On November 6th, Sharkeys Bar and Grill in Liverpool hosted Gemini Syndrome on their tour with support from Otvtlier and Pushing Veronica, there was supposed to be another band called Them Damn Kings but unfortunately they had to back out. If you’ve never been to Sharkey’s, it’s a unique venue as the stage is separate from the bar and restaurant, which thrives in the summertime but the owner has adapted it to be used year round.
The opening act, Pushing Veronica started off the night with lots of energy and got the crowd moving. Ovtlier was the next band up and took the show up a notch with their performance, and stage presence; they are a truly unique band with a hybrid sound, also, a couple of the members are native to the state.
gemini syndromeOvtlier
After having thrilling performances from the other acts, it was time for Gemini Syndrome to take the stage. Gemini Syndrome was formed back in 2010 in Los Angeles, California and has toured with Fiver Finger Death Punch, In This Moment, Avatar, and many more. Just like the other bands, Gemini Syndrome has a unique sound. After the show, they stuck around greeting fans and signing things.
Even though the night was cold, you didn’t feel it between the heat from the heaters, and heat that the bands brought. Would definitely would check out Sharkeys Bar and Grill to see their upcoming lineup of shows.
If you dig the lush cinematic pop of Lana Del Ray but wish it came with more heartbreaking lyricism and some heavy R&B vocal chops to deliver it all, you should check out the music of 22-year-old Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Cate Hamilton.
Photo by Justin Truglio
The St. Louis native has two soulful EPs to under her belt, Angel Baby (2017) and Five Shots in the Chamber (2019), as well as a new single – the dreamy, throaty, trip hop-flavored ballad, “Traces.” Cate also has a new all-girl backing band which she unveiled in a tight, six-song set November 11th at East Berlin on Avenue A, her first live foray since the COVID-19 quarantine commenced.
Cate’s sound is dense, sensual, soulful, jazzy and even little electronically experimental. It is inspired by a host of classic R&B icons and their modern descendants like Iranian/Swedish singer-songwriter Snoh Aalegra, a Hamilton favorite. In her studio offerings, Cate’s rich lead vocals are front and center, often complemented by her stacked, spiraling and sophisticated harmonies.
Photo by Justin Truglio
Hamilton’s new three-girl band did a wonderful job recreating the symphonic grooves and vocal harmonies Cate marshals in the studio. The band included Mia Madden on keys and vocals, Chloe Seltzer on drum pads and vocals and Bettinacakes on bass. Hamilton handled the lead vocals, on-stage cheerleading/banter and rhythm guitar.
Cate Hamilton and band kicked off the evening with two strong singles from her discography, “Traces” and “Universe.” The latter is a bouncy offering from her debut EP, with a killer chorus and a cool acapella outro. The highlight of the evening was “12 Bar Blues.” This is a new and as of yet unrecorded bluesy lyrical bitchfest propelled by a walking bass and gorgeous three-part harmony. Cate and crew ended their set with two smart covers: Snoh Aalegra’s “Fool for You” and Canadian electronic/jazz hip-hoppers’ BADBADNOTGOOD’s “In Your Eyes.”
Two standout studio tracks not performed that evening but deserving of some serious airplay and acclaim are the James Bond theme like “Sick and Tired” and “Exist.” The former can stand up nexty to Adele and Billie Eilish’s recent cinematic spy offerings, while the latter is a slow groove with minimalist accompaniment, one that really demonstrates this young singer’s superior vocal chops and range.
As New York Marathoners raced down Bedford Avenue, runners may have heard the buzz stirring at Brooklyn Bowl a few blocks away. Just days after shocking news that eight out of ten Turkuaz members departed the band, five of them took to the familiar stage in Williamsburg as Brother Maker.
Dodongo
Bowlers packed the edges of an excited crowd as NYC-based band Dodongo took to the stage. The six-piece funk/rock band launched into their five song, hour-long set with two debuts, including a twangy, “Change My Mind,” and a progressive-rock, “Sweet Biter.” Dodongo’s third song was a shoutout to the venue as guitarist Dean Hicks joked that the owners had forced the band (to their dismay) to perform the funk song, “Brooklyn Bowl Theme.” To finish out the set, Dodongo brought the funky crowd favorite, “Sneakin’ Sally Through the Alley,” sandwiched between high-energy jams in their song, “Chase Sequence.”
