Mercy Choir - 2 Machines In The Garden

Paul Belbusti's need to create art and experiment knows no bounds. Easily the most prolific artist in the CT area, Paul's main musical act Mercy Choir starts out the new year strong with the first of what I am sure will be many releases this year.

The Guru, Art Decade, New Highway Hymnal, The Televibes and Budris at The Space on FRIDAY

The Guru are rocking out at The Space this Friday, with Art Decade, The New Highway Hymnal, The Televibes and Budris!

Genrely Confused Fest: The Guru, Giraffes? Giraffes!, DRGN King, Oshwa, Art Decade, High Pop and more!

A SUPER eclectic show is coming to The Space this Friday, Genrely Confused Fest, with The Guru, High Pop, Giraffes? Giraffes!, Art Decade and MANY MANY MORE

The Gentle Stunts\Celebrations\Far From In-Between\The Joint Chiefs of Math @ The Space 6/25

The Gentle Stunts are back! I hear they are working diligently on an LP follow up to last years brilliant "Life-Size Deadbeats", but for now you can sample old songs and new when they play The Space on Tuesday with Celebrations, Far From In-Between and The Joint Chiefs Of Math.

Mirah / Jenny Owen Youngs / Jaymay @ THE SPACE 11/11

K Records darling Mirah is hitting up The Space in Hamden to bring you an undoubtedly adorable and awe-inspiring performance, alongside Jenny Owen Youngs and Jaymay.

The Growlers w/ Sean Bones, Denney & The Jets and The Guru @ The Space 10/7

Check out The Growlers, Sean Bones, Denny & The Jets and The Guru @ The Space on 10/7!
Details after the break

OLD MONK / DEAD WIVES @ The Space 9/9

Brooklyn trio Old Monk are playing The Space on 9/9 with Dead Wives, one of CT's best bands! Do yourself a solid and treat yourself to a nice night of indie rock loud licks!

The Dwells, Run The Saints, Josh A., The Mountain Movers @ The Space on 8/23

Bostoners The Dwells hit up The Space on August 23rd with Run The Saints, Josh A., and The Mountain Movers. Be sure to catch this one as it promises to be a wonderful show!

The Guru / Art Decade / The Hiya Dunes / White Savages / The Ferns @ The Space 7/28

 CT Favorites The Guru are playing The Space this Saturday, so get down to Hamden and see an amazing example of CT musicians!

Brett Gleason/Jonathan Sibrava/Tenshi/Luke and Seth @ The Space 7/29

Brooklyn based electro rock pianist Brett Gleason will be performing at The Space as part of their "Summer Singer/Songwriter Series" so get down to Hamden to get your ears filled with his musical goodness!

You'll Live, The Moms, Two Humans, 10,000 Blades, Time Horizon @ The Space

The Space is at it again! This time they are hosting Florida's "You'll Live" and many more! Come to Hamden tomorrow for a fantastic night of music!

Arc Agency shows for the month of March!

I will be doing another one of these next month as well.


First up is a last-minute show at The Space in Hamden tomorrow, featuring guitarist Victor Villarreal (of Capn Jazz/Ghosts and Vodka fame) alongside tourmate Amanda Dellevigne, So Is the Tongue from New Jersey and locals Ferocious Fucking Teeth, Sea of Bones and Suns (replacing Tom Diaz of The World Is A Beautiful Place). The show is $10, all ages and starts at 6 PM. Must be 21+ to drink at the Outer Space.

Jukebox The Ghost Plays The Space! Has New Video!

Philly's own Jukebox The Ghost return to CT on Dec 9th at The Space in Hamden. These guys have played all over CT in the past 5 or more years and people are listening! You should too!
They will be finishing off their December tour on the 9th and will be joined by: Savoir Adore and The Spring Standards.

Jukebox The Ghost also recently released a new video for the song "Half Crazy" from their LP "Everything Under The Sun" out on Yep Roc:



So go to The Space on 12/09, you should be going to The Space as often as it is possible ANYWAY!

