January 2011
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Watch HITSVILLE!
A&R in a nutshell. Love it.
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Jay-Z Confirms He'll Help Will Smith Remake...
Never would have guessed!
(/via Paste Magazine):
After rumors circulated regarding Jay-Z joining Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith for a big-screen remake of the iconic musical Annie, the rap star has confirmed the reports are true.
The three stars (Jay-Z, Smith and Pinkett Smith) brought the musical Fela! to Broadway. Now the team will co-produce Annie, which will star the Smith’s...
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FREE MEDIA/ART/MUSIC EVENT THIS SATURDAY NIGHT!
Looking for a unique event that celebrates art, music, media, and of course, mayhem? Come to Flip The Switch this SATURDAY, JAN. 29th! There will be free cover before 10pm and extremely cheap drinks (we’re talking under-the-couch-cheap). It’s in a cool theater event space and any proceeds go to a great cause to benefit TWIZT. Check out the specific details below and we hope to...
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ROCKIN' SHOW: Otterclan plays Brooklyn's lovely... →
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NO PULP MUSIC PHOTOS: Fit for Rivals LIVE at...
Check out Fit for Rivals rocking out at Arlene’s Grocery for No Pulp Music Night. Photos By: Sarah Gainer.
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NO PULP MUSIC PHOTOS: Otterclan LIVE at Arlene's...
Check out some live shots of Otterclan from No Pulp Music Night on January 15. For more photos, visit our Facebook page. Photos By: Amy Mitten.
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6 Pieces Of Music That Mean The Opposite Of What... →
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FREE ALBUM! From One Of Our Favs: Andrew Belle
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OUR PICKS FOR THE BEST AND WORST AMERICAN IDOL...
Surprise surprise, American Idol’s ratings are down this year! That means you’re probably not tuning in. Don’t worry — before tonight’s 3rd episode of auditions air, we’ll fill you in by giving you our BEST AND WORST audition of season 10 (so far):
First, just FYI: Kara DioGuardi and Ellen are MIA. Randy Jackson will enjoy sitting next to a C-list...
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10 Key To Do’s For A Successful CD Release Party
We recently came across this article that was submitted to Music Think Tank by Brian Franke, an insightful guy who took the time to share his tips for throwing a successful CD release party. We agree wholeheartedly with these suggestions, which to some may seem obvious (but you’d be surprised…), although we think they should be applied when booking any ol’ show, not just a CD release party. ...
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FIT FOR RIVALS SHOWCASES TONIGHT AT ARLENE'S...
Fit For Rivals joins us all the way from Jacksonville, FL to perform a special showcase as part of No Pulp Music Night at Arlene’s Grocery on Tues. 1/25 at 7pm. With blog hype, industry buzz, a sparky frontgal, and a dynamic live show, we’re so happy to introduce you to Fit For Rivals!
Well actually, we honestly can’t introduce them as adorably as they introduce themselves:
“Hi, we’re...
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NO PULP MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: ISHMAEL
What do you get when you take four childhood friends, put them in a basement with their instruments, plug in, and rock out? One of our new favorite NYC-based indie bands, Ishmael!
Influenced by such artists as King Crimson, Phish, Tool, Alice In Chains, Dr. Dre, and The Devil’s Lettuce, Ishmael’s sound is comparably adventurous. Jordan Lewis and Andy Werle on guitars, Aaron Silberstein on...
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NO PULP WELCOMES BACK EXILED!
If you were lucky enough to join us back on November 16th, you’ll understand how psyched we are to have Exiled rocking another No Pulp night TOMORROW (Tues. 1/25) back at Arlene’s Grocery!
Covering one of the most praised album in American rock history from beginning to end, Exile on Mainstreet (1972 — The Rolling Stones), Exiledbrings raw energy, excitement, and passion that one would...
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Emanuel Gibson & The Color Green Plays No Pulp...
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No Pulp welcomes back Hunters & Runner for a music...
Yes, yes…you have seen them on our stage before, and we are pleased to announce that Hunters & Runners is coming back for some No Pulp loving for this Tuesday’s No Pulp Music Night at Arlene’s Grocery (95 Stanton).
