I don't know about NYC specifically, but often times bars host small shows that are basically free, you're just expected buy a drink (you probably can even skip that part if you really don't wanna spend money at all). I've seen some amazing musicians that way and to me, small shows like that are way more special than larger shows.
Check out the socials of bars near you and you should find something interesting, maybe even a new small artist that you will love!
May 16, 2024
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Caveat that I am not a jazz expert *but* IMO the best strategy is to go to the solid if popular places like Troy Bar Weds/Fri or the paid events at 91 Living Room and keep track of the performers you like, follow them on socials and they might announce when they play at random bars you've never heard of. (There are also more dedicated divey spots like Oliver's Jazz Bar in Greenwich but cover/drinks are still a bit expensive)
Apr 16, 2024
free drinks, things to look at and people to talk to. what more do you need? thirstygallerina on ig is a good way to stay on top of whats happening in the city. we're actually having one this friday (6pm at 77 e 3rd st) if anyone is around :)
Jun 10, 2024
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I’ve lived in the same apartment in BedStuy, Brooklyn for over a decade now. I moved here to flee the nightlife scene in Williamsburg, which had become tedious living on Grand Ave. Then a few years later, the action followed me, and now my neighborhood is robust with newer bars and restaurants catering to gentrifiers like myself. Bar LunÀtico is one of those watering holes; one that I actually feel lucky to live quite near. The bar, which is excellent, has live music every night. No tickets, first come first serve, and the owner passes the hat around, all of which goes to the musicians. I’ve seen ensembles from Morocco, Brazil, Hungary. It’s nice to have a place you can just show up to and expect to see some really interesting music you’ve never heard before. The atmosphere is confidently cool without being pretentious, and in a city where most bars have morphed into this hemogenous urban nightlife experience, its unique in a way that’s become increasingly rare. See you there perhaps?
Oct 19, 2021
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Recently rewatched this movie and fell in love with it all over again. It's a slow paced movie by the director Chantal Akerman that. The movie follows Michèle, the protagonist, through her day and like the title says, paints a picture of a young girl at the end of the 60s in Brussels.
I guess my takeaway from the movie is that love can present itself in different forms and there are no right or wrong ways in going about that and exploring the different ways to love. This movie leaves me with a deep love for life, even though I'm not quite sure wether that's what the film is trying to provoke or if it's just because every time I hear the song Suzanne by Leonard Cohen I'm high on it for days, which kind of leads me to my last remark: The use of music in this movie is absolutely fantastic and feels like a delicately placed punch in the stomach.
It's on youtube for free (see the link) and only an hour long!
P.S.: This is my first post, I don't even know if this is the right way to use this website???
Apr 15, 2024
Probably my favorite movie! It's funny and sad and tells a story between life and death.
Apr 18, 2024
Exotic Love Song and Instrumentals from the Egyptian 60's
Beautiful compilation that I used to be absolutely obsessed with. Perfect listen for the spring time! Sadly I don't speak Arabic but the sweet and diverse sounds speak for themselves.
Favorite Track: Asmar Ya Sokkar 🌸
Apr 16, 2024