9/9/08
FREE CD: Sugar People - PAF2008 @ RIC - Sat Sept 12th
We got a free copy of the latest release from Sugar People for the 1st emailer who hits us up
You can catch Sugar People this Saturday night over at People's Art Festival @ RIC
They hit the main stage at 10pm just around the corner from the MOTORCITYBLOG booth
FREE MP3s: (click photos) Tom Morello // The Medic Droid // Sebastien Grainger
Sebastien Grainger & The Mountains is a record that reflects the majesty its title suggests. Big chords, soaring choruses, and Sebastien’s voice paint the portrait of a man still climbing. While lyrically and musically, Grainger’s taken a sidestep away from the more aggressive approach of his past musical pursuits in favor of a more reflective and personal style, he still knows how to rock it when necessary. Pulling no punches, Sebastien’s crafted a muscular and smart rock record that will surprise people expecting him to relive his past.Best known for his contributions as singer and drummer for Canadian dance-punk duo Death From Above 1979, whose decadently catchy anthems took the world by storm with the release of their breakthrough record You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine in 2004, Sebastien Grainger is soon to be even better known to the world as a singer and songwriter of sophis- ticated distinction via his new solo works. Fans of his prior music will likely be surprised by his new direction: delicately layered ruminations rich with energetic arrangements and deep melodic undercurrents. With his first full-length album Sebastien Grainger & The Mountains he further expands upon the well-received melodic endeavors of his digital EP American Names.
Grainger will modestly tell you “every song is a problem, or an equation that I have to resolve,” but it’s obvious that the results are richer and more soulful rather than calculated and math- ematical. Feeling like he is finally expressing himself on his own terms with the new record, Grainger is eager to hit the road once again and present these songs to the folks who’ve been curious about his next move after the dissolution of DFA 1979. Although he’s a self-described “domestic person,” Grainger’s penchant for singing loudly, playing as hard as possible, and getting sweaty is real–as real as people’s enthusiasm for him to keep doing so.
Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine is set to release the solo album, The Fabled City, September 30th, 2008 via Epic Records. The 11-song set is the anticipated follow up to the 2007 The Nightwatchman debut One Man Revolution. Now being billed as Tom Morello : The Nightwatchman, the album is the first release to bear the political and social activist's birth name. The Fabled City was produced by Brendan O'Brien (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam) and features appearances by System Of A Down's Serj Tankian and Shooter Jennings.
These guys come to Detroit on Nov 22 2008 @ Pike Room
The Medic Droid On Uncensored Interview
Formed in Phoenix, AZ, in 2006, The Medic Droid consist of three musicians who swap duties, taking turns programming beats, playing guitar, and playing synthesizer. Led by vocalist Chris Donathon, the group fuses techno and emo to make commercially viable club music that could easily be passed off as Fall Out Boy with a vocoder and a copy of Reason. Using MySpace's marketing power, the trio established its Internet presence by gaining over 100,000 friends, and in 2008 indie label Modern Art took notice, signed the group, and made plans to release its debut, What's Your Medium, out now.
GLOBAL THURSDAYS Schedule Announced
FORD COMERICA GLOBAL THURSDAYS SERIESHEATS UP AS COOL FALL WEATHER ARRIVES
Performers from rap to raga featured in weekly world music series
What are the hottest sounds in India and northern Africa? Who’s rapping about Palestine and women’s rights? Gypsy music crossed with rock and roll and funk?!
Adventurous music lovers will find all this and much more in the 2008 Fall Season of Ford Comerica Global Thursdays, the weekly world music concert series at the Arab American National Museum, 13624 Michigan Avenue in Dearborn.
Global Thursdays is designed to spotlight musical styles from various cultures and nations around the world, presenting acts that might not otherwise perform for metro Detroit audiences. It remains one of the area’s most affordable nights out, with tickets at just $8, $10 and $12 and free parking.
The 2008 Fall Season begins and ends on the African continent. Launching the series on Thursday, September 25 is MC Rai, a leader of the new generation of Rai music artists. A native of Tunisia, MC Rai has performed alongside leading artists including Cheb I Sabbah, Bonnie Raitt and Michael Franti. The season closes December 18 with another African artist, vocalist Malika Zarra from Morocco, whose sleek stylings weave together various languages and musical traditions.
In October, rock and roll gets all shook up with traditional music originating from the region where Europe and Russia meet, with Hungary’s Little Cow (Oct. 2), the seven-piece band straight outta the Balkans, Kal (Oct. 16) and the world-fusion guitar duo of Goran Ivanovic & Fareed Haque (Nov. 6).
