East Village Voice - Social Network for Music Fans



Here, users can upload their own personal touch to the Hipster-Music-Scene. This section of our site is a virtual interactive blog, forum, or medium where fans can engage in conversation, review shows, talk about bands that they love, sell concert tickets, and find out where their favorite local east village bands will be playing next. Simultaneously, EVV will also be launching a forum where users can interact in real time and connect with each other about their musical inquires. Post away!!!

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Miles from Bowery and Second Street:
I am really a huge music fan and I have some thing I need to get off my chest. I have been living in New York City for the last six years and I won’t claim to be a true East Villager, but all six years have been spent living below 14th street and north of Houston. So I have spent a great amount of time here. In that time, I have seen some awesome bands come through my neighborhood. I saw the Strokes before they became popular at Mercury Lounge. I can't help but feel confused by all of the horrible venue closings that have plagued the city, mainly the East Village. Perhaps I'm sounding the alarm too early, but the recent closings of Sin-e, Tonic, Northsix and the legendary CBGB's have dimmed the city lights a bit for me as a music fan. In fact, CB's closed doors and the recent death of Hilly Kristal mark the end of a very prolific and progressive era in New York - and American - music history. But the reemergence of Luna Lounge, the buzz around Southpaw and a burgeoning scene in Brooklyn, alongside the always reliable Knitting Factory, give hope as the NYC music scene transforms itself once again to bring independent, and incredibly talented, musicians to the forefront of the industry. While the aforementioned venues will be sorely missed, their reputations and aspirations will continue to inspire the next generation of legends still to come.

Melissa from Ave C:
The New York City music scene, mainly the East Village scene is re-emerging through the rise of the hipster culture. However, I do agree with you. When venues close down that were truly important in shaping a musical revolution, it simply sucks. It is pretty cool that John Varvatos had a vision to try and preserve the space that was once CBGB; however it will never be the same. The legacy that CBGB leaves behind must be carried out through our generation. Kids our age should play as much music as they can, form bands, play at small venues like the Annex and be the next Ramones!!

Eric from the East Village:
Here are my top two picks for best East Village Music shops:

1)  East Village Music Store 85 E. 4th St - There isn't a shortage of instrument shops in the East Village. This one is customer-friendly and stocks just about whatever you could need.

2)  First Flight Music – 174 1st Ave – This shop specializes in guitars and string instruments, but also caters to brass musicians as well.

Oh and make sure you try and get to Bleeker Bobs too. They definitely are not fans of traditional mainstream music - its mostly indie music. The stock here rotates in and out regularly; too, so regular visits might yield just what you're looking for. Price tags for the rare can be hefty, but undoubtedly worth it. They have rock tshirts and memorablia as well. GO!!!!