If you want an up and coming rock band to dig on, these guys are for you. Their music is super catchy (They write some great hooks, what can we say), but it is...
SAVE THE DATE: The next Saturday No Pulp Music...
Mark your calendar! No Pulp is coming back to Arlene’s Grocery for our second Saturday showcase of 2011.
Details:
Saturday, February 12
7PM - 2AM
Cover: $10 (For all 7 acts!)
We have a stellar lineup in store for you. Check back soon to get the inside scope on the bands playing.
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The Speedbumps are bringing Ohio to No Pulp Music...
The Speedbumps
This Ohio band brings on the talent. Their music is incredibly easy to listen to, but this is also a band who has a lot to say. With thoughtful, smart lyrics underneath well-written instrumentation, there is no question that The Speedbumps have what it takes for the stage. Their music is not only catchy, but memorable—and so is their live performance. Their show is very...
REMINDER: No Pulp Music Night is THIS TUESDAY,...
RSVP now for Tuesday’s event:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=161649727216726
Hope to see you there.
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NO PULP MUSIC PHOTOS: Shiv Hurrah rockin' the...
LIVE PHOTOS! Shiv Hurrah jamming at Cameo Gallery for No Pulp Music Night 1.6.11. Photos By: Lindsay Gilbert
No Pulp Music Night is this coming TUESDAY,...
Dig it…
NO PULP MUSIC NIGHT is right around the corner!
Tuesday, January 25
Arlene’s Grocery (Our lovely home)
95 Stanton Street, Lower East Side
Check out these groovy bands…
7PM Fit For Rivals (Sony/ATV showcase) 8PM Exiled 9PM Hunters & Runners 10PM Ishmael 11PM The Speedbumps 21+
$8 cover for all FIVE FREAKIN’ HOURS of music! Let’s do this!
RSVP...
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WARNER MUSIC GROUP UP FOR SALE?!! →
Need plans for tonight? ROCKIN' SHOW AT 7PM...
Liliana Rose, The Blaire Reinhard Band, and Clinton Curtis are playing tonight at Arlene’s Grocery (95 Stanton Street). They all absolutely rock! Come check them out, if you are free.
Liliana Rose 7PM
The Blaire Reinhard Band 8PM
Clinton Curtis 9PM
Need plans for tonight? ROCKIN
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Watch Grammy-nominated bands are challenged to a ‘sell-out-off’
(/via Rolling Stone)
The Black Keys and Vampire Weekend frontman Ezra Koenig stopped by The Colbert Report last night to help Stephen Colbert fill out his Grammy ballot: Since both bands are up for Best Alternative Music Album, he challenged them to a “sell-out-off” in which the musicians showed off the...
NO PULP MUSIC PHOTOS: Vas Vega at Arlene's Grocery...
Check out live photos of Vas Vega at Arlene’s Grocery for No Pulp Music Night 1.15. Photos By: Amy Mitten.
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DON'T MISS CHARLOTTE SOMETIMES LIVE AT ROCKWOOD...
In the mood for an impressive show this weekend? We highly recommend that you go see Charlotte Sometimes on Saturday, January 22nd at Rockwood Music Hall - Stage 1! She was amazing when she played our No Pulp event on 11/30/10 at Arlene’s and we’re excited to see her again!
NO PULP MUSIC PHOTOS: Gilded Splinters kicking off...
LIVE PHOTOS: The Gilded Splinters kicking off No Pulp Music Night on 1.15 at Arlene’s Grocery. Photos By: Sarah Gainer.
No Pulp Music Photos: Charlotte Sometimes (11/30)
Check out live photos of Charlotte Sometimes at Arlene’s Grocery for No Pulp Music Night on 11/30. Photos By: Amy Mitten. For more images, visit our Facebook page now!
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NO PULP MUSIC NIGHT IS NEXT TUESDAY, 1/25!
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The Hip-Hop Word Count: A Searchable Rap Almanac
A rap almanac? YES PLEASE! We came across this funny yet unique and important Brooklyn-based project that we wanted to share. Funds are needed and appreciated! Feeling generous? Visit the projects’ Kickstarter page!
(/via@Tahero through Kickstarter)
About this project
The Hip-Hop Word Count (HHWC) is a searchable ethnographic database built from the lyrics of over 40,000 Hip-Hop...