Doors: 7PM
Cost: $14 / $12 advanced

BUY TICKETS HERE

Jukebox The Ghost
Savoir Adore
The Spring Standards

295 Treadwell Street
Hamden, CT
06514


Jukebox the Ghost - Schizophrenia by MCT MANAGEMENT

MUSIC FOR MEALS at The Space on Saturday!

Quinnipiac University's 98.1 WQAQ Hosts Upcoming Benefit Concert

Hamden, CT. November 12, 2011--Quinnipiac University's student-run radio station, WQAQ, is holding its annual Music For Meals benefit concert on Saturday, November 12 at The Space in Hamden, CT. Headlining the concert is Brooklyn-based folk pop band Laura Stevenson & The Cans, featuring members of Latterman and Bomb the Music Industry. Their Sophmore LP, "Sit, Resist" was named one of the best records of 2011 by Marcus Gilmer of the A.V. Club.

Rounding out the lineup are Connecticut locals Great Caesar and psychedelic lo-fi group High Pop. The premier of High Pop's "hippie speed ball" was featured online on the College Music Journal. It was also reviewed on CTINDIE.COM right HERE.

Opening the show is New Jersey garage punk band Conor and the Stone Hill Kids. They recently released their independent debut "Don't Move."

Proceeds from the concert will be brought to the Hamden Food Bank to provide food for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Hamden Food Bank is a part of the Keefe Community Center, an organization that works diligently to better the Hamden community.

98.1 WQAQ hosts a charity concert at The Space every November. Past headliners have included Cymbals Eat Guitars, Patent Pending, and Nightmare of You. Doors open at 7 PM and admission is only five dollars, or free with two canned goods.

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The Guru - Native Sun

For four guys aged seventeen to eighteen to produce a band like The Guru, it's hard not to wonder if they are accomplishing too much too soon. I mean, guys, really? Aren't we all supposed to start a band like Old Skull in our parents' basements first? Eddie Golden III, drummer and lead vocalist for The Guru, completely skipped over this prerequisite. Golden put together some very interesting solo recordings, Grave Jams and Life of a Pirate, which are both eerie, dreamy and demented lo-fi classics that, it seems, are merely Golden's dalliances.

So, Golden's madcap solo recordings are one thing, but then to come along and front a band from behind the kit - that is some next level shit. Best of all, his voice is similar to, but in many ways better than, Isaac Brock's. I guess it's safe to go further and say that The Guru are in a general way a little like major-label Modest Mouse, but The Guru have a clearer, happier creative pool to pull from, that hopefully they won't someday evaporate with Brock-like drug-fueled antics.

Kyle McEvoy and Colin Sullivan are frenetic guitar players, plucking around the fretboard in that lilting post-hardcore style that seems to be all the rage with proficient young rock guitarists these days, e.g., Fugue, Duchampion. Dan George locks his bass right in with the band, and without the showy bullshit talented novice bassists often succumb to. I think all these guys probably started jamming before they learned to talk. The evidence that they focused too much on music from the get go is that they all go barefoot, and look suspiciously like Huckleberry Finn, especially Kyle McEvoy in his jean cutoffs. Take a break from playing and learn how to tie a pair of sneakers for Christ's sake.

The Guru's full length Native Sun is out on Sex Cave Records in five days (June 11), eight tightly efficient summer songs, with chanty choruses, crisp guitars, and ass kicking energy. The record was produced by the band and live tracked in a cottage in the middle of the woods in Middlebury, CT. It's an impressive record, and a must-own for for anyone into their sound.

Check the band out at their CD release show Saturday, June 11, 2011, at The Space in Hamden. Also playing that night are, Fugue, High Pop, Pachangacha, Black Churches, Slam Donahue, and a Lovers and Thieves reunion. Tickets are $12 bucks.

