Brooklyn-based alternative-rock band The Amatory Murder has announced the release of their latest single “Crazy in a Coffin (On a Saturday Night).” The single releases ahead of their “Dreamers & Screamers Tour” which helps raise money for Hurricane Helene relief.
“Crazy in a Coffin (On a Saturday Night)” which releases on October 10 is an upbeat, Halloween-inspired groove with jazz roots and will be available on all streaming platforms. The tour sees a total of six confirmed dates beginning in Marlinton, West Virginia on October 24 and wrapping up in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on November 16. Along the way, the tour plans to stop at Area 140 First Bar in NYC on November 1. Shows on October 28 and November 17 are to be determined.
The band is heavy alternative but also employs textures of grunge, punk, pop and metal. Joining The Amatory Murder on their tour for select dates are special guests Sins of Eden, Vicki’s Dream, and Hand of the Tribe. The tour’s main theme is to help raise money and awareness of the devastation and loss caused by Hurricane Helene. The band plans to gain enough traction to supply each affected venue with the tools they need to leverage their businesses. The Amatory Murder has created a GoFundMe to raise funds for the residents and businesses ravaged by Hurricane Helene along our tour route.
The Amatory Murder “Dreamers & Screamers Tour” Dates:
Oct 24 – Marlinton, WV – Discovery Junction
Oct 25 – Duluth, GA – Sweetwater Bar & Grill
Oct 26 – Knoxville, TN – Scruffy City
Oct 27 – Asheville, NC – 27 Club
Oct 28 – TBD – TBD
Nov 1 – New York, NY – Area 140 First Bar
Nov 16 – Harrisburg, PA – JB Lovedraft’s MicroPub
Nov 17 – TBD – TBD
Buying tickets means donating to the cause – Hurricane Helene relief. Don’t wait, jump on it now. For more information on the upcoming “Dreamers & Screamers Tour” and to purchase tickets click here. To hear some of The Amatory Murder’s music including their latest single “Crazy in a Coffin (On a Saturday Night),” click here.
Jeremy Hilliard announced the release of his newest album Going Back To Where It All Began which dropped October 4. The full-length album contains 13 tracks, all of which are originals.
Jeremy is a songwriter and guitarist living in Brooklyn. He tours regularly with his band PEAK, with whom who he has released 2 studio albums. Right off the bat, the title track “Going Back To Where It All Began” sets the tone for the entirety of the album. Hopeful, upbeat, adventurous and homey are words that describe the overall feel and theme of the track.
“Before Your Love” changes the pace a bit with a more somber and low-tempo sound. You can hear lots of influence from indie-country artists as well as a powerful influence from Tom Petty. Moving onto “Sailor’s Warning,” the track opens with a floaty, indie feel. I’d say this track has a mood somewhere in between the previous two tracks – not quite somber, but not as upbeat – somewhere in between.
Going Back To Where It All Began is a very interesting album. Some tracks are more indie-forward while others are certainly folk or country. Some are reminiscent of an indie artist like Tame Impala, others have clear influence from Tom Petty, The Beatles, and others have influence from folk/country artists like Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and more. I find this level of range to be rather impressive and a testament to Jeremy’s talent.
For more information on Jeremy Hilliard and to hear his recent album Going Back To Where It All Began, click here.
Alternative pop artist UPSAHL brought the party to Bowery Ballroom on October 1 at the New York stop of her Melt Me Down Tour.
UPSAHL. Photo: Sophia Strange
Chances are that UPSAHL’s work has reached your ears in one way or the other. With multiple viral hits to her name and collaborations with some of today’s biggest names under her belt, UPSAHL’s sharp production skills and lyrics that either pull you to the dance floor or inspire a serious bout of self-reflection were on full display in the Ballroom on October 1.
Accompanied by opening acts Zoe Ko and Conor Burns, UPSAHL delivered an electric night of original songs, surprise covers, and even an exciting performance of a new unreleased track that made the Ballroom feel closer to a party only seen in movies.
