Corktown Tavern - Michigan Ave.

Saturday, August 16		Electro Mechanics Detroit burn geoff johnson jeff comer benji hayes revolt ian givens dj dru calico superjoint FREE B4 Midnight :: $5 after 12 21+ :: Ddoors @ 10pm
Friday, August 15		To and Fro "Elemental narratives that resolve to light but only after a sojourn" Lightning Love! "Lightning Love is an Ann Arbor-area outfit with twee-pop songs in the vein of Glo-Worm or other 7"-friendly groups from the early 1990s. A bit of woe, a bit of sweet, some keys and some drinks. With some promo this shit could move millions at Target." Elle and the Fonts "Detroit's Holly Golightly with some Runaway's attitude" Deleted Scenes (DC-Brooklyn) "Deleted Scenes moved us past the first date and right into that stage where you have an unbridled passion for someone and can't keep your hands off them trying to discover every inch and exhausting yourself in the effort. Blowing off the haze of a Sunday night, fronted by the wiry charisma of Dan Scheuerman and his eyes that hang like he never sleeps, they brought a thumping big sound and tension to the proceedings. They show lots of DC influences in their playing, from Dismemberment Plan yelps and angles to Fugazi ragga and Jawbox rumble. However, it was when they hit the big radio-ready choruses (reminding me actually of Old 97s – a reference the band might cringe at) that they were the most interesting. Knocking into shape a little more and finding their own voice (trust those pop instincts and more synth – I know I know) and they could be big news soon."
Monday, August 11		Jehovah's Witness Protection Plan "JWPP loves to rock. We don't care what you think about rock and roll or 36 year old boy-men who play it. Neither of us are dead... and we are SURE of that. Are you? Over the last year we've met a ton of people that we absolutely fell in love with. Pretty sure you all know who you are. If you even have to think twice about it, then it's you we're talking about. If you want to join the list, come see us... everybody has a shot at being loved with JWPP. To borrow a phrase from a childhood church song, "red and yellow black and white"... We also fell in love with each other, ourselves, and rock and roll. You can scoff, smirk, point fingers and giggle... your picket fence will never keep us off your lawn. If you hear a knock on your door, don't be surprised. We are coming to wake you up and make you live again." Netherfriends "Some guy once told us we sound like the bastard pop-band from hell that he has always been looking for," says singer/guitarist/pianist/anything-ist, Shawn Rosenblatt of his fuzzed experimental gypsy space-folk trio, The Netherfriends. The guy also said their sound might sound like, "if the Zombies and Animal Collective met and recorded in a kitchen." the Whales "Sebadoh and Elvis Costello go fishing" Red China "Red China rocks spaced out dissonance like nobody else in town right now. Theyve completed something like 45 CDr albums of original material and show no signs of stopping with their first official release. Spacey, psyched out space rock with elements of VU, Spacemen 3 and other torchbearers. Are you ready for a totally engaging zone out?"
Saturday, August 9		Artists: Ron Finch Brick Wall Leather Man Ron Zakrin Mark Heggie Gary Roscoe Karl Schneider Jerome Ferretti Don Thibodeaux Keith Coleman Bubba Lynne Spanke Jhon Aretakis Bill Hauser M 80 Nina Friday T.M. Caldwell Robert Zahorsky Jeremy Harvey Rick Ruiner Mike Flesh Jeff Evarts Wez Mfg Jimbo Easter *FEATURED ARTIST:* Mark Arminski Music provided by: Jack Oblivion (the Oblivions & Compulsive Gamblers) Apostle TK (Neck Bones & Preachers Kids) The Meltdowns (3d Invisables & Volcanos) Dale Beavers w/ ( Dale Hawkins & JR Kimbrough) Virgina North Operative A (Southland Inc & Kenny Brown) A Saucy fashion show by Mother Fletchers Special performances by: Foxy Fearle$$ The Motor City Dolls Revue A Titillating Dunk Tank The Burnout Patio Chopper & Custom Class Trophies Big Buck BAR B-Q August 9th gates at 3pm $12.00 entry BIKES/BOOZE/BAR B-Q/BABES
Friday, August 8		The Cut Loose "maximum Detroit R&B. A reminder to who only follows the mold of Garage rock that there are more legitimate heirs..like the Cut-Loose" The Hadituptoheres "Do you ever get that feeling when you are driving home from a job you hate or a situation you can no longer take? That pretty much sums it up. Plus, if you've been paying attention to a lot of music lately, we're sure you'll understand." — The Hadituptoheres Yeah, I get that feeling all of the time thinking about the overwhelming amount of people who like shitty music and how often good music is overlooked. Hopefully these guys won't be. Their music deals with the same shit that a majority of us pissed off individuals face; "Punk, justice, making love and breaking up in the Motor City," according to them. A perfect blend of aggressive punk with catchy poppy type hooks make them a band that everyone with good taste can enjoy. "The original idea was for us to be a heavily punk-influenced power-pop band. However, the poppier side started to fade as we got into writing together more and more. These days we try to be more aggressive. Our songs are louder, noisier and faster. We haven't totally abandoned our pop roots though; hooks are peppered throughout to help keep people singing along," they say." Real Detroit Weekly Reverse X Rays (Austin) "This Austin based band returns from the future with post Western insight. Their name is derived from this tidbit: According to James Brown (the late expert on the subject), Reverse X Rays come out of the TV set and are used by nefarious federal agents to alter the brains of our fellow citizens. #5 in Ten Austin Bands you should know compiled by the Daily Texan, July 5th 2007" The Fury "The Fury is a punk rock power trio from Detroit. Originally formed in 1983 in Ann Arbor, It is hard to pinpoint their style, but it is certainly punk, sprinkled with thrash and a pinch of rock. Mainly, you will hear fast songs with furious lyrics, in addition to power chords, and righteous guitar solos by Dr. Vic RoX. The steady non-drum-solo beat is provided by Mr. Evan Rude. And the no-nonsense bottom end attack is graciously presented by Madd Anthony."
