CSS & LADYTRON @ Webster Hall - 9/27 & 9/28

CSS is a SEXtet who met on the internet and their name, which is an abbreviation for “cansei de ser sexy” means “tired of being SEXY.” Interestingly enough, their lead singer is Lovefoxxx and she sings over uptempo, hypnotic beats that will definately urge you to dance.

The following act, Ladytron, is bound to take the indie-electronic vibe to an even higher level of intensity with their disco robotic beats and dreamy pop vocals. The UK quartet has already cut five main albums and toured extensively this year rocking venues all over the world. CSS and Ladytron have been booked for two nights, so strap on those kicks and go see how hot and tired of being sexy these bands really are.

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GRIZZLY BEAR, Dirty Projectors, and Stars Like Fleas- Tuesday 9/26- Bowery Ballroom

Frontman Edward Droste will be the first to tell you that he never expected Grizzly Bear to get so big. Begun as a pet project in his Green Point apartment, Grizzly Bear began when Droste locked himself up for months on end to record the sketches for what would later become Grizzly's 2005 debut, Horn of Plenty, later enlisting the help of soon-to-be bandmate Christopher Bear.

Debut album drops.

Fast forward two months.

A glowing SPIN review and a Scandinavian tour later, Droste, Bear, and Co find themselves thrust in the spotlight- and suddenly equipped to take on more than just Green Point.

Now almost a full year later, Grizzly Bear is hitting the road again, this time in support of their brand new release, Yellow House. An awesomely atmospheric collection of mostly-acoustic tunes tight enough to have earned "Best New Music" from Pitchfork, this latest Grizzly release is already drawing comparisons ranging from Animal Collective to Sufjan Stevens to Nick Drake. With a haunting dreaminess and honesty that has to be heard to be believed, Yellow House is easily among the top albums of 2006.


Check these guys out this Tuesday with Dirty Projectors and Stars Like Fleas at Bowery Ballroom before they head out West for the start of their North American tour, and see some of Brooklyn's finest right here at home.

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Of Montreal, Tuesday 9/26, Irving Plaza

I originally decided I wanted to see this show when I saw it posted on the Of Montreal website. I saw Of Montreal at a pool party in Brooklyn and they were, well, awesome! If you like hard working musicians that put out lots of new material. If you like music that has pop melodies, but retains enough variety to keep your attention. If you like musicians that look as good performing as they sound, then Of Montreal may be your kinda thing… Enter the twist: they aren’t headlining.

The main attraction at this show is Jamie Lidell, a multifaceted British performer, who at the same time reminds listeners of Ottis Reading and Jamaroquai. The fact that he draws so many likenesses while still being praised for his unique approach to pop sums up the exotic appeal of this artist. He creates music that is easy to consume, but when given a discerning listen, demonstrates an intelligence seldom found in popular music.

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JAMIE LIDELL w/ Of Montreal, Tuesday 9/26, Irving Plaza

Compared by many to a "21st century Little Richard," Jamie Lidell is a throwback in every sense of the word, while still managing to sound fresh, and not the least bit contrived. And I will say this, if you haven't had a chance to see Lidell in person yet, this dude's a must-see. With long, rambling improvisations and enough energy to knock you back to 1957, Jamie Lidell makes damn sure no one leaves without feeling that SOUL power. While still hugely impressive, his 2005 release, Multiply, doesn't really do his live show justice; you just can't bottle all that soul up into a single Pro Tools session. Just can't be done. That said, Lidell's in New York for one night only at Irving Plaza this Tuesday with Of Montreal. Definitely worth checking out.

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Save the date...NYCUG is throwing a party!

We are so happy with the support we've been receiving; we've decided to throw an official gala to commemorate our Launch! To help us celebrate, we've enlisted the help of a few friends. Check out the flyer and tuned for more information about the featured Bands and DJs.

Flyer Designed by our friend Anthony