Jazz Jam Sessions have moved back to Thursday nights! 8:30P-12:00A.

Saturday May 21st, Monthly Anime Screening. 6PM.

Friday May 20th at Bookspace.

8pm / $5 / All Ages

Pomo Agogo
Philly blue folk music, mix of The Decemberists and Led Zeppelin

This is Harwood
http://www.facebook.com/ThisIsHarwood
Harwood is a three piece Acoustic (but we get louder) Folk/Classical act based out of Baltimore, MD. Band Members include Grietje Smid (Violin), Mike Walls, (Cello, Bass, Slide Guitar), and Matt Kelley (Lead Vocals, Guitar, HArmonica, Violin).

Boat Water
folk, acoustic, rock, slow jamz, "chicago style emo?"http://www.myspace.com/boatwatersunkin

Dom Angellela
Philly local 

The Spinning Leaves & Hezekiah Jones Record Release Show

Friday, May 13th at Bookspace!  It's going to be memorable, do whatever possible to come out and have an awesome evening!

8pm // All Ages // $12 admission (includes a copy of the new record)

Featuring performances by:
Hezekiah Leaves and The Spinning Joneses // The Extraordinaires // Nic Esposito // Joshua Park // Josh Marcus

...The Spinning Leaves + Hezekiah Jones =
HEZEKIAH LEAVES and THE SPINNING JONESES

“The planet is plagued with disconnectedness and music can be a large part of the cure,” declares Barbara Gettes, co-architect of the natural, personal sounds belonging to The Spinning Leaves along with fellow bandmember, Michael Baker. Igniting a fiery revolution for unity through music, The Spinning Leaves establish this spark through a masterful connection with the lilting, ethereal vibes of fellow local Philadelphia artist, Hezekiah Jones (the musical nom-de-plum of Raphael Cutrufello). This highly anticipated collaboration entitled “The Spinning Leaves & Hezekiah Jones Performing as… Hezekiah Leaves & The Spinning Joneses” is set for release through Drexel University’s MAD Dragon Records on March 8th as a dual EP. Part one (the first seven tracks) is Hezekiah Leaves which soulfully generates an eccentric wit while Part Two (the second seven tracks) presents The Spinning Joneses which explores contemplative thoughts of “fear, sadness, and the continued wonder of it all,” as Gettes describes.

“Cutrufello’s songs are filled with outlandish characters, imagined landscapes, ringing harmonies, and baroque instrumental flourishes, but never disconnect from the tangible feelings at their center,” describes Peter Marinari of CBS Local. Gettes’ instant attraction to these distinguishable qualities of Cutrufello’s craft paralleled by his admiration for her own unique flair were what initially planted the seeds from which this collaboration ultimately blossomed. Gettes and Cutrufello met for the first time in the summer of 2006 in a local park and began what would become the first of many symbiotic jam sessions. They then immediately shifted to performances together at the various open mics throughout the city.

In October of the same year, Gettes then came across southern transplant, Baker, at her own birthday party and shortly thereafter, the pair embarked upon what could only be deemed as a predestined journey which also started in a park. From that moment on, Baker and Gettes have consistently created tunes incorporating a high-spirited and undaunted mix of gang vocals, stomps, and horns including instrumentation such as the sitar, oud, pump organ and even the delicate whispers of children. The Spinning Leaves’ sounds are as organic as that very park in which it all began.

Faithful to the hope of building bridges in the folk community through the use of music, this new collaborative album showcases an enchanting blend of various personal and communal relationships. Each track encapsulates the essence of “bohemian folkster” Cutrufello along with Baker’s small-town, authentic talent and Gettes’ undeniable passion. Easily considered by many the epicenter of Philadelphia’s burgeoning folk community, The Spinning Leaves & Hezekiah Jones together founded The Philadelphia Folk Parade. Quickly becoming a powerful force for the folk community, The Philadelphia Folk Parade consists of a rotating lineup of over 40 of the area’s best musicians and has already been featured in Philly Weekly, 6ABC’s “Tuned In”, has been showcased on the main stage at the 2010 Philadelphia Folk Festival, and most recently received an Honorable Mention in the City Paper’s “Big Vision Awards.”

As Hezekiah Leaves & The Spinning Joneses, the trio will share their mesmerizing folk prowess as an enjoyable keystone for the inevitable conception of the new, roaring folk era that has already captured the attention of music folkies all over.

