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Brooklyn vs. Bush TV: Stand Up Comedy Night: DIORAMA LODGE: Second to None Tues: Minimalist Brklyn Chick Jazz: Jazz from the Cringe Night: Night with Cecil: H.A.M.: Old Time Jam: OPERA on TAP: Diva Night Kings County Opry: Willit Up: Board Game Night: Knit PH at Freddy's: |
July 2 0 0 8 CALENDAR Brought to you by InfoAsian™, a subisdiary of SINO-It-All™ M O N T H L Y O R I E N T - A S I A N July is here! Storm the Bastille with an ice-cold beverage and let the good times roll! Sunday, July 13, 2008, Fred's 14, O'C's 13. Boy beats girl! Freddy's Beats OC's! CLICK HERE for the Picasa slideshow. 
Freddy's v. O'Connors Softball Highlights Sunday, June 15, 2008, O'C's 9, Fred's 8 Papa Thomas and Duke. Awwwww. CLICK HERE for the Picasa slideshow. 
ON HOLIDAY FOR JULY AND AUGUST: Diorama Lodge, Humans Against Music (HAM). Tue 7/1 NO DIORAMA JULY AND AUG, RETURNS IN SEPTMBER. Thu 7/3 9:30 Old Time Jam with American music from before the electric era. An immense wall of acoustic sound. Jug music, banjos, wash-board & wash-tub bass, tin-can drums. Thu 7/10 9:00 Opera on Tap. Fri 7/11 at 9:00 Al Duval: Tenor banjo, kazoo and original songs; a morbid one-man medicine show. At 10:00 Thinguma*jigSaw, a Norwegian/Irish duo, performing within their self-invented genre "splatter-folk" using banjo, musical saw, flute and vocals. The duo has toured extensively in Europe, and played more than 150 concerts without any amplification whatsoever. Their debut album (awakeinwhitechapel) on the fine Irish label Deserted Village. Foxy Digitalis said this: "Beg, borrow, or steal if you have to, but just make sure to get your hands on this amazing album." This is Thinguma*jigSaw's first time in the US. Also at 11:00 is Misha. misha is a strange mix of simplistic bass melodies and pretty guitar harmonies underneath a wave of lyrical sarcasm and dramatic vocal experimentation. Thu 7/17 The Kings County Opry with -Dock Oscar & The Ambassadors of Love, and Alex Battles. Wed 7/30 at 8:00 POLITICALLY INCORRECT: AN EVENING OF RACISM AND SEXISM ON FILM! Also... For Fred's video.... TV Dreams Brklyn at 12:30 am, Time Warner 56, CVision 69 Manhattan at 10:30 pm, Time Warner 56, RCN 83 by Donaldofinn.com http://www.donaldofinn.com C U L T U R A L I N V - A S I A N Check out Freddy's Facebook!, Donald O'Finn/and Freddy's Interview, and Freddy's on Film. Sarah Brown, you so rock! Check out coverage of Cringe Night in LA Times. Opera Divas kick cultured ass! Booya! Check out what National Public Radio had to say about "Opera on Tap" at Freddy's.. BorrowMag.com is now launched! Go to www.burrowmag.com. Tue 7/1 NO DIORAMA JULY AND AUG, RETURNS IN SEPTMBER. Wed 7/2 2-day count donw to July 4th activities. Go over your check list Thu 7/3 9:30 Old Time Jam with Zot's Dream: (1st Thursday) Always a big night! American music from before the electric era. An immense wall of acoustic sound. Jug music, banjos, wash-board & wash-tub bass, tin-can drums. Fri 7/4 Fourth of July Do something patriotic. Then have an ice-cold beverage. Sat 7/5 Andrea Setaro: Dive bar Dukes: www.myspace.com/divebardukes Sun 7/6 Board Game Night (1st Sunday) 6:00 - 10:00 Trivial Pursuit, Pictionary, Life, Scrabble, Cranium and any other game you want to bring!!! Come to Freddy's for early-evening group Trivial Pursuit and other board games! Drink, make friends, and test your knowledge of People & Places, Arts & Entertainment, History, Science & Nature, and Sports & Leisure. An organized Trivial Pursuit game will start at 6:30 and end by 10:30with other games also available! Whether you're a trivia enthusiast, a sore loser, a fiercely competitive winner or just looking for a drink and some fun, come join us for questions, answers and laughs! Mon 7/7 Stand-up Comedy Night 9:00 Comedy: Host Pat O'Shea Tue 7/8 Old Man Idiom Night "Nope, can't get there from here." It's Old Man Idiom Tuesday, be an old man or just look like one! Hike your pants