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Friday 12/02 at 9:35 PM $15
Barbez New York City
For anyone tracking the shifts in the New York City music scene, 2004 will be remembered for the sudden explosion of "punk-cabaret." Driven by acts like Rage Against the Machine, The Dresden Dolls, and Barbez, this sound quickly broke out of the underground—largely due to its wild, magnetic blend of influences ranging from Eastern Europe and modern America folk traditions and German cabaret to experimental rock and punk. What sets Barbez apart from the rest is the brilliance of theremin player Pamelia Kurstin. In fact, the legendary analog synth inventor Bob Moog—a massive fan of the group—once called her "the greatest living theremin player in the world." Following the success of their debut this year, Barbez recorded their follow-up, “Insignificant,” also released via Important, a label that hosts heavyweights like Acid Mothers Temple, Merzbow, and Sun City Girls...
Beyond the incredible Pamelia, you have to mention the vocalist Ksenia Vydiaykina—a Russian Singer Who comes across like Joan of Arc with a sense of humor and an actress based in New York City—alongside lead composer and guitarist Dan Kaufman.
"Barbez is one of my favorite bands. For me, their musicianship, creativity, and intelligent presentation just makes me feel good to listen to them, both live and on CD.." Bob Moog
“Barbez includes a brilliant theremin player who smokes cigarettes and a full–throated Russian singer who comes across like Joan of Arc with a sense of humor. They cover everything from Bertolt Brecht to Black Sabbath, but the real attraction is their melodically haunting originals. With a folk-music sound located somewhere between turn-of-century Eastern Europe and modern America, it’s arty rock that moves between brooding and winking.” The New Yorker
Monday 12/19 at 9:35 PM $15
Nina Nastasia New York City
Nina has played here several times already, so instead of a long bio, consider this a warning: she’ll be performing in the small semi-circular hall at the theater, which means tickets will be limited...
Barbez New York City
For anyone tracking the shifts in the New York City music scene, 2004 will be remembered for the sudden explosion of "punk-cabaret." Driven by acts like Rage Against the Machine, The Dresden Dolls, and Barbez, this sound quickly broke out of the underground—largely due to its wild, magnetic blend of influences ranging from Eastern Europe and modern America folk traditions and German cabaret to experimental rock and punk. What sets Barbez apart from the rest is the brilliance of theremin player Pamelia Kurstin. In fact, the legendary analog synth inventor Bob Moog—a massive fan of the group—once called her "the greatest living theremin player in the world." Following the success of their debut this year, Barbez recorded their follow-up, “Insignificant,” also released via Important, a label that hosts heavyweights like Acid Mothers Temple, Merzbow, and Sun City Girls...
Beyond the incredible Pamelia, you have to mention the vocalist Ksenia Vydiaykina—a Russian Singer Who comes across like Joan of Arc with a sense of humor and an actress based in New York City—alongside lead composer and guitarist Dan Kaufman.
"Barbez is one of my favorite bands. For me, their musicianship, creativity, and intelligent presentation just makes me feel good to listen to them, both live and on CD.." Bob Moog
“Barbez includes a brilliant theremin player who smokes cigarettes and a full–throated Russian singer who comes across like Joan of Arc with a sense of humor. They cover everything from Bertolt Brecht to Black Sabbath, but the real attraction is their melodically haunting originals. With a folk-music sound located somewhere between turn-of-century Eastern Europe and modern America, it’s arty rock that moves between brooding and winking.” The New Yorker
Monday 12/19 at 9:35 PM $15
Nina Nastasia New York City
Nina has played here several times already, so instead of a long bio, consider this a warning: she’ll be performing in the small semi-circular hall at the theater, which means tickets will be limited...