Photo by: Buscar Photo (www.buscarphoto.com)
Tucked away behind an unassuming facade and a small set of stairs is the iconic Bowery Ballroom, polled as the best club in America by Rolling Stone in 2013. While the outside may be easy to walk past unintentionally, the venue itself creates the perfect atmosphere for a show like UPSAHL’s that cannot be missed- upon descending the stairs, you enter a swanky speakeasy style bar with a pre-show playlist blasting over the speakers. Once you ascend the stairwell into the main event, the venue opens up into a fascinating balance of a larger-than-life yet incredibly intimate theater.
This personal-yet-sparkling energy would be capitalized upon and matched perfectly throughout the evening, with UPSAHL and both opening acts looking almost untouchable upon the stage until they were right there at the closest corner of the stage or weaving through the audience mingling between sets.
The night’s performances opened with Zoe Ko who delivered unapologetically gritty, girly, alternative pop rock tracks like “DIRT,” her song that caught the internet’s attention by asserting that the most fun a girl can have is donning a fur jacket, putting some mud in her purse, unapologetically offering no explanation, and absolutely jamming out.
Zoe Ko. Photo: Sophia Strange
Supporting act number two of the evening came in the form of alternative artist Conor Burns, whose musical career seems to be exponentially growing with over 70 live shows and several single and EP releases under his belt so far with no signs of stopping. His guttural lyrics paired with the power of live instrumentals and a larger-than-life stage presence brought even more energy into the room.
Conor Burns. Photo: Sophia Strange
Starting her set with her newest single “Tears on The dancefloor”, the excitement when UPSAHL came on stage alongside touring drummer Jake Richardson and guitarist Sal Suriano was beyond electric- it’s no doubt the stage was hers from the moment she stepped out in a stunning chrome-and-teal outfit that caught the light with every move.
UPSAHL. Photo: Sophia Strange
Balancing high energy tracks like “NO HANDS” and “Last Supper” that had the audience dancing and songs like “Antsy” where it felt as though it was just her and her microphone, UPSAHL brought the audience to her level with an invitation to not care about anything but experiencing the moment, letting go, and having fun throughout the first half of her set.
After beginning her track “SLAYYYYY,” UPSAHL and her band stepped off of the stage and let the audience carry on singing- which they did word for word- before returning in a bright red latex costume change and her second most recent single, “SUMMER SO HOT”.
UPSAHL. Photo: Sophia Strange
Impossibly enough, the powerful set only got more exciting as UPSAHL continued into a remix of her track “Sunny D” and the Yeah Yeah Yeah’s “Heads Will Roll,” bringing both opening acts out to party.
Photo: Sophia Strange
From there, UPSAHL delivered an incredibly intimate performance of “0 OR 100” sat at the edge of the stage, a preview of the unreleased track “CUT EM OFF” that playfully complains about having to cut off other guys when one gets serious, and sang alongside her younger sister who was brought on stage for “Arizona,” named after their home state, and “Good In Bed,” a track off of Dua Lipa’s Grammy Award winning album Future Nostalgia that UPSAHL co wrote.
UPSAHL and sister Ryan. Photo: Sophia Strange
UPSAHL closed the set out with “WET WHITE TEE SHIRT” and the viral track that put her on the map for most titled “DRUGS,” appropriately donning a white t-shirt with “I <3 NY” drawn out in sharpie- promptly before dousing herself and the audience with a water bottle.
UPSAHL. Photo: Sophia Strange
UPSAHL’s Melt Me Down Tour may be wrapping in the United States in a matter of days in San Francisco, but the party doesn’t stop there- she’ll be continuing the tour in Europe through November, starting with Academy 2 in Dublin on November 7. An electrifying evening of letting go of inhibitions and letting yourself be whatever you need to be that night- whether that be dancing, crying, or somewhere in between- UPSAHL’s shows bring the party and the personality without apology.
