Joe's Pub Hosts Canada Day Bash, 7/1

On their second album, the double release "eco, arches & eras" (Rune Grammofon, 2008), they dig even deeper into their striking and original sound world - this time with riffing electric guitars, hard-hitting drums and their secret weapon: a drone commander...Huntsville had special guests during the making of "eco, arches & eras". Norwegian singer Sidsel Endresen joined in on one track, while guitarist Nels Cline and drummer Glenn Kotche (both of Wilco) visited Huntsville on an hour-long track captured live in 2007. $15

STRAIGHT UP VAMPIRE

Friday and Saturday, July 2 & 3 at 9:30 PM

Straight Up Vampire:The History of Vampires in Colonial Pennsylvania as Performed to the Music of Paula Abdul. book by Nick Jones, Zak Vreeland and Peter James Cook

directed by Peter James Cook

music and lyrics by Paula Abdul,
music direction by Michael Iannantuono,
with music performed by Dr Steam Whipple and the Prescriptions

It's 1763 and there are vampires in Philadelphia.
Paula Abdul Blackwood is a beautiful young quaker girl being forced into marriage with the wheelwright's son.
Jack Sheridan, a politically idealistic young vampire, is the man she loves.
Everywhere there is dissent. Fractious parties debate the future of the colony.
MC Skat Kat and Benjamin Franklin vie for power in the Assembly.

With Nick Jones, the O'Debra Twins, and Corn Mo as Benjamin Franklin. $15

Crystal Monee Hall: CD RELEASE

Saturday, July 3 at 7:00 PM

"Singing the octave-leaping solo in "Seasons of Love," Crystal Monee Hall offer(ed) a stirring breakout moment." - Peter Marks, Washington Post
"CrystAl Hall embodies everything you want in a soul singer. It's not just the runs and riffs...it's not just the warmth of her voice..it's what she is SAYING that is so stirring!" - Tituss Burgess, star of Broadway's 'The Little Mermaid' and 'Guys and Dolls'

Crystal Monee Hall is a world class singer whose voice has often been compared to the jazz gospel styling of Kim Burrell. Originally from Richmond, Virginia, Crystal now splits her time between Oakland, California and New York city as a voice in high demand, both as a session singer and vocal arranger, recording with such amazing artists as Spencer Day, Jason Mraz and Elton John. She has performed with Disney Entertainment as well as starred in lead role in the Tony-Award winning musical RENT. The singer/songwriter's much sought after compositions have been presented at Rivers of Honey, The Laurie Beechman Theatre's "After Party," and The Triad Theatre's "Just a Piano" series hosted by Lee Summers. Also a member of the acclaimed Jazz Mafia Symphony, Ms. Hall will be touring as they perform their suite Brass, Bows & Beats at major jazz festivals nationwide this summer 2010 including the Newport, Montreal, and Monterey Jazz festivals. Crystal Monee Hall is set to release her highly anticipated debut album River Train on June 22, 2010. $18 in advance / $20 at the door

BAMBI & WATERWELL: GOODBAR
Monday, July 5 at 7:30 PM

Reviving the lost art of the Live Concept Album, Waterwell teams up with NYC rock band, Bambï, to tackle one of the most controversial pop culture artifacts from the '70s, Looking for Mr. Goodbar. Taking inspiration from both the film starring Diane Keaton and the novel by Judith Rossner, Bambï and Waterwell explore the timeless themes of sexuality, independence and persona as seen refracted through a disco ball. Join us for this special first look as we take on this dark classic, celebrating New York in all its grim glamour. $15

NIIA BERTINO

Monday, July 5 at 9:30 PM

Niia is a classically trained pianist/vocalist originally from Boston. Niia moved to New York to attend New School for Jazz where she met Wyclef Jean. Niia was featured in the Wyclef song "Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill)" (peaking at #12 on Billboard Hot 100, and #10 on Billboard Pop 100) with Lil' Wayne and Akon. The success of "Sweetest Girl" landed Niia with appearances on "VH1 Soul Stage," "The Late Show with David Letterman," "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," " The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson," the "BET Awards" among others and a worldwide tour with Wyclef. Perez Hilton called Niia "a singer whose voice is as sultry as she looks." Niia is currently working on her debut album which explores a darker side of electronic pop music. $14

TICKETS

Online at joespub.com, phone 212-967-7555, in Person At The Public Theater Box Office (1 PM to 6 PM), or at the Joe's Pub Box Office from (6 PM to 10 PM) both located at 425 Lafayette Street, NYC

For table reservations please call 212-539-8778. Purchase of tickets does NOT guarantee a table reservation; you must call to reserve seats. Seating, as well as standing-room, is available only on a first-come, first-served basis for all shows without a dinner reservation. Two drink or $12 food minimum per person is standard.