Saturday, August 2		Punisher -Hej Christos -Hot House Geoff Johnson -EMD Tim Nobody -Hot House Dru -Hijacked Jeff Comer -EMD Vacuum -CPM John Overfiend -Hej Roach -Detroit 3 rooms of music 21+ :: No Cover more djs + info. to follow....
Friday, August 1		The Thunder Chickens "From the moment the music started, it occurred to me that one doesn't merely listen to or watch the Thunderchickens, one travels with them. They take you and you go - no questions. No hesitation. No doubts. You know that even though you have no idea where you're headed, it's exactly where you need to go..pounding into you and changing not merely your opinions about music, but the way you hear music - the way you hear everything. That's the journey you are now on. They conjure up a sonic tidal wave. A surf breaking rocks (what surf-rock should have been). Jekel ravishes his guitar (think the grittier portrayals of "Leda and the Swan"), and Matt Kramer on drums and Justin McKinnon on bass carve cliffs and reefs riddled with the perches of screaming seabirds. Mel, in the center of it all, makes love to that ocean of sound. Offers herself to the sea with no fear of drowning. But it would be a mistake to write her off as merely a sexual force of energy - it is her words, her voice, her violin that make her a gifted artist who makes you willing to kill or die to have her there on that stage." Almost Free "Almost Free has the perspective of many european bands that reflect back to us our lineage of pop music" The Mantons "He decided that it was time to start a band. Why? Because it was time. And so, he did. This is the virtual fruit of those labours. Naturally, actually seeing the band is the only way to truly cast judgement. This virtual world, well, it will always leave something to be desired. There are many here who create megalomaniatic labrynthine sites, complete with tits and ass, and that's OK. But it doesn't really mean anything. Manton has always drawn a line in the sand: Shit, or get off the pot. That's his motto. This band doesn't have a ghost of a chance here, but on a stage, they'll fight it out like David and by the power of Fiat will beat any pasty, Jowelly Goliath. That's becasue The Mantons are lean and mean. Nobody has ever given them an inch; they probably never will. That's because people are afraid of a band that tells it like it is. But, in the end, The Mantons Do The Thing That Must Be Done. They are Here, for You. Enjoy." Emily Rose "surprisingly soulful , smooth, and sultry", Pauline Lupercio, Detroit News. "truth be told the girl has one hell of a set of pipes", Adam Bark, The Record.
Saturday, July 26		The Detroit Techno Militia and Bang Tech 12 present: Beatbox This night will feature Djs from both groups with Dj Seoul and Superjoint as the monthly residents and Special Guests hosting Downstairs Saturday July 26th Bileebob Underground Resistance / Famzine.com / Bang Tech 12 T.Linder Detroit Techno Militia Downstairs Hosted by F.A.Y.D. JAVA (J.P. & Ava) 5 hour marathon set
Friday, July 25		Millions of Brazilians "Millions of Brazillians have a hard, booming sound, a rough, pushy rock and pop vibe pulling as much inspiration from Stevie Wonder as it does Fugazi. The trio, Nick and brothers Zoz and Derek, prove that power trios can exist without a bass player – and that it adds to versatility; says Zoz, "We found that working out the problems of not having [a bass player] made for a more interesting writing process," adding that other influences include Martin Gaye for Nick, Jonny Greenwood for Derek and Interpol for Zoz. Piston-pumping-percussions, a low buzzing, wide swaying guitar hooks like unforgiving rapids under a cutting-toned lead that shrieks and wails into beautifully caustic solos. Manna and Quail "{Black screen- and slowly red light on the horizon. The Detroit River is burning. Sparks and embers reel and fly from the blaze and scatter out of the urban inferno. One by one they plummet into the soft dark surrounding the city. Green green blue the ashes are reflections from tv screens, lcd displays, unblinking eyes, streetlights. In a small corner the diffused light rejoins. Enter Steve Saputo- all five o'clock shadow and bottle green eyes Enter an idea a polychromatic landscape of emotion, strange chords and sublime melodies Enter Matt Walsh Enter Gjon Gegaj coral eyelids and lashes- bass building a foundation for castles in the sky Awash in the embryonic pulse of the hearbeat emerges Adam Davis essential, innocent Together these streams of molten consciousness begin flowing back, back to the ruined volcano of a fallen metropolis. A blazing stream of sound winding towards the source of motion. The past and future of Detroit. Manna and Quail together. Just over a year ago from the imagination of Steve Saputo a musical aesthetic emerged blending ethereal harmonies with a gritty pop rhthym. He formed Manna and Quail with a handful of talented musicians playing around Detroit. Each one of the band members brings a unique musical perspective that complements and completes Saputo's distinct sound." Friendly Foes "Friendly Foes first took form as a solo project of Thunderbirds Are Now! frontman-guitarist Ryan Allen. The outfit shares TAN!'s nervous energy (and, naturally, Ryan's itchy adenoidal man-child vocals), but the band tips its hat to latter '90s indie-rock instead of TAN!'s Brooklyn-damaged dance-rawk. Sez Ryan: "Our jams are constructed using the simplest of methods — a few chords, some lyrics about people we hate, some crashing, some banging, some thudding and some rumbling. This band is basically a replication of my 7-inch collection from 1996, and I'm proud of that." Deastro
