Ada Lea “the party” what we say in private There is something so heartbreakingly lonely in the music of Ada Lea (aka Alexandria Levy). Her music seems simple, but every beat, every musical instrument, have their place and just emphasize … Continue Reading
Posts Tagged: Nina Simone
Darkness In The Light: Vinegar Mother – “The Sunny Seat”
Vinegar Mother “Sunny Seat” Sunny Seat What a wonderful song. A mix of smoky jazz and sexy soul, “Sunny Seat” is about that feeling you get when someone leaves your life, but the world looks beautiful. In 2012 in their … Continue Reading
The Blues Are Alive: Betty Stuy – “Black Dog Blues”
Bette Stuy “Black Dog Blues” Someone asked me, “do you like the blues?” Damn yeah, I LOVE THE BLUES, and Bette Stuy sings the blues better than anyone I’ve ever heard since Janis Joplin, Big Mama Thornton, and Nina Simone. … Continue Reading
REVIEW: Janita – Didn’t You, My Dear?
Janita Didn’t You, My Dear? Comparisons to Patti Smith and Blond Redhead are just the beginning. This Finnish transplant to Brooklyn has the balls and the pipes to make great music, even having the guts to cover a Tom Waits’ … Continue Reading
Cold Specks – Bodies At Bay
Cold Specks “Bodies At Bay” Neuroplasticity Cold Speck, aka Al Spx, is back with a vengeance after a two year break filled with a round the world tour, guest starring with various people on their music including Herbie Hancock and … Continue Reading