13 Imperial Stouts Ranked
Imperial Stout—even the name is intimidating. These beers aren't for the watered-down-lager-swilling faint of heart. They were first brewed in the 18th Century to withstand the journey from England to Russia, where they would end up in the court of Catherine the Great. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayTen Winter Ales Ranked
Winter may still be more than a month away, but try telling that to your local craft-beer store. As squirrels pack their nests with chestnuts and acorns, November is a month for stocking up on old ales, strong lagers and winter warmers for those cold days ahead. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayVideo Premiere: The Dear Hunter - "Home" (Live)
Watch The Dear Hunter perform "Home" at a recent private Brooklyn loft performance. read more
Found in: Featured VideosFinally, a Phil Collins Parade!
As the headline in The Brooklyn Paper reads, “They could feel it coming in the air that night.” Indeed, on Feb. 15, a Phil Collins parade that took place in Brooklyn.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsSixteen Delicious, Buzzy Craft Beers Coming Soon
Spring brings the changing of the season, and for beer, that means delicious, new brews... read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayThe 25 Best New American Beers of 2010
Whether you love hoppy IPAs or malty Russian stouts, you should be able to make a new favorite discovery from the new beers listed here. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayCelebrate Ted Leo's New Album With Karaoke Backed by Ted Leo
Many a fan has dreamed of joining their favorite band onstage, of rocking out while backed by a favorite drummer or screaming into the same microphone as a favorite frontman. On March 9, Ted Leo & the Pharmacists will make that dream come true at the release party for their new album The Brutalist Bricks at Brooklyn’s Knitting Factory. After a brief performance of old and new music, they’ll spend the latter part of the evening acting as the backing band for an evening of karaoke.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsWithout Venue, Jelly Pool Parties Could Dry Up
Brooklyn’s 5-year-strong Jelly Pool Parties have been providing free, awesome music to thousands each summer, with acts like Grizzly Bear, Girl Talk and Simian Mobile Disco playing no-cost shows. The concert series was originally held at the McCarren Park Pool, but then moved to the East River State Park in the summer of 2009 to accommodate bigger bands and bigger crowds. But according to the New York State Parks Department and the Open Space Alliance, the park may not be available for Jelly 2010.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThee Oh Sees, Vivian Girls, More Play Two-Day Brooklyn Fest
As though we hadn't brought you enough festival news in recent weeks (and as if Brooklyn doesn't already have its fair share of cool summer musical offerings), here's one more: Indie labels Woodsist and Captured Tracks are hosting a two-day throwdown with special guests Crystal Stilts, Thee Oh Sees, the Vivian Girls and many more.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsCamera Obscura - Brooklyn, NY - The Bell House - 3/24/09
Photos taken by Sean Edgar at The Bell House... read more
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