Topic: Mercury-Lounge

Retribution Gospel Choir Brings the Rock to NYC

213 days ago by Devorah Klein | 1 Comment

Alan Sparhawk of Low has released a new album with his other band, Retribution Gospel Choir, called 2, on Sub Pop. I interviewed Alan a few weeks ago about the album, and now the Duluth, Minnesota-based group is on tour. They played Mercury Lounge last night, and boy did they … More »
The Next Big Thing: The Antlers

435 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Image: Ben Ritter
The Antlers have come a long way. New Yorkers that have been working the club scene for a while and releasing their own albums, they are finally getting some recognition. Frenchkiss is re-releasing their latest album, Hospice, on August 18, but you can stream it now here. Their … More »
Danielson, Mike Watt, and More On Sale

533 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

The following shows are on sale now:

Mike Watt and the Missingmen on May 7 at Maxwell’s and May 8 at Mercury Lounge. Tickets
Crystal Antlers on May 12 at Mercury Lounge. Tickets
Danielson on May 15 at Mercury Lounge. Tickets
Bell and Bowerbirds on April 27 at Mercury Lounge. Tickets
Violens, Apache Beat, Blonde … More »
Wavves, Walkmen, and More On Sale

548 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

These shows are on sale NOW:
3/30 - DD/MM/YYYY / WAVVES – Mercury Lounge Tickets
4/8 – THE ALTERNATE ROUTES – Mercury Lounge Tickets
4/16 – THE WALKMEN with Beach House – Webster Hall Tickets
5/13 – WYE OAK / POMEGRANATES – Mercury Lounge Tickets

5/29 – CAKE – Terminal 5 Tickets

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Win Tickets To See Lydia and Black Gold

561 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Black Gold, whose debut album Rush recently came out, will be at the Mercury Lounge with Lydia on March 5. You can buy tickets here OR you can win them, plus money for your cause! Through the national “Illuminate Your City” contest, one fan in each market will win tickets … More »
Tickets on Sale

597 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Lots of tickets on sale or going or presale:

Israeli band Idan Raichel Project at Town Hall on March 26, tickets here
The Gaslight Anthem at Webster Hall on March 27, tickets here
Anathallo at Mercury Lounge on March 4, tickets here
The Airborne Toxic Event at Bowery Ballroom on March 8, tickets here
Phosporescent … More »
Anya Marina Album and Tour

612 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Anya Marina, fresh off a mini-tour with Jason Mraz, is ready to go out on her own. Her debut album Slow & Steady Seduction: Phase II is being released on January 20 by Chop Shop Records. To celebrate she is going on tour and will be in Brooklyn at the … More »
Cursive Playing 3 NYC Shows

632 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Cursive will be in town in January and March to play three shows, two of which are at very small venues.

January 18 at Union Hall. Sold out.
January 19 at Mercury Lounge. Tickets on sale now.
March 9 at Music Hall of Williamsburg. Tickets on sale Thursday at noon.

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Doug Keith, Up the Empire Playing Shows, Releasing Albums

640 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Brooklyn local band Up the Empire has a lot going on. For starters, lead singer Doug Keith has a show tonight (Tuesday) at the Living Room and is releasing his first solo album, Here’s to Outliving Me, on January 13.

Up the Empire’s Loose Ends EP cover
Then, the band as a … More »
Ben Harper at Mercury Lounge

646 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

According to Brooklynvegan, Ben Harper will be playing the teeny tiny Mercury Lounge under the name “Relentless 7″ on December 11 at midnight. Tickets go on sale today (Wednesday) at 12 noon.
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Tickes On Sale Today and Tomorrow

681 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

A bunch of shows went on sale today and there are some more tomorrow and Friday. It’s hard to think about stuff in 2009…but I guess it’s that time.
On Sale Today:
12/10 – LONEY, DEAR – Mercury Lounge
1/23/09 – VIC CHESNUTT & ELF POWER – Bowery Ballroom
2/25/09 - TAPES N TAPES – … More »
Ben Sollee Coming to NYC

687 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

One of my favorite new musicians is finally coming to NYC solo. He plays with Allison Washburn often but the release of his solo album has finally spurred a solo tour, including two nights in New York. Here’s the details:
Ben Sollee w/ Kim Taylor and Jim White
Tuesday November 11th
Union Hall
702 … More »
The Little Ones Release New Album, Tour

695 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Cheerful pop band the Little Ones, from sunny Los Angeles, have a new album out today! It’s called Morning Tide and boy is it fabulous! This is their first full length release, coming after two EPs. Check out their first single, “Morning Tide,” here, which was also apparently on Gossip … More »
What Are You Doing On Halloween?

697 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Matt & Kim and Marching Band @ McCarren Park Pool July 2008
Photo Permission: Devorah Klein
There is always a plethora of musical performances on Halloween and 2008 is no different. If you want to go to any of these shows, you should get your tickets now…hell, some New Year’s Eve shows … More »
Shugo Tokumaru with Impeccable Band

709 days ago by Devorah Klein | Comment

Last night Japanese indie popster Shugo Tokumaru made his NYC debut at the Mercury Lounge. The place was packed and the anticipation was palpable. Shugo didn’t talk much, but the music was splendid. With a back band made up of Jon Natchez (Beirut), Bryan Devendorf (The National), Perrin Cloutier … More »