Friday, June 10, 2011
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Brian Wilson / Village Voice interview
You've talked about listening to "Rhapsody in Blue" as a child, and last year you released your album of Gershwin standards. What is it about Gershwin's music that has proven so impactful throughout your life?
Well, his harmonies I like a lot. I learned a lot about music from him.
What specifically in the harmonies is so resonant with you?
His violins.
Your love of Gershwin certainly answers the question from "When I Grow Up (to Be a Man)": "Will I dig the same things that turned me on as a kid?" What else from your childhood do you still love today?
Chuck Berry. Phil Spector.
(more at villagevoice.com)
Tickets for June 11, 12, & 13 are available here.
Friday, June 3, 2011
Gregory Porter / Ny Times
This Sunday he headlines “Jazz Meets Soul,” a concert at the Highline Ballroom, as part of the Blue Note Jazz Festival. Next month he’ll play a smattering of dates in Europe, where he has something of a following. His debut, “Water,” on the Motéma label, was in the running for Best Jazz Vocal Album at this year’s Grammy Awards. (more at nytimes.com)
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Win Duncan Sheik tickets
Next week, Duncan Sheik will release his new album Covers 80s. The album features covers of some of the most memorable 80′s hits from Depeche Mode and Tears For Fears to New Order and the Smiths. Duncan will be playing a special, intimate concert at the Highline Ballroom in New York City on Wednesday June 8th and we want YOU to be there!
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