Reviews

Norah Jones Returns To Her Roots With Day Breaks

October 20, 2016 by Dominique M. Carson

In the minds of many, Norah Jones seemed to have slipped into obscurity after her 2002 multi-platinum debut album, Come Away With Me. This perception... read article

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The Gallery Players Celebrate 50 in Brooklyn with GYPSY!

October 7, 2016 by Dominique M. Carson

The Gallery Players, an elite theatrical institution in Brooklyn, celebrated their 50th season by presenting the legendary musical, Gypsy . Brooklyn natives were given an... read article

Raia Was, Iris Lune and Courtnee Roze – A Musical Revolution in Brooklyn!

October 4, 2016 by Ray Fontaine

On September 24, 2016, National Sawdust hosted Revolution Volume 7, a musical series focused on displaying the best of independent pop culture in Brooklyn. The... read article

The Kids In Brooklyn Wanna Rock!

September 14, 2016 by Howard B. Leibowitz

As great concert performances go, very few can rival the one given by the iconic Bryan Adams at his “Get Up” tour stop at the... read article

Afropunk Brings The Punk To Close Out Summer in Brooklyn !

September 14, 2016 by Ray Fontaine

Every year at Brooklyn’s Commodore Barry Park, Afropunk helps the summer season go out with a bang. Everyone was ready to celebrate good music and... read article

Rob Thomas and Counting Crows Wow Coney Island Crowd

September 13, 2016 by B.L. Howard

The capacity crowd at the Ford Amphitheater in Coney Island witnessed a rousing performance by Rob Thomas and Counting Crows, as their North American tour... read article

Nicole Atkins Bares Her Soul at The Rubin Museum

August 9, 2016 by David K. Moseder

Friday, August 5, 2016 marked Nicole Atkins’ fifth visit to The Rubin Museum’s Naked Soul Series. As much as Brooklyn Roads enjoyed her December 2014... read article

Barbés Lounge Goers Admire The Michael Sheridan Quartet

August 2, 2016 by Dominique M. Carson

On Sunday, July 24, 2016, Brooklynites were able to have Tequilas, Slivovitz, Pastis cocktails, or beer and also listen to an exquisite jazz group, The... read article

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MUSICAL FYAH RAGES IN BROOKLYN!

July 28, 2016 by Ray Fontaine

Spiritual Rez and Raging Fyah, two wildly different reggae bands, made their double billing a night to remember at Brooklyn Bowl on July 13, 2016.... read article

Hard to Pronounce…But Easy on the Ears

June 21, 2016 by Rob Rinderman

Editor’s Note: Dan Haedicke’s first-ever CD, In All the Ways, officially releases June 24, 2016 on Kwality Records (also not the assumed or conventional spelling)... read article

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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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