Wednesday, July 23		The JOHNNY ILL BAND "i hereby and summarily christen the good ship illypop with a jug of mango nail varnish" - Jacopo Belbo METH TEETH The debut 7" EP from the ominously named Portland combo Meth Teeth has arrived this week on Sweet Rot Records, and it's got such an unsettling vibe of depravity and ruinous tones ringing throughout its grooves that it might just be that record that keeps you up at night, listening for those inevitable voices to creep inside your head. The band includes members of Artificial Limbs, Leper Print, and Night Wounds and churns out four powerful and subdued songs that reach beyond the scope of their members' previous incarnations, with an unnerving twisted conviction. It penetrates the genre confines with ease, just like some of their contemporaries such as Sic Alps and Nothing People have done so well, and ushers their name into the hushed inner circles of the discerning underground rock'n'roll cognoscenti. The 7" is divided between two sides that show different facets to their direction, and the first tracks linger in a muddier psychedelic swamp of twirling melodies that form a beautiful backdrop for the eerie echoed vocals to seep into, and you'll see how well Meth Teeth craftily utilize their haunting guitar umbrage to maximum effect with such lush minimalism. "Bus Rides" slides around the grease and grime-laden blueprint that they have forged out of fragments of broken light bulbs and illusions of glassine spiders crawling up their arms, and instantly garners repeated listens. The b-side proffers more acoustic-based tracks that slowly bleed with such a hypnotic charm that it pulled me in from all directions before I even knew it. It may not hit you blindsided right off the bat, but after the third or fourth play, it's clear that Meth Teeth have something very good going on below the surface, and it may just be the unassuming b-side that clinches it. Starting off with "To My Good Friend," the next two tracks have hovered in my soft-boiled brain repeatedly for days and add even more certainty to the fact that some of today's best music lurks on the backsides of 7"s, just slightly out of the direct light that helps keeps it menacing, dark, and interesting. Don't sit on your ass and pick up Meth Teeth's debut 7" -"Fuzzed out synth wildness" ---hodistro awesome THE SUGERCOATS -featuring members of Lee Marvin Computer Arm
Saturday, July 19		Klectik & Science Projex Present BLACK OUT Titonton Duvante - Residual / Metamorphic / 7th City / Palette - New York It's been a long time people!....Please help us welcome back to the D, the owner of Residual records, and one of the underground's best Dj's, Mr. Titonton Duvante!!! Gary Martin - Teknotika / KMS / Moods & Grooves - Detroit Gary aka Mole People aka Gigi Galaxy aka The Casual Pimp....has been running game in this city longer than most can remember. His Teknotika imprint has both seen him headlining overseas and has landed his tracks in the flight cases of techno's finest....be sure to check out Gary's brand new "Jennifer ep" out soon on Moods & Grooves!!! Rex Sepulveda - D Records - Detroit No stranger to Detroit's underground, come check out one of D-Records best producers / live talents! Andy Garcia - Docile Recordings / Kryovac - Detroit His work with Archer and 18 releases on Docile and Kryovac have securely placed Andy as one of Techno's Mainstays!!! Look out for Docile 017 today!...Lumar wut! Josh Surma - Klectik - Detroit Klectik co-founder and Proof Detroit resident....Look out for Klectik 004 white labels featuring Josh Surma and Brian Zentz!!! Jason Garcia - Science Projex - Detroit Owner - Science Projex productions, and Proof Detroit resident... Corbin Davis - Hazard-S - Detroit Corbin's flawless mixing and representation of the Hazard-S name set him apart from the rest!
Friday, July 18		Checker's Record Collective Presents a CD Release for Jesus The Jesus Chainsaw Massacre "The Jesus Chainsaw Massacre have been a fixture on the Detroit scene for over a year now, giving kids nightmares not seen since your big sister's first year at Camden College in the Reagan 80's. They are the proponents of the growing genre of 'slop fuzz', a mixture of The Cramps, Creation, and T Rex. They are proud of having played over 100 shows with never the same setlist. See what strange business they have for Corktown for their debut CD release fest." The Sheeny Men "I want all of you to know that The Sheeny Men are comprised of three guys who are passionate about we are doing. If only we could convince all those other people out there that there are two things that lead a revolution: a dictator, or music. Let's do it through music. Be passionate my friends and live life to its fullest." Tokyo Sex Whale (Ontario) "...3 piece based out of Ottawa, Canada, worshippers of the great whale, half brothers (and sister) to the almighty albatross, speakers of the gentle word, TokyoSexWhale aims to provide a sonic experience that will have its audience reeling at all ends of the spectrum. TokyoSexWhale met in a pitch-black room that all three visited to obtain enhanced sexual prowess from ancient Asian sources. After the police raid, they exchanged telling glances while waiting to post bail in lock-up. On The Outside, they utilized the awesome power of a 1966 Plymouth Fury to make good their escape, and discovered a mutual musical affinity. Ever since that fateful night, TokyoSexWhale endeavours to bring their experiences to the forefront of their performances to enlighten and delight crowds. Their songs are not songs; they are life lessons to be learned the hard way. Or we might have gotten drunk and started a wicked band in Yogi's basement. Only time will tell..." More TBA
