We're still rockin!

Ok, so it's been over a month since I last posted anything here but we've had lots going on. All the good happenings continue this weekend with a double header of music both Friday & Saturday night!

The Friday we have a magical eve of music hosted by vaudevillian indie-folk duo The Bengson's. http://bengsons.com/

7pm - Geoffrey Pomeroy is an actor/musician who hails from California. In Los Angeles, he composed the scores to several indie films and was a founding member of his band, PLEASE, where he served... as songwriter, keyboardist, guitarist and vocalist. Since migrating to New York, he has focused on acting and screenwriting. He is honored to be playing with such noble folks!

8pm - Serenity Fisher’s dynamic indie pop piano arrangements ground her whimsical melodies & thoughtful lyrics, creating a special blend of electricity and calm. Serenity’s work is tragic and hopeful; brutally honest and highly imaginative. Serenity's musical plays Sophie's Dream (2010) and Opal Opus: Journey To Alakazoo (2011) were voted the Audience Pick at Cincinnati Fringe Festival.
http://www.reverbnation.com/serenityfisher

9pm - Hailing from New York City, Blue Kid's music is a reflection of the Big Apple's liveliest and most romantic sides, with defiant anthems and melodic ballads that all pay tribute to the band's varied musical backgrounds. Rooted in the daydreams and adventures of their lead singer and songwriter-in-chief, Lydia Benecke, the group's sound is a sophisticated piano-driven fusion of pop, jazz, funk, and lyrical wit.
http://www.thisisbluekid.com/

~No Cover! Oo la la!~

Saturday night music starts early at 6:30pm with local favorites, The Go Round followed by Rhode Islands own, The Honey Brown. 

Can't make this weekend? We have a mid week session as well! This Wed. night, Roots favorite, Rabbi Darkside host his monthly night of soul, funk & hip hop in an acoustic fashion. Amazingly unique talent is always a guarantee!  Starts at 7pm.

Double header this weekend...

 That's right folks, we got two amazing nights of music lined up for ya'll. Come out to support our usual Friday night ruckus of two great local artist starting at 8pm with Daniel Pearce & Ryan Hobler. As always the show is free & it's byob! There will be some PBR on hand...so I hear... for "free" but tips are always welcome.

 If you can't make it Friday...or even if you can, still come out Saturday night for some killer tunes that you will not want to miss! Starting things off at 7pm is local singer/songwriter & friend, A.D. Paige who I'm sure will be accompanied by some fine musicians throughout his set. Stick around for Molly Gene, One Whoa-man Band! She packs some serious sounds for just one little lady & rocks harder than any full outfit of wanna be screamo scene kids ever could even dream of...in other words...she's the real deal! Case & point...see video below:

Also performing will be some friends from... sweet home Alabama....The Great Book of John. They played last year & killed it so I'm super excited for them to be back with us here in Brooklyn. Here's a sweet video of them doing an awesome cover I'm sure you'll recognize & be delighted to hear.

I could see no better way to shut a party down than with the psychobilly, punk rock of Shady Hawkins. Check 'em out at shadyhawkins.bandcamp.com.

Overall this has to be one of the most exciting line ups of the past three years. I truly hope to see you all there with some good ol' stompin' boots on! Yeah Boyee!

Southern cookin' in Brooklyn!

  You know we have all the cheesy grits & sweet tea anyone could ever stomach... but now we're getting serious! Our fabulous gluten free baker has agreed to bake us up some amazing buttermilk biscuits every weekend. To top it off I whipped up my moms good ol' southern tomato gravy recipe...minus the bacon grease to make it vegan friendly. I also used a brown rice flour to thicken it so it can be a completely gluten free dish. Don't be turned off by the gluten freeness of it...trust me...I'm a southern boy & I wouldn't compromise taste when it comes to biscuits & gravy!
  Limited supply so come early!!! Saturdays & Sundays only.

Freaky Friday!!!

It's not that freaky really...but it is the 13th & we have some freakishly good music for ya! The good times start up at 7:30pm with Caroline Rose, Stephanie Allen & Jarrod Dickenson. To go along with this stellar line up we also have a massive new sound system that will surely make the music sound sweeter than ever. Come check it out & byob & wine. Food & coffee will be served throughout the night!

Be sure & try out our new drinks: Home brewed ginger mint lemonade, Arnold Palmer (half Alabama sweet tea, half ginger mint lemonade) & the REDNECK ICED MOCHA...that's right...a can of yoohoo, shaken to perfection then poured over a cup of ice & topped with two shots of Hairbender espresso from stumptown...yeah boyee!!!!

If you're free Sat. night come up to our friends on 7th ave. at Bar 4 (corner of 15th st.) to see Justin Kilburn, Gypsy George & Alex mallet band! Fun starts at 8pm.

Change in plans...

 Hey there folks. Just a quick note to let you know that this weekend will be a little different with our music sched. Our normal Friday event is canceled & we will be closing shop around 8pm. Instead we will be doing a big music night on Saturday evening, April 7th, with some very special guest, Roz Raskin & the Rice cakes!!! Opening the set will be the lovely & talented Gabby Ess followed by Robin Bacior! This is gonna be an amazing night of music & community so please come out & support. Starts up at 7pm.

 Tonight, Thurs. April 5th, if you're free come on down to Rock Shop to see our friends play. Erik Emmanuelson (Grand Lake Islands) is releasing his new album & has invited some good folks to share the night with him including: The Go Round, Robin Bacior & Your Friend Kimi! Starts up at 8pm.

Spring has sprung....

 Can you believe how amazing this weather has been! Sure, it's kinda scary when you think about the effects of global warming...but let's just enjoy it as the beautiful here & now & celebrate the season. On that note...what's fresh at Roots? We have a few new menu items for the spring. We will be featuring a new gazpacho weekly...this week: pepper, squash puree. In addition to that we will be introducing new sandwiches & salads regularly. Just added to the list we have the fresh & delicious, hummus & cucumber sandwich with mixed greens, tomato & sprouts. We are fully stocked on iced drinks as well including espresso drinks, coffee & teas. Coming soon: Cucumber lemon water & ginger mint lemonade!

 Although this weekend will be rainy & blah...our patio is now open & ready to relax in. Please come check it out on the next warm & sunny day.

 Tonight we have some great music from local fav. Pete sinjin starting at 8pm. Joshua Sanders will be closing out the night. As always, byob & wine. Come enjoy a chill & cheap eve. at Roots Cafe. We will be serving drinks & food throughout.

 On a side note: My lovely wife & I will be enjoying a date night together in the city with dinner & a show at Bowery Ballroom with Bower Birds. Enjoy this song & listen to the beautiful lyrics. It's one of my favorites.

New art & music this month!

 Hey all! Just wanted to send a quick note to let you know about some happenings for this week as well as the new art featured for the rest of this month. Gypsy George has gathered a great collection of his drawings, paintings & photos to fill the walls at Roots & make your experience more enjoyable.

 Gypsy will also be hosting this Wed., March 14th "Roots in the Raw" series w/ special guest acts.
Music starts at 7pm sharp!

 This Friday night we have music starting up at 8pm with Patrick Dunn followed by Sugar Wolf.

As always, byob & wine. Tips much appreciated. Thanks & see ya soon!