UPSAHL | October 1, 2024 | Bowery Ballroom | Manhattan, NY
Setlist: Tears on the dancefloor, NO HANDS, Monika Lewinsky, IDFWFEELINGS, Toast, Wish You’d Make Me Cry X SMARTY, All My Friends Are Rich X Time of my Life, MoneyOnMyMind, Into My Body, Antsy, Condoms, Last Supper, SLAYYYYY, Summer So Hot, Sunny D X Heads Will Roll*, SICK PRETTY MIND, 12345SEX, CUT EM OFF, 0 OR 100, Arizona, Good In Bed, GOOD GIRL ERA X That’s Not My Name*, Thriving, Lunatic, WET WHITE TEE SHIRT, Drugs Encore: People I Don’t Like, Sad Sorry After Party
New York founded band Vampire Weekend played two shows at MSG in New York City on Friday, October 5th. “We’ve been looking forward to this the entire tour,” said frontman Ezra Koenig on the first night. This show marks the final quarter of the band’s ongoing tour in support of their latest album, Only God Was Above Us.
Vampire Weekend performs at MSG in NY. Photograph by David Reichmann (@davidpresspass)
Billy Joel Cover band Turnstiles opened for Vampire Weekend both nights, with additional support from Mark Ronson for the first show, and the Brothers Macklovitch for the second.
Ezra Koenig of Vampire Weekend performing at MSG in NY. Photograph by David Reichmann (@davidpresspass)
The second show was a rare Sunday matinee, which ended at 4PM sharp. During the second show, Ezra commented, “I didn’t know if this would be a good idea, we ended kind of late last night. But I think I like it.” The crowd cheered in response. Ezra would also go on to describe the backstory behind some of the band’s songs throughout the shows.
Turnstiles open for Vampire Weekend at MSG in New York. Photograph by David Reichmann (@davidpresspass)
Vampire Weekend performed with their signature brand of intellectual lyrics and intricately produced tunes. They played vast set lists each night, with nearly a two-hour long main set, covering their five beloved studio albums.
Each night featured a number of covers, including a rendition of Billy Joel’s “Scenes from an Italian Restaurant,” which featured a dinner scene performance behind the band as they played. Each show featured some pyrotechnics and a big blast of confetti at the very end of the encore.
In the past, the band often took fan requests at the end of the shows, but for this tour Ezra told the crowd they would only accept songs that weren’t theirs. So after the main set, the band came back on stage and asked the crowd to hold up signs, notepads, and scream out song suggestions, which the band attempted with varying levels of success. Covers included Fall Out Boy, Billy Joel, bruce Springsteen, and a handful of others.
You can follow Vampire Weekend “Only God Was Above Us” Tour here, and listen to their music here. Photo gallery by David Reichmann below.
Progressive rock-fusion band TAUK has announced their ‘Oogie Boogie Nights’ Halloween show in Port Chester with a star-studded guest list.
Long Island local rock-fusion band TAUK has been pushing the boundaries of sound for nearly a decade now. With several tours, millions of streams, festival slots spanning from Bonnaroo to Electric Forest, and an array of critical praise, TAUK is an ever-evolving quartet of musical force.
In addition to their purely musical endeavors, the band has begun a new tradition of gathering their favorite musical acts for once-in-a-lifetime halloween shows. Now in its third year, the ‘Oogie Boogie Nights’ Halloween extravaganza is a wild night of live music, good vibes, and all things spooky.
This year’s show goes hand-in-hand with TAUK’s recent streak of collaborative singles with artists like reggae icon Matisyahu, G. Love, Kanika Moore, The Shady Horns of funk group Lettuce, and Taz.
“We’ve been lucky enough to have played the Capitol Theatre a couple times already but being able to come in and throw our own show is something we’ve been dreaming up for a while… We get some of our absolute favorite musicians together and throw a huge party. The lineup for this is unreal and we have so much in store for this show.”
