This Week In Music: February 5 - 11

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Monday, February 5

Jesse Boykins

Mo Pitkin's

$10

Jesse Boykins III has managed to bridge the gap between more traditional R&B and more current influences. His music possesses a jazzy and soulful sound reminiscent of early R&B acts, but his performance and writing style is undeniably relevant today.

Tuesday, February 6

Ampop

Piano's

$8

Leaving behind the arctic temperatures of Reykjavik, Indie trio, Ampop have traveled to New York for a tropical interlude. Ok, so they may not have much luck with tropical weather but at least the warm New York crowds will bolster them while in town. Erm…

Wednesday, February 7

Alexi Murdoch

Mercury Lounge

$12 adv/ $14 door

Singer-songwriter Alexi Murdoch can simply do no wrong. Combining Nick Drake-esque strum-picking and possessing a writing and vocal style not dissimilar to John Martyn, this rare New York performance is a must see. Beg, borrow, steal.

Thursday, February 8

Calexico

The Allen Room at Lincoln Center

$30

Alterna-country troubadours Calexico play the much-lauded Allen Room at Lincoln Center, not once but twice this evening with scheduled performances at 7:30pm and 9:30pm.

Friday, February 9

Midlake/ The Czars

Bowery Ballroom

$13 adv/ $15 door

Infused with laid-back inspiration from '70s pop-rock outfits like Fleetwood Mac and combining elements of country, folk, and lo-fi rock this Texas outfit gained acclaim in Europe (signing to the credible Bella Union Label) and played several festivals before attracting the wide-eyed attention they now command stateside. Support act, The Czars are truly sublime and unmissable so be sure to get your position early.

Saturday, February 10

Lily Allen

Webster Hall

$25 adv/ $30 door

Placed somewhere between Mike Skinner, Lady Sovereign, Mel C and The Specials, Lily Allen cleverly treads the line between cheesy UK pop and sophisticated jazz/ ska/ raga with themes more befitting a Northern Soul club rather than a Top Of The Pops performance. Undeniably, she's mastered both the ability of crafting great pop songs and assembling her devoted Myspace army to aid in her success.

Sunday, February 11

Stephen Malkmus

Maxwell's

$18 (All Ages)

Ex-Pavement ringleader, Stephen Malkmus together with The Jicks (apparently a combination of "Jagger" and "Mick") present this all-ages show. Interestingly Malkmus is set to be recognized at this year's Plug Awards and presented with their version of a "Lifetime Achievement Award".

Tags:   Alexi Murdoch, Ampop, Bella Union, Bowery Ballroom, Calexico, Fleetwood Mac, Icelandic Bands, Jesse Boykins, John Martyn, Lady Sovereign, Lily Allen, Maxwells, Mel C, Mercury Lounge, Midlake, Mike Skinner, Mo Pitkins, Nick Drake, Northern Soul, Pavement, Rhythm and Blues, Stephen Malkmus, The Allen Room at Lincoln Center, The Czars, The Specials, Webster Hall

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