Artists On Our Radar

On His Drums- photo by Andrew James -courtesy of the artist

Beyond Jazz: Ronnie Burrage’s Brooklyn Odyssey

March 7, 2023 by David K. Moseder

“I started making music since coming out my mother’s womb,” venerable jazz musician Ronnie Burrage tells Brooklyn Roads. He adds that he grew up in... read article

Dawn Drake photo by Jurien Huggins

Dawn Drake -Her Signature Style

February 14, 2023 by Michela Arlia

Dawn Drake, Brooklynite and frontwoman of the band Dawn Drake & ZapOte, highlights the best parts of her fused musical upbringing, and how it has... read article

John Brodeur Also Known As Bird Streets photo by Shervin Lainez

Bird Streets’ “Lagoon” is Something to Talk About

January 12, 2023 by Michela Arlia

John Brodeur, better known as Brooklyn’s Bird Streets, released his second studio album Lagoon, last November and the 12-track indie pop project has arrived as... read article

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Alice Lee Brings a World of Diverse Music to Brooklyn

December 7, 2022 by David K. Moseder

Eclectic singer/songwriter Alice Lee (not to be confused with the pop star/actress of the same name) was trained in classical piano, but one day, she... read article

IVA -Guitar In Hand photo by Shervin Lainez

Brooklyn Inspires Operatic Singer IVA’s Pop Sensibilities

November 11, 2022 by David K. Moseder

IVA is an accomplished, operatic singer-songwriter who tells Brooklyn Roads that “many of my sensibilities come from early experience as a classical singer. I’ve been... read article

Sam Rappaport photo by Grace Rivera / courtesy of the artist

Sam Rappaport: Brooklyn Becomes Him

September 28, 2022 by Michela Arlia

Sam Rappaport, a Brooklyn based singer-songwriter is breaking through the music scene. With his latest single, “Better Days“ and upcoming debut EP “Get Me Away... read article

Say She She / photo by Milton Arellano / courtesy of the artists

Say She She phpto by Milton Arellano

Say She She- “Discodelic” Soul !

August 26, 2022 by Michela Arlia

Nya Gazelle Brown, Piya Malik and Sabrina Mileo Cunningham are the driving forces behind “Say She She”, a Brooklyn based , all female seven piece... read article

Photo by Wyndham Boylan-Garnett

Cassandra Jenkins: It’s in Her “Nature” to Keep Folk Alive

July 25, 2022 by Michela Arlia

Cassandra Jenkins is a Brooklyn-based musician, singer and songwriter. Currently on tour in support of her latest album, An Overview on Phenomenal Nature, Jenkins tells... read article

My Son The Doctor -In The Round photo by Ian McNally / courtesy of the artist

My Son the Doctor’s New Wave Punk

May 2, 2022 by Michela Arlia

The short way to describe the band, My Son the Doctor, is that they are a 4-piece swaggering new wave punk band from Brooklyn; the... read article

Charming Disaster photo by Shervin Lainez

Our Lady of Radium Radiates Magic and Mystery

February 13, 2022 by Michela Arlia

Goth-folk musical duo Charming Disaster is set to release their fourth album Our Lady of Radium in March of this year and Brooklyn Roads was... read article

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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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