Dodongo Setlist: Change My Mind*, Sweet Biter*, Brooklyn Bowl Theme*, Chase Sequence -> Sneakin’ Sally Through The Alley *% -> Chase Sequence
* debut % cover, Robert Palmer
Craig Brodhead of Brother Maker with special guest Brittany Beckett
Hailing from New Orleans, Deltaphonic’s return to Brooklyn Bowl two years since their first performance there marks a notable transformation for the group. During the pandemic, Deltaphonic grew from a three piece band to five piece with the addition of Elmo Price on bass and Logan Sellers, which has given the band a more versatile and classic sound, and allowed them to blend more genres and styles. Deltaphonic’s set at Brooklyn Bowl showcased a mix of some of their best new and old material with special focus on some of their newer, unreleased soul songs including, “Angels,” and, “Casablanca.” Deltaphonic hopes to return to NYC in the spring of 2022 to promote their upcoming full album.
Brother Maker, an amalgamation of now-former Turkuaz members, including Craig Brodhead (guitar), Michelangelo Carubba (drums), Chris Brouwers (trumpet, keys), Greg Sanderson (tenor sax), and Taylor Shell (bass), made their debut. As Brodhead noted, with Shell taking a break in San Francisco, West End Blend’s Paulie Phillipone (keyboards, synth bass) filled in for Taylor.
Brooklyn debut of Brother Maker this Sunday at @brooklynbowl joining Deltaphonic and Dodongo. Taylor Shell – our brother – is home in SF getting much needed rest. He IS the bass player of the band, but in the meantime, our homie Paulie Philippone from West End Blend is gonna party with us on stage at the bowl. We will also be featuring some other fantastic special guests. Never miss a Sunday show!
Craig Brodhead, Facebook post
Brother Maker hit the stage with a bluesy funk sound that had the crowd immediately dancing. They played a set full of jazzy funk and psychedelic interludes, playing an instrumental mix of originals and covers before inviting Brittany Beckett on stage to sing Black Sabbath’s, “Sweet Leaf.”
To close out the show, Brother Maker invited Sammi Garett (vocals, also formerly of Turkuaz) and Paul Provesty (guitar, Deltaphonic) on stage to rock the house with a cover of “Magic Man,” by Heart.
Electro-pop duo Sylvan Esso brought their “Shaking Out The Numb” tour to Burlington for two nights. They played two sold-out nights at Higher Ground on November 8th and 9th.
The brainchild of Amelia Meath and Nick Sanborn, Sylvan Esso is “built on conversation.” The marriage between Meath’s charismatic, inflected vocals and Sanborn’s creative production is euphoric at its best. Crowd excitement was palpable as bodies pressed up eagerly against the barrier.
Sylvan Esso. Photo by Hattie Lindert.
Canadian-Colombian singer Lido Pimienta opened for Sylvan Esso. She won the Polaris Prize for her 2016 album “La Papessa,” and released her most recent project “Miss Colombia” in 2020, to widespread acclaim.
“Watching her every night is so inspiring,” Sanborn said of Pimienta to the crowd.
Lido Pimienta. Photo by Hattie Lindert.
Bells were the first sounds heard in Pimienta’s set, ringing from percussionist Brandon Valdivia’s ankles as he walked onstage. The Nicaraguan-Canadian producer, and Pimienta’s partner, performs under the name Mas Aya. Her use of live percussion emphasized that rhythm is at the heart of Pimienta’s music and mission.
Pimienta dominated the stage with her mesmerizing blend of punk, electronic, and Colombian cumbia music. Chatting cheerily with the audience, often to the point of TMI, Pimienta’s warm stage presence stood out as much as her hypnotizing voice. Stomping, twerking, and prancing in a voluminous white cotton dress, Pimienta made herself impossible to look away from. A natural and candid storyteller, she discussed postpartum depression, lovers who fail you, and a woman’s choice– heavy topics she approaches with grace and humor.
Lido Pimienta. Photo by Hattie Lindert.
“That’s why I sing in Spanish,” she joked with the crowd.
Pimienta’s musical project hinges on combining indigenous tradition, political activism, and experimental music techniques from around the world. Pimienta frequently works with Canadian artist-activists Tanya Taqaq and the Halluci Nation. Employing Taqaq’s shocking throat-singing technique on Miss Colombia track “No Pude,” Pimienta sounded like a whole new artist. When she closed with the triumphant “Eso Que Tu Haces,” Pimienta’s stunning set felt all too short.
