There is no doubt that New York City is one of the live-music capitals of the world, and you don’t have to hit the summer festivals to see some amazing live music. Here are 5 concerts is the city that you shouldn’t miss this week:
Shake Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos
- The Cellar (Underneath Gran Morsi) – 22 Warren Street, New York, 10007
- Entry at 10:00 pm
- Price: $15
Two of the East Coast’s top entertainers will play your favorite songs as you sing, dance, drink, and laugh along. Between jams, the hosts will squeeze in hilarious roasts, games, and giveaways (free shots, anyone?), so be prepared to stay on your dancing toes.
Syleena Johnson Birthday Celebration Concert
- Highline Ballroom NYC – 431 W 16th Street, New York, 1011
- Entry at 8:00 pm
- Price: $25
Grammy nominated vocalist and writer Syleena Johnson is one of the greatest singers and performers of her generation. She has scored major R&B hits and been invited to collaborate with the likes of Kanye West, R. Kelly and Musiq Soulchild.
Juanma Morales & Sonido Costeño
- Subrosa – 63 Gansevoort Street, New York, 10014
- Entry at 8:00 pm
- Price: $15
The Juanma Morales Sonido Costeño mixes the best of latin american music. Together they create a fusion of Cuban son, Dominican merengue and bachata, Jamaican reggae, and Guaracha. Their unique style resonates with American modern jazz influences.
Sasha Dobson
- Highline Ballroom NYC – 431 W 16th Street, New York, 1011
- Entry at 8:00 pm
- Price: $12
Sasha Dobson was born to be a great musician. A Brooklyn darling of jazz , daughter of Bay Area jazz icons, she has been on the New York scene for the better part 20 years. Over the past few years, Sasha has opened for Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and lead her own band as a feature at Farm Aid.
Pedrito Martinez Group
- Subrosa – 63 Gansevoort Street, 10014
- Entry at 7:00 pm
- Price: $8
From the streets of Havana to the city lights of New York, Pedrito Martinez and his Grammy-nominated band have come a long way. A consummate master of Afro-Cuban folkloric music, Martinez goes beyond the obligatory handful of standard batá rhythms and has seamlessly combined popular and folkloric influences to create a fun, upbeat sound.