Cate Le Bon

On February 9, 2012, Welsh singer Cate Le Bon performed at New York’s Mercury Lounge.  Telling the audience how much fun she was having seeing us “hot pieces of asses,” Cate Le Bon played an hour long set that featured songs from her records “Me Oh My” and 2012′s “Cyrk.” If you are unfamiliar with Cate Le Bon’s music, here’s a brief primer.  First off, she’s not related to Duran Duran lead singer Simon Le Bon (ha!)  Musically, she is a folk/pop singer who has a unique, haunting and powerful voice (think Florence Welch mixed with Bjork) and her subject matter is dark and is heavily influenced by her young experiences of pet death.  She’ll be playing in Hoboken, New Jersey tonight and invited everyone to come “on tour” with her, so check her out if you are in the area!

See the set list after the jump.

Cate Le Bon Set List. Now property of the G Archives.

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Deborah Harry at WIP wearing a "Jesus Looks Like Me" T-Shirt!

In the wee hours of the morning of February 8, 2012, Deborah Harry stopped by the club WIP in New York to perform with Miss Guy of The Toilet Boys, whose new video was premiered tonight.  In other amazing news, the Toilet Boys will be opening for Guns N’ Roses at their shows this weekend in Manhattan.  Back to tonight - Deborah Harry performed 2 songs including the disco classic “New York Groove” with Miss Guy.  This was my first time at WIP and the club is really cool.  I saw art from several street artists including Dick Chicken on the walls and the crowd were dressed to the 9s in a scene reminiscent of the old Studio 54 days.  The nearly impossible to get into show was also served as an unofficial kick off party for Fashion Week.

Miss Guy and Deborah Harry

Deborah Harry - Dropout Poster

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Little Barrie

On February 6, 2012, Britain’s Little Barrie performed a very intimate VIP only gig at Rose Bar in New York City.  The hour long set was performed for the likes of music industry royalty such as Andy Roarke from The Smiths (and of course myself!)  Taking place at the swanky Rose Bar, the venue was a nice lounge with a great sound system and an upscale hipster vibe.  If you don’t know the music of Little Barrie, you’re in for a treat.  Their songs ROCK!  It’s so refreshing when you think of the bands of today and the limited musical vocabulary of the public to see a band that just gets up there and reminds you of the good old days of Rock and Roll where the band looks like rockers and delivers the goods when they are on stage.

Barrie Cadogan of Little Barrie

Lead singer Barrie Cadogan has a raspy rocker voice and plays the hell out of his guitar.  On drums is Virgil Howe (Steve Howe from the band Yes’ son) and on bass and vocals is Lewis Wharton.  Little Barrie played songs such as “Surf Hell” from their 2011 record “King of the Waves.”  They will be releasing new music very soon, so stay tuned to Little Barrie’s official website for more details.  Thanks for rockin’ guys!

See the setlist after the jump.

Little Barrie Setlist

Geoffrey Dicker and Little Barrie. Photo by Ray R.

Thanks again guys!  That’s rock and roll!

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Ed Sheeran is having quite a week.  In his native UK, he has done the impossible – his album “+” has outsold Coldplay and has knocked reigning #1 album queen Adele from the top spot this week!  He performed a pair of extremely sold out shows this week at New York’s Mercury Lounge and as you are about to see/hear, Sheeran is worth all the hype.  His show was highly entertaining as he interacted with the crowd all night, telling great stories and engaging us to participate in sing alongs.  He even revealed his new tattoo for the crowd!  Press play and enjoy!

Ed Sheeran and Geoffrey Dicker

Thanks Ed!  I’m a fan!

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Rod Thomas of Bright Light Bright Light

On January 23, 2012, UK Singer Rod Thomas, better known by his stage name Bright Light Bright Light performed at New York’s Cake Shop.  If you’re not familiar with Bright Lightx2′s music, Rod Thomas’ voice is extremely soulful over great electronic beats.  New York was in for many treats last night as Bright Light Bright Light changed things up in the best possible way.  Rather than perform electronically, the entire show was a solo piano performance, which Rod Thomas admitted was a fun challenge as he performed his upcoming new album in full.  Many of the songs, he said, were being played for the first time.  Also making the night extra special was a rare guest vocal appearance from his album collaborator, Del Marquis, from Scissor Sisters who sang on “Cry at Films.”  The video is below.  The venue is fairly dark for extra vibe, so please keep that in mind as you groove to Bright Lightx2 and Del Marquis! Bright Light Bright Light‘s album will be available in the Spring, but while you wait for that day, his singles “Love Part II” and “Disco Moment” are available now for legal download.

See the set list as well as a photo of my encounter with Rod Thomas after the jump.

Bright Light Bright Light Cake Shop Set List on January 23, 2012

Rod Thomas of Bright Light Bright Light and G

Thanks again for being so cool Rod and for a great night!  Speaking on behalf of the crowd, we are hoping to see a lot more of you in the very near future!

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