Amelia Meath of Sylvan Esso. Photo by Hattie Lindert.
Before taking the stage, Sylvan Esso got a healthy cloud of smoke going, enveloping the venue. Entering to song “Runaway,” Meath in a dramatic fringed purple jacket, the crowd went wild from the barrier to the bar. Higher Ground felt more crowded than it has in a while.
Sylvan Esso performed a crowd-pleasing selection from their last few albums, focusing on hits. An intense strobe setup elevated each song, colors changing and bulbs flashing as Meath made the stage her own. After old fan favorite “Dress,” Meath shouted out fans who attended both nights, and a very special crowd member: Meath’s mom.
Sylvan Esso. Photo by Hattie Lindert.
Sylvan Esso proved at the show that their music is about far more than just a melody. Their attention to movement, light work, and crowd engagement made their performance an immersive, fun experience all about dancing. After a long year of isolation, Meath and Sanborn consistently reminded Higher Ground how much fun they were having. Though Meath mainly ran the crowd work while Sanborn’s focus remains locked on his setup, the bounce of his long hair betrays his fun. On the whipping, popping synth breakdown to Esso’s most recent single “Numb,” Sanborn was all but jumping up and down.
Closing with the classic hit “Radio,” Sylvan Esso left Burlington with a sweet, sparkling taste in their mouths. Watching waving hands illuminated by Esso’s lights, and people of all ages moving their bodies, brought on a wave of gratitude. After all, Esso chose to be with us as well. The duo shared they had added the two Burlington dates in place of scheduled days off. At least for the crowd, “shaking out the numb” together felt like the perfect relaxation activity.
Amelia Meath of Sylvan Esso. Photo by Hattie Lindert.
Sylvan Esso will continue their East Coast tour this month, with upcoming dates at New York City’s Terminal 5 November 15th and 16th.
On Sunday, November 7, ONCO Fermentations in Tully, New York hosted a benefit of music and activities to celebrate the dedication of a new town road, “Hazel’s Way,” in support of Hazels Hope Foundation. This brand new town of Tully street located off Meetinghouse road across from ONCO was named “Hazel’s Way” in honor of thirteen year old Cazenovian Hazel Shaw, who passed in April from a rare ninth chromosome disorder.
The event raised over $3000 for Hazel’s Hope & families of children with special needs. A fashion with compassion idea that keeps on growing.
Hazel knew how to walk but wasn’t able to tell her body how to do it and she knew what she wanted to say but the words didn’t always come out. From her wheelchair and communication device Hazel’s love for art flourished during her days.
Her finger paintings inspired her Aunt Debby Martin to incorporate Hazel’s art work into scarves. Debbie Martin fashions added the Hazel & Friends line to her collection in 2014. It utilizes the designs of children with disabilities on scarves to raise funds to build playgrounds and support genetic research towards “Hazel’s Hope.”
Hazel & Friends scarf
Hazel enjoyed her life by spending time with her sisters Pearl & Mabel, enjoying dance parties, musicals, and fireworks. The seasonably sunny Sunday had all the elements Hazel loved. Her smiling spirit could be felt shining on all those enjoying the benefit. No fireworks but local Labrador Mountain hang gliders could be seen in the skies above ONCO throughout the day.
Syracuse musician Joe Altier performed a few moving songs for the ceremony on his piano. It helped launch the full crowd into the day’s festivities.
Central New York rockers Jess Novak and Cait Devin performed a special acoustic matinee set from 4 PM till 6 PM. Some tiny dancers in the crowd also helped on their tambourines. Jess Novak joined on violin during Cait Devins’ acoustic set for a jam on the Allman Brothers Band classic “Whipping Post,” Cait definitely helped put her own vibe on this legendary song.
Jess Novak tapped her foot tambourine along with the the tiny dancers in the crowd for a cover of Tedeschi Trucks Band soul refresher “Anyhow.” Jess put her own spin after looping the guitar rhythm for a Larry Campbell-like fiddle solo on the violin before ending the tune. The duo really channeled these southern artists’ sound and their own material in the Southern Tier on Sunday.