TICKET GIVEAWAY for Margot & the Nuclear So and So's

Thursday, May 12 2011, Asterisk Concerts and Manic Productions present


Location:
The Space
295 Treadwell Street
Hamden, CT

7:00pm - All Ages - $15 ($12 advance)

Want to win a pair of tickets to Margot & the Nuclear So and So's at The Space on May 12? Send an email to ctindiecontest[at]gmail[dot]com! THREE PAIRS of tickets are up for grabs!! Winners will be picked at random!

(Winners will be notified May 10th)

last.fm bio:
Margot & the Nuclear So and So’s is a 6-piece indie-pop/orchestral pop band from Indianapolis, Indiana. The band, which was formed in 2004 by Richard Edwards and Andy Fry (formerly of Archer Avenue and The Academy, respectively), is currently signed to Epic Records.

Their debut album, The Dust of Retreat came out in 2006. At this time, the band was signed to Artemis Records and had 8 members. In 2008 the band signed to Epic Records and (on 7 October) released two new albums, Animal! and Not Animal. The band originally planned to just release “Animal!”. However, Epic disagreed on their song choice, and compiled a different list, which would later become “Not Animal”. Eventually, after dispute over which version would be released, it was decided to release both at the same time.

In August 2009, 5 of the band’s members left. They are all involved in other projects, most notably Pravada.

While the band, and Richard specifically have given many explanations to the band’s name; this is all in fun. As the name was created as an anti-name; not meant to have any real meaning, just to make fun of other ridiculous names. The name “Margot” comes from Gweneth Paltrow’s character in Wes Anderson’s “The Royal Tenenbaums”.

The band’s sound, categorized as “chamber pop”, has been compared to the indie rock groups Arcade Fire, The Decemberists, and The Shins, while incorporating elements of singer/songwriters like Paul Simon and Conor Oberst.




with A Great Big Pile of Leaves and Suns

bios from Manic's site

Brooklyn-based trio, A Great Big Pile of Leaves got their start in 2007 when guitarist/singer Peter Weiland and drummer Tyler Soucy took time from their prior projects to start writing material of their own. The first six songs came together as the self-released EP The Fiery Works, which the duo put out as a free download on their Web site. As word spread online, the band’s fanbase grew along with Weiland and Soucy’s excitement to get back to recording.

A Great Big Pile of Leaves toured last Fall on their first national tour with Motion City Soundtrack, Say Anything,and Saves the Day. “This fall tour is exactly what our band needed to be doing and at the perfect time so we’re extremely grateful for the opportunity that we have,” Soucy continues when asked about those large-scale shows. “I spent most of high school listening to these three bands, so it’s going to be pretty surreal to walk off stage every night and watch the rest of the line-up,” he adds, “it’s going to be a great time.”



Suns are a three-piece rock band from Easton & Redding, Connecticut. The songs on their first EP, “Three Songs” are poppy but carry certain darkness to them as well. Their live show strives to be as dynamic as possible with tight musicianship, grand build up’s, and an unrelenting intensity. Suns will be releasing their new 6 song EP, “Be Good Boy” at the beginning of the summer.




2011 Tour Dates for Margot & the Nuclear So and So's:

05.06.11 Nashville, TN @ Mercy Lounge
05.07.11 Carrboro, NC @ Cat's Cradle
05.08.11 Charlotte, NC @ The Casbah @ Tremont Music Hall
05.09.11 Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
05.10.11 Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero
05.11.11 Boston, MA @ The Paradise
05.12.11 Hamden, CT @ The Space
05.13.11 New York, NY @ Webster Hall
05.14.11 Millvale, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theatre
05.15.11 Detroit, MI @ St. Andrew's Hall
05.16.11 Newport, KY @ Southgate House
05.17.11 Chicago, IL @ Metro
05.18.11 Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater
05.21.11 Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom
05.22.11 Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
05.24.11 San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
05.25.11 Los Angeles, CA @ The Music Box
05.27.11 Solona Beach, CA @ Belly Up Tavern
05.28.11 Tempe, AZ @ The Clubhouse Music Venue
05.30.11 Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
05.31.11 Austin, TX @ The Parish
06.01.11 Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live
06.03.11 New Orleans, LA @ Tipitina's

