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Dana Fuchs’ Love….and Her Music… Lives On

November 5, 2018 by B.L. Howard

New York City’s Highline Ballroom played host to Dana Fuchs for a rousing two-hour set on November 2, 2018. This electrifying performance not only showcased her... read article

SHN2018_Langhorne_Slim By michael kravetsky_MRK03232

Langhorne Slim and Danny Clinch photo by Michael Kravetsky / courtesy of Fresh Clean Media

Danny Clinch — ‘Transparent’ Impressions of Art and Music

October 31, 2018 by B.L. Howard

Brooklyn Roads wanted to know how concert promoter, musician and photographer Danny Clinch came up with the idea behind the Sea.Hear.Now Festival. Clinch told Brooklyn... read article

Death Cab for Cutie — A Magical Musical Adventure in Brooklyn

October 31, 2018 by B.L. Howard

As concert goers arrived, they streamed through the magical environs of the Kings Theatre, anticipating a memorable night from Death Cab for Cutie. This alternative... read article

SHN Experience/ ©photo by Sydney Gawlik / courtesy of Fresh Clean Media

Sea Hear Now Fest Experience © photo by Sydney Gawlik / courtesy of Fresh Clean Media

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

NEHA JIWRAJKA: THIS ‘DREAMER’ PLAYS FOLK, CLASSICAL … AND ALL THAT JAZZ

October 16, 2018 by David K. Moseder

As early as she can remember, Neha Jiwrajka wanted to be a musician. “Like my mother, I was always drawn to music,” she tells Brooklyn Roads.... 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

Troi Irons On Stage at Afropunk/ photo by Kyra Kverno

Troi Irons at Afro Punk BK photo by Kyra Kverno

L.A.’s Troi Irons Impresses Brooklyn’s Afropunk Crowd —And Vice Versa

September 10, 2018 by David K. Moseder

One of the highlights of this August’s Brooklyn edition of Afropunk Fest was indie alt-rocker Troi Irons, who tells Brooklyn Roads: “I decided to play... 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

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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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