Cusses in NYC with Brother Reverend

Writing by Stephanie Augello

Tomorrow night, Thursday, November 8th, Savannah, GA band Cusses will be playing at Lit Lounge on Manhattan's Lower East in support of their new self-titled release.  They will be joined by local band Brother Reverend.

                                    

What the Hell Just Happened?

With all that's gone on since Hurricane Sandy, it's hard to believe that I'm living in the same New York as I was on October 28th.  Having lost power for nine days, I definitely missed most of the news coverage of the storm's aftermath, and even now feel like I can't fully comprehend the devastation that has occurred.  I had been able to periodically check Facebook from my phone (when it was charged, at least), and what I'd noticed is how well those involved with the greater indie music scene(s) have been banding (no pun intended) together to benefit those effected by Sandy. 

Showing Support

One such group is popular Savannah, GA act Cusses.  They released their self-titled debut album on October 30th, which is available for purchase on a number of sites including iTunes, Amazon.com, Best Buy and Barnes & Noble.  Prior to Sandy's landfall on October 29th, Cusses had already scheduled a few stops in the Northeast in support of their latest endeavor. Luckily, the weather has not forced them to cancel their dates up here, and they will be playing in Manhattan at Lit Lounge on Thursday, November 8th, and at The Flat in Brooklyn on Friday, November 9th.  Prior to leaving for tour, the members also set up a Hurricane Sandy donation spot in Savannah, and will be bringing supplies to help out those hardest hit by the storm.  That's a wonderful show of humanitarianism, folks.


                             

Tomorrow night, Cusses will be joined at Lit Lounge by awesome NYC band Brother Reverend.  According to their Facebook page, they "...cite the chords of Ray Davies, the commitment of Bob Dylan, and the vision of James Brown as an influence."  Their latest record, 'Ike Turner Kills Fascists' was released in February 2012, and you can take a listen to it below.


Tomorrow night's show starts around 9PM, but due to potential transportation issues, I'd recommend trying to get there a bit early.  All of the other information you might need can be found HERE.  They'll also be playing on Friday, November 9th at The Flat in Brooklyn.  Click HERE for more information about that.  We're looking forward to seeing you!