Willie Nile’s ‘Positively Bob’ Is Positively Brilliant
Before the catch-all term “Americana” was coined, there was a thing called “folk-rock.” Willie Nile helped keep that genre alive, adding a dash of punk... read article
Articles by David K. Moseder
Danny Kapilian: The Art of Presenting Live Music
Not all artists on the music scene perform on stage. Some work their magic behind the scenes – flying under the radar, as it were.... read article
Digging Dougmore, From Brooklyn to the ‘Outerboros’
“The bluegrass scene in Brooklyn has been in my family since I was a teenager,” innovative musician Dougmore tells Brooklyn Roads. “I’m always awestruck by... read article
Brooklyn Basks in June Is “NY Music Month” Spotlight
Music has always been at the core of New York culture. Indeed, the city’s iconic nickname, The Big Apple, was popularized by jazz musicians in... read article
The Roofer’s Union Builds a Following in Brooklyn
Like many bands coming out of Brooklyn these days, The Roofer’s Union plays genre-bending music that is hard to nail down. While their style falls... read article
Brooklyn’s Spring Music Scene Is in Full Bloom
Spring is finally in full flower – and so is Brooklyn’s ever-blossoming music scene. Our borough is fertile ground for cultivating new talent and May-June... read article
April Is Showering Brooklyn With More Great Music
A brand new performance venue, some old friends and plenty of local talent are blooming in Brooklyn’s ever-growing musical gardens this spring. Here a few... read article
Brooklyn’s Got the Cure for the Wintertime Blues
The cold weeks ahead include such warm celebratory occasions as Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day and the ushering in of (at last!) spring. Brooklyn’s myriad... read article
‘Johnny Pisano’s Punk Rock Pizzeria’ Serves Up Nine Tasty Slices
“Don’t want to be something that I’m not / don’t want to change ’cause I know what I’ve got.” That line from the opening track... read article
EVA: Contemporary Voices, International Roots — and Brooklyn Influences
EVA, a teaming of three singer-songwriters from diverse musical backgrounds, draws seamlessly from the roots of traditional and contemporary original folk music. The trio’s genesis... read article