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Tuesday, October 19 2010

  • Festival Alert: 15 CMJ and Pitchfork Showcases to See This Week October 19, 2010

    With over 1,200 bands playing in the Big Apple this week, it's hard even for the most diehard music fan to make decisions about what to see at the 2010 CMJ music and film festival. He... (article)

  • Vanished Venues, part 2 October 19, 2010

    <p>Danceteria: where Madonna met Philip Glass (well, sorta)</p> (article)

  • Gig Alert: Francis and the Lights October 19, 2010

    <p>On the opening night of the CMJ Music Marathon, buzzier-than-thou Francis and the Lights brings its synth-laden disco-funk to Webster Hall. Download the band's terminally chill "For Days."</p> (article)

  • CMJ Music Fest: They Don't Call It A Marathon for Nothing October 19, 2010

    <p>The CMJ Music and Film Festival brings 1,200 plus bands to 75 New York City venues for five days. Here's WNYC's guide to this year's music marathon, complete with tips and top picks from the critics.</p> (article)

  • Vanished Venues: Danceteria October 19, 2010

    Soundcheck continues its week-long series about influential nightclubs and concert halls in New York City. Today, a look back at the glittery Danceteria and its multiple floors of par... (episode)

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  • Gig Alert: Dominique Young Unique October 19, 2010

    <p>Dominique Young Unique, the 18-year-old rap sensation from Tampa, plays a CMJ opening night party at Webster Hall this evening. Download her "Hot Girl," chock full of rapid-fire raps and high-flying synths.</p> (article)

  • Gig Alert: Zambri October 19, 2010

    <p>Sister singing groups have long captured the imaginations of audiences. Zambri exchanges the homespun sound for some vintage synthesizers and a large dose of attitude. Dowload the band's "Carry Me" here.</p> (article)