L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Jan 31, 2012, 2:49 am
Today we have for you "Deep Sleep" from Danish-African pop singer-songwriter Nabiha. I'm totally digging this song and wondering why I'm just now hearing about this woman?! I apparently need to listen to more pop music. Her debut album Cracks was "re-edited" and released as More Cracks and will b...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Jan 31, 2012, 2:29 am
New York based band Audio Fiction are working on a new record. That's good news folks! The band has launched a Kickstarter project to help the process along. The upcoming self-released record is being produced by their former bassist Darren (Korb). If you haven't see them perform, you're missing...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Jan 6, 2012, 7:27 pm
Hey New York, got plans Monday, January 16? No? Head down to Joe's Pub and catch Herman Dune! The show is at 7:30PM and it'll cost you $15. The following day, January 17, their new EP, Tell Me Something I Don't Know is scheduled to be released via their own Strange Moosic Records. To whet your ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Dec 31, 2011, 12:25 am
Normally at the end of the year, I put together a series of posts “reviewing” records I didn’t get around to mentioning throughout the year. This year, I wanted to change things up a bit. I considered putting together one of those nifty little best of lists. But then, I started thinking... tha...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Dec 7, 2011, 7:50 pm
New York based, Australian duo WAZU will be taking the stage over in Brooklyn at Cameo Gallery on Tuesday, January 10 at 8PM. Swing over and check them out. If you aren’t familiar with the duo, we have for you in our MP3 Grab at the bottom of the post, the first single, “Murder 1” from their...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Dec 4, 2011, 12:06 am
Today we have for you the new video from Lenny Kravitz. Why? 1) We like Lenny. 2) It’s in b&w. 3) It’s a good song. 4) He roams about shirtless in it. What? It’s my corner of the internet world and I can be shallow if I want! At least I refrained from making that the number one reason f...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Dec 3, 2011, 12:01 am
Today we bring you the new video from Amy Gore & Her Valentines. The video is for the song "Drivin' Around" and was produced and directed by Brittin Richter. I'm a huge Gore fan and once again she has delighted me. Check out the video at the bottom of the post. Also, you can purchase the song u...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Dec 2, 2011, 3:37 am
Back in October, we were at Mercury Lounge to watch Hank & Cupcakes heat things up. So, today we have for you a clip from that show. They're performing their cover of "She's Lost Control." Even though the camera audio is a bit dodgy, you can see why they're a must see band; they're infectiously f...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Nov 28, 2011, 3:30 am
Today we have a look at day two of the 2011 Newport Folk Festival. The legendary festival was a great mix of classic and modern folk. On the main stage where we spent most of our time, we got the soulfulness of Amos Lee, had one heck of a party with Miss Wanda Jackson and a musical journey with the...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Nov 25, 2011, 11:30 pm
This summer we once again visited the legendary Newport Folk Festival in scenic Newport, RI. The weather was great, the people were great and the music, of course, was fantastic! For those of you that missed the sold-out festival or perhaps want to re-live it, this is what it looked like! Fort St...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Nov 11, 2011, 4:38 pm
Blackbells: October12 @ Mercury Lounge, New York, NY Last month I went down to Mercury Lounge to catch Brooklyn based band the Blackbells. Their new EP, IxI had been released the previous day so it was time to celebrate it! The audience was lively; they came ready to party. The Blackbells were e...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Nov 8, 2011, 3:18 pm
Memphis rock band The Sheriffs of Nottingham are working to finish their new record, Have Mercy. They launched a Kickstarter project and there are 3 days left for them to reach their goal. If you're not familiar with their music, check out a stream of "Sticks and Stones" from the upcoming record ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 26, 2011, 12:08 am
Jump Into The Gospel: October 12 @ Pianos, New York, NY When last I'd seen Jump Into The Gospel, they were finishing up a residency at Pianos about four months ago. Earlier this month, I was at the same LES venue to see the fellas once again. What do you get when you toss a bunch of adorable skin...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 25, 2011, 12:01 am
Hank & Cupcakes: October 8 @ Mercury Lounge, New York, NY Earlier this month I was down at Mercury Lounge. On the bill that night, New York based duo Hank & Cupcakes. Until now, they were one of those bands that I kept missing. Something always came up when they were playing around town. I must ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 24, 2011, 3:43 pm
Today we have for you, "Don't Think" the latest video from UK band Some Velvet Morning. The single comes out in the UK on October 30. Check out the video below.
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 19, 2011, 5:45 pm
New York, head on down to The Living Room on Friday, October 21 and get your groove on! MyNameIsJohnMichael is coming back. The show is at 11:30PM and it’s FREE! That’s right folks, hot New Orleans flavor for free, what more could you ask for?
