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The First Sea.Hear.Now Festival — Music and Art at the Shore

October 18, 2018 by Monica V. Fuchs

The first Sea.Hear.Now Festival was held in Asbury Park, NJ, on September 29 and 30, 2018. This two-day music and art event, with surfing added... read article

Women Rule the Archway Stage at the Brooklyn Americana Music Festival

October 1, 2018 by David K. Moseder

The fourth annual edition of the three-day/four-night (Sept. 20-23), multi-venue Brooklyn Americana Music Festival included a new feature — the Women’s Archway Stage. Brooklyn Roads was... read article

Lion Babe at Afropunk photo by Kyra Kverno

Afropunk Brooklyn -Janelle Monae and Erykah Badu Shine

September 10, 2018 by Kyra Kverno

Afropunk‘s 2018 Brooklyn edition was another milestone in what has become a global celebration of music, art and culture. Afropunk Festivals now take place not... read article

American Nomads At ‘The Loft’: Showing ‘Em What They’re Made Of

September 7, 2018 by David K. Moseder

Brooklyn Roads ventured across the East River on August 16 to catch American Nomads at Manhattan’s new The Loft at City Winery. The Greenpoint-based octet... read article

Gary Clark Jr. Celebrates Brooklyn!

August 15, 2018 by Suzanne Cadgène

After an opening set from Fiona Silver and Little Thunder, Gary Clark Jr. rocked, socked and delivered the blues to a capacity crowd at Celebrate... read article

BIG SOUNDS AT LITTLEFIELD: DEGRAW FEST PRESENTS ECLECTIC BROOKLYN ARTISTS

August 8, 2018 by Ray Fontaine

Brooklyn-based recording studio Degraw Sound organized the Degraw Fest 2018 at Littlefield on Saturday August 4, 2018 in Gowanus. From 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.,... read article

Aimee Mann On Stage at Celebrate Brooklyn! photo by Ray Fontaine

A Summer Music Mix With Aimee Mann and Superchunk

July 2, 2018 by Ray Fontaine

Celebrate Brooklyn! welcomed an eclectic group of musicians to the Prospect Park Bandshell stage on Thursday, June 21st, opening the evening long before sunset with... read article

Lucite Tokki photo by Ray Fontaine

Northside’s Ten Year BK Festival-The Music !

June 14, 2018 by Ray Fontaine

Brooklyn Roads feasted on a music buffet of indie artists at the Northside Festival 2018. Northside, in a SXSW fashion, functions by booking music all... read article

First Acoustics Tenth Anniv Puerto Rico Benefit 5-19-18-5

Artists and Audience Give Generously at Benefit Concert for Puerto Rico

May 27, 2018 by David K. Moseder

More than two dozen performers, half of them Brooklyn-based artists, donated their time and talent on Saturday night, May 19, 2018, for “A Benefit for... read article

J Sosa and Matthew Malave at Bushwick House Party photo by Ray Fontaine

Lex On Decks Showcases Rising Stars of Hip-Hop in Bushwick

May 7, 2018 by Ray Fontaine

On April 28, 2018, Lex On Decks, a Brooklyn based record label, threw a basement party at Bushwick Public House to showcase up-and-coming hip-hop artists... 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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