ABOUT THE EVENT:
16 May 2009
Frank Black Tribute
at P.A.'s Lounge
A Nave 5th Anniversary Celebration
SOMERVILLE, Mass. – On May 16, local bands came together to celebrate the Nave Gallery’s fifth anniversary with a special tribute show at PA’s Lounge featuring the music of Pixies lead singer and songwriter, Frank Black.
Performing on two stages at the Union Square music venue, musicians participating in the tribute night included The Big Disappointments, Doomstar!, Tony The Bookie Orchestra, Choo Choo la rouge, The Wrong Reasons, Rococo La Boy, Audrey Ryan and Stephen Brodsky, Thom from Bon Savants, Chris Mulvey & Lisa Libera from Muy Cansado, Ryan Lee Crosby, and Caitlin Frame. The songs cover a wide range of Frank Black’s back catalogue, ranging from the Pixies to his solo efforts.
Since its debut in 2004, the Gallery has showcased more 400 artists from across the globe, including 6 countries. Additionally, the Nave hosts a variety of alternative music performers, many of whom are recorded and posted online at Jamendo, the free Internet music platform and community.
“The Nave’s first five years have been fantastic,” said Susan Berstler, ARTSomerville Director. “We have been fortunate to have opportunities to feature the talents of our local artists and musicians, and our participation in yearly events such as ArtBeat, ArtsUnion, and Somerville Open Studios have helped the Nave gain a reputation for being a place that inspires and encourages creativity.”
Boloco and Cheryl Ann’s Bakery of Brookline, MA, are the sponsors for the music tribute event.
The Nave Gallery, located in Teele Square, Somerville, MA, is a collaborative effort between ARTSomerville and the Clarendon Hill Presbyterian Church. Solely operated by volunteers, the Nave Gallery provides exhibition space for both local and regional artists. Area musicians are regularly featured and the Gallery provides a great opportunity for visitors to purchase affordably priced original art. The Nave Gallery participates every summer in Davis Square’s ArtBeat celebration; sponsors Project Mum, an open-air summer dance party under the McGrath Highway in Somerville, MA; and has sponsored music festivals in collaboration with the Somerville Open Studios. |
