Articles by The Brooklyn Roads Team

José James – BKRoads.net Interview

October 7, 2015 by The Brooklyn Roads Team

BKRoads.net Interview with José James at Celebrate Brooklyn!

Grace Jones-Afro Punk_photo by Kyra Kverno

Brooklyn Roads Turns a Page

September 15, 2015 by The Brooklyn Roads Team

It’s hard to believe, but there was a time when there was very little live music and performing arts to be found here in Brooklyn.... read article

Nora Gutrhrie -photo by Tina Tschirch -courtesy of Woody Guthrie Publications

Nora Guthrie photo by Tina Tschirch / courtesy of Woody Guthrie Publications

Brooklyn Background Helps Nora Guthrie Keep Her Father’s Legacy Alive

May 16, 2015 by The Brooklyn Roads Team

Woody Guthrie once said, “All you can write is what you see.” Now folks can experience what the folk music legend wrote about with... read article

Игровые Автоматы Казино Joycasino Онлайн

February 20, 2015 by The Brooklyn Roads Team

Нередко виртуальные казино имеют настолько обширные портфолио игр, что им могут позавидовать абсолютное большинство наземных игорных заведений.

You Can’t Take The Brooklyn Out of Singer-Songwriter Susan Collins

April 6, 2013 by The Brooklyn Roads Team

Even if you have never heard of Susan Collins, you’ve probably heard her sing–more often than you might imagine. The East Flatbush native has been... read article

Xenia Rubinos: Making Musical “Magic” in Greenpoint

October 6, 2012 by The Brooklyn Roads Team

Avant-garde indie artist Xenia Rubinos came to New York, knowing that music was her life mission. She began making choices to move farther along that... read article

Hello world. This my website!

August 18, 1997 by The Brooklyn Roads Team

Hello world. This my website!

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Artists on our Radar

Janet LaBelle Takes the Spotlight: Blending Vintage Vibes with Modern Magic

Janet Labelle With Guitar In Hand / photo by John Nyboer

Dynamic Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Janet LaBelle continues to push her creative boundaries. Known for her unique ability to fuse analog warmth with modern production, LaBelle has been praised by Jersey Beat for her “sweet voice and sharp, thoughtful songwriting,” and her newest projects are no exception. Her music defies easy categorization, effortlessly blending elements of folk, classic rock, and pop into a sound that feels both fresh and timeless. LaBelle recently released her single “Day in the Sun” on September 13 via her own Wild Violet Records, and it has already been captivating audiences with its sunny melodies and deeply personal narrative. The song, inspired by a meaningful hike with a friend in 2023, showcases her talent for finding beauty in simplicity, a theme that resonates through much of her work. The inclusion of horns marks an exciting creative evolution, adding a new layer of depth to her already richly textured sound. Throughout her career, LaBelle has explored a wide range of musical styles. She first made waves as a teenager in the punk-pop band Avery, and since then, her solo work has spanned genres like classic rock, folk, pop, and even French chanson. Her previous EPs, including Moon Songs (2010) and Blossom & Blue (2011), demonstrate her eclectic tastes, with influences ranging from surf rock to vintage country. Working with respected producers such as Evan Taylor (Bernie Worrell) and Tony Maimone (Pere Ubu, They Might Be Giants), LaBelle continues to expand her sound, evolving with each new release. Fans can catch her live at upcoming performances, including a show at Our Wicked Lady on September 24th and at Sleepwalk on December 3rd. These live shows will give listeners a chance to hear both her new and classic material in an up-close setting. Her combination of memorable songs, captivating performances and a unique voice sets her apart as an artist who continues to rise, drawing listeners in with every new creation.

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