Face it, New York, it’s cold out there. But not too cold to go out and dance off some steam! Over the next three weeks, Live For Live Music is presenting five reasons to get off the couch, out the door, and on the dance floor. From a David Bowie tribute or live jamtronica set, to New Orleans funk or the music of Phish as played in jazz, there is literally something for everyone. These one-time collaborations and especially unique sets make all five shows not-to-be-missed. So gander through, pick and choose, but whatever you do, take care of your (dancing) shoes!
1/28 – Stratosphere All-Stars @ The Highline Ballroom, featuring David Murphy (formerly of STS9) on bass, Steve Molitz (Particle) on keys, Marcus Rezak (Digital Tape Machine) on guitar, and singer Hayley Jane (Hayley Jane & The Primates). The group will be performing a very special David Bowie set as well as a classic Stratosphere jam out, with support from Turbo Suit. Find out more here.
1/29 – Break Science Live Band @ Brooklyn Bowl, featuring members of Lettuce, Rahzel of The Roots, CX, Bajah, and support from beat extraordinaire Marvel Years and cosmic vibe conductor Dreamers Delight. More information available here.
2/2 – NTHFECTIOUS @ The Hall at MP, featuring Nikki Glaspie, Nick Cassarino, and Nate Edgar of The Nth Power, Brandon Niederauer, Tony Hall, and more VERY special guests TBA. The final installment of a multi-genre themed residency, and in a different location, this week’s throwdown brings the official Mardi Gras pre-party! Tickets available here.
2/3 – DIAMON @ The Knitting Factory, a new side project of Dopapod bassist Chuck Jones featuring Eli Winderman (Dopapod) on keys, Danny Mayer (On The Spot Trio) on guitar, Adrian Tramontano (Kung Fu) on drums, Shane Allen (Danke) on vocals, and Mr. Rourke (Club D’Elf) on turntables. The supergroup will play trip-hop covers and originals, tackling everything from Portishead, Bjor, to Radiohead. Find out more here.
2/18 – Jazz Is Phish @ The Hall at MP, featuring Michael Ray (Sun Ra, Giant Country Horns), Chris Bullock (Snarky Puppy), Kevin Moehringer (TV On The Radio/High & Mighty Brass Band), Todd Stoops (RAQ), Anthony Wellington (Victor Wooten Band), James Casey (Trey Anastasio Band/Animus Rexx), Adam Chase (Strange Design), Matt Chase (Strange Design) and Josh Thomas (With Lions) playing Phish compositions with a jazz approach. More information here.