Monday, July 14		Woman(Knoxville Tennessee) "A relatively new quartet fronted by Chris Lowe (with drummer Jason Stark, guitarist Tyler Mucklow and bassist Damion Huntoon)stole the night. As soon as they opened with "Flood Plain," a primal chant that feels more like a consummate rain dance than a rock song, we were enthralled, powered by strange juju. Lowe, shaking a pair of maracas, looked like a shaman, summoning us into collective mind trip, inviting us to leave our bodies, and just move into something a little more sweaty and beer-heavy. Gravity lost its grip. Sounds jacked directly onto the cerebral cortex, shrouding reality in a thick purple veil. We were dancing, even if we didn't realize it."-Metropulse Review the Pizazz "Bizarre, sorta spazzy organ led pop, punk weirdness. Really refreshing and interesting and great. It's like New Wave, but not in a retro-chic, sideshow sorta way. I'll buy a drink for anybody who can help tell me what exactly they sound like. Is it the future? I hope so." - Rich Hanson Fontana The band's sound is something that is completely lacking from most modern music. It's a hodge podge of several prehistoric artifacts such as The Stooges, surf music and Sun Ra that is sonically challenging without being completely spastic. "It's not like we have some set formula we operate by," Paul states. "After playing songs hundreds of times, what may sound totally improvised or whatnot is just natural." Something else that is natural is the band's exciting stage show. Paul flops around like a chicken with his head chopped off while Colin destroys his drumset and Geoff is left to smile and watch the mayhem unfold. It's certainly not boring, folks. "I'm sure I feel some 'connection to the music' or I'm letting out some inner frustration about things and all that kind of crap," Paul says, "but I really find a thrill in acting so absurdly and having people shake my hand for doing so." - RDW by Eric Allen
Saturday, July 12		Presented by HEJ Records, Blank Code, Detroit Underground PUNISHER - Hej Records, Prosthetic Pressings DAN BAIN - Paxahau KERO & TETZZIE - ( Live Dubstep ) Detund, Blank Code JOHN OVERFIEND - Hej Records, NBFC CFX - Blank Code, D Records LINDSAY YEAGER - Hot House ERROL - Hot House, Leg Records DREW POMPA - Blank Artists ++ Special Surprise BBQ guests NEW SOURCE AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM! 21+ :: 6pm-late $5 cover will get you in and get you some SPECIAL BONUS MUSIC (while supplies last) we will be grilling up some food and beats starting at 6pm :: get there early and party with us !!
Friday, July 11		The Copper Thieves "No Wave Psyche Rock..if Television had gone on with Richard Hell" Big Muscle Featuring Scott Allen, formerly of Thunderbirds Are Now! Beard of Bees "Detroit Punk's get Psychedelic" more TBA
Saturday, July 5		CITYFEST AFTER PARTY! Canja Rave (BRAZIL) "Imagine yourself recovering from the worst kind o hangover, and still you plan about going to a party the other day. At that time you don´t feel like doing anything just sit back, sleep, recover from all that beating, but sudden opportunities of new fun and entertainment makes your brain tell your body that you can do it! You will go out again and have some fun, leaving all troubles behind. These sudden changes of attitude and feelings common in bipolars originated the name CANJA RAVE, which means chicken soup rave, as in a mood change of going from chicken soup to a rave party. Canja Rave also is also getting the opposites together, like men and women, the formation of the duet or you may call it band with Paula Nozzari and Chris Kochenborger. The duet consists of Paula drumming and singing, while Chris sings and play guitar. They both compose all of their songs and lyrics. Songs that were done simply to exercise the composing style of a possible new project, or even song writing for ther artists, however, due to the coincidences and desteny the couple became a band, because of an uncompromised rehearsal to test the music they had written. Since Chris was a bass player all his life playing jazz, and rock bands, he made his guitar sound more bass like. Paula had to adapt to the singing part too focusing on both playing the drums and her voice. The result of the Canja Rave, a band that came from chicken soup to a rave, is that we get to travel a lot, meet people, and get everyone rocked!" Sey Lui "music for the morning after a nuclear winter and the darkness stirs" The Directions (formerly Siddhartha) "the band formerly known as Siddhartha bring Northern Soul back to Detroit where it started" DUENDE! "You're in for a wild Western psychedelic sonic ride thru the streets of Detroit when Duende takes the stage. This Motor City five have been taking their show on the road and introducing others to their brand of dark Americana rock"
Saturday, June 28		Innerphonic The Funk Below [disco.funk] Summer Shabbazz Superjoint Kevin Henry 9pm-late :: 21+ :: $5 cover
Friday, June 27		The Fifty "Attacks and retreats. Structure anddisorder. Subtleties and blatancies. From five distant points of Michigan come the five young men of The Fifty. Their songs live somewhere on the edge of pop music, sprinkled with equal parts distortion and clean, catchy harmonies. Two balanced guitars, unpredictable rhythm, steady bass and sassy keyboards fill out their five-piece sound. Although still collectively new to the sport of rock, they are no rookies, having spent years writing and performing in other bands. Sure, there are many new local bands chasing a quick piece of Detroit hype. But The Fifty, with dedication, intelligence, and disgust for musical fads, won't quit until those bands are outlived." Modernlull "If Jim O'Rourke joined XTC and went out drinking with the Buzzcocks" The Wednesdees "The Wednesdees offer a throw back to the R&B influenced rock that made Detroit a musical mecca in the '70's. A set list covering everything from The Casinos to The Count Five takes us back to a time when music could change the world or at least make us forget the world sucked."
