relaxed and episodic drumming. The music was very rich, quiet, chaotic, and intense. Exactly what I was looking for.
Choir of the Seminary @ Teatro del Libertador, Córdoba
When I travel I always try to catch local music to better understand the culture I’m visiting. While in Córdoba Argentina I was told about el Cuarteto, a popular form of music native to the city with origins in town dances held by Italian and Spanish immigrants. One guide book stated that it is the worst music known to man. And after experiencing the hyper movement and tropical rhythms at a pub it very well might be….
To compensate I attended a free chorus at the very beautiful Teatro Libertador San Martin. The concert was celebrating the 20th year anniversary of artistic director Hugo de La Vega. It was a beautiful set of songs by old and young voices and lasted for almost 2.5 hours. I left Córdoba by bus 30 minutes later with wonderful melodies playing in my head.
some good videos:
Me voy quedando – Cuchi Leguizamón (Arr. Hugo de la Vega)
Swell Season @ Prospect Park Bandshell
Although their new album ain’t that great, Swell Season playing for free outside in Brooklyn was a must. Glen knows how to command a crowd and tonight was no different. They played all the hits to a perfect night and got lucky to be in the front row. Marta displayed a new short haircut and announced that she moved to New York. For this band that always sells out Radio City to play a free show in my neighborhood was quite a treat. I LOVE NY.
Some videos.
Best Coast | Free Energy @ South Street Seaport
Best Coast sure is buzzzzy these days, but I came to fist pump the air with Free Energy. These guys are just plain fun and played a phrenetic set of 70’s tunes to mostly a crowd that weren’t even born then. They crammed it all in before a torrential rain came in and drenched the pier. Always a great live show.
Silverghost | Jeff the Brotherhood | Obits | Murder City Devils @ Williamsburg Waterfront
Another perfect day at the Williamsburg Waterfront. Spectacular views, great crowd, free stuff, running into old friends, and a whole bunch of bands, all for free. Silverghost was on first and although will never achieve what the Von Bondies were, I’m still clearly not over my crush on Marcie Bolan. Very excited to see Jeff The Brotherhood again as they were one of the highlights at SXSW. Despite Jake battling a fierce illness, they brought the rock. And then the Obits came on and put on a boring set of new songs. They didn’t even play the old songs that are killer, and their other guitarist gets more and more annoying each outing. What was more annoying was Murder City Devils taking forever to take the stage. They looked promising and brought a lot of energy into the crowd, but the music just wasn’t there.
Pictures from the show.
Holly Miranda @ Littlefield
It was hot, humid, and heavy for the live taping of Holly Miranda. Since Jealous Girlfriends I’ve been slowly digging Holly’s solo stuff. Tonight she had some extra musicians to help out her singer-song writer rock blend of music. The final songs including “Pelican Rapids” and a cover by Etta James were the highlights.
Baeble Live Video | Baeble Post