Vieux Farka Touré Releases New Single 'Ngala Kaourene'
by Michael Major - May 11, 2022
Touré—who is known as the “Hendrix of the Sahara” and the son of the late Desert Blues pioneer Ali Farka Touré—spent two years making Les Racines, representing a deep reconnection with the Songhai music of Northern Mali known as Desert Blues, made famous by his father. Watch the music video for the new album now!
PASTE Premiere Hite Video for 'Eliza Jane' - Debut LP Out Now
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 31, 2017
The new video from Hite, entitled 'Paste' has premiered via Paste Magazine. The song is from her debut album 'Light Of A Strange Day' out now via Six Degrees Records. Hite is the new project from Julia Easterlin and the follow up to her collaboration with Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Toure on their #1 iTunes world charting album, 'Touristes.
Spanning Two Stages Inside BRIC House, Series Explores a Wide Array of Genres in Extraordinary and Inventive Ways
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2017
Every Thursday this winter and spring, BRIC's new concert series BRIC House Sessions explores a wide array of genres - like a playlist come to life - with musicians who are pushing music forward in extraordinary and inventive ways. Spanning two stages, BRIC House Sessions starts with a set by local musicians and DJs on the Stoop overlooking the Gallery, followed by a session with a featured artist inside the state-of-the-art BRIC House Ballroom - one of the best new spaces for live music in Brooklyn. The series continues on April 6 with a performance headlined by celebrated Malian musician Vieux Farka Toure and featuring an opening set by Innov Gnawa.
Vieux Farka Toure & Julia Easterlin Release TOURISTES Album Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2015
In the summer of 2014, as Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré passed through New York, he got together with American vocalist Julia Easterlin for an impromptu studio session. Though this was the first time the two had met, in that session something divine happened, transcending what each was capable of on their own. Thus their collaboration was born and an entire album project, Touristes, conceived; to examine their respective musical roots and passions together and transform what they find into something entirely new and unique.
Elijah Jamal Quintet Set for The Iridium, 9/4; Rain Pryor Moved to 10/10
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2015
Just announced! The NYC debut of ELIJAH JAMAL QUINTET and Guests performing on Friday, September 4! The quintet is led by saxophonist and composer Elijah Jamal Balbed, a Washington DC native named 'Best Tenor Saxophonist' and 'Best New Jazz Musician' by the Washington City Paper.
Vieux Farka Toure & Julia Easterlin to Release TOURISTES Album, 9/18; 'Little Things' Single Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2015
In the summer of 2014, as Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré passed through New York, he got together with American vocalist Julia Easterlin for an impromptu studio session. Though this was the first time the two had met, in that session something divine happened, transcending what each was capable of on their own. Thus their collaboration was born and an entire album project, Touristes, conceived; to examine their respective musical roots and passions together and transform what they find into something entirely new and unique.
THE KING'S WINTER MASQUERADE Set for McKittrick Hotel Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 31, 2013
The McKittrick Hotel (530 W 27th Street, New York, NY), home of Sleep No More, will once again celebrate New Year's Eve amongst several rooms of The McKittrick, tonight, December 31st. The King's Winter Masquerade, which begins at 10:30 p.m. immediately following that evening's performance of Sleep No More, will feature specially-created theatrical and music performances throughout several rooms of The McKittrick, as well as full open bar, live entertainment, and Sleep No More-inspired surprises.
McKittrick Hotel Announces New Year's Eve Offerings
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 24, 2013
The McKittrick Hotel (530 W 27th Street, New York, NY), home of Sleep No More, will once again celebrate New Year's Eve amongst several rooms of The McKittrick, on Tuesday, December 31st. The King's Winter Masquerade, which begins at 10:30 p.m. immediately following that evening's performance of Sleep No More, will feature specially-created theatrical and music performances throughout several rooms of The McKittrick, as well as full open bar, live entertainment, and Sleep No More-inspired surprises. Ticket packages, including party entry with or without dinner and show options, are on-sale now. Those booking dinner will dine in the newly opened The Heathrestaurant. For tickets and info, visit http://mckittrickhotel.com/wintermasquerade/.