The first-ever rap act from Palestine, DAM hits the stage with raw energy and hard-hitting lyrics October 23. DAM is one of the groups featured in the new film Slingshot Hip Hop, which will screen as part of the AANM’s 4th annual Arab Film Festival November 14-16. And Syrian folk music melds with classical Arab maqams (musical modes) and improvisation when New York City-based chanteuse Gaida takes the stage December 4 in a return Global Thursdays engagement.
From the rich musical traditions of India come Dya Singh (Oct. 9), Trio Tarana (Oct. 30) and Prasanna (Nov. 13), presenting everything from the deeply spiritual to the clearly contemporary.
Michigan-based artists proudly representin’ this fall are Ann Arbor’s slick post-Afro-Beat experts NOMO (Nov. 20) and the always sizzling hip hop-soul sounds of Black Bottom Collective (Dec. 11) led by Khary Kimani Turner.
Global Thursdays tickets are just $8 (students with ID and Museum Members), $10 (advance sales end at 5 p.m. each Wednesday) and $12 (at the door) with free, lighted parking available in the city lot north of the Museum (turn north onto Neckel Street from Michigan Avenue to enter lot).
Global Thursdays tickets are available online at www.arabamericanmuseum.org and by phone at 313.582.2266 or 313.624.0215. You’ll need a credit or debit card to purchase tickets online or by phone.
GLOBAL THURSDAYS 2008 FALL SEASON
(ALL PERFORMANCES BEGIN AT 7:30 P.M. IN THE MUSEUM AUDITORIUM)
September 25
MC Rai
Arabic Rock-Hip Hop-Fusion
Born in the southern Tunisian city of Gabés, MC Rai is part of a new generation of Rai singers. In 1995, he developed his own distinct style of Algerian Rai, infusing it with the traits of his native Tunisian music and Western influences. MC Rai has performed with Rai master Khaled and DJ Cheb I Sabbah, as well as Bonnie Raitt, Joan Baez and Michael Franti.
October 2
Little Cow
Hungarian Rock
Little Cow is a charismatic group of musicians who play Gypsy-tinged ska/rock/funk pop songs. Hailing from Hungary, Little Cow creates real party music that makes your feet move and keeps your mind stimulated.
October 9
Dya Singh
Sikh Spiritual & Global
Dya Singh digs deep into the vast reservoir of Sikh and Punjabi classical, spiritual and folk music, while embracing blues, jazz, folk, country and other global indigenous forms. Singh songs evoke the universal messages of truth, love, peace, harmony, equality and justice.
October 16
Kal
Romani Rock
Playing music from Bosnia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Macedonia and their home base of Serbia, this seven-piece band features a dynamic blend of traditional instruments with a rock'n'roll sensibility, fueled by dance beats and rooted in Balkan blues.
October 23
DAM
Palestinian Rap
Featured in the 2008 film Slingshot Hip Hop, this first-ever Palestinian rap group delivers an East-West fusion of Arab rhythms, Middle Eastern melodies and urban hip hop. Their lyrics are influenced by the continuing Palestinian struggle for freedom and equality, as well as topics including terrorism, drugs and women’s rights.
October 30
Trio Tarana
World Jazz Improv
Trio Tarana is led by percussionist/composer Ravish Momin, who was born in India, and spent his childhood in Mumbai and Bahrain. "Tarana" refers to a song style in North Indian classical music, in which spoken syllables or mnemonic drum sounds are used to spontaneously create a fluid chant or composition.
November 6
Goran Ivanovic & Fareed Haque
World Fusion Guitar Duo
Inspired by the rhythms and melodies of flamenco, jazz, classical, rock and the Balkan region, this performance features the unrivalled guitar artistry of two of the finest players of their respective generations. Their music is carefully balanced between blazing virtuosity and sheer beauty.
November 13
Prasanna
East Indian Guitar
“How can you play Carnatic music on an electric guitar?” asked audiences when Prasanna put one of the world's most ancient musical forms on one of the world's most modern instruments. Leading his band, Prasanna brings out the subtlest of microtones and goes further by extending his signature style to jazz, blues, rock and classical music.
November 20
NOMO
Post-Afro-Beat
With a Fela Kuti-inspired fusion of strutting funk, slinky afro-beat rhythms and the leftfield tones of homemade instruments, the Michigan-based octet NOMO offers an ecstatic and organic groove. Their brainy compositions carefully integrate soul riffs, jazz-flavored solos, and unexpected sounds.
