Consider this a follow up to my last post. You're in for a real treat. I've recorded Mieka doing Marked Man countless times but this is the first time I actually got what I consider good sound. Check this out and you'll understand why I think Mieka is so amazing.
Last night was really special because not only did Mieka debut with her new band, but we also had the special guest appearances of the lovely Kiri Jewell and Stefanie Bassett from AwShockKiss.
Stephanie Rooker is making her debut performance at Rockwood Music Hall on stage 2 this Sunday January 23 at 8:00pm. You won't want to miss this.
Stephanie Rooker and the Search Engine are riding high on the release of their debut album The Only Way Out is In. Rooker is one of those artists that really has it all. This girls got soul! And as good as the recorded stuff is there is nothing like seeing her live. Her band consists of some really monster talent who have played with all sorts of big name stars. The Search Engine will blow you away.
Head on down to Rockwood Sunday. You'll be glad you did.
Mieka Pauley will be playing stage two at Rockwood Music Hall this Thursday January 20 at 10:30. And it sounds like we're in for a big treat! She's playing with a new band.
Now I love Mieka's solo shows. Don't get me wrong. She's amazing with just her and the guitar. But she's really good with a band. It's going to be fun to see how they gel together.
Rockwood is a great venue. Show up early and I can guarantee you'll hear some great music.
If you love good music you know what a treat it is to find that special musician that really grabs you; that musician that literally takes your breath away. The type of musician that really pours their heart and soul into their music. Mieka Pauley is exactly that.
The first time I heard Mieka Pauley was in May of 2009 in Boston. They were having a May Day fair with music, great food, and tons of cool people. As we meandered about soaking in the sights I heard Mieka off in the distance. It was just her and her guitar. I had no idea who she was but I had to get closer. Who was this musical angel?
As we got closer the crowd around her was transfixed. People couldn't help but just stop and listen. You just knew you were witnessing something very special. Luckily I had the good sense to record it. To this day I get goose bumps when I listen to her performance. In the clip below you'll find Mieka's performance of Marked Man.
Marked Man quickly became one of my favorite songs. Over the past couple years I've had the good fortune of seeing Mieka play it numerous time and I can say without a doubt that it never gets old. It's a passionate and moving song about vengeance. It's an angry song. And it's one of those songs that you really have to see live to fully appreciate.
Typically Mieka plays it by flipping her guitar upside-down and using it as a drum, so it really showcases what an amazing voice she has. She's also broken a few guitars playing this song but thankfully that hasn't stopped her.
We're really fortunate to have such an amazing talent here in New York City. But if you're not in the New York area don't fret! Mieka tours quite a bit and chances are she'll be headed to your area. So head over to her website for all the latest news and tour updates.
Kiri Jewell and the rest of Awshockkiss are busy recording their album but don't despair! I have just what the doctor ordered: Free downloads of some amazing Awshockkiss tracks. When you visit their website make sure to sign up for the mailing list so you'll know when this amazing group is headed your way.
What better way to spend a Thursday night than finding that next music artist that's going to blow you away? If turning the radio dial has left you looking for something else, head to Rockwood Music Hall tonight for Emily King's show at 8:00pm. She'll be on stage one.