On Sunday, November 28, Jess Novak and her band will hop down Route 20 through the tier to Meires Creek in Cazenovia for their new Thousand Lives album release party. The Jess Novak Band continues the tour in support of the album as they return to ONCO Fermentations on December 4.
ONCO will also be bringing local talent Biggs & Young on Friday November 12 and a special Thanksgiving Eve party with The Shylocks. After the holiday, The Vectors are set to rock on November 26.
ONCO is one of Central New York’s best new music venues, offering live music weekly in its “cozy warehouse-style” tasting room or outside in the beer garden when seasonally allowed. A new 3400 square foot Back Space area is under construction for hosting larger groups and music acts. It currently serves as a raw but inviting overflow space and features indoor games such as cornhole and foosball while under construction.
ONCO offers a rotating taplist of 12 house brewed beers along with NYS wine and hard ciders. Starting November 4 and running all Fall and Winter ONCO is partnering with Spinner Culinary LLC and Naan Ya’ Business food truck to pair simple exciting food to your ONCO cold beverage tasting experience.
ONCO is just off I-81 twenty five minutes south of Syracuse and just 18 minutes north of Cortland. Arrive by car, bicycle, or snowmobile (ONCO is a Tully Trailblazer’s trail head). Just minutes from Song Mountain, Labrador Hollow, and other outdoor activities, ONCO is a welcome addition to Southern Onondaga County, offering a relaxed vibe to go with great music, food, and of course, beer. #Tullyrocks
It was a night full of incredible music at The Rapids Theatre in Niagara Falls on November 9th as Daughtry, Sevendust, Tremonti and Travis Bracht rocked the stage for the Dearly Beloved tour.
Daughtry tearing it up at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
The first performance of the night was brought by Travis Bracht with a voice that could pierce right through your heart.
Following him was the band Tremonti. Their drummer was ill so the audience got to see a totally different side of the band as they performed a totally acoustic set for the first time ever.
Tremonti at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
The rock show took off with Sevendust, and who has been around since about ’94 and they are still amazing. Their fans knew every single word to every single song.
Daughtry, lead by American Idol Season 5 contestant Chris Daughtry, nailed their set. Daughtry’s voice is as smooth as ever, plus, his talent and charisma are tough to match, yet the rest of the band was right at his level.
It was a night filled with refreshing, post-grunge rock that was just what this crowd needed.
Daughtry Setlist: Desperation, World on Fire, Changes Are Coming, No Surprise, Dearly Beloved, Evil, Home, Waiting for Superman, Break Into My Heart, It’s Not Over, Heavy Is the Crown, The Victim, Lioness, September, Over you, Asylum
Chris Daughtry at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Daughtry at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Chris Daughtry at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Chris Daughtry at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Sevendust at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
John Connolly of Sevendust at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Clint Lowery and Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Mark Tremonti of Tremonti at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Tremonti at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Eric Friedman of Tremonti at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Travis Bracht at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
Travis Bracht at The Rapids Theatre. Photo by Samantha Rychlicki
This fall, Ana Popovic celebrates 20 years on the road. The Serbian blues artist from Belgrade went from a careeer as a graphic designer to a world touring musician. Having just played Homer Center for the Arts on Sunday October 24, much like Eric Gales the week prior, she paid homage to the Jimi Hendrix “electric church” style energy of the Center.
And filled with energy she did, having been a performer and on the board of the Experience Hendrix European tour for the past 6 years.
Photo by Michael Roud
Needless to say, there is an immediate vibe when artists channel these blues sounds inside the 150 year old Baptist church turned music venue, especially on a Sunday. The band came in hot to Homer after a sold out two night run at Buffalo’s Tralf Music Hall. They call me the voodoo woman and I know the reason why…
Ana Popovic Band Homer Center for the Arts 10/24/21
Popovic’s band includes the brass section of Evan Knight on Saxophone and Pete Clagget on trumpet, plus Buthel Burns holding down backing vocals and bass. Special guest drummer for this tour was Christopher R Coleman of Beck’s band, who has been playing drums since he was 2 years old, sitting on his uncle’s knee in church. He traveled with his father and uncles who performed together in a gospel ensemble.
Coleman told NYS Music he felt right at home behind his kit at The Homer Center for the Arts. The two piece horn section & keyboards supplied the fuel to the bands groove on stage. The brass even made their way down the Homer Center aisles to join the crowd as part of the encore tune “Tribe.”