Thursday, June 26		SIRSY (pronounced "sir-see"): Fiery, sultry, soulful indie pop that rocks! "LITTLE BAND... BIG SOUND! --The Boston Globe (Boston, MA). "Krahmer can sing, scream, blow flute, drum, & tease, and she does them all REALLY well. Libutti plays everything else (he even uses his feet!) .... Go see sirsy!" --The Village Voice (NYC). ""Radio friendly, and eye-friendly, but the material is actually REALLY good. Like pop songs used to be before MTV". --Indie Sounds NY (NYC). In Civilian Clothing Sounds Like: Tender but taut indie rock, heavy on drone but with plenty of bells and whistles (an e-bow even!) to pretty things up. Think of a rockier version of the Postal Service mixed with a less histrionic incarnation of Sunny Day Real Estate. Sound Sculpting: Camp and McLaughlin began playing music together 11 years ago in a straightforward pop-rock band, Roots of Resistance, soon picking up Drzewiecki and finally singer/songwriter Clayton, who has probably had the biggest influence on steering the band in an xperimental/art rock direction. -Chad Swiatecki (Flint Journal THE EDGE) Wally Dogger (Chicago) "The members of Wally Dogger are the guys in the cubicle near you, literally. 'We're the regular guys in the cube next door,' said Pauly Doerr, who plays bass and keyboards, as well as sings for the band. 'We hope that average person who hates their job can relate to our lyrics.' The trio, which includes Matt Donehoo (drums) and Jeff Keel (guitar), started Wally Dogger while working in the IT department of a law firm. Naturally, office-world technology plays a prominent role in the band's music. 'People listen to us and they say we're geek rock or some sort nerd rock,' Doerr said. 'We're not trying to be geek rock or nerd rock, it just happens that we're playing or singing about fire-wire cables or network cables. People take that as being geek rock.' For those still in doubt, Doerr happily will invite you onstage to use their puppet. Yes, they have a puppet and is name is BoBo. 'Yeah, we bring BoBo on stage from time to time, and we have people operate him,' Doerr said. 'We try to stand out with a unique show.' Wally Dogger takes pride in its live show, even when puppet-less. 'We really try to give the audience their money's worth. We don't just get up there and close our eyes and go into auto-pilot,' Doerr said. 'We really try to keep the fans involved.' Deep down--as the band's most recent album, 'I Surrender, When Do I Start,' reveals--the members of Wally Dogger are cubicle people. -Michael Schmitt (Chicago Red Eye)
Saturday, June 21		FREE PARTY! John Overfiend –Hej- Tim Nobody –Hot House- Punisher –Hej- Christos –Hot House- Geoff Johnson –Deadlock- Big Joe Hix—Hot House No Cover until 2am [$5] \| 9pm-Late \| 21+ Bangin' Sound by Source Audio + Corktown Tavern
Friday, June 20		Garden of Souls Krescent 4 The Disregarded
Saturday, June 14		Irrational Muzikwerx, Detroit Techno Militia and BangTech12 presents: SURVIVAL RATING:39 ....the annual birthday party-slash-excuse 4 senseless hedonism.... featuring: MATT K (Omerta Music/8mm Clothing/Deafmosaic/DJMattK.com - Atlanta GA) *dezi and mike are F_CKSTRT#R Detroit Techno Militia/Bang Tech 12/IMW/DeathSquad // Lower Frequency/IMW/Sonic Synergy/Profound Sound Kalamazoo and Detroit, MI DAN LUCAS (Detroit Techno Militia - Detroit) BIG JOE HIX (Hot House/BangTech12 - Detroit) DJ SEOUL (DTM/BT12 - Detroit) RONIN SELECTA (Bassdrive/BangTech12) NEIL V. (DTM - Detroit) DJ K-FRESH (Ren-Soul - Detroit) THEE UNKNOWN (Sonic Synergy/IMW - Kalamazoo, MI) SUPERJOINT (Corktown - Detroit) AVA** (Detroit)
Friday, June 13		James and the Rainbros "ModestMouse meets Sublime in an indie bred and and funk fed summons" The Philly Crawlers(Kalamazoo) "Self-described as "the least rock 'n' roll rock band" due to the lack of any tattoos or piercings amongst them, no history of heavy illegal drug use, and lack of belligerence during intoxication (alcohol being their drug of choice, perhaps their only semblance of rock integrity), the band still enjoys turning it up loud and taking an audience by storm, or something like that." High Speed Dubbing "Justin Audio,former guitarist for Siddhartha and current The Electric Fire Babies baby opens his medicine chest of cures, prospects and recitations for this special intimate appearance"
Saturday, June 7		Bipolaroid (New Orleans Garage/Psychedelic Rock) "Ben Glover's a trippy tunesmith of the first order; his gifts for lysergic mood-setting and and clever musical phrasing shine through the mire of cloudy beatific bridges; vintage-sounding instruments and paisley melodies of a perfectly hazy Pink Floyd daydream..it's still roots rock just with different roots" The Pizazz "They're young, they're crazy, and they write good pop songs. catchy, upbeat pop songs. The Pizazz won't bore you with the same old detroit rock n roll sound-- they'll dazzle you with a fresh approach to indie/new wavey rock. songs to hum along to, songs to sing while driving in the car. this one is really worth your time." - Windy & Carl Bad Medicine at the Campfire "In a city mostly known for its rock and electronic music, you don't often hear bands playing the good ole down-home, beer-swilling, cowboy-boot-wearing tunes that most would consider country. That is, unless you've heard Bad Medicine at the Campfire. This three-piece outfit plays the kind of songs that will remind you of all the heartache and swagger of a Hank Williams tune. And Bad Medicine at the Campfire still manages to be original and exciting enough to captivate an audience, whether they're inebriated or otherwise. The arrangements are simple enough; the band consists of two guitar players, one on rhythm, one on lead guitar, and a drummer. Their songs are about the Vietnam War and worshipping the devil. And as bizarre as this may sound, they seem to fit perfectly with the band's slow twangy hum that sometimes drones and sometimes, or lack of a better term, rambles." -Johnny Garcia Contributing Writer the South End
Friday, June 6		Circus Boy Gary Adams – guitar formerly of the CUBES, DARK CARNIVAL Skid Marx – bass formerly of FLIRT & THE SEATBELTS (has played gigs with and for NY Dolls & Johnny Thunders in the late 70's). Sean Murtagh – drums TROUBLEMAN & formerly of DETROIT 442 Derek Murtaugh – guitar TROUBLEMAN & SNAKE OIL SLICK PRONTO Robot Army (Formerly The Pontiac Punks) The PONTIAC PUNKS were a cool rock/punk band back in 1975. The played with a lot of cool local bands as well as out in NYC in 1976 – Ramones and others came to see them play at Max's Kansas City and the Ocean Club. Creem Magazine did an article on them comparing them to the Stooges and MC5. They were Lester Bangs band of choice for his going away party when he left Detroit for NYC in 1976.
