Articles

“Bands do BK” and Tell Us All About It

September 23, 2022 by David K. Moseder

Do you have a favorite local band with which you are on the same wavelength? Then you may wish to know where they go to... read article

Brooklyn’s Past Music Culture Helped Shape Its Present and Future

September 21, 2022 by B.L. Howard

As we look ahead to the closing days of 2022, Brooklyn Roads Magazine will continue to shine its’ spotlight on local music artists, venues and... read article

The Crowd In The Front photo by Kyra Kverno

Afropunk Brooklyn Returns!

September 16, 2022 by Kyra Kverno

Publisher’s Note: Contributing Photographer Kyra Kverno shares some of her imges and impressions of Afropunk Brooklyn 2022 : Afropunk Brooklyn returned on September 10 and... 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

Chris Potter ,Christian McBride and Mike Stern

The Newport Jazz Festival 2022-Through The Lens

August 23, 2022 by Kyra Kverno

Publisher’ s Note: Brooklyn’s own Kyra Kverno is an extraordinary music photographer, who has traveled the globe to capture artists at festivals and venues. She... read article

The Best of Brooklyn: The Year So Far

August 5, 2022 by David K. Moseder

Thus far in 2022, Brooklyn Roads has continued its tradition of spotlighting local talent of various genres with interviews and album reviews, while also showing... 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

The Photo Pit On The Road With NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest and Celebrate Brooklyn!

July 25, 2022 by B.L. Howard

Celebrate Brooklyn ! and NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest joined forces on June 18, 2022 , bringing four Tiny Desk contest winners together on the Lena... read article

Lyle Lovett and His Large Band/ photo by Kyra Kverno

Lyle Lovett: Large and in Charge at City Winery

May 29, 2022 by Kyra Kverno

Lyle Lovett and His Large Band kicked off their 2022 tour with a four-day, sold-out run at City Winery in New York City. The four-time... read article

Sizzling Summer Sounds: The Return of Celebrate Brooklyn!

May 23, 2022 by David K. Moseder

The 44th annual Celebrate Brooklyn! summer concert series is set to kick off in Prospect Park on June 8. More than three dozen artists representing... 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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