THE EXTRAORDINAIRES
http://www.myspace.com/theextraordinaires
With pop-rock meets folk music sensibilities, and purely artistic stage antics to match, the Extraordinaires are known for putting on shows that are both musically captivating and visually entertaining. Sean Moeller of Daytrotter.com describes The Extraordinaires’ music as “bumping, cheerful arrangements that run the gamut through early Flaming Lips psychedelia, via albums like ‘Clouds Taste Metallic’ and ‘Transmissions From The Satellite Heart,’ to bright and sparkly pieces of pure pop that feel like pizzeria cabarets and exploding rainbow tales.”

NIC ESPOSITO of the SAVAGE DETECTIVES
Nic Esposito is a storyteller, writer and urban farmer in West Philly. When he's not digging in the dirt he works on his community story telling project, Philly Corner Stories. At monthly story salons, Philly Corner Stories inspires those in attendance to find their story telling voice and share some of the great tales of living in Philadelphia. Nic also speaks and writes on the topic of urban sustainability and has just recently released his first full length fiction novel Seeds of Discent.

JOSHUA PARK

First Friday in May.

Bookspace has back to back shows this upcoming First Friday.

First, is some geek classical music featuring Beta Test 6:30PM-8:30PM.  Second, is Phantasmagoria, a side show art show featuring live music, aerial acrobatics, readings, and more. 8:30PM-2PM.  Scroll down for info on both shows!

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Beta Test

Come see us play in front of live human beings for the very first time!

Arrangements of video games! New works by Douglas Laustsen and Nat Evans!

Program will feature music from Doctor Who, Mega Man (2, 3, and 4), Zombies Ate My Neighbors, the world premieres of "No Origination" by Nat Evans and "PVP No. 2" by Doug Laustsen. Also in the mix will be some geekified versions of "Clapping Music" by Steve Reich and "Canzon Primi Toni" by Gabrieli, alongside some fun arrangements of Radiohead and the Clash.

All for the low price of $8.99 ($1 off with Sonic Screwdriver)! Plus, a free mystery prize!

Featuring the talents of:

Clarinet: Justin Bulava
Saxophone: Ellis Jasenovic
Trumpet: Brian Rascon
Trombone: Doug Laustsen
Tuba: Steve Lakawicz
Drums: James Kern
Keyboards: Abby LaVecchia

Phantasmagoria

Come see LIVE Circus Side Show performances as well as Burlesque, Aerial Acrobatics, Poetry, and LIVE DJ from Red Hat and Mr. Manic. DO NOT MISS THIS EVENT..... only 5$ in costume or 7$ without so dress up. Starting with DJ set from Ghost Fight at 8:30 and ends when ever.

The Philadelphia Hive Collective will be curating art, to your morbid pleasure.

A menagerie of excellence corresponding to your sensational supersensory cravings FEATURING:

John Antes, Thomas, Joe Lunchbox, Mackenzie Starr, Alejandro Dubois, and The Cemetery Sisters [Jess Monte, Annie J. Plick] with Sideshow serenades and extraordinary feats.

GHOST fight [Motorcycle Maus] spinning ambient breakcore darkwave cold wave electronic sounds

RED HAT and MR. MANIC FOR A DANCE PARTY FOLLOWING THE SIDESHOW

Cordially brought to you by...
DirtyGirlBoner Productions
and Bookspace

One Man Band Festival, April 23rd, 9PM-12AM.

Go to Shad Fest during the day.


Support a Fishtown restaurant and/or bar.


Come to Bookspace in the evening to see some one man bands.


$5 suggested donation.

Plan B Art Party!

The Pancake and Booze Art show has been canceled by the organizers due to circumstances beyond their control, but the party must go on and Bookspace is doing whatever possible to fill the void.

We've already got over 25 artists lined up for Friday night--and counting! Please come out and play as we fill our amazing space with with art, music, refreshment, and good people amidst our 100,000 books, records, magazines, etc...

We are still looking for artist submissions as well as musicians, DJs, performers, vendors, etc. We're down for whatever so if you've got any ideas or would like to get involved in any way please contact us at bookspace09@gmail.com.

We're throwing this together at the last minute and sort of making things up as we go along so stay tuned to our Facebook page and this event page for updates on the event as more details become available.

BYOB
8:00 PM - ?
Cover charge: Pay what you can! (Suggested donation, $5)

Stay tuned for more info!

RSVP Here!

Bookspace
1113 Frankford Ave (1/2 block south of Girard Ave)
Philadelphia, PA 19125