“Ana’s Shuffle” opened the performance, and the group plugged into the electric church spirits immediately for a cover of “Can’t You See What You’re Doing to Me?,” by legendary blues man Albert King. All musicians on stage were of high quality caliber, each carefully listening and letting everyone breathe properly during their solos. Chris Coleman had a full three minute drum crescendo blast off to the second floor.
Ana Popovic and company paid homage to The Rolling Stones, currently on a national tour of America. Ana stepped out front like Mick Jagger for a cover of “Rain Fall Down” off their Bigger Bang album. Chris Coleman really showed why he backs Beck, one of the funkiest front men currently on tour like Jagger.
Rolling Stones Cover
To keep the evening’s funk alive, they launched into Steely Dan’s “Night by Night.” The song title’s iconic lyrics mirrored off the stage: “Well I don’t really care, If it’s wrong or if it’s right, But until my ship comes in, I’ll live night by night.” Sunday night at the Center heated up during the 16-song set that had certain cuts off Ana’s 10 original studio albums.
Steely Dan Cover
“Lasting Kind of Love” and “I Like It on Top” from her 2018 album really set a fire to the setlist. Burns held down the bottom end on bass and soul backing vocals. Legendary producer Keb’ Mo’s funk driven influence was a stand out on these originals tracks live in concert. Ana jives on the tune “I like it on top every day of the week…I like it on top walking down the street.“
Photo by Out Loud Pictures
The band came full circle with the crowd by sending the brass to tune them up during the encore, a New Orleans style horn march back to the stage “When the Saints Go Marching In.” Popovic closed the night with a howling steel slide solo that sent the masses out wanting to change the world. ‘Funky Love’ is this band’s message, loud and clear. Following the show, Ana told NYS music as she enjoyed a glass of red wine after the gig “Yea the energy in here was incredible.” Watch the soulful finale in Homer below.
Ana Popovic – Center for the Arts, Homer, NY – Sunday, October 24, 2021
Setlist: Homer New York Intro Jam–>Anas Shuffle. Can you Stand the Heat, Object of Obsession, I’m Gonna Love You Tonight, Train, New Coat of Paint*, Can’t You See what You’re Doing To Me**, Rain Fell Down***, Last Thing I Do, Fencewalk****, Brand New Man, I Like It on Top, Lasting Kind of Love, You Can Count Me In Encore: Tribe
*Albert King Cover **Tom Waits Cover ***Rolling Stones Cover ***Steely Dan Cover ****Mandrill Cover
Hot off the heels of attending the 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, where he paid tribute to Charley Patton, Gary Clark Jr. headed back out on the road with a stop at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY on Wednesday, November 3.
Gary Clark Jr.
On night two of a three-night stand, Clark took the crowd on a musical journey traversing a soundscape from sojourns of simplicity through to explosions of sound. To support this pilgrimage, Gary enlisted King Zapata on guitar, Jon Deas on keyboards, Elijah Ford on bass, and J.J. Johnson on drums. Their prowess provided the infrastructure for Clark to explore the musical expanse.
The show opened with the potent “Bright Lights.” Clark is not afraid to update arrangements as “Fellin’ Like a Million” shifted to a beat-based groove while the falsettos in “I Walk Alone” articulated the emotional distress of the piece.
Gary Clark Jr.
Throughout the night the tall Texan would step forward and affix himself to a spot on the stage enabling the power and fury of his playing to radiate out to those in attendance. A well calibrated light show helped fine-tune the aura surrounding the stage which added an exponential element to the show.
Opening duties were delegated to hip hop rappers Blackillac. The duo, who had been taken under Clark’s wing years back, shared what they called “their version of the blues.” From the first beats you could sense the Austin musicians influence bestowed upon them. Moving from established tunes to freestyle and back, Blackillac achieved their goal to prepare everyone for the headliner.
Blackillac
To close out the two-hour show, Gary strapped on a Flying V guitar and launched into “Pearl Cadillac.” A lone spotlight illuminated the man and his guitar as the distinctive notes from the song extended to the rafters. Standing tall and proud, Clark thanked everyone and sent them off into the night as he faded into the darkness at the back of the stage.
Indie music fans gathered in Brooklyn Steel Monday, November 1st, for a sold-out show featuring co-headliners Beach Fossils and Wild Nothing with support from Hannah Jadagu.