The Gay Blades, Vuvuzela,Those Mocking Birds

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Location:
The Space
295 Treadwell St
Hamden, CT

All Ages - 7:00PM - $10

Buy tix now

bios via Space

Over the past three years, The Gay Blades have built an international following on their side-stepping demeanor, their unpredictable live shows and, of course, their unhinged manic sound. But while their fan base is still marveling at how the larger-than-life duo can fill aural spaces so completely as a two-piece, the band is ready to unveil their sophomore album, Savages, which promises to astonish both their current devotees and future fans alike.



Those Mockingbirds from NJ released their debut EP in mid 2010. The EP debuted at #1 on the Amazon Movers and Shakers chart. Those Mockingbirds recently released a cover of Fleetwood Mac's "The Chain" and are writing new material for a follow up record.

Vuvuzela - Classical Harp, Upright Bass, Piano and Eccentric drums compose despondent circus esq. songs with odd meters. Josh and James from Kiss Kiss are joined by Stephanie Babirak and Ben Goldstein in the odd musical combo.

Jukebox The Ghost @ The Space 1/28

This Friday night, the 28th, Philly indie pop band, Jukebox The Ghost will play at The Space in Hamden. The show starts at 7pm and will be supported by CT band The Guru, NJ band Goodman Brown and NY band Great Dane.

During a conversation with Jukebox´s Ben Thornwill he told me that the five week long tour is just starting and a part of it will be on a cruise liner opening up for Barenaked Ladies. Needless to say they´re looking forward to getting away from the cold for a while and who could blame them.

The band has released two records 2008´s Let Live and Let Ghost and Everything Under the Sun that came out on Yep Roc last fall. Their first record was pretty successful by indie standards and Ben credits that to the fact that the band was relentless on the road and played over 300 concerts to promote it. Its highest chart position was #38 on Billboard´s Top Independent Albums. So it´s clear that their hard work paid off and they have been able to give up their daytime jobs.

Everything Under the Sun was recorded here in Connecticut by Peter Katis in his Bridgeport Studio. They didn´t see much of the city since they came here and stayed for about five days at a time. Most of that time was spent working on the record which took them two months in total to make. It was recorded on both tape and hard drive, drums and some guitar were analog and the rest digital.

Last September they were asked to do the David Letterman Show 12 hours in advance. Ben was in Philly when the offer came and the rest of the band in NYC. They jumped on the chance and according to Ben it was an amazing experience to do the show.

So come Friday night put on your snowboots and get yourself to The Space in Hamden and enjoy the show. Admission is $12 or better yet $10 if you buy your ticket in advance.

Jukebox The Ghost, The Guru, Goodman Brown, Great Dane

Friday, January 28, 2011, Manic Productions presents

Location:
The Space
295 Treadwell Street
Hamden, CT

7:00pm - All Ages - $12 ($10 advance)

Buy tickets now or pick them up at Redscroll Records

bios from Manic's page

DC's Jukebox the Ghost writes a fresh breed of melodic pop tunes driven by fiery rock momentum. With quirky lyrics and inventive songwriting, fans and critics have drawn parallels with the pop sensibility of Elvis Costello, the flamboyance of Queen, the wit of They Might Be Giants, and the creative rock of The Flaming Lips.



The Guru is a four piece band from Watertown, Connecticut. They cut their teeth in small shows for handfuls of friends in the back of a main street coffee house. Soon they streamlined their psychedelic-influenced songs into songs with more focused melodies, slicker guitar parts, and dance-influenced conversations between the bass and drums. They grew comfortable playing shows after a summer of playing every show they could get booked on in New England. Along the way they developed a dedicated fan base that shows up to every show, to exchange energy, dance, and sing.



