Vacation Manor’s recent Mercy Lounge stopover was more than a concert-it was a reunion between the band and its fans.
PREVIEW: CARL BROEMEL at MERCY LOUNGE on 10/6/18
”To me, it doesn't get old--if it only lasts less than three weeks. That's I think that's my limit,” laughs Carl Broemel, well-known as the guitarist for My Morning Jacket... Continue Reading →
LIVE SHOW REVIEW: VÉRITÉ
Though often obscured by the layers of country, Americana, rock, and more country, there has always been a pop music scene in Nashville. As artists have pushed the boundaries of the... Continue Reading →
PREVIEW: DOROTHY at MERCY LOUNGE on 1/27/18
“I think it really needed to happen,” says Dorothy Martin, frontwoman of alt-rock outfit Dorothy, of the ultimatum she received from her producer, the iconic Linda Perry. Then right before... Continue Reading →
PREVIEW: LOW CUT CONNIE at MERCY LOUNGE on 1/25/18
“We’re so excited that the cult is spreading,” declares Adam Weiner, the charismatic frontman of Philadelphia-based piano rock outfit Low Cut Connie. “We’re not one of these bands who is... Continue Reading →
LIVE SHOW REVIEW: THE DISTRICTS
There is a rawness that puts the ‘indie’ in indie rock. I look for a certain grittiness both musically and lyrically; there must be more than just a stage presence—more... Continue Reading →
PREVIEW: MOLLY PARDEN at MERCY LOUNGE on 12/8/17
“Why on earth would I do that?” recalls Molly Parden of her initial reaction to the suggestion that she write songs several years ago. “There are already so many songs... Continue Reading →
PREVIEW: NOW, NOW at MERCY LOUNGE on 10/12/17
Minnesota-based pop-rock duo Now, Now got their start where most great things happen—in marching band. “I miss those days,” says Brad Hale. “I miss it too,” says partner-in-music KC Dalager.... Continue Reading →
WIN FREE TICKETS TO SEE SON LITTLE at MERCY LOUNGE on 9/23/17!
Modern soul innovator and Grammy-winning producer Son Little is coming to Mercy Lounge on September 23rd to perform songs from his forthcoming sophomore album, New Magic, out September 15th via ANTI- Records. Each of... Continue Reading →
PREVIEW: MIKE DOUGHTY at MERCY LOUNGE on 3/10/17
“I know I have more indie or alternative tastes to what I listen to than a lot of people, but it’s not smart business to take a big chunk of... Continue Reading →