Beach Fossils at Brooklyn Steel, Photographed by David Reichmann
New York City local Hannah Jadagu opened up the show with a number of her top tracks, including Think Too Much, Bleep Bloop, and he latest track release, “All My Time Is Wasted.” Having been signed to Sub Pop at 18, Hannah has already amassed more than 100,000 followers on Spotify and only continues to grow. During her set she took the time to thank Beach Fossils and Wild Nothing for bringing her along on the tour, and noted bittersweetly that this was her final show with them. You can listen to her music here.
Hannah Jadagu at Brooklyn Steel, Photographed by David Reichmann
Wild Nothing took the stage next, bringing an upbeat atmosphere and their signature synthwave indie-pop sound. Having last played Brooklyn Steel in 2019 to record their live album, Live From Brooklyn Steel, frontman Jack Tatum mentioned how special this venue is to him, thanking the crowd for coming out. The crowd danced and swayed throughout their set, and the setlist included some of their biggest hits, like Partners In Motion, Paradise, and Shadow (which closed out their set). You can listen to their catalog here.
Wild Nothing at Brooklyn Steel, Photographed by David Reichmann
Local Brooklyn legends Beach Fossils entered to an already-fired-up crowd, with Van Halen’s “Jump” playing over the speakers as they walked onstage. They wasted no time jumping into their extended 16-song setlist, playing numerous fan favorites from throughout their catalog. They opened with “This Year,” followed by their hit single “Sugar.” Some notable tracks include “Down The Line” (their most-streamed song to date, with nearly 2.4 million views on Youtube), “What A Pleasure,” “Sleep Apnea,” “Out In The Way” (performed with Wild Nothing), and “Daydream” as the closer.
Beach Fossils at Brooklyn Steel, Photographed by David Reichmann
Beach Fossils have a new record coming out, “The Other Side of Life: Piano Ballads,” which you can pre-order on vinyl here and listen to here when it releases on November 19th.
The Flaming Lips returned to Brooklyn last night for the first of two shows at Bushwick’s Brooklyn Steel. Only the second stop on a world tour, the band returns to the live stage following the pandemic with dates across the US, Canada and the UK into next summer. Special guest and Flaming Lips collaborator Particle Kid provided opening support, featuring a guest appearance by Sean Ono Lennon.
The Flaming Lips at Brooklyn Steel, 11/8/21. Photo by Buscar Photo
The tragedy of the Astroworld festival last week has not only shocked so many people, but has also changed the mindset of performers and venues alike. Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne began the show with a long speech on the topic, urging fans to look out for everyone around them, promising that they would stop the show in the event someone needed help. He addressed the desire of so many to let their emotions run loose at shows, and he reminded us all that we can still “go crazy” in a good and positive way. This motif continued through the show, with breaks between songs and bright house lights to make sure everyone was safe.
The Flaming Lips at Brooklyn Steel, 11/8/21. Photo by Buscar Photo
The Flaming Lips released their debut record Here It Is in 1986, and have cultivated an extensive discography ever since. Back in 2020, the band released their sixteenth studio album, American Head via Warner Records. For Record Store Day 2021, the band released The Soft Bulletin Companion on vinyl for the first time ever. The rare recordings are B-sides and early mixes that accompany the band’s early breakthrough record The Soft Bulletin.
The Flaming Lips at Brooklyn Steel, 11/8/21. Photo by Buscar Photo
One surprise nugget for the evening was the live debut of deep cut “Assassination of the Sun” off the band’s 2003 EP Ego Tripping At The Gates Of Hell. Afterwards, Wayne addressed the crowd, telling them about his ecstasy seeing a room full of fans enjoy a song they’ve never heard played live. Other essential tracks played included the epic “Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots, Pt. 1,” “Do You Realize??,” and “She Don’t Use Jelly.”
The Flaming Lips at Brooklyn Steel, 11/8/21. Photo by Buscar Photo
The tour continues with another show tonight at Brooklyn Steel, plus two more New York shows. They’ll be playing on November 12th in Syracuse at Crouse-Hinds Concert Theater, and then in Albany on November 13th at The Palace Theatre. Check out the full run of dates on Song Kick and see our Brooklyn Steel night 1 photo gallery below. Wayne Coyne also has his own cannabis brand, Love Yer Brain, available now.