December 4
Gaida
Arab Vocalist
Highly personal and emotionally intense describe the compositions of Gaida, a New York-based vocalist who integrates classical Arabic music, Syrian folk music and free improvisations on traditional Arabic maqams (modes). Her “filigreed singing” is supported by a top-notch backup band.
December 11
Black Bottom Collective
Detroit Hip Hop & Soul
Rolling Stone called BBC’s sound “a combustible rush of rhymes, poetry, live instrumentals and raw energetic soul.” Led by Detroit writer Khary Kimani Turner, this ever-evolving ensemble embodies the cultural energy and sheer perseverance of its legendary namesake Detroit neighborhood.
December 18
Malika Zarra
Moroccan Vocalist
A self-described multicultural shape-shifter, Zarra is known for her sinuous mezzo-soprano and multilingual presentation. She leaps between languages and musical traditions, uniting and enriching them all. Zarra infuses traditional Middle Eastern music with jazz, world and the indigenous styles of Africa.
The Arab American National Museum documents, preserves, celebrates, and educates the public on the history, life, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans. We serve as a resource to enhance knowledge and understanding about Arab Americans and their presence in this country. The Arab American National Museum is a project of ACCESS, a Dearborn, Michigan-based nonprofit human services and cultural organization. Learn more at www.arabamericanmuseum.org and www.accesscommunity.org.
The Arab American National Museum is a proud Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. Read about the Affiliations program at http://affiliations.si.edu.
The Museum is located at 13624 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI, 48126. Museum hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday (10 a.m.-6 p.m. May through August); noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed Monday, Tuesday; Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission is $6 for adults; $3 for students, seniors and children 6-12; ages 5 and under, free. Call 313.582.2266 for further information.
PHOTOS: Graham Parker from Cherie Stangis
MCB's Cherie Stangis was out in Auburn Hills last Friday night at Callahan's to check out Graham Parker off the Bloodshot Records label ...
PHOTOS: Dally in the Alley 2008 by Riaz Khan
Photos from MCB's newest contributor Riaz Khan
1st of many sets to come from last weekends Dally in the Alley 2008
SURA Arts Academy Student Photography Exhibition - Arab American National Museum - Sat Sept 13th
9/13/08 – 11/16/08SURA Arts Academy Student Photography Exhibition
See more than 50 colors photos by middle school-aged students from southwest Detroit who learned to see the cultural diversity in their community in a new way, through the camera lens. SURA is an award-winning free digital photography program based at the AANM, with a sister program in Amman, Jordan. Students learn photography skills from professional instructors and then use those skills on field trips designed to expose the students to the various ethnicities and cultures in their community. The program culminates in this annual public exhibition.
Free with Museum admission.
Arab American National Museum
13624 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn, Michigan 48126
313.582.2266
www.arabamericanmuseum.org
IMAGEABOVE: "Trees Through a Fence" by Briana Pitariu
PHOTOS: Rude Mechanical Orchestra @ 555 Gallery Detroit from Cherie Stangis
"On September 4, 2008, the Rude Mechanical Orchestra made a stop at 555 Gallery for a benefit. While they entered crawling and walking low the ground, the orchestra swelled up and soon engulfed the room. The Rude Mechanical Orchestra bills itself as a "30-odd piece New York City-based radical marching band and dance troupe. They play a variety of resistance based songs, combined with original works that incorporate jazz, pop, funk, hip hop. To top that off, they also feature dancers performing moves from the samba to swing topped off with some awesome acrobatics. "
Links to check out:
Rude Mechanical Orchestra http://rudemechanicalorchestra.org/
555 Gallery http://www.555arts.org/
More from Cherie Stangis - http://www.flickr.com/cstangis
9/8/08
Little Claw / Eat Skull / TYVEK - UFO FACTORY - Fri Sept 12th 9pm
LITTLE CLAW / EAT SKULL / TYVEK - LIVE
Friday September 12th 2008
9:00 PM
UFO FACTORY
1345 DIVISION STE 101
NEW DETROIT, MI 48207
The RETURN OF LITTLE CLAW TO NEW DETROIT.
9:00 PM
UFO FACTORY
1345 DIVISION STE 101
NEW DETROIT, MI 48207
The RETURN OF LITTLE CLAW TO NEW DETROIT.
IT'S THEIR FIRST APPEARANCE AT UFO FACTORY.
