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Thursday, July 24, 2008 / 9:30 pm / Suggested Donation: $4-$8

Headlining: The Roadside Graves

Genre: Indi-folk rock-country

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"This Garden State septet's folky brand of rock - think Cat Stevens - belongs on Wes Anderson's next film soundtrack. Enough said."
Gen Art Pulse

"Performed with an uncommonly deft touch and subtle grace."
7.5 - Pitchfork

"Lyricist/vocalist John Gleason pens some of the prettiest and smartest lyrics this side of Matt Berninger (The National)."
-Stereogum


"Probably the best alt.country record I’ve heard this year."
-Thunder Down Country

"Intelligent and full of soul...you will slowly fall in love with their gentle melodies, their country subtleties and warm and generous spirit."
-Oceans Never Listen


“The bands synthesis of shuffling guitars, robust harmonies, and instrumental flourishes nod to artists like Dylan, Springsteen, and the Band, while retaining a free and fresh spirit simultaneously possess melodic shine and raucous energy."
-Popmatters.com

“Deceptively simple, hiding mature themes and touching lyrics under a veneer of catchy alt-country; I daresay this stuff is as good as anything Ryan Adams ever gave us."
-Berekely Place

“West Coast is an instantly memorable song, with a driving beat, excellent piano-guitar interplay, and an anthemic chorus. This song continues the outstanding songwriting from lead singer John Gleason, whose vivid and heartbreaking stories are always excellent, often unforgettable.”
-Pop Headwound

“Perfectly illustrated stories, captured in song, that will make you laugh, cry, and want to drink one more than you probably should.”
-Muzzle of Bees

"Almost Faulknerian in its ability to curse its subject and marvel at it in fascination simultaneously."
-Red Blondehead

"Gleason and the band manage to make every jab of the needle feel just, and every artfully-turned phrase feel almost unbearably moving. If Townes van Zandt were still kicking, he'd love these guys.You’re listening to the best band in New Jersey."
-Jersey Beat

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Opening: Nicole Carey

Acoustic/Folk/Blues

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