The Red Masque performed last night at the National Mechanics in Philly as a special tribute show to David E. Williams and Germ Books (http://www.germbooks.com/). David is a musician as well as the founder of Germ Books, which he announced would be closing earlier this month. Germ is a counter culture institution in Philadelphia and was the host to many discussion groups, music shows (including The Red Masque) and art shows (including work by TRM's Lynnette and Brandon). So last night's show was a tribute to both David as well as GERM.
A review, posted on facebook, during the performance, along with a photo:
"TRM at national mechanics right now! Avant/psych/prog meets krautrock via Germantown...imagine grace slick in king crimson at their most experimental and punishing mathrock. Hard as nails and arty too! ... The Red Masque and their new lineup will absolutely destroy tall buildings and young minds alike. What an amazing performance & absolutely awesome songs. This new lineup has possibly some of the tightest and hippest drumming that you can still groove to in odd time signatures. Lynette has found a band that suits her vocal range & doesn't try to over power her. Magnificent music with solid songs that deliver gold!" - John Cecil Price
"TRM at national mechanics right now! Avant/psych/prog meets krautrock via Germantown...imagine grace slick in king crimson at their most experimental and punishing mathrock. Hard as nails and arty too! ... The Red Masque and their new lineup will absolutely destroy tall buildings and young minds alike. What an amazing performance & absolutely awesome songs. This new lineup has possibly some of the tightest and hippest drumming that you can still groove to in odd time signatures. Lynette has found a band that suits her vocal range & doesn't try to over power her. Magnificent music with solid songs that deliver gold!" - John Cecil Price
Next show: Feb 16 at the North Star in Philadelphia opening for Martin Bisi (with special guest Brian Viglione of the Dresden Dolls).
Info:
Martin Bisi, a New York performer and well-known record producer has been at a crossroads of indie/punk, avant garde, noire/cabaret rock, and electronic music since the early 80's, recording classic albums by Sonic Youth, Swans, John Zorn, Bill Laswell/Material, Helmet, Herbie Hancock (Rockit), Africa Bambaata, The Boredoms, The Dresden Dolls, White Zombie, Cop Shoot Cop, Foetus, Unsane and others. In his own band, Martin Bisi [band] where he plays guitar and sings, the songs incorporate story-telling and range between dark and down-tempo, and fast and light-hearted. Bisi also does unique ambient sound layering that reminds of his studio work. Martin Bisi's band at this show will include Brian Viglione of The Dresden Dolls on drums.
The Red Masque are pleased to be opening for Bisi at one of the premier music clubs in Philadelphia.
See www.theredmasque.com/shows.html for info or go to the facebook event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=155354577848625.
Info:
Martin Bisi, a New York performer and well-known record producer has been at a crossroads of indie/punk, avant garde, noire/cabaret rock, and electronic music since the early 80's, recording classic albums by Sonic Youth, Swans, John Zorn, Bill Laswell/Material, Helmet, Herbie Hancock (Rockit), Africa Bambaata, The Boredoms, The Dresden Dolls, White Zombie, Cop Shoot Cop, Foetus, Unsane and others. In his own band, Martin Bisi [band] where he plays guitar and sings, the songs incorporate story-telling and range between dark and down-tempo, and fast and light-hearted. Bisi also does unique ambient sound layering that reminds of his studio work. Martin Bisi's band at this show will include Brian Viglione of The Dresden Dolls on drums.
The Red Masque are pleased to be opening for Bisi at one of the premier music clubs in Philadelphia.
See www.theredmasque.com/shows.html for info or go to the facebook event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=155354577848625.
In other news, TRM's Lynnette Shelley will have a solo art show from Feb. 4 through 27 at Nichols Berg Gallery in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia. Artist reception is on Friday, Feb. 4 from 6-9 PM. There will be complimentary refreshments and you can meet and greet with Lynnette. All work at the gallery is for sale.
Go to the facebook event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=155354577848625
Info:
"Curious Creatures" Art Show by Lynnette Shelley
Come see a solo art show of mostly all-new, never previously exhibited artwork at Nichols Berg Gallery in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia.
Go to the facebook event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=155354577848625
Info:
"Curious Creatures" Art Show by Lynnette Shelley
Come see a solo art show of mostly all-new, never previously exhibited artwork at Nichols Berg Gallery in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia.
Artworks will be a wide variety of price ranges as well as sizes. "One of my primary interests has always been exploring legends and stories from around the world. Why are certain motifs ubiquitous across cultures and continents? These archetypal stories are told repeatedly in different guises throughout myth and folklore, and animals are often used to convey these mysteries. Whether painted on cave walls, portrayed as omens or worshiped as personifications of the gods, animals were a favorite theme for our ancestors. My artwork takes a closer look at this archetypal animal kingdom. Reinterpreted through abstraction, decorative element and contemporary vision, these creatures speak to our collective unconscious."
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