– Matthew Jalbert, guitarist of TAUK
In addition to some of their recent collaborators, TAUK will be bringing Mike Wilbur and Mihali along for the ride, elevating the night’s programming to another level of excitement.
Acting as the only New York date of TAUK’s current United States tour, the ‘Oogie Boogie Nights’ 2024 musical extravaganza will be hosted at the historic Capitol Theatre in Port Chester on October 25. Tickets are available now- visit here for further information and ticket purchasing.
Transatlantik is a series of performances and conversation featuring the work of diasporic artists engaged with the artistic and political concepts of negritude and créolité. Artists include Aruán Ortiz and Anaïs Maviel; Sélène Saint Aimé; KāFOU (Val Jeanty and Cassie Watson Francillon); Vodou drummer Renald St. Juste, and Patrick Chamoiseau, the Martinican author and theorist of créolité. An afterparty with Alexis Marcelo, DJ Buddy and DJ Jeff Brown is also to be expected.
There is a total of four separate shows from November 22 to 23. November 22 sees one show at 7:30pm at Greenwich House Music School. November 23 sees three shows at varying times, at CARA, Greenwich House Music School, and Francis Kite Club respectively. Each show explores unique themes regarding negritude, creolization, Afro-Carribean cultures, and more.
TRANSATLANTIK Series of Events:
Friday, November 22, 2024
7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
Greenwich House Music School
Sélène Saint-Aime’s Creole Songs
Renald St. Juste
Saturday, November 23, 2024
2:30pm (doors 2:00pm)
at CARA
Patrick Chamoiseau
in conversation with Sélène Saint-Aime, Aruán Ortiz, and Anaïs Maviel
Saturday, November 23, 2024
7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
Greenwich House Music School
Reimagining Tropiques, Then and Now: Aruán Ortiz, Anaïs Maviel, and Aliya Ultan
KāFOU: Val Jeanty, Cassie Watson Francillon
Saturday, November 23, 2024
10:00pm–midnight
at Francis Kite Club
Afterparty with Alexis Marcelo, DJ Buddy and DJ Jeff Brown
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at door, and $25 for both nights. 11/23 conversation and afterparty are free. For more information on FourOneOne and Transatlantik and to purchase tickets, click here.
Hailing from the UK, Wasia Project has quickly become one of the most exciting indie bands on the rise. The sibling duo Olivia Hardy and William Gao (along with drummer Luca Wade and bassist Tom Pacitti), fuse together jazz, classical, and indie pop, creating a sound that is as soothing as it is emotionally charged. With heartfelt lyrics and lush arrangements, the band has won over a dedicated fanbase both in the UK and overseas.
The Show
On Monday, Sept 30, night one in NYC of the “Isotope Tour” kicked offâ and it did not disappoint. The show began with an atmospheric interlude, “Isotope,” which set the mood for an introspective and emotional night. Wasia Project then launched into “My Lover Is Sleeping”, immediately captivating the crowd with Olivia’s dreamy, tender vocals. The audience was buzzing, absorbing every word, as the band poured their hearts out on stage.
A key standout moment was “Petals on the Moon,” which had the entire venue jamming to William’s piano solo. The duo’s chemistry on stage is undeniable, and their shared musical bond radiated through every track, but especially on “Burning Eyes Are Calling” and “How Can I Pretend,” where Olivia’s emotive voice soared over William’s intricate piano melodies.
“U R So Pretty” was an emotional high point in the set, with its delicate lyrics and vulnerability. The song had the crowd cheering, resonating deeply with everyone in the room. The night’s energy took a shift with “My Vine” and “Cover,” with Olivia’s vocals floating effortlessly over lush instrumentals.
The band’s raw emotion, combined with their experimental soundscapes, made for a captivating debut performance in New York City. If you missed them this time, be sure to catch Wasia Project soon âthey’re just getting started, and their future looks incredibly bright.