Saturday, May 31		WE <3 The 80's a NigHt of TotALLy KiLLeR 80's! electro,new wave,hip hop,industrial,pop,hair metal,punk,goth,& anything inbetween. downstairs: DJ PSYCHO (4 hour set of complete 80's madness!!! you all know dezi, so you know you have no fucking clue what to expect!) upstairs: SEOUL , WILHELM K , BIG JOE HIX Surprises for anyone that comes dressed 80's! $2 Well Drinks & $2 Drafts doors open 10pm :: 21+ :: $5
Friday, May 30		A Night of Wildlife Cougar The Tiger the Beasts of England Sh! the Octopus
Sunday, May 25		Fresh Entertainment presents: Official After Party: Detroit Jack City LawnChair Generals - Seattle, WA LCG Music / Nordic Trax / Amenti / Aroma Byran Jones - Chicago, IL Control / Ministry of Sound / OM / Ultra / i! Records / Fetish / Spatula City Amenti / Aroma / Moody / Black Cherry / Jackin Tracks / Santiago (from Santiago & Bushido) Potty Mouth Music / OM - Chicago, IL vs. Frank Solano Lost My Dog / Kolour - Chicago Chocolate the Freaky Afronaut Gabe Real Detronik Music vs. Mike Rythym Zeek Dominguez Nickholas Aldon DJ Way Number9 Episoldier Theo G vs. Adam Abstrakt Tim Pejza Sound Bought to you by Log2 10pm-LATE $15- limited capacity Tickets Available at http://www.wantickets.com/?e_id=41315 Infoline: 576-250-PIMP
Saturday, May 24		DTM 5 x 5 FREE PARTY //UPSTAIRS T. Linder Dan Lucas DJ Seoul Darkcube Neil V. DJ Psycho Featuring Loner.9 // LIVE //DOWNSTAIRS Jackit Crew! Trench, AAron Carl, and Sirius and more! FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE 21+ :: 10 pm - ??
Friday, May 23		6th annual pre-festival BBQ at Corktown once again a great start to the festival weekend here at the Tavern. Grimace is Proud to announce the following: Adam X (Sonic Groove, NYC) Danny the Wildchild (PremierArtistsGroup, Chicago) Festival exclusive turntablism set , not D&B Gary Martin (Technotika, Detroit) as well as: Avex Axiom (Blueline, Chicago) Christos (Hothouse, Detroit) Dan Bain (Paxahau, Detroit) Dan Lucas (Detroit Techno Militia, Detroit) Dustin Zahn (Enemy Records, Minneapolis) Matt Rissi (Solar Cathedral Records, Iowa) Mike G (Solar Cathedral Records, Minneapolis) Mike Rhythm + Number 9 (Pitchslap, Detroit) Mod 8 - live PA (EOC, Detroit) Nova (Pornograph, Miami) + SPECIAL SURPRISE GUEST(S) As always, the grill gets fired up and the needle drops on the first record at 5pm. Two rooms going all night. Come enjoy BBQ, beats and beer with your techno-friends from around the country and around the world! Doors at 5pm-- 21+ $5.00 til 10pm *FREE with valid Detroit Dancer Card NO Presale-- No guest list!
Saturday, May 17		GET READY FOR THE FIRST OUTLAW COUNTRY, PUNKGRASS, OUTLAW GOSPEL, FLESH HANGING, PUNKROCK TRAVELING ROAD SHOW. Nocephus Entertainment Presents A combination performance: A Howdy yall from JASON AND THE PUNKNECKS who honky tonked it all the way from Hollywood; a Heavily tattooed, L.A. based, punk-country band, who mixes Social Distortion with a little bit of hillbilly hollerin and a hint of Hank Williams (RAGE Magazine). Not only is their sound a one of a kind genre, but their style is just as unique. This fast rising band has energy on stage that makes you wanna get out of yer seat and join in on the drinkin, interactive, musical fiasco. JASON AND THE PUNKNECKS have been seen in Rock City News, L.A. Weekly, f5, and Nashville Scene. With, as seen on TV, lead singer Jason Price (who holds world record on Ripleys Believe it or Not for longest flesh suspension in a moving vehicle), and Polly Punkneck on harmonies, making a thick duo. . They play across the country meeting new fans almost everyday and can perform wild body modifications on themselves as an extension of their variety show Jason & The Punknecks the Ypsitucky Colonels (very special guests all the way from ann arbor!) More TBA
Friday, May 16		The Fender Discussion Page Show and tell with your favorite Fender. Whether its an antique, a classic,a rare find,a custom or a cool new model, bring it down and show it off. An OPEN JAM will also be happening. Heres your chance to be a star. Open at 8pm.....NO COVER