up to your chest, talk about the weather, make amusing hacking sounds when you cough, complain about back aches and other maladies, tell everyone how much you miss your dog. Wed 7/9 8:30 Cringe Reading Night Get your voyuerism/nostalgia fix in one fell swoop, with real live readings from the readers' own old teenage diaries, letters, and zines. Angst? Humiliation? Breakup poetry where rain rhymes with pain? Check, check, and check. You'll laugh, you'll cringe, but most importantly, you'll go home thinking your grown-up money or relationship woes ain't got nothing on reliving fourteen. "...the funniest night out in New York." - Spin Mag on Cringe Night Thu 7/10 9:00 Opera on Tap (2nd Thursday) Diva Night! Opera Divas wil lkick your ass... with an aria. An evening of operatic delights paired with frosty beverages! http://www.operaontap.com Fri 7/11 9:00 Al Duval : Tenor banjo, kazoo and original songs; a morbid one-man medicine show. Picture Tom Waits strangling Tiny Tim in a Victorian parlor, with Boxcar Willie peeking through the keyhole. 10:00 Thinguma*jigSaw: Thinguma*jigSaw is Martha & Seth; a Norwegian/Irish duo, performing within their self-invented genre "splatter-folk" using banjo, musical saw, flute and vocals. The not yet year and a half old duo has toured extensively in Europe, and played more than 150 concerts without any amplification whatsoever. Their highly eccentric and seducive live-performances has thrilled audiences wherever they have played. Thinguma*jigSaw released their debut album (awakeinwhitechapel) on the fine Irish label Deserted Village. Foxy Digitalis said this: "Beg, borrow, or steal if you have to, but just make sure to get your hands on this amazing album." This is Thinguma*jigSaw's first time in the US." http://www.myspace.com/thingumajigsaw 11:00 Misha: misha is a strange mix of simplistic bass melodies and pretty guitar harmonies underneath a wave of lyrical sarcasm and dramatic vocal experiment....like the Cowboy Junkies introduced to Cat Power by the Violent Femmes. Sat 7/12 2pm-6pm Pablo and friends: Song circle 9-10 Lloyd United: loyd United is a rocking, psychedelic, wah-wah-drenched ukulele riffing skiffle band. Their unique sound mixes Brit-pop, rock-a billy, and sea chanteys. 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM Ryan Harrison & Friends: A polished & spontaneous original rock improv band. Sun 7/13 5:00 Short Film Screening: "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" a strange short film. 8:00 Brooklyn College Reading series: (2nd Sunday) Mon 7/14 Bastille Day Storm the Bastille with an ice-cold beverage. Tue 7/15 Middle of July Day! Uh, wear sunscreen with an SPF of 15. Wed 7/16 NO HAM. HUMANS AGAISNT MUSIC WILL RETURN IN SEPTEMBER. SORRY MEGAN Thu 7/17 8:00 The Kings County Opry (3rd Thursday) The best of Old Time, Bluegrass and Old Style Country music in Brooklyn! Expect some duets and a little magic as these players share the stage. Dock Oscar presents his special birthday bash. 8:30pm Song Circle Jamie Lyn, Honky Tonk Angel Matt Wissler, 70's Style Country Nick Beaudoing with Nora Struthers, Sweet duets 9:30p Dock Oscar & The Ambassadors of Love: Like Hank Williams' Health and Happiness Shows, The Ambassadors of Love serve up healthy portions of Gospel, Murder Ballads, High-Harmonies and Good 'Ol Country music. From Old Time, Bluegrass and Honky Tonk, The Ambassadors of Love cover it all. Timeless classics to originals that sound classic and timeless. Think of it as a musical orgy that produced the six-headed love child that is the Ambassadors of Love. Dock Oscar, vocals, guitar Ebie Carter, vocals Gary Keenan, mandolin, slide guitar Shakey Dave, harmonica Charlie Shaw, upright bass and special guest: Matt Wissler on guitar and mandolin 10:30pm Alex Battles and The Whisky Rebellion: Alex Battles is the Country Music Chainsaw that cuts through the crap and lets the good times in. It's nigh impossible NOT to have a good time when The Whisky Rebellion is unleashed upon the stage. Rumors have it that offspring have been conceived in the sexually charged atmosphere of an Alex Battles show. Alex will be joined by: Sammo--washboard, slide guitar. Danny Mulligan:guitar. Shakey Dave:harmonica. Jason Hogue:bass. Charlie Shaw:drums. 