Seems like the year is in full throttle now, even with the handbrake turn that is a leap year, and here we are in March already. This weekend sees multiple bands with new records, anniversaries and one of my favourite artists of the last few years. If there isn’t something to love here then we […]
Top 5 shows of the weekend
As enjoyable as CMJ is (see our review), being back on a more regular routine is highly comforting. Although as apartment heaters begin creaking back to life, the change of seasons seems to be taking it’s toll on immune systems though, so be careful out there and drink your fair share of hot toddies or scotch […]
Silent Barn issues a statement following serious apartment fire
A fire in a third floor apartment at Silent Barn this past Friday, September 25th has resulted in some pretty extensive property damage to the venue and living space, though fortunately, no one was hurt. All upcoming events have been canceled and the residents have been displaced while the building is being repaired. You can […]
Top 5 shows of the weekend
I guess something is happening this weekend, right? Something about independence day, I forget, I did watch that documentary with Will Smith all those years ago. There are some fireworks to see as well. If you’re just looking to rock out with hopefully an extra day off to enjoy, we’ve got you covered too.
Top 5 shows of the weekend
At the time of writing, it’s supposed to be a pretty gorgeous weekend (Saturday and Sunday, at least), which should hopefully make a good impression as there are a lot of bands from out-of-town in the column this week. 5) Tyvek, Laced, Honey and B-Boys at Silent Barn Tyvek make the trip from Detroit Support comes […]
A photo homage to North Brooklyn's former DIY scene
If you missed Cloud City’s homage to the (largely) defunct DIY scene in Williamsburg and Bushwick, Slate has posted a handful of great photos from Death By Audio, 285 Kent, The Shank and more: In the last few years, skyrocketing rents and neighborhood changes have killed some of Brooklyn’s favorite DIY, or “do-it-yourself,” music venues. […]
Top 5 shows of the weekend
It’s going to be a cold weekend, but it’s also going to be a long one so try to get out there and enjoy yourselves. Like above-freezing-temperatures, I’ll practice brevity. 5) Kleenex Girl Wonder, Wild White, Black River Manifesto at Silent Barn Billed as a “post-love fest” for Sunday, you can get your jangle on at […]
Sam Mickens Ecstatic Showband & Revue – Final Show – This Sunday
+++venue change+++venue change+++ !!!!!!!!!!!! This show is now at 285 Kent !!!!!!!!!!!! +++venue change+++venue change+++
Silent Barn's List of Stolen Gear
As previously mentioned, $15,000 of audio equipment, house projects and personal belongings were stolen from Silent Barn. Below is a list of the major missing sound gear: 2 powered QSC K8 speakers 2 powered behringer Eurolive B1800D-PRO subwoofers 1 Yamaha MG166CX 16-Channel Mixer 1 snake with 8 XLR inputs and 4 1/4″” inputs 2 Yamaha passive […]
Silent Barn got robbed
According to Silent Barn’s Facebook page: This weekend has been incredibly heartbreaking for all of us at The Silent Barn. On top of many issues that we’re currently dealing with, over the weekend our house was completely ransacked. About $15k worth of audio equipment, house projects and personal belongings are gone. The violence to the […]