Free live music from Wax Trax Records and dive-bar legend Carioca Cafe are imperiled by city ordinances and licensing.
Ig Eels used to watch people flock to shows from his band Drink Drank Punk whenever they play Carioca Cafe, the downtown dive bar that has managed to hang on over the past few years despite being surrounded by luxury construction projects.
He has so far not received the license, owing to supposed hold-ups and technicalities, according to music booker and productions manager Rich Granville, who also bartends. Ells also said the extra pressure from District 9 City Council member Candi CdeBaca could make a big difference. Her office has followed up on the bar’s requests, according to emails from Liz Stalnaker, communications director for CdeBaca, that were reviewed by The Denver Post.
“It’s costing people so many paychecks and now they’re behind on their payroll,” Eels said. “For me and the band, we’re kind of dead in the water without it right now. I don’t even want to go back to 2-drink ticket circuit, which is most bars, where you just get paid in a couple of free beers.” “We are moving forward with our plans to have three bands play outside on Record Store Day ,” said general manager Pete Stidman. “We’re trying to pull together our neighbors for a meeting on April 18 so we can talk about it, and we just got another hearing with the city with our . … This is a totally DIY, free-of-charge series, and we’ve been putting flyers around the neighborhood so people aren’t surprised.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
House Music's Civil War: Inside the Battle Over Trax RecordsHouse Music’s Civil War: Inside the Battle Over Trax Records Decades after the Chicago label changed dance music forever, former friends are locked in an intense feud over its past, present and future. Story:
Read more »
Olivia Wilde's Hairstylist Breaks Down Exactly How to Get Rid of Waxy HairWhy Does My Hair Feel Waxy? A Celebrity Hairstylist Explains
Read more »
A ‘Malibu Barbie' Pop-Up Café Is Coming to Chicago This SummerChicago is taking the Barbie obsession to a whole new level this summer.
Read more »
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is making two mall stops this month in HoustonThe truck will also be selling shirts, totes, cookies, a lunchbox and much more. Cash is not accepted.
Read more »
The Porchetta House Is Now Serving Lunch and Late-Night Food at Spices Cafe Off ColfaxIt specializes in a trio of porchetta sandwich options.
Read more »
Norma's Cafe, North Texas Food Bank Fight Hunger on Grilled Cheese DayNorma’s Cafe will donate proceeds from sandwich sales to North Texas Food bank.
Read more »