Nightspots
Thursday Jul 15, 2010
The Ark: Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem
Boston acoustic string quartet led by singer-fiddler Arbo that plays an original blend of old-time folk, jazz, country, and blues. “This quartet has a rare gift for fashioning hip, sleek sounds from the solid cloth of vintage American music,” says a Boston Globe critic. Opening act is Seth Bernard & May Erlewine, a popular singer-songwriter duo with mid-Michigan roots that tonight showcases material from Erlewine’s new CD Golden. $15.
The Blind Pig: Boyce Avenue
All ages admitted. Florida-based acoustic pop-rock trio. Opening act is Tamar Kaprelian, a L.A. pop-rock singer- songwriter. Advance tickets: $10 ($12 at the door).
Conor O'Neill's: Lucas Paul Band
Local quartet led by pop-rock singer-songwriter Paul.
Crazy Wisdom Tea Room: Dan Henig
Local introspective folk-rock singer-songwriter. Opening act is Jetty Rae, an eclectic folk-soul Michigan singer- songwriter with a resonant, piercing voice whose influences range from Patty Griffin and Norah Jones to Lauryn Hill and Ella Fitzgerald.
The Habitat Ultralounge: Dal Bouey
Detroit R&B and neo-soul show band led by vocalist Bouey.
The Jolly Pumpkin: Dave Sharp’s Secret Seven
Straight-ahead jazz by this ensemble led by veteran local bassist Sharp.
Keystone Underground Martini Bar: Jazz Night.
Local jazz ensemble TBA.
Live at PJ's: Laith Al-Saadi Trio
An eclectic mix of jazz, blues, R&B, Motown, and pop, including many originals, by a trio led by this local singer-guitarist.
The Necto: “College Night”
DJ Hardy spins Top 40 and hip-hop records. In the Red Room, DJ Body-Rock (My Dear Disco guitarist Robert Lester) plays electro- house music.
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.
Vinology: Doug Horn Trio
40s & 50s swing and bebop by a jazz ensemble led by local alto saxophonist Horn. Some weeks, a different jazz ensemble may perform.
