Nightspots
Thursday Feb 25, 2010
The Ark: Guggenheim Grotto
Acclaimed Dublin pop-folk trio known for its soaring melodies and gorgeous vocal harmonies. “With debts to both Radiohead and the Beatles, this is modern, intelligent, lyrically potent pop,” says a Boston Herald reviewer. “Nearly the only thing overtly Irish about the Grotto is its love affair with words.” $13.50.
The Blind Pig: Fun
All ages admitted. New York City pop-rock trio with an acclaimed debut CD, Aim and Ignite. Opening acts are Cheap Girls, a Lansing powerpop trio, and another band TBA. Advance tickets: $13 ($15 at the door). 8 p.m.-midnight.
Conor O'Neill's: Mossy Moran
Traditional singer from Ireland.
Elbow Room: “Mofo Karaoke”
With “the standard karaoke playlist crap plus 2,500+ obscure and awesome songs.”
The Habitat Ultralounge: Slice
East Lansing pop dance quartet.
The Jolly Pumpkin: Dave Sharp’s Secret Seven
Straight-ahead jazz by this ensemble led by veteran local bassist Sharp.
Keystone Underground Martini Bar: Jesse Sinatra & the Martinis
New local swing trio led by vocalist Sinatra.
Sava’s:
TBA.
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.