Setlist: Isotope (Interlude Intro), Is This What Love Is, My Lover Is Sleeping, U Deserve, Petals on the Moon, How can I pretend, Burning Eyes Are Calling, Takes Me Back Home, Remember When, U R So Pretty, My Vine, Cover, To Get Better, Somebody Come Through, Tell Me Lies
A recording of the legendary Allman Brothers Band’s final concert at the Beacon Theatre in 2014 is being released on October 25, nearly 10 years since the finale.
On Tuesday, October 28, 2014, after 45 years of performing the greatest live music in rock history, the Allman Brothers Band had arrived at its final concert. The dream created by Duane Allman in 1969 had come to fruition, gone through triumph and tragedy, joy and sorrow, flourished and faltered, and ultimately persevered to reach the pinnacle of the blues/rock genre. The road had seemingly gone on forever, but, in 2014, the group decided that forever would come to an end at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.
On Friday, October 25, in recognition of the 10th anniversary, rock ‘n’ roll history will be shared as the Final Concert 10-28-14 is officially released via Peach Records. Re-mastered here with improved sound quality, Final Concert 10-28-14 will be available digitally on October 25 and as a special 3-CD package with extensive 16-page booklet featuring exclusive photos and liner notes on November 22.
The Beacon was the appropriate location for the ABB to make its last stand; the Allmans had logged more appearances there than any other venue and had also set a Broadway record, with 237 consecutive sold-out shows at the venerable hall. Starting in 1989, the Allman’s annual run at the Beacon became a rite of passage in Manhattan.
Fans from around the globe traveled to the Upper West Side to be captivated by the group’s riveting shows. The band wanted a set list that would be a montage of its career, one that would pay homage to the original six – Duane, Gregg, Jaimoe, Butch, Berry Oakley and Dickey Betts – while also drawing from the group’s vast catalogue. With input from everyone, Warren Haynes compiled a spectacular, three-set show. Almost 30 songs, drawn from six ABB albums, along with three strong covers that represented the musical trajectory of the group.
Track listing for Final Concert 10-28-14:
Disc 1:
Little Martha
Mountain Jam
Don’t Want You No More
It’s Not My Cross To Bear
One Way Out
Good Morning Little School Girl
Midnight Rider
The High Cost of Low Living
Hot ‘Lanta
Blue Sky
You Don’t Love Me/ Soul Serenade/ You Don’t Love Me
Disc 2:
Statesboro Blues
Ain’t Wasting Time
Black Hearted Woman
The Sky Is Crying
Dreams
Don’t Keep Me Wonderin’
In Memory of Elizabeth Reed
JaMaBuBu
In Memory of Elizabeth Reed (reprise)
Disc 3:
Melissa
Revival
Southbound
Mountain Jam Reprise
Will The Circle Be Unbroken
Mountain Jam Reprise 2
Whipping Post
Farewell Message
Trouble No More
“Having joined the Allman Brothers Band in 1991, I had no idea what I was getting myself into as a percussionist joining two drummers on stage. Fast forward 23 years to the last show we played as the Allman Brothers Band. I feel honored to have been part of such a historical musical force that was and is the ABB. Love live the ABB!”
Percussionist Marc Quinones
To pre-order and pre-save the Allman Brothers Band final concert 2014, click here.
sweet93, the moniker of New York City-based guitarist and vocalist Chloe, excitedly shares her latest single, “what’s true?” Her first release of the year continues to establish sweet93 as a project destined for exponential sonic growth.
The track is a swirling shoegaze lullaby that rocks the listener back and forth. sweet93 embodies the hazy, drifting summers of the early 90s – a time when the lullabies of Slowdive and the sweetness of Mazzy Star ruled the alternative rock scene. Based in NYC, Chloe’s songs are the soundtrack to a waking dream.
“what’s true?” holds an intensely soothing aura around it that captivates listeners and brings them to a kind of lo-fi dreamscape. The track is relaxing yet uplifting, calming yet refueling, spacey yet grounding. With the release of this single, sweet93 plans to embark on her first US tour with support from her friend and collaborator, Porches.
SWEET93 LIVE US TOUR DATES:
OCTOBER
15 – Cambridge, MA – The Sinclair
16 – Washington, DC – The Atlantis
17 – Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts
18 – Durham, NC – Motorco Music Hall
19 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
21 – Nashville, TN – Exit/In
22 – Chicago, IL – Lincoln Hall
24 – Saint Paul, MN – Amsterdam Bar and Hall
25 – Kansas City, MO – recordBar
26 – Omaha, NE – Reverb Lounge
28 – Denver, CO – Bluebird Theater
29 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Urban Lounge
31 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom
NOVEMBER
1 – Vancouver, BC – Hollywood Theatre
2 – Seattle, WA – Barboza
6 – San Francisco, CA – Bimbo’s 365 Club
7 – Los Angeles, CA – The Fonda Theatre
9 – Phoenix, AZ – Valley Bar
12 – Dallas, TX – Dada Dallas
13 – Austin, TX – Antone’s
15 – Birmingham, AL – WORKPLAY
16 – Indianapolis, IN – HI-FI
20 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Steel
“‘what’s true?’ changed shape several times before I realized what I was actually trying to say. I spent days in my room trying to tell some version of a story, when in reality I was struggling with understanding reality at all… Lately I’ve been filled with more questions than answers, like when nothing is real and no one’s around – what’s actually true?”
Chloe aka sweet93
For more information on sweet93’s new release and upcoming tour, click here.
New Hope Club, the British trio comprised of George Smith, Blake Richardson, and Reece Bibby, have been charming fans worldwide since 2015. Their infectious guitar-driven pop and catchy choruses quickly made them standouts in the pop music scene. Their 2020 self-titled debut album solidified their status, with hits that have defined their sound and energized audiences everywhere.
Now, they’re back with new music, including their latest single “Trouble in Paradise,” which is out now, with more music on the horizon.
New Hope Club at Baby’s All Right by: Yisroel Teitelbaum (@thebigpic.inc)
Beyond music, Richardson is gearing up to play a young Paul McCartney in the highly anticipated Beatles biopic, Midas Man.
Richardson’s casting has fans buzzing with excitement, eager to see how he continues expanding his creative reach.
The Show
On a warm night, New Hope Club took the stage at Baby’s All Right, turning the intimate venue into a buzzing cauldron of energy. This show gave NY fans an intimate, up-close experience with the trio in one of the city’s coziest venues.
As soon as the band hit the stage, the atmosphere was electric. They opened the night with the crowd favorite “Worse,” instantly igniting the room. The trio’s tight harmonies and infectious energy had the crowd dancing, singing, and smiling from the first note.
Throughout the night, the band treated fans to a mix of their biggest hits and some sneak peeks of what’s to come. They performed their newest track “Trouble in Paradise,” and the crowd responded with in an excited frenzy. The song, packed with their upbeat rhythms and smooth vocals, was an instant hit and gave a taste of the new, New Hope Club.
Richardson, with his effortless charisma, led the crowd through the set. The crowd interaction made the show feel intimate and personal, the boys exuding a chemistry that can only come from years of friendship and performing together.
A highlight was “Who Do You Think You Are?” where their vocal harmonies captivated the crowd, swaying together. The boys performed “Let Me Down Slow,” prompting the crowd to join in a massive singalong that echoed throughout the room.
Closing the night with the explosive “Permission,” New Hope Club left Baby’s All Right on a high note. As the band waved goodbye, the crowd chanted for an encore, not quite ready for the night to end.
New Hope Club proved from start to finish why they’re one of the most exciting young bands today. Their blend of charm, talent, and crowd interaction created a memorable night for everyone in attendance.
Looking to the Future
For those who missed the magic at Baby’s, make sure to catch them next time they’re in NYC. With new music and a movie debut ahead, the band’s future success promises to be even bigger. Don’t miss out!
