jazz

This edition of past tracks comes to your from the near past. Last fall, Erik Cirelli and I played as a duo guitar version of Host Skull at Roup House. Richard Magnelli, the musician behind Satyr/Elfheim, documented the set. This edit contains a few moments from largely improvised set. Listen to it below. For more coverage on Pittsburgh's noise and experimental scene, keep an eye on Richard's blog for frequent live recordings, commentary, and photos. http://skull-valley.blogspot.com/

Tana, my favorite restaurant in town, is sponsoring a concert by a rather lovely singer/songwriter, Meklit Hader. Her material is a good bit smoother than what I go for, but there are some nice, gentle arrangements. Hints of jazz and some of the Ethiopian 6/8 feel here and there. She is also part of The Nile Project. "The Nile Project brings together musicians from the Nile cultures to play and record music, to tour down the river and its source lakes on a boat made of recycled water bottles, and to share an experience that will connect the peoples of the river." Check out a video below and stop by Tana before you head to the show! Joy Ike opens up the show.

Shadow Lounge
February 7, 2012
With Joy Ike Opening
5972 Baum Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
http://www.shadowlounge.net