Root Down in the Shadow

Time for another update on the ol' concert calendar.   Although based in Philly, I check out shows from Boston to DC.  In April, I managed to see shows in Lancaster, PA & Boston, but I keep my eyes out for great shows that shouldn't be missed.     As always I want to share my finds!  Hopefully you can find your town on the list as well. I've taken the liberty of highlighting shows I'd go see if I had the freedom and time to travel more!! WHO I WANT TO SEE IN PHILLY!!!! First, I'll mention two local Philly bands The Lawsuits have two major dates: 5/11 with Big Fat Marker @ Hard Rock Philly – show @9pm.. just $7 5/23 playing with the Steel Wheels @World Café Live – Wilmington, DE  @9pm The Levee Drivers also have some big dates: 5/9 – Silk City – Philadelphia, PA 8:00pm 5/16 – North Star Bar – Philadelphia, Pa 8:00pm 5/31 – The Fire – Philadelphia, Pa 9:00 pm  National act,  HoneyHoney , comes to town!  

 Mike Doughty is back in action with a new album Yes, and Also Yes and a soon to be released book The Book of Drugs !  He stopped at World Cafe Live, Free At Noon to play a few new tracks and a few favorites! Ironically, the show started off with 'Day By Day By' which only exemplified the stark contrast between the dark setting inside World Cafe Live downstairs, and the mid-day sleepy show!  Throughout the show, Mike gave some tidbits on his new songs, and complimented the crowd on their growing sexiness. New Album Highlight:  'Na Na Nothing'  It has some really fun writing "Na Na Nothing... La La Lucky" Old Albums Highlight:  'I Just Want the Girl in the Blue Dress to Keep On Dancing' Set List - Mike Doughty 11-18-11 Track - respective album 1.  'Day By Day By' -  Yes, and Also Yes 2.  'Into The Un' -Yes, and Also Yes 3.  'Telegenic Exes, #2 (Astoria)'- Yes, and Also Yes 4.  'Na Na Nothing'  - Yes, and A