Goodman Brown is a NJ-based pop collective. Comprised of three singer-songwriters who grew up in the same town, the band formed over their mutual musical ambitions and interests. The band is best defined by their catchy melodies, tight harmonies, piano riffs, and gritty guitar. Goodman Brown's music has drawn praise from influential figures including Pat DiNizio (the Smithereens), Ray McVeigh (the Professionals), and Judd Lander (Culture Club).

The band recently finished recording their debut full-length Moon Digby, which was recorded in NYC and NJ, and mixed by Anthony "Rocky" Gallo (Cymbals Eat Guitars, The xx, The Killers) at the Cutting Room Studios in New York.



Great Dane:
Formed at SUNY Purchase, Great Dane was formed in September of 2009. Making their mark in Manhattans lower east side, the group has made a name for themselves with their piano based, indie rock sound accompanied with a powerful live show. Combining a natural folk sound with a driving rhythmic force, Great Dane will give you a show you can remember.

The Sleeping, Harvard, Breakthrough Frequencies, Dear You, Canvas

Wednesday, December 15, 2010, Manic Productions presents

The Space
295 Treadwell Street
Hamden, CT

6:30pm - All Ages - $12 ($10 advance)

Buy tickets now or pick them up at Redscroll Records

bios from Manic's site
The Sleeping, consisting of a few of the original members of Long Island’s now defunct metalcore group Skycamefalling, was formed after Skycamefalling’s last show at Hellfest ‘03. Living on after the legacy of SCF - Doug Robinson, Cameron Keym, Sal Mignano, and Joseph Zizzo continue to develop and write music that we now know and love.

With a drastic change from the hardcore scene, the Sleeping is now considered to be a post-hardcore/rock band, and has played with bands such as Halifax, Silverstein, Bayside, Stretch Armstrong, Spitalfield and Haste the Day. Victory Records



Hailing from Charlotte, North Carolina, Harvard play a very unique brand of experimental rock music. Their debut album “The Inevitable and I” was produced by Brian Mcternan(Circa Survive, Thrice, Cave In).



Breakthrough Frequencies is an indie/post-punk band from New Haven, CT. Through utilizing a unique blend of dynamics, guitar effects, and honest lyrics, tied together with an overwhelming passion for music, Breakthrough Frequencies is able to paint seemingly infinite sonic landscapes while maintaining a strong connection with their audience. Their recently released debut EP, "The Broadcast Begins" can be downloaded for free below.



Dear You: Indie post-punk from Hamden. Ex-Until We Fall.

Canvas is an indie rock band featuring Ryan from Call It Arson, Chino from The Distance, and Jay/Joe from The Lows. First show!

The Sleeping dates:

Dec 13, Allenstown, NH, US @ Ground Zero
Dec 14, Providence, RI, US @ Club Hell
Dec 15, Hamden, CT, US @ The Space w/Harvard
Dec 16, Baltimore, MD, US @ Ottobar w/Harvard
Dec 17, South Hackensack, NJ, US @ School Of Rock w/Sainthood Reps, Harvard
Dec 18, Warrenton, VA, US @ Warrenton Community Center w/Sainthood Reps, Harvard
Dec 19, Poughkeepsie, NY, US @ The Chance w/Sainthood Reps
Jan 1, London, - UK @ Purple Turtle
Jan 2, London, - UK @ Purple Turtle
Jan 3, Leeds, - UK @ The Well
Jan 4, Newcastle, - UK @ Northumbria University
Jan 5, Southampton, - UK @ Joiners
Jan 6, Hasselt, BE @ Muziek-O-Droom
Jan 7, Essen, - DE @ Cafe Nova
Jan 8, Cesena, - IT @ Vidia Club
Jan 9, Schio (Vicenza) - IT @ Mac 2
Jan 10, Stuttgart, - DE @ Juha West
Jan 11, Wiesbaden, - DE @ Schlachthof
Jan 12, Munchen, - DE @ Feierwerk
Jan 13, Wien, AT @ ARENA
Jan 14, Berlin, - DE @ Lovelite
Jan 15, Lichtenstein, DE @ JZ RIOT