Nightspots
Wednesday Sep 15, 2010
The Ark: Toad the Wet Sprocket
Veteran alt-pop band led by Glen Phillips, a singer-songwriter known for his guitar-propelled anthems that blend a winning melodicism with an introspective, sometimes wry thoughtfulness. Opening act is Tony Furtado, a West Coast singer- songwriter, banjo player, and slide guitarist whose music, often compared to that of Ry Cooder, is an invigorating fusion of bluegrass, blues, and rock. $45.
The Black Pearl: Laith Al-Saadi
Soulful acoustic rock and blues covers and originals by this local singer-guitarist.
The Blind Pig: Pharoahe Monch
Veteran Queens hip-hop MC known for his complex delivery and internal and multisyllabic rhyming. Opening acts are the NYC hardcore hip-hop ensemble Boot Camp Clik, the Chicago hip-hip trio Kidz in the Hall, and Brooklyn (NY) hip-hip MC Skyzoo. Advance tickets: price TBA.
The Circus: Whistlepigs
Illinois bluegrass band.
Gandy Dancer: Bobby Streng Group
Jazz ensemble led by local saxophonist Streng.
The Habitat Ultralounge: Dal Bouey
Detroit R&B and neo-soul show band led by vocalist Bouey.
Live at PJ's: The Stolen Sweets
Gypsy jazz swing sextet from Portland (OR) fronted by the Boswell Sisters-style vocal trio of Jen Bernard, Lara Michell, and Erin Sutherland.
The Savoy: Life Size Ghost
Tentative. U-M student rock band. Opening acts TBA.
The Savoy: The Maunder Minimum
Detroit psychedelic folk-rock quartet. Opening acts are Skeleton Birds, an Ypsilanti indie rock band, and The Boys Themselves, a local pop band.
Zingerman's Roadhouse: Jon Milan & the Brakemen
Rootsy folk-rock by this Detroit band led by singer-songwriter Milan.
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