11:30pm and onward! Open Jam. Bring your pots and pans. Stay late. Call in in sick. Fri 7/18 9:00 Rachel Walsh: Big Time Nashville singer songwriter. 10:00 Rad Unicorn and the Virgins: Rad Unicorn is a strange small wooden creature that sings extremely sad songs as it gnaws its way through the luminous secret despair of our modern world. Topics for discussion will include ghosts trapped in haunted trees, mining towns in torrential floods, raccoons and foxes contemplating eternity, and magicians walking roads filled with blood. Usually a duo, Rad Unicorn will here be backed by The Virgins, a motley set of disappointed maidens from neighboring villages. 11:00 The Vern Woodhead ensemble: The Vern Woodhead ensemble plays original rock compositions that draw from influences such as Adrian Belew, Jeff Buckley, the Smashing Pumpkins, and also jazz and classical forms among others. Sat 7/19 9:00 Joseph Blaise: Joseph Blaise and his band are Brooklyn-based musicians with a high energy show that keeps growing crowds coming back for more. Charismatic frontman and pianist Joseph Blaise is a charming and passionate performer who writes electrifying songs for his band and his audiences alike. The tightness of the band comprised of drums, bass, electric and acoustic guitars and vocal harmonies only adds to the excitement that rocks the room at each and every performance. Definitely a show to catch in NYC. http://www.josephblaise.com 10:00 American String Conspiracy: Formed in 2003, American String Conspiracy is a 21st Century string band exploring the American song tradition via original songs and covers in country/bluegrass/blues/spirituals/swing/pop/folk/rockabilly styles--whatever sounds good on whatever strings are available. Their debut album GOOD DAY TO DIE is now for sale at: www.myspace.com/americanstringconspiracy 11:00 Tyler Otis Band: Teeth and heart in traditional songwriting. Simple arrangements and an expansive dynamic with loose, harmonies. If George Harrison were a Pixie! Sun 7/20 Knit/German Night (Give fleece a chance) Knit PH is doing it all summer long in Freddy's Backroom, every third Sunday from 6:30 until 8:30 PM. Stitch. Bitch. Unwind. Swift and ball winder always available. Men are encouraged, chrocheters are welcomed. To Join Knit PH go to: http://knitting.meetup.com/1331/ Mon 7/21 Stand-up Comedy Night 9:00 Comedy Host Pat O'Shea and bunch of funny people will make you laugh so hard you'll end up in the ER with a split rib. Oi, that's funny. Tue 7/22 8:30 Music from the New York Underground: Music from the New York Underground is a monthly series of free jazz and other experimental forms of music. Since February 2003 over 200 of NYCs most exciting improvisers have shared the stage in the intimate backroom setting at Freddys Bar. With a line up ranging from seasoned veterans to talented newcomers the On the Way Out series blurs the boundaries of the New York avant jazz and experimental music scene. Wed 7/23 9:30 the Spines: Thu 7/24 9:00 Bill Konig: Bill Konig is a Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter whose guitar-driven rock songs combine the raw energy of NYC's late pop/rock quartet, The Blue Line - for which Konig had co-penned songs while sharing singing and six-stringing duties - as well as the more intimate, insular musings of a solo artist. Aided by a talented cast of local musicians on stage, Konig's melodic perspectives on life, love and the pursuit of happiness could be considered a living, breathing soundtrack for many a soul. 10:00 Asher Weiss: Asher Weiss has playing as a sideman in several bands. He has an Elliott-Smith-inspired acoustic approach. 