We are pleased to welcome back Delta Rae for No...
Delta Rae
You have already heard their background information in our last feature on the band, so let’s bring some new talk to the table.
Do you have their recent self-titled EP? If you don’t, you should. And here is what you can expect.
This 20-minute musical snack is a good representation of what this group can do. The songs are very different, and all of them pulled off very...
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No Pulp Music Spotlight: Emanuel Gibson & The...
OH MY VOCALS! In the mood for some smooth, bluesy, folky, rock? Look no further than the No Pulp stage this Saturday, Jan. 15th to get your fill by local singer-songwriter, Emanuel Gibson & The Color Green.
Fueled by the quick pace and culture of New York City, the local singer-songwriter draws instrumental inspiration from some of the greats: Bob Dylan, George Harrison and Jimi...
Otterclan THIS SATURDAY at Arlene's Grocery. Jam.
Otterclan
Otterclan is a group of musicians from all over the world (Vienna, New York, Sao Paulo, and Stockholm). These four artists have come together to form one of the best experimental indie rock bands of the tri-state area.
Playing together since 2007, Otterclan’s music brings together elements of several genres. The result is a hybrid musical experience that is extremely unique....
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We've teamed up with our friends at Jive...
Meet Kal Nwaneri Band!
Kal Nwaneri Band has the music and presence that could fill a stadium with roaring fans. They combine African and American influences to bring heavy rhythms, inspiring lyrics, and an innovative sound that we find to be missing from the mainstream genres. Fronting the band is none other than Kal Nwaneri; originally from Aba, a small city in Nigeria, he’s had to...
Vas Vega: Set to play No Pulp Music Night 1.15.11...
Vas Vega
Who are they?
Vas Vega is Jordan Holman and Mark LeRoy. They are a two piece ball of energy that will melt your face off this Saturday at Arlene’s Grocery—and we are thrilled to host them as part of our weekend No Pulp Music showcase.
If asked what they do, the two would tell you:
“Our vision came together in response to our growing need to identify ourselves in a...
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No Pulp Music Spotlight: The Riverwinds
The Riverwinds
Meet The Riverwinds, a rootsy, americana rock band from a beautiful, quaint Jersey Shore town called Red Bank. They prove that being from the Jersey Shore doesn’t [necessarily] mean that you fist pump, glop on disturbing ounces of hair gel and get your GTL on.
The Riverwinds are: Bryan Wood – Vocals, Guitar Colin Dimeo – Guitar Joe Pfeifer – Bass Steve Tambone – Drums,...
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The Gilded Splinters hit up Arlene's Grocery for...
The Gilded Splinters
Psssst, No Pulp is throwing a party. Yes, yes…a SATURDAY No Pulp event is right around the corner, and there is no better way to kick off this monumental event than to welcome The Gilded Splinters back to the Arlene’s stage. These guys played Arlene’s Grocery last year, only to wow the staff and crowd and leave us all hoping they would come back to NYC for...
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The Gilded Splinters hit up Arlene's Grocery for...
The Gilded Splinters
Psssst, No Pulp is throwing a party. Yes, yes…a SATURDAY No Pulp event is right around the corner, and there is no better way to kick off this monumental event than to welcome The Gilded Splinters back to the Arlene’s stage. These guys played Arlene’s Grocery last year, only to wow the staff and crowd and leave us all hoping they would come back to NYC for...
We are pleased to welcome back Delta Rae for No...
Delta Rae
You have already heard their background information in our last feature on the band, so let’s bring some new talk to the table.
Do you have their recent self-titled EP? If you don’t, you should. And here is what you can expect.
This 20-minute musical snack is a good representation of what this group can do. The songs are very different, and all of them pulled off very...
Otterclan THIS SATURDAY at Arlene's Grocery. Jam.
Otterclan
Otterclan is a group of musicians from all over the world (Vienna, New York, Sao Paulo, and Stockholm). These four artists have come together to form one of the best experimental indie rock bands of the tri-state area.
Playing together since 2007, Otterclan’s music brings together elements of several genres. The result is a hybrid musical experience that is extremely unique....