Saturday, May 10		The CAT THIEVES present: WHEN DRUM ASHEENZ ATTACK featuring THE ATOMIC BABIES (live)- DRUMASHEENZ - BROOKLYN Atomic Babies were born when Joey Jupiter began cranking out hard acid tracks in the early 90s in the basement. Since those days Atomic Babies have toured the world headlining everything from dirty warehouse parties with secret map points to mega one off events with 5,000 plus, to the pretentious New York, LA and Chicago night clubs (if you have ever heard Atomic Babies / Joey Jupiter, you know that he's best heard in dirty warehouse parties). The destructive duo recognized as atomic babies once plagued the rave scene with a dynamic presence and revolutionized a culture with their intense sets of analogue equipment. Today one member of the original atomic babies remains (Joey Jupiter) who continues to pour his heart into the music that has gained him worldwide success as an artist and through his distribution achievements. The group/movement (atomic babies) has taken on a new meaning to the misfits of the scene and music aficionados of the world. It stands for more than just a group conveying the message of electronic paradise. It symbolizes everything that is about keeping the music alive and not selling out to achieve the greater things. We are underground, we are hardcore, we are everything that you would want out of music. From live acts, to djs, to fire juggling circus antics, we take the things that are sacred to us and bring them to you without the conformist mind-set. So thanks for the support throughout the years, and join us on this next phase as we continue to push the limits of the music we love and collectively branch out to more and more people that want to be down with some hardcore mutha fuckers. ERROL - THE CAT THIEVES - DETROIT Record, Robots, Godzilla and Starcraft. if you have to ask then you just don't know. Having been around the D for a while now and sharing the stage with some of EDM's best. Errol is a dance floor killer. fusing the best in minimal, house, fidget and acid. He is sure to get your ass moving. DJ SEOUL - D.T.M./Bang Tech12 - DETROIT DOWNSTAIRS ENTERTAINMENT TO BE PROVIDED BY : THE RESIDENTS (PSP crew) TRENCH SIRIUS STEVE STOCK IAN GIVENS REVOLT 21+ 10PM- LATE :: $5 BEFORE 12 - $10 AFTER
Friday, May 9		The Lessmores The Handgrenades The wicked messengers
Saturday, May 3		Mike "Agent X" Clark [Beatdown Sounds] T.Linder [Detroit Techno Militia] DJ Psycho [Detroit Techno Militia/IMW] Eitan Sussman [Detroit] Superjoint [Corktown] Join us as we say "bon voyage" to a true Detroit underground legend, Linda G, at her going away party. This is also a birthday celebration for both Linda & T.Linder. 21+. Free.
Saturday, April 26		a D-version Produkt AREA 313 featuring for the 1st time ever in Detroit, A LIVE PERFORMANCE BY... SUBURBAN KNIGHT (Underground Resistance) PLUS... DJ SEOUL & T.LINDER (tag team set,DTM,Bangtech 12) RONIN SELECTA (Bangtech 12) WILHELM K (D-version) DJ SOUTHSIDE (Bangtech 12) VINSANITY (LP events) VANDAL(Hazard-S) SUPERJOINT (corktown) CHRISTOS (B-Day set,hot house) BRIAN SCOTT (dug recs,d-version) DJ SLOPE (dub) $5 before 11pm $10 after $2 Drafts until Midnight Doors open 10pm 21+
Friday, April 25		Shotgun Wedding Black Jake & The Carnies Sobourbon Son The Additives
Saturday, April 19		Pitchslap 4-year Party with special guest Ken (East Coast Boogiemen) [alphabet, aroma, amenti, blackcherry, oae] w/ Number9 Episoldier Joe G downstairs: DJ Psycho Bassick Sutter $5 before 11pm :: 21+ with valid ID
Friday, April 18		The Dialtones The Handgrenades and The Wall Clocks the Howlies
Saturday, April 12		House and Techno Featuring Residents: Trench Sirius Steve Stock Ian Givens Revolt + Monthly Guest Sat. April 12: MD $5 • 10pm-2am +++++++++++++++++++++++ UPSTAIRS: Pat in the Hat and the Blue Funk Carradine The Walkers $5.00 21+ Open 8pm doors 9pm
Friday, April 11		Caustic Attitude Macarthur Street Mafia Freak Tent Taking on the World
Saturday, April 5		DJ Seol Psycho MW Nolliv DJ Dru Big Joe Hix Limus Super Dre Southside Dubcat Kilsek Gusto $5 for Gents, Ladies FREE
Friday, April 4		Misty Lyn & The Big Beautiful the High Strung Battling Siki
Saturday, March 29		- The FUNK Below - - Rare & Classic Funk 45s - Eitan Sussman superjoint 9pm-3am $2 Domestics / Wells / Drafts all nite NO Cover
Friday, March 28		Beyond Remdeption November Fire Wizards Of Hope Six Shooter
Saturday, March 22		a D-version Produkt FUNKTION 2.0 up: DJ SEOUL [Detroit Techno Set] (bangtech 12) 8en (bangtech 12,detroit's original junglist) BIG JOE HIX & CHRISTOS [tag set] (hot house) BRIAN SCOTT (dug recs) down: REWIND 80's Party new wave,pop,& more. w/ WILHELM K doors open 10pm , 21+ $7 before 11:30
Friday, March 21		Mahoney The Sunday Painters
Friday, March 21		Mahoney The Sunday Painters
Saturday, March 22		a D-version Produkt FUNKTION 2.0 up: DJ SEOUL [Detroit Techno Set] (bangtech 12) 8en (bangtech 12,detroit's original junglist) BIG JOE HIX & CHRISTOS [tag set] (hot house) BRIAN SCOTT (dug recs) down: REWIND 80's Party new wave,pop,& more. w/ WILHELM K doors open 10pm , 21+ $7 before 11:30