11:00 Broken Carousel: Broken Carousel blends funky rhythms with old school rock n roll guitars around big, harmony-drenched choruses. Singer/guitarist/songwriter Greg Bucking traveled extensively with various musical projects, most notably his former band Mother Freedom, with which he wrote and recorded two albums and the soundtrack for the indie film "My Brother Jack". Broken Carousel's debut CD "...your proven alibi" is available now and showcases the wealth of styles and sounds incorporated into a collection of songs culled from a yearlong cross-country journey. Live, the band establishes a funky groove and builds a syncopated sonic interplay between bassist Ricardo Rodriguez and drummer Andrew Bertrand on one side, and keyboardist Dan Nachimson and guitarist Greg Bucking on the other. Greg's vocal melodies lead the listener on a lyrical journey through tales of love, desire, hope, weariness, and blunt acknowledgement of what is and what might be. And accentuating all of these are the soaring soul harmonies and infectious vibes of Pandhora and Charlene, putting the final exclamation point on each line and each song, resulting in a seamless mix of bluesy rock n roll. Fri 7/25 9:00 The Rollers: The Rollers are a rock`n roll and bluesband from Austria (Europe) consisting of Markus Hell (git.,voc.), Simon Koschar (bass,voc.), Shubi McStick( dr,voc.), touring around central europe since about 10 years. On their first step to america you can expect a couple of good,old rock`n roll songs, mixed with their own stuff, driving rhytms, straight guitars and great voices. For further information go to www.therollers.at 10:00 DAMIAN QUINONES:The Bronx native credits his musical style to being a reflection of the multicultural enviornment in which he was raised. Akin to a mix tape made from his Uncles old vinyl collection, his take on "Urban Folk Music" is funky, expansive and equally at home in a solo acoustic setting as it is blasting full volume with the band. Quinones songwriting is part 60's Pop, part 70's Nuyorican funk, and has elements of Electronic music, Jazz, Tropicalia, and Reggae as well. Quinones band is a motley crew of New York cities funkiest. Combining pumping beats, jagged guitars, and an audiophile's love for rare and earthy recordings. http://www.damianquinones.net http://www.myspace.com/damianquinones 11:00 Pocket Monster: Psychedelia, Surf & just plain Punk rock propels the 7 peice juggernaut that is Pocket Monster when they return to Freddy's Backroom with their latest CD 'Shake Shake Shake!'. The 5 guys & 2 gals bring major fun & fashion sense along with their witty original songs and angelic harmonies. They'll also be doing new songs from their upcoming CD "Ambidustrial". For more info, check out: www.pocketmonster.org. A splendid time is guaranteed for all!" Sat 7/26 9:00 TBA Sun 7/27 11:00 Mob Scene: Open Jazz Jam, with some of the best young talent NY has. Mon 7/28 Tue 7/29 Wed 7/30 8:00 POLITICALLY INCORRECT: AN EVENING OF RACISM AND SEXISM ON FILM! Park Slope film archivist Movie Mike and the Working Families Party present rarely-seen 16mm film on the big screen. We must keep a historical perspective when viewing this stuff, using film as time travel to visit our cultural past. We'll experience social, cultural and political attitudes that time forgot! To understand where we are now, we must see where we have been. Be warned: This Stuff Will Make You Squirm! Show includes a lengthy reel of RACE CARTOONS and a reel of Hollywood clips titled MUSICAL INSULTS TO WOMEN chock-full of peculiar role expectations and violent romantic notions. We'll also see a reel of MUSICAL INSULTS TO MEN, some BLACKFACE SONG-AND-DANCE clips, plus samples of BAD WHITE JAZZ and more! If you are sensitive, this stuff will hurt your feelings. Try to remember, history is not what we wish it to be, it is what it is, and it ain't cute! Thu 7/31 9:00 Parlor & friends There's more so keep your shirt on mister poet man!
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