DOORS 8PM SHOW OVER BY MIDNITE $5
FREE FUN: OPEN HOUSE at The Fillmore Detroit - Friday Sept 12th 4pm-9pm
The Fillmore Detroit is having an open house this coming Friday evening. The Fillmore Detroit is our favorite venue in the motorcity - if you have not been to check it out since the total overhaul now is your chance to get in for free and really have a look at the renovations."Get to know us!! The Fillmore (formerly State Theatre) has so much more to offer than concerts! We will open our doors to any and all with valid 21+ ID on Friday, September 12 from 4p-9p. Come with your friends, have an appetizer, and stroll through our historical venue at your leisure. Come and see how creative we can be! We can host any event, from casual, to black tie, to office meeting. Drop off your business card for a chance to win concert tickets or Fillmore swag."
The Fillmore Detroit is our choice for Best Venue in Detroit period...and the staff is way cool to boot.
Check out our little video of The Fillmore Detroit and get on over this Friday for some free fun.
Future Upcoming Events Include:
Sept 17 – DETROIT ROCKS THE VOTE!
Oct 3 – Laura Black and Black Daybreak Record Release Party
Oct 18 – Bubba the Love Sponge!
MCB-VIDEO: The Dirtbombs Interview @ Magic Stick Sept 2008
MCB caught up with Ben, Mick and Troy at soundcheck to talk a little about the changes in line-up as the band dips back into the tour next month.
www.thedirtbombs.net
9/7/08
PHOTOS: The Dirtbombs Soundcheck - Magic Stick - Sept 5th 2008
MCB's Paul Hitz was free to shoot during The Dirtbombs sound check last Friday just before our video interview...look for the VI later tonight
more from Paul Hitz at www.flickr.com/paulhitz
Vernors History Presentation - Royal Oak Public Library - Monday Sept 8th 7pm
Do you like Vernors Soda? We love it and noticed there will be a few presentations on the history of the famous detroit drink coming up in Royal Oak and Detroit in the next few weeks.
Monday September 8th, 2008 7:00 p.m.
Royal Oak (MI) Library
Wednesday October 15, 2008 6:00 p.m.
Detroit Historical Museum
Vernor's history presentation, display of Vernor's advertising and memorabilia, and Vernor's floats all followed by a book signing.
The Singles - Memphis Smoke - Mon Sept
Detroit's favorite power pop band "The Singles" will be playing a few regular shows over the next month starting with a few sets over at Memphis Smoke this coming Tuesday.Get on over to Royal Oak and check them out - these guys are tight!
The Singles
Sep 9 2008 - 9:30P
Memphis Smoke
Royal Oak, Michigan
Sep 13 2008 - 2:45P
The People’s Arts Festival @ The Russell
Detroit, Michigan
Sep 15 2008 - 8:00P
PJ’s Lager House
Detroit, Michigan
Sep 19 2008 - 9:00P
Cadieux Cafe
Detroit, Michigan
Sep 20 2008 - 10:30P
Club Bart *’D.I.Y. Street Fair’ After-Party*
Ferndale, Michigan
Oct 3 2008 - 10:00P
The Belmont
Hamtramck, Michigan
Bloggy Bloggershow
Thank the kwame gods above that it is raining today...after such a busy week here the "New and Improved Motor City" we can kick back and relax and work on some of the video and photos we snagged all over town.
In betweeen Dirtbombs / Dally I did manage to catch a few flicks yesterday
--- so check back for the goods later today
I saw 2 great movies - Pineapple Express & Death Race
(FYI - I dont like to watch movies - takes to much of my time - but about 3 times a year I will head out and watch like 2 or movies in row - saw both flicks yesterday and they are awesome)
While working on the good I plan on catching the Lions as they kick off their perfect 2008-2009 season on the way to the superbowl win - Don't you love the rain?
1st emailer to mention "FREE HANDFUL OF FREEBIES" will get a mish mosh of extra PR freebies - some CDs - tshirts -etc..it is really getting out of control the amount of stuff we get.
9/5/08
THEATRE BIZZARE TICKETS - DALLY in the ALLEY - Sat Sept 6th
Don't forget to visit The Theatre Bizarre Booth tomorrow at Dally in the Alley to purchase cheap tickets to the annual halloween party .... $35 gets you in and drinking - costume required..
Mazinga - TCs Speakeasy YPSI - Fri Sept 5th
If your over on the westside tonight stop in over TC's Speakeasy in Ypsi and check out an MCB favorite - MAZINGA! This band is straight out of a comic book and they have a new EP coming out soon....we will have a copy to give away so hit us up and its yours (1st email is the winner)Mazinga
Friday September 5th 2008
TCs Speakeasy
Downtown YPSI
W/Red White & Booze
Devil Elvis
18+
10pm
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