Sunday, March 16		Loaded & Laid Dance Party St. Patrick's Day Parade John Clees - Redsoul/Matrix Benji Hayes - Deadlock Records Josh Surma - Klectic Wagner - Wolf + Lamb/CPM Episoldier - Pitchslap Mike Rhythm - Souldega Dan Bain - Paxahau Superjoint - Corktown 11am to 3am :: 14 Hours of Music
Saturday, March 15		Stax Hungry MIMES The Burning Cacti Jefferson Golf Cart
Friday, March 14		A Mass Consumption of Metal Battlecross Satyrasis Defend The Malign Tear The Sky 21+ :: $5 :: Doors at 8 :: Music at 9
Saturday, March 8		Second Saturdays Featuring the residents: Trench Sirius Steve Stock Ian Givens Revolt + Monthly Guest, Kage 21+ 10pm - 2am
Friday, March 7		The Fender Discussion Page Show and tell with your favorite Fender. Whether its an antique, a classic,a rare find,a custom or a cool new model, bring it down and show it off. An OPEN JAM will also be happening. Heres your chance to be a star. Open at 8pm.....NO COVER
Saturday, March 1		HEJ 002 RECORD RELEASE PARTY PUNISHER & JOHN OVERFIEND :: THERMAL UNDERWARE e.p. featuring a JOHN SELWAY Remix featuring: JOHN SELWAY ( Csm, Hej, Tronic, Seretonin, Sino .. etc. ) NEW YORK REX SEPULVEDA - LIVE P.A. ( D Records ) DETROIT SASSMOUTH ( NBFC, Klectik ) CHICAGO PUNISHER ( Hej, Klectik, Cryovac, NBFC ) DETROIT JOHN OVERFIEND ( Hej, NBFC ) DETROIT CALICO ( The Cat Thieves ) DETROIT *** COME PARTY WITH SASSMOUTH BEFORE SHE MOVES TO EUROPE !!!!! Corktown Tavern :: 1716 Michigan Ave. :: DETROIT 18+ /// with SICK SOUND 10pm-late RECORD & CD giveaways !
Friday, February 29		Leap Day Detroit Platinum Detroit Presents Leap Day Detroit with: Charlie Slick DJ Alexi Sex Ghost! $5 All Night :: 21+ :: Free if it's your birthday!
Saturday, February 23		The Underground Reclamation Society Presents: Return of the Jackit: Jackit 8.0 Featuring DJ's: Iam Givens Steve Stock Sirius Revolt Plus Residents: Trench (Subject Detroit/Culture Dispatch) Aaron-Carl (Wallshaker/Cratesavers) 21+ :: 10PM - 2AM $5 Entry, or buy a Jackit T at the door for $20 and get in free!
Friday, February 22		Bishop The Dragstrippers The Handgrenades More TBA
Saturday, February 16		THE FUNK BELOW rare & classic Funk 45s Featuring: George Rahme [commando6] superjoint [corktown detroit] No Cover $2 Domestics / Wells / Drafts all nite 9pm-3am
Friday, February 15		Klectik & Volatl Present: Better Than Heart Shaped Chocolates Sweet N Candy live (Germany) John Johr (Paxahau, Detroit) K.atou Live (Berlin) Josh Surma (Klectik, Detroit) Jason Patrick (Klectik, Blueline, Chicago)
Saturday, February 9		HOT HOUSE Fin. Upstairs: Tim Nobody Lindsay Yeager Matt C Big Joe Hix & Christos Brian James Errol Kenny Johnson Downstairs: DJ Ava JP (F.A.Y.D.) Help us celebrate Southside's birthday! Sound Provided by Source Audio 10PM til Late $5 before Midnight :: $10 after
Friday, February 8		Red China The Frustrations Displaced More TBA
Saturday, February 2		Loaded & Laid Dance Party Julius The Mad Thinker Mike Rhythm Dan Bain Superjoint 18+ :: 9pm - Late :: Free Before 11pm - $5 After $2 Drafts & Vodka All Night!
Sunday, January 27		Meet & Greet The Supersuckers At Rocket Print World 3:30 - 4:30pm Free Give-A-Ways! Pizza Party! Raffle! www.rocketprintworld.com www.supersuckers.com
Saturday, January 26		MIGRATE Josh and Tanyas Going away Party Rich Korach Dan Bain Mike Rythym Gabe Real DJ's All Night Massive Sound provided by Nick B Doors at 10pm :: Free Beer until it runs out!
Friday, January 25		The Thunder Chickens Commerce & Hiller 1964 More TBA
Saturday, January 19		D-version & Dug presents FUNKTION 111 Upstairs: ANDY TOTH (people mover) T.LINDER (detroit techno militia) WILHELM K (d-version) CHRISTOS (hot house) R.SERRA (corridor) Downstairs: BRAIN SCOTT & SHANE SMOOTH (dug recordings) $5 before Midnight :: $10 after :: doors open 10pm 18+
Friday, January 18		No bands tonight but.......... come play cards, scrabble, boggle, Jenga, watch tv, or play the best Jukebox in town! Well drinks, draft beer, and domestic bottles... ALL $2.00
Saturday, January 12		HOT HOUSE THE RETURN OF MATT C! Matt C Joe Geez Source Audio Tim Nobody Big Joe Hix Christos Linday Yeager SICK SOUND PROVIDED BY SOURCE AUDIO 10PM til Late $5 before Midnight :: $10 after
Friday, January 11		The Fender Discussion Page Show and tell with your favorite Fender. Whether its an antique, a classic,a rare find,a custom or a cool new model, bring it down and show it off. An OPEN JAM will also be happening. Heres your chance to be a star. Open at 8pm.....NO COVER

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