Active Viewin': rock nyc Concert Picks w-o 3-24-14

Man in white

Sure, you know Sam Smith through Disclosure’s “Latch” but if that’s not enough? The man has soul to burn and if you don’t believe me listen to the Londoner’s Nirvana EP or ask Taylor Swift who invited him to sing at her O2 gig ir best of all, check out Monday’s gig at Webster Hall. Sold out, of course.

Monday – David Bronson – Rockwood – His third album is in the can, his North Eastern tour complete and consider this gig a victory lap for the great singer songwriter.

Thursday – Rakim – SOBS – The poet laureate of rap is always worth a visit.

Friday – Dream Theater – Hammerstein Ballroom – Heavy metal as prog rock

Friday – Garland Jeffreys – Highline Ballroom – World music from New York City

Saturday – Lady Gaga – Roseland – Sure Artpop bombed but the opportunity to see her in a small venue

Saturday – Robert Cray Band – BB Kings – Terrific with Eric Clapton at the Crossroads gig last year, he should be better in such a small venue.