The Low Cards in Newp
Providence’s Americana scene is very much a cornucopia of talents. There’s a motley crew of folky singer-songwriters, rhythmic bluegrass acts and bluesy rock bands that make up a unique community. The Low Cards are indeed a part of it and they put a swampy spin on the style with their self-titled debut that was released on November 29. Dan Baker slings on guitar while crooning a voice that’s reminiscent of both Tom Waits and John Fogarty. The rhythm section of Brian Jablonski on upright bass and Matt Slobogan on drums is the glue that holds everything together.
The band’s sound is like a jug band without a jug. They convey a vibe that’s energetic and fun much like an act that would be playing on a street corner with random instruments like a washboard and pots & pans. It’s an organic essence that brings about the comparisons. There’s no nonsense and each song off of the album is straight to the point. A thud is consistent throughout the album as well while adding emphasis and feeling.
“Road Outta Here” is a raw rock & roll track that’s about leaving things behind and moving on. There’s a steady build up in the beginning that leads to an abundance of twanging. With a steady backing coming from Jablonski and Slobogan, “Closer” has a jumpy structure and it’s one of the faster tracks off of the album. For the ones who like to reminisce about fancy cars, “Corvette” definitely goes out to them. It has a badass aesthetic that gives it a chance of being part of an action film soundtrack.
The Low Cards will be making a stop at The Grange in Providence’s west end on December 20th with MorganEve Swain from Brown Bird & The Huntress and Holder Of Hands. They’ll also be heading up to the Boston area on January 6 to rock Atwood’s Tavern in Cambridge, MA. Whether you can only catch one of the shows or you’re planning on being at both, grab a copy of the new album. Its honest rock & roll music done in peculiar ways.
Jodie Treloar at Hope & Main
with The Suitcase Junket
$20 door
Hope & Main
Main St School
Main St
Warren, RI
7:30pm
Black Oil Incinerator at AS220
with Oneida, Le Feeling, Whore Paint
AS220
Empire St
Providence
9pm
The Lincoln Tunnel CD Release Show at The Parlour
with Six Star General, Today Junior, Psychotropics
The Parlour
North Main Street
Providence, RI
9pm
The Callouts at Dusk
with Carissa Johnson, Vanessa Silberman, and Hemlocks
Dusk
Harris Ave
Providence, RI
9pm
Swampbirds at Villa Villekulla
Music! Art! A puppet show! And a bake sale! Stop by the Villa Villekulla for some wonderful music from the ‘Mericans, John Faraone, Kate Mick, & SwampBirds, a puppet show by the Bonky Dolls, and giftey sorts of things to buy from local vendors–art, jewelry, and food. We will also have some refreshments on the house. Stop by and support local music, art, and small business!
Holiday Bazaar
12 Observatory Ave
Providence, RI
11am-6pm
The Low Cards CD Release Show at Fort Foreclosure
CD Release show!
Fort Foreclosure
164 Water St
Warren, RI
7pm-10pm
The Low Cards at Pump House Music Works
with Muddy Ruckus and Zach Schmidt
Pump House Music Works
1464 Kingstown Rd
Wakefield, RI
7:30pm
Hope Anchor at Alchemy
with The Flawed (reunion show), Cactus Attack, The Worried
Alchemy
Richmond St
Providence, RI
Early Show
6:30-10:30pm
The McGunks at News Cafe
with We Own Land, Blackletter
News Cafe
Broad st
Pawtucket, RI
9pm