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 18, 2011, 11:56 pm
The Broadcast: October 8 @ Mercury Lounge, New York, NY When last I saw The Broadcast perform, it was at Mercury Lounge, they were still New Yorkers and they were rockin' a filled audience with earthy soul based music. Since then, they've left NY for Asheville, NC to do the full-time musician thin...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 16, 2011, 11:40 pm
Robbers On High Street: October 7 @ Mercury Lounge, New York, NY Brooklyn based Robbers On High Street have released their excellent third record, Hey There Golden Hair, which was produced by front-man Ben Trokan with engineer Matt Shane. So, what does a band do when they release a new record? Th...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 9, 2011, 11:21 pm
Mark your calendars, Surprise Attack! Management will be presenting three CMJ showcases. The first will take place at the Studio at Webster Hall on October 18, doors are at 6PM and it'll cost you $10. The second showcase is at Spike Hill on October 20. Doors are at 7PM and it'll cost you $7. The...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 9, 2011, 10:51 pm
Guitar fans, mark your CMJ calendars! If you like things on the guitar rock side of things, the Bang This! CMJ Music Marathon show is the place for you to be. Swing by Bowery Electric on October 19 to catch a rockin' line up. Details are below! TAB THE BAND THE DEAD EXS * THOSE MOCKINGBIRDS LO...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 6, 2011, 2:49 am
Today we have for you the newest video from Florence + The Machine. It’s from the upcoming release Ceremonials which will be released October 31 in the UK and in November here in the US. Check out the video below.
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 5, 2011, 4:49 pm
Cleveland duo Mr. Gnome will be over in Brooklyn TOMORROW, October 6 at Union Pool. The show is at 9PM and it'll cost you $8. Swing by and show them some love. Also, Mr. Gnome will release their third record, Madness In Miniature on October 25. Check out the first single from the record, "Bit of ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 5, 2011, 4:03 pm
New Zealand has announced it's CMJ showcase! It will take place on Tuesday, October 18 at (le) Poisson Rouge. Doors are at 5:45PM and is free with your CMJ badge or RSVP (see details below). The event will feature Princess Chelsea, Pickachunes, Popstrangers, The Golden Awesome, Street Chant, Andr...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Oct 5, 2011, 3:05 pm
New York, Brooklyn's Blackbells are celebrating the release of the new EP IxI which will be released on October 11 and is available for pre-order now. They'll be on the LES at Mercury Lounge on Wednesday, October 12. It's the early show, doors are at 6:45PM. This new collection of songs features ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 30, 2011, 4:47 am
New York, The Broadcast are coming home, for a show at least. They'll be at Mercury Lounge on Saturday, October 8. Doors are at 10:15PM and it will cost you $10. Get your dancing shoes warmed up, you will be shaking your booty! And, if that wasn't enough for you, Hank & Cupcakes are on the bill ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 30, 2011, 4:02 am
New York, head down to Mercury Lounge on Friday, October 7 to catch Robbers On High Street. It's the early show, so, doors are at 7:30PM and it will cost you $10. The show is celebrating the release of their terrific new record Hey There Golden Hair. I know you're going to be there showing them s...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 30, 2011, 3:18 am
... appetite, head down to the bottom of the post and check out "A Prayer For The Planet" in our MP3 Grab. In the last 30 days, the Northeast alone has experienced a ravenous hurricane, an inconceivable earthquake, floods, record shootings and the country just celebrated the 10th anniversary o...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 30, 2011, 2:43 am
New York, Bob Schneider is coming back to town! Schneider will take the stage at City Winery on Tuesday, November 22. Show is at 8PM and it will cost you $18 - $22. Be quick like a bunny, the show is likely to sell out! You should go and show him massive amounts of love. And, to get you nice an...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 17, 2011, 4:01 pm
Today we have for you the latest video from Peggy Sue. The video is for their song "Song & Dance." The single is from their upcoming record, Acrobats which is scheduled to be released on October 25 via Yep Roc Records. Check out the video below. Peggy Sue - Song & Dance from Wichita Recordings o...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 14, 2011, 6:35 pm
Rachael Yamagata has released a video for her song "Even If I Don't." The single which was released yesterday, is from Yamagata's upcoming record, Chesapeake. The album is her first studio album in three years and will be released via her own Frankenfish Records. I'm digging the song. Check out ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 14, 2011, 4:24 pm
New York, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. will be taking the stage in our lovely city. They will be at Bowery Ballroom on Saturday, September 24. Doors are at 8:30PM and will cost you $15. Go, and show them some love. You should also get there early because one of our faves, Jump Into The Gospel, is on t...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 13, 2011, 11:27 am
Today we bring to you "Don't Think," the latest song from UK band Some Velvet Morning. I fell in love with these guys the moment I first heard their album Silence Will Kill You when I happened upon it sometime in 2008. Click the handy widget below and check out "Don't Think" which will be released...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 12, 2011, 11:23 am
New York, head on down to the LES to catch Dexter's Kin. They'll be taking the stage at Arlene's Grocery this Saturday, September 17. They go on at 8PM and it'll cost you $10. They're launching their album, Dexter's Kin, that night which is available now, digitally. Swing by and show them some l...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 8, 2011, 12:55 pm
Today we have for you a new video from Eli Escobar featuring Nomi Ruiz. The video is for the song "Desire" from the Desire EP. In his new music video for "Desire," featuring Nomi Ruiz (of Jessica 6 and Hercules and Love Affair), Eli stays true to his NYC roots and gives a glimpse of the town's nig...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 4, 2011, 12:01 am
The Features have released a video for their song "Content." The song is from their album Wilderness that was released in July. Check it out below and, grab a download of the song using the handy widget at the bottom of the post. Content by The F...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 3, 2011, 2:30 pm
New York, need a little live music to liven up your holiday weekend? Head on down to Mercury Lounge TOMORROW, Sunday, September 4. Fan-Tan will be taking the stage at 8PM. Doors are at 7:30PM and it will cost you $10 advance / $12 dos. And since we all like free stuff, check out the handy...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 1, 2011, 1:59 pm
Hey New York, head on down to the LES on Tuesday, September 9 to catch Ian Axel. He'll be at The Bowery Ballroom. Doors are at 7PM his set is at 9PM and it'll cost you $13 advance / $15 dos. If you're into the piano pop thing, you'll want to catch this show. I think you'll dig his music. ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 1, 2011, 1:55 pm
Tuesday, September 13 marks the day that rap/hip-hop artist Notar releases his debut album, Devil's Playground via Tyrannosaurus Records. Yes, that's the record label founded by the Counting Crows Adam Duritz who, doesn't look very hip-hoppy to me but hey, I probably don't look very rock 'n'...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 1, 2011, 12:44 pm
Friends, music lovers and curious people, lend me your ears! I have goodies, yep, that's right I have some free tuneage for you. Today we have for you The Cinema Twin. It's a project helmed by Zollie Maynard and Jason Chimonides. Head down to the bottom of the post and grab "Red Gtr. (Rob...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Sep 1, 2011, 12:25 pm
We're all looking forward to the upcoming Kasabian album, Velociraptor! which is scheduled to drop here in the US on September 20. To ease the wait some, Kasabian posted a stream of the b-side of their upcoming single "Days Are Forgotten." Check out the stream of "Pistols At Dawn" below.
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 31, 2011, 11:17 pm
New York, The Jim Jones Revue will be taking the stage over in Brooklyn on Saturday, September 10 at the Music Hall of Williamsburg. Doors are at 8PM and it'll cost you $15. The band recently released a new album, Burning Your House Down. It's a raw, blusey, punk record that packs one hell...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 29, 2011, 4:30 pm
Joss Stone has released a video for "Karma." The funky song is from her newest record, LP1. Check it out below.Grammy Award winning singer Joss Stone releases her newest music video for her soulful and funky song "Karma." The video was made during the sessions of the recording of the song i...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 25, 2011, 12:01 am
*Not safe for work* Today's video of the day comes from Clubfeet. The video is for the song "Broken Hearted" and can be seen below. The song is from their album Gold On Gold. I've labeled this not safe for work, but really, no matter how good it is, should you be sitting around lookin...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 24, 2011, 5:52 pm
Today's video is from OK Go and the Muppets! Do I really need to explain why a video with the Muppets in it rates being video of the day? They're the greatest bits of felt and feathers known to man and I loved them as a kid and I still adore them. OK Go are good too! The video is for thei...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 23, 2011, 11:30 pm
Delta Spirit: July 30 @ Newport Folk Festival, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI Last month, I spent the weekend, camera in hand, taking in this years sold-out Newport Folk Festival. Many of the artists performing over the weekend came with a gaggle of diehard followers in tow....
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 19, 2011, 12:11 am
Robbers On High Street continue their residency over in Brooklyn at Brooklyn Bowl, this coming Monday, August 22 and the following Monday, August 29. They go on at 8PM and it'll cost you a mere $5. Catch them now New York because they're heading out West for a string of dates before heading...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 19, 2011, 12:01 am
Hey New York, head on down to the Sidewalk Cafe on Avenue A to catch Christina LaRocca. She goes on at 9PM and it'll cost you nada...that's right folks FREE! Go and show her some love. I caught one of her shows a couple of months ago and the lady is good! Christina LaRocca ...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 19, 2011, 12:01 am
New York, got plans tonight? No? Well, even if you do, you can kick your evening off with music! Annie Fitzgerald will be down on the LES at Rockwood Music Hall TONIGHT, Friday, August 19. She'll be playing Stage 1 at 6PM with her band and there's no cover. So go, have some beverages and...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 19, 2011, 12:01 am
Audio Fiction are back! New York, head on down to Arlene's Grocery on the LES, Friday, September 16 and catch Audio Fiction's first show gig of 2011. They go on at 8:30PM and it'll cost you $10. You know I dig this band so, go to the show, rock out with them and show 'em much love. &...
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L. A. posted an article on Quirky New York Chick - Aug 18, 2011, 12:57 am
Rhode Island band Deer Tick will release their newest release, Divine Providence, on October 25 via Partisan Records. The record was produced by the band along with Adam Landry and Justin Collins. Grab "Miss K." in our MP3 Grab at the bottom of the post to whet your appetite for the upcomin...
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