The Pines - Rockwood Stage 2 (NYC)
Just days before the release of its first full-length in four years, the Minneapolis trio brings its new record from the dusky expanses of the Midwest to Manhattan's Lower East Side for an intimate preview.
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February 2016
03 February
03 February
Intelligence Squared U.S. Debates “Lifespans Are Long Enough” - Kaufman Center (NYC)
What are the ethical and social consequences of radically increasing lifespans? Should we accept a “natural” end, or should we find a cure to aging?
04 February
Emily Wells - Bowery Ballroom (NYC)
The multi-instrumentalist/producer/songwriter returns to the Big Apple to perform her trademark soul wrapped in baroque clothing at the Lower East Side venue where she headlined two years prior.
05 February
James Hunter/ ‘Hold On!’/ Daptone Records
On his Daptone debut, the British singer/songwriter/guitarist delivers a fresh collection of forever songs that smoke and sizzle. Tough soul, rumbas and easy rockers reveal themselves in the deeper grooves.
Contact: James Rainis
05 February
The Pines/ ‘Above The Prairie’/ Red House Records
Like an Eno of the Great Plains, this Minneapolis-via-Iowa trio melds a lush, layered sound with vivid, imagistic lyrics on its most ambitious work to date.
Contact: Max Lefkowitz
05 February
Margo Price - Grand Ole Opry (Nashville)
Third Man Records' newest signing plays her Opry debut in support of her debut album, out March 25.
05 February
Smithsonian Folkways releases ‘Stanley & The 10 Sleepless Knights’
This Quelbe legend plays the official music of the US Virgin Islands, celebrating the traditional songs of the region.
Contact: Ally Norton
06 February
Green River Ordinance - Grand Ole Opry (Nashville)
Known for their suede brimmed hats, mellifluous harmonies and rollicking live set, the alt-folk band returns to the Opry for a two-song performance and post-show album signing.
10 February
The Pines - The High Watt (Nashville)
Fresh off the release of its first full-length in four years, the Minneapolis trio brings the vast landscapes and endless night skies of the Midwest to Music City for an intimate evening.
11 February
Chuck Wicks - 3rd & Lindsley (Nashville)
Acclaimed country singer-songwriter and radio co-host of the nationally syndicated “America’s Morning Show with Blair Garner” joins Kip Moore, Clare Dunn, David Nail and Kane Brown for the acoustic “in-the-round” NASH FM 103.3 Guitar Pull.
12 February
Cécile McLorin Salvant - Jazz At Lincoln Center Appel Room (NYC)
The 26-year-old jazz singer presents a series of six Valentine’s Day-inspired performances over three nights, exploring a repertoire of diverse and challenging love songs that suit and subvert the holiday’s romantic preoccupations.
13 February
Cécile McLorin Salvant - Jazz At Lincoln Center Appel Room (NYC)
The 26-year-old jazz singer presents a series of six Valentine’s Day-inspired performances over three nights, exploring a repertoire of diverse and challenging love songs that suit and subvert the holiday’s romantic preoccupations.
14 February
Cécile McLorin Salvant - Jazz At Lincoln Center Appel Room (NYC)
The 26-year-old jazz singer presents a series of six Valentine’s Day-inspired performances over three nights, exploring a repertoire of diverse and challenging love songs that suit and subvert the holiday’s romantic preoccupations.
17 February
Emily Wells - El Rey (LA, CA)
The classical/soul artist returns to her former home and muse, where her eight years as an LA resident directly inspired her latest album, Promise.
18 February
Natalie Grant - Cross Point Church (Nashville)
Rooted in a spirit of hope and empowerment, the “gospel-tinged” (Billboard) vocalist teams up with Charlotte Gambill to deliver a fully integrated evening of worship and teaching, challenging women to step into their destinies on their "Dare To Be" tour.
24 February
Leyla McCalla - Lincoln Center (NYC)
The New York-born, New Orleans-based Haitian cellist and singer joins forces with former bandmate Rhiannon Giddens (Carolina Chocolate Drops) and Bhi Bhiman to explore America's long, yet overlooked history of protest, subversion and cultural resistance by musicians of color.
24 February
Aoife O’Donovan - Largo at the Coronet (LA, CA)
The "Americana virtuoso" (New York Times) with her "unforgettable voice" (NPR) supports her "gorgeous" (Rolling Stone Country) album In The Magic Hour with a new band that includes Anthony Da Costa and drummer Steve Nistor (Iron and Wine).
25 February
Miesa - Skyville Live
The R&B/pop singer, named a TIDAL Rising Artist, takes the stage alongside Patti Austin, Andra Day, Sam Moore and Delbert McClinton for the Emmy-nominated music series to stream live on go90 and AOL.com.
26 February
Chuck Wicks/ ‘Turning Point’/ Blaster Records
This acclaimed singer (Stealing Cinderella), songwriter (Jason Aldean), nationally syndicated radio personality (America's Morning Show) and first-time producer's bold vocals bring to life 11 co-penned tracks that range from pain-seared ballads to romantic anthems.
Contact: Andrea Evenson
26 February
Bonnie Raitt/ ‘Dig In Deep’/ Redwing Records
On her 20th album, this Rock and Roll Hall of Famer returns with her long-time touring band to deliver a characteristic, incomparable blend of blues, rock, R&B, and pop, along with a healthy dose of her signature slide work.
Contact: Rebecca Shapiro
26 February
Victoria Reed/ ‘Chariot’/ Independent
Detroit-bred, Brooklyn-based songwriter evokes Jenny Lewis with her beguiling voice & optimistic lyrics on this deeply personal collection of dusty folk-pop and doleful Americana.
Contact: Nina Lee
26 February
Great Caesar - Knitting Factory (Brooklyn, NY)
The indie six-piece collective plays its first Brooklyn-based show in several months. You won’t want to miss its intimate yet explosive performance full of vocal harmonies, narrative-driven songs and polished horn arrangements.
26 February
Greyhounds - Rockwood Stage 2 (NYC)
The Austin psych-soul duo combines sweat-drenched R&B with deep-fried funk. This show features tracks from upcoming album Change Of Pace (4/1 via Ardent Music), inspired by ZZ Top, blaxploitation soundtracks and '90s Beck.