DOOM DOGS (Gabrels, Kane, Parker Wells) in Ithaca NY 12/18 The Downstairs

Schedule

Wed Dec 18 2024 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm

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Location

The Downstairs | Ithaca, NY

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Red-hot & genre-free improv by Reeves Gabrels of The Cure on guitars, Jonathan Kane on drums & Jair-Rohm Parker Wells on basses. Don't miss.
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DOOM DOGS (Gabrels, Kane, Parker Wells) in Ithaca NY 12/18 The Downstairs

Experience this superb trio's spontaneous, in-the-moment compositions in real time in an intimate listening room. DOOM DOGS improvise genre-free, while drawing on deep backgrounds in rock, jazz, ambient, avant-garde and world music. The guitarist is REEVES GABRELS of The Cure; he's known as well for a dozen years of close collaboration with art-rocker David Bowie. Drummer JONATHAN KANE was a founder of Swans and now principal of trance-blues band February. Playing upright and electric bass is JAIR-ROHM PARKER WELLS, a founder of avant-rock Machine Gun who is known as a leading light in jazz and experimental music worldwide.

Join them Weds, Dec 18th, in Ithaca, New York at The Downstairs -- a community listening room with capacity limited to 50. The venue has a bar offering beverages and snacks (and there are restaurants nearby in the downtown area for those who wish to dine first). 7pm doors, 7:30pm music. $15 admission at the door.

Band portrait by Henry Leutwyler; stage photo by Susan Gabrels.


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Further background on the DOOM DOGS trio:
REEVES GABRELS (guitars)
Reeves Gabrels is a virtuoso guitarist recognized by musicians and audiences alike for his expressive range and power. A member of THE CURE since 2012, Reeves is heard on their new album (released Nov 1st) that's been topping charts in the US, UK and worldwide. He is known as well for his creative collaborations with David Bowie during the '80s and '90s, co-writing, co-producing and adding his innovative guitar work to a half-dozen acclaimed studio albums in addition to extensive touring. With Reeves Gabrels on lead guitar for Doom Dogs, sonic brilliance is a hallmark of the band's performances.
JONATHAN KANE (Drums)
Jonathan Kane, the heartbeat of Doom Dogs, was a founding member of the influential band The Swans, has worked extensively with Minimalist godfather La Monte Young, was the only drummer for Rhys Chatham's orchestra of 100 electric guitars, and leads his own trance-blues band Jonathan Kane's February. His drumming style is characterized by a powerful and hypnotic presence, driving the band's improvisations with precision and intensity. Jonathan's vast experience as a drummer and composer contributes to the band's ability to create spontaneous and enthralling musical moments that leave audiences in awe.
JAIR-ROHM PARKER WELLS (Basses)
The foundation of Doom Dogs' mesmerizing sound lies in the hands of Jair-Rohm Parker Wells, a true legend in the world of experimental rock and jazz. Aside from being a founding member of the avant-rock band Machine Gun, Jair-Rohm was also a member of the seminal German experimental Rock band Embryo during the 1970s. His NS Design electric upright and bass guitar prowess adds a rich and dynamic depth to the band's spontaneous compositions, pushing the boundaries of experimental rock and jazz. Jair-Rohm's artistic sensitivity and expertise make him an indispensable part of Doom Dogs' sonic exploration.DOOM DOGS is more than a band; it is a convergence of three brilliant musical minds, each contributing their distinct talents to create an extraordinary and unforgettable experience.
Venue information: https://thedownstairsithaca.com/
Band website with audio & video excerpts: https://jairrohm.wixsite.com/doom-dogs

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The Downstairs, 121 West State Street, Ithaca, United States

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