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Caught the newest John Zorn project last night at National Sawdust. It's called Flatlands, the band is Matt Hollenberg on guitar, Simon Hanes on bass, and Ches Smith on drums, and it's probably the most exciting new Zorn music in many years (which is saying something!). Blistering combo of metal, funk, and that Zorn/Dreamers sound. Absolute incendiary set. I don't even know if they played more than 40 minutes, but it was such an overwhelming set, it felt like 6 hours worth of ideas and music.
Hopefully they play more soon and on the reg.
Whoa!
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Killer threefer last night, each show was top-tier.
First: earlier in the week caught wind of a free Hiss Golden Messenger album release show happening at one of my favorite rooms in Brooklyn, thankfully early enough to RSVP and conveniently working from home that day so got there in time for a great spot.
Wasn't sure what to expect, could've been solo or just a few songs, but this was just an absolute monster set at Skinny Dennis. New songs, some jams, a very cool cover of Dixie Chicken sandwiched in one, special guest (the fab Stephanie Coleman on fiddle). MC was in high spirits, the band sounded so good. Can't say enough about this one, so glad I made it.
#nycfreaks #livemusic #brooklyn #williamsburg #hissgoldenmessenger
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Alright, I've now hit this Tuesday gig 6 times this year and I've seen enough to say it's maybe the best thing going in NYC livemusic right now. Just hasn't been anything short of remarkable. And I'm discovering a lot of great new local talent. Two weeks ago this dude Mike Robinson on pedal steel was a revelation, the improv melodic and ambient. Last night, Ryan Weiner on guitar and it was some serious thick-necked jamprov.
Highest recommendation.
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Last night: exactly twenty years and a day since I last saw them, caught American Analog Set and twas like they never left. Great set last night of entrancing indie rock, steady rhythms and dreamy instrumentation. Always loved their use of vibraphone, and to experience it again last night... They were definitely ahead of their time. And also time goes fast! A good one at Pioneer Works.
Side note: show was billed as an "immersive experience" which was... Not the case. Still great!
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Then: late set at Jazz Gallery with Caroline Davis and her aptly-named Portals band. Too much talent in this town. This one did my brain good.
#nycfreaks #livemusic #nyc #jazz #jazzgallery #carolinedavis