Nightspots
Thursday Feb 18, 2010
The Ark: Marc Cohn
Rare performance by this reclusive singer-songwriter known for his resonant baritone and his introspective lyrics, who won a Best New Artist Grammy in 1991 for “Walking in Memphis.” His 2007 CD Join the Parade is a collection of soulfully reflective songs that intertwine Cohn’s responses to a pair of disasters, Hurricane Katrina and an earlier 2005 incident in Denver when he was shot in the head by a carjacker. $45.
The Blind Pig: Zach Deputy
Guitar-and-percussion jam-rock duo from South Carolina. Opening act is Christian Rock, an electronic jam dance band led by My Dear Disco bassist Christian Carpenter.
Conor O'Neill's: Toppermost
Local blues-rock quartet.
Elbow Room: “Mofo Karaoke”
With “the standard karaoke playlist crap plus 2,500+ obscure and awesome songs.”
The Habitat Ultralounge: Dal Bouey
Detroit R&B and neo-soul show band led by vocalist Bouey.
The Jolly Pumpkin: Bob Skon
Folk-rock singer-songwriter and guitarist.
Keystone Underground Martini Bar: II-V-I Orchestra
Veteran local big band, led by saxophonist David Swain, that plays late-1930s swing and 1940s R&B. With guest vocalist Jesse Sinatra, a local singer who specializes in the songs of Cole Porter, the Gershwins, Jerome Kern, and other classic early-20th- century American songwriters.
Sava’s: Old Soul Quintet
Local jazz quintet whose music incorporates elements of contemporary R&B, funk, and hip-hop. With trumpeter Ingrid Racine, saxophonist Dan Bennett, bassist Josef Deas, keyboardist Mike Malis and drummer Quentin Joseph. Between sets DJ Charlie Munk plays “rare groove” dance music from James Brown to the Budos Band.
Tap Room: Electric Open Mike
Hosted by The Martindales, a local band led by singer- guitarist Brian Brickley that plays blues